Ron CUMINE
Liverpool,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in operational oversight and organisational leadership. Demonstrated expertise in devising business strategies and leading projects to successful completion. Adept at team mentoring and people management, with strong interpersonal skills that foster a people-oriented work environment. Committed to driving business growth through innovative solutions and effective leadership.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Executive Director / MEP Division Leader Coastal Contracting Company
Red Sea Global
2023.09 - 2026.02
- Red Sea Global decided to set up a Directly owned subsidiary Construction Business, primarily to counter project slippages and rising costs across the existing Tier 1 and 2 supply chain. This was done through open and competitive tendering in order to ensure full compliance with Government / PIF Procurement and Audit controls. However initially all tendering was limited to RSG Projects only.
- Founded MEP Division, overseeing initial setup and growth.
- Evaluated and sanctioned business plans and budgets, while formulating operational methods and recruiting essential personnel.
- Managed business operating costs, profit and loss, and contributed to central business overheads.
- As of Feb 24 we were an MEP team of 25 and had commenced tendering and by Sept 24 had a staff of 90 No Managers and Engineers with 700 Direct labour. We had competitively won work upon projects for new MEP infrastructure, 1350 Apartments and new Kitchens for the extensive Labour Camp.
- January 25, as a construction business across all divisions we secured registration for ISO 9001 (Quality) 14001 (Environmental) and also ISO 45001 (H+S)
- Feb 25, we won the project to redevelop Al wedjh Airport, extending its footprint by 100% and create a modern airport for the northern RSG Destinations.
- Apr 25 - we won a project to install extensive new temporary MEP infrastructure upon an island that would have 3 hotels, 550 villas and 300 apartments, approx $30M and an 8 month contract.
- Achieved net profit of 11% and maintained overheads at 5.8% by end of 2025.
- The expected style and size of RSG projects expected through 2026 and the time needed to develop external opportunities brought about the need for a simpler and smaller MEP operation with cuts to costs, hence a restructure across the Business and in particular the MEP Division.
Director - Construction MEP
Red Sea Global
Umluj Area
2023.05 - 2026.02
- Oversaw development operations in Umluj Area, West Coast of KSA.
- This Development is one of the Mega Projects within the KSA for a new luxury tourist destination consisting of Hotels, new airport, new utility infrastructure, Roads and also the construction of a new 15000 bed Town with a hospital and schools.
- Investigated reasons for slow progress of MEP works across multiple hotels under construction, reviewing subcontract resources, specialist contractors, technical compliance, and availability of key materials and equipment.
- Facilitated structured discussions with supply chain to negotiate increased resources, enhance technical awareness, and ensure full access to their supply chain.
- Engaged directly with key suppliers through factory visits and design coordination workshops to identify and resolve issues affecting delivery, fostering open dialogue among stakeholders to improve cohesion and support timely project delivery.
- This also brought myself a quick introduction to the extent of the Red Sea Global methods and also the shape of the supply chain.
- May 2023 - Sept 2023
Project Director
Kier Group UK
2006.07 - 2023.04
- July 2021- May 2023
- Project Director – Sofia Onshore Convertor Station – Teesside – UK.
- Client – General Electric / RWE.
- Overall Project Responsibility to Deliver a new DC to AC Onshore Convertor station which forms part of the 1.4GW Doggerbank Offshore Wind Farm, located 220km away in the central area of the North Sea.
- Led project from initial client enquiry through scope development, interface schedules, tender cost negotiations, site setup, and execution.
- Day to Day responsibility of Safety, Cost and Delivery. Direct Liaison with Client and their partners. Reporting to Business Unit Managing Director.
- Facilitated community engagement with local schools, colleges, and universities to promote project visibility, support regional development, and provide work experience for technical college students.
- May 2017 – July 2021 – Crossrail Farringdon, BAM / Ferrovial /Kier JV
- Project Lead for the Delivery of MEP and Systemwide Rail systems.
- MEP Installation throughout the 10 floors of the station (3 no Above ground / 7 No below ground) and the coordination of Rail System wide Packages, (approx. £160m) covering station operational systems, Fire strategy, Rail power, platform screen doors and Tunnel ventilation.
- Liaised with both the client and Transport for London to achieve project systems integration, completed integrated testing, and demonstrated system readiness, full assurance documentation, and compliance with the Railway Inspectorate, leading to final handover and opening to the public.
- Oxford Sewage Treatment Works, Overall Project Contracts Manager, Design and Build of an Energy recovery plant, utilising a process of combining sewage waste and high-pressure steam to create Electrical Energy.
- Crossrail Tenders, 2010-13, Bamd Ferrovial Kier JV - Lead on the Overall delivery of 6 MEP JV tenders, (5 stations and a 34km Tunnel Fit out of Rail Systems, Power transmission and Tunnel Ventilation systems that integrated with stations along the railway.
- West Burton – CCGT Power Station - oversaw MEP works for cooling water and Emergency power Hub.
- Supported overseas projects in Hong Kong, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Caribbean.
- Industrial, Military, Rail and Commercial Projects.
MEP project manager
Mivan Kier JV
Bucharest
2006.01 - 2009.01
- Oversaw construction of shopping centres in Bucharest and Oradea, managing daily operations and fostering positive tenant relations to ensure project success.
MEP manager
Atlantis Hotel Dubai – Laing o Rourke
Dubai
2005.01 - 2006.01
- Managed construction planning and procurement for $450m MEP works, $50m lift package, and $150m water park services, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget constraints.
MEP project manager
Zen Pacific / Kier Hong Kong
Hong Kong
1996.01 - 2005.01
- KCRC – Kowloon West Rail, Mei Foo Station. (Kier Zen Pacific Joint Venture)
- Served as MEP Manager, progressing to Deputy Project Manager, overseeing the Station and Platform/tunnel section of MEP and Fire systems, and coordinating Rail system packages.
- Hong Kong Airport – NW Concourse, MEP Manager responsible for installation and Interface with Airport systems.
- Led project for Infrastructure and MEP systems supporting cargo operations in extension of Cargo Apron.
- Managed MEP construction and interface processes at Siu Ho Wan Rail Depot.
- Hong Kong Airport – Project Manager (Kier HK) Cargo Apron
Regional M+E Manager
Norwest Holst
1993.01 - 1996.01
- Led construction of new offices for British Coal Board in Manchester, facilitating collaboration among contractors and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversaw office development project for North West Securities in Chester.
- Led design and construction of a new headquarters for Mersey Docks and Harbour Company.
M+E Coordination Manager
AMEC Building Ltd.
1989.01 - 1993.01
- Coordinated redevelopment of Kellogg’s Factory, Manchester, ensuring alignment with design and build specifications.
- Directed project for AMI Hospital in Sheffield
- Managed project for Wigan Magistrates Court
- Oversaw construction of Wigan Town Centre Shopping Centre
- Supervised construction of new laboratories at Bradford University
M+E Coordination Engineer
Norwest Holst
1987.01 - 1989.01
- Chorley District General Hospital – New hospital (I Design and Build)
- Refurbished ward at Alder Hey Hospital in Liverpool, enhancing patient facilities.
- BNFL Capenhurst, E23 Enrichment Plant
Mechanical Engineer
Taylor Woodrow
1986.01 - 1987.01
- Redevelopment of Alexander Palace – Events Centre
Education
HND - Building Services Engineering
Newcastle upon Tyne Polytechnic
1984.09 - 1986.06
Skills
- Operational oversight
- Team mentoring
- Devising business strategies
- People-oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- People Management
- Organisational leadership
- Project leadership
Timeline
Executive Director / MEP Division Leader Coastal Contracting Company
Red Sea Global
2023.09 - 2026.02
Director - Construction MEP
Red Sea Global
2023.05 - 2026.02
Project Director
Kier Group UK
2006.07 - 2023.04
MEP project manager
Mivan Kier JV
2006.01 - 2009.01
MEP manager
Atlantis Hotel Dubai – Laing o Rourke
2005.01 - 2006.01
MEP project manager
Zen Pacific / Kier Hong Kong
1996.01 - 2005.01
Regional M+E Manager
Norwest Holst
1993.01 - 1996.01
M+E Coordination Manager
AMEC Building Ltd.
1989.01 - 1993.01
M+E Coordination Engineer
Norwest Holst
1987.01 - 1989.01
Mechanical Engineer
Taylor Woodrow
1986.01 - 1987.01
HND - Building Services Engineering
Newcastle upon Tyne Polytechnic
1984.09 - 1986.06