Peter Robinson
Address: Unit 52/501 Queen street Brisbane Cbd
Tel: +61450692976E-Mail: Peadarmacroibin[at]hotmail.co.uk


Bricklayer Foreman/ Site Supervisor
Extremely proficient, qualified brick layer and competent professional with 7 years of experience in the construction industry, unmatched capabilities in brick laying and site management and exceptional customer service skills, vast experience in building trade; seeking assignment in a growth oriented organisation

Extensive experience of 7 years in the field of brick laying and in managing construction projects. Highly skilled in laying blocks, stones, concreting foundations, floors, road curbs, walkways, patios and garden walls. Acquaintance with the techniques of bricklaying and always keen to learn and observe new techniques. Adept in interacting with clients about the site plans and following the construction work as per the planned specifications. Competent to work under any work environment and adjust to new work challenges. Ensure to work independently or as a team to give a very good output. Adept at providing technical equipment support and developing new processes through ongoing maintenance, defect resolution and enhancement solutions.

Expert in completing demanding projects within crucial timelines. Highly articulate, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills. Strong technical and methodical aptitude with ability to analyse, coordinate and synthesize data. Ardent follower of the Health and Safety guidelines and expert in defining work processes/ procedures and ensure maintenance of a safe working environment with ability to identify and resolve onsite problems. Capability to build excellent rapport with colleagues and clients. Ability to ensure all contractual issues of scope, cost, timely delivery and fulfilment of services from point of project inception to completion. Adept at developing and ensuring quality standards are met during the course of the project.
Major Key Skills:

Site Operations Management Project Scheduling Safety Management
Project Management Client Relations Management Staff Hiring & Training
Quality Assurance Contract Scheduling Planning and Execution Skills
Team Management Leadership & Supervision Analytical skills
Project Risk Management Strategy Formation Detail Oriented
Efficiency Improvement Multi Project Coordination Root Cause Analysis
Process Validation Technical Excellence Resource Optimization
Progress Monitoring Negotiating Skills

Professional Accomplishments
Brick Laying Operations:
Repaired bricks by removing and replacing damaged brick, cobblestone, sidewalk or roadway,
Designed and drew bricklaying plans and altering, repaired or restored brickwork.
Replaced and re-laid masonry or cutting stone with masonry saw.
Measured the distance, estimated materials needed, and time required to complete the project.
Conducted tasks like completing time sheets, performing inspections on jobs, contacting customers, closing jobs, directing activities of team, using work management system to monitor jobs, and planning and scheduling materials, equipment and personnel for asphalt and concrete repairs.
Performed tasks by using mainly hand tools or small levelling tools.
Excavated deep drainage, on site electric cables, water lines, gas lines, on site roads, tarmac, side walks, landscaping to finish floor levels.
Gained familiarity with cutting, shaping bricks, blocks and tiles.
Performed all the tasks of a bricklayer from finish floor to roof trim including window sills.

Site Management:
Managed and directed the Site Regulation Section through supervision of site development and senior site development inspectors.
Resolved differences between approved site plans and field construction conditions with appropriate parties; thoroughly document all aspects of the affected items, reviewed contractors method statements, and commented and recommended amendments as required.
Coordinated section activities with other sections, programs and departments, including scheduling and resolving problems; coordinates and inspects work performed by contractors.
Determined labour requirements and dispatched workers to construction sites.
Met industry quality standards and maintained strict quality control procedures.
Prepared contracts and negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
Requisitioned supplies and materials to complete construction projects and obtained all necessary permits and licenses. Arranged and submitted budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.
Evaluated construction methods and determined cost-effectiveness of plans.
Prepared the site by hiring staff, installing temporary offices and taking delivery of materials.
Ensured that quality standards are adhered to, kept track of progress and ensured that the project is completed on time and on budget.
Discussed plans and possible changes in the project with architects, surveyors and buyers before building work starts.
Guaranteed adherence of budget and scheduled by working closely with the site workforce once building is underway.
Conducted regular testing of materials, visual inspections of work, and frequent tours of the site.

Planning & Implementation:
Designed corporate strategy and promoted corporate values along with the senior management.
Ensured implementation of the organisations objectives and programmes.
Planned and executed monthly work schedules on weekly and daily basis to achieve the monthly targets.
Reviewed and approved project expense requests, purchase orders and vendor invoices.

Quality Control Management:
Accurately checked conformity of material quality and amount according to orders and specifications.
Designed strategies to increase staff inspection and quality control and process improvement management.
Efficiently handled materials management, procurement and ensured the appropriate quality type, materials being transported to the site at the prescribed timing and followed budgetary plans.
Benchmarked all operations against competitors and implemented best practices throughout the organization by acquiring regular updates from corporate departments.
Maintained excellent partnerships with the vendors and suppliers for the products quality and services and accurately checked processes and tasks.

Supervision & Team Management:
Planned, organized, and directed activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
Led regular site meetings with professionals, including quantity surveyors, building services engineers, foremen, subcontractors, and the client who has commissioned the building.
Produced weekly reports on the projects and oversaw recruitment of staff to work on the project.
Provided technical guidance and knowledge of project scope to sub-ordinate associates.
Handled responsibility of coordinating and communicating the ongoing and scheduled activities to clients and other departments.
Monitored progress and followed up with clients for financial matters including billing, payments, etc.
Liaised with and supervised the work of the other professionals involved in the project and made sure the aims of the project are met.
Supervised the maintenance and preparation of records of expenditure, accounting, costing and billing and investigate the cause of any kind of discrepancy.
Worked closely with the employee incharge of making schedules and planned work schedules for the job, using project management software.
Developed a positive working relationship with other heads of departments in order to carry out duties assigned.

Safety & Regulation:
Inspected and reviewed projects to compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations.
Made sure the work meets legal requirements and Building Regulations and solved problems that may arise due to this.
Conducted the annual maintenance programme.
Maintained and reviewed systems which impact process safety such that the integrity of the management system is maintained in areas of maintenance.
Conducted investigation of engineering problems and preparation of corrective action plans and provided reports of all engineering inspections.



Career Snapshots

Peter Robinson Sole Trader
Bricklayer
Brisbane, Au July 2008 - Present

Bricklayers Foreman
Brick way Construction, Manchester U.K April 2008 July 2008


Barman and Waiter (Part time) June 2005 April 2008
Arkle Bar and Lounge, Co. Down U.K

Bricklayer/ Partner Sept 2006 April 2008
J Smith Contracts, Co. Down U.K

Apprentice Bricklaying (Full time) Sept 2002 Sept 2006
D McDowell Contracts, Co. Down U.K

Barman and Waiter (Part time) Sept 2002- June 2005
Hogans Bar and Restaurant/ Indigo Nite Club, Co. Down U.K

Barman and Waiter (Part time) Sept 2001- Dec 2006
Jack Robinson's Bar/Restaurant, Co. Down U.K

Educational Qualification

East Down Institute of Further Education Co. Down U.K Sept 2002 July2005
NVQ level 2 and level 3 Bricklaying
Key Skills level 3 Computers and IT

St Patricks Catholic Boys Grammar School, Co. Down U.K Sept 1997 July 2002
Courses:
GCSE Additional Mathematics, GCSE Mathematics, GCSE Technology, GCSE German, GCSE English and GCSE Business Studies

Personal Details
Date of birth:17th September 1985
Gender:Male
Nationality:Dual Nationality - British/ Irish
Marital Status:Single
Languages:English
Driving License:International Driving License

References available on request