Charlie Burton
Abbotsford,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented construction manager who brings extensive construction background who became one of Taylor Wimpey’s youngest site managers at 18 years old. Has extensive experience on large, challenging housing projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximise performance and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about the construction industry best practices and possess experience operation plant and equipment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assitant Site Manager
Barratt Homes
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Conducted regular meetings with general contractors to discuss progress updates as well as any changes or modifications required for successful completion of the project.
- Monitored job sites to analyse problems and recommend and implement solutions.
- Coordinated and managed construction projects from start to finish, ensuring that all work was completed on time and within budget.
- Supervised subcontractors in their performance of tasks and safety related to the project.
- Helped Barratt Homes Bristol to achieve a 90% customer satisfaction rate and maintain a 5 star rating by leasing and working with customers directly to rectify any issue or outstanding defects.
- Shown extensive skills in planning, organisation and safety on the biggest housing project in the south west of England, Ladden Garden Village. Programming works to run smoothly on a site with over one hundred tradesmen and personnel.
- Minimized project disruptions due to unforeseen issues with proactive contingency planning efforts.
Assistant Site Manager
Tayor Wimpey
09.2014 - 10.2017
- Gained experience working and managing on large construction sites becoming one of Taylor Wimpey’s youngest assistant site managers.
- Worked along side experienced site mangers to gain knowledge and relevant skills to run a large scale housing development.
- Gained more knowledge about the construction industry, processes and how to work safely in a construction environment, working around many different kinds of trades, plant and equipment.
- Completed an NVQ level 4 in Construction Site Management.
- Maintained a safe work environment by implementing strict safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Trade Assistant
Byblos Construction/Western Workforce
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks such as sawing, drilling, hammering, and excavating.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Unloaded trucks with supplies for construction projects.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met.
- Seen refurb projects through from demo to completion and worked to maintain a high standard of quality.
FIFO Utility Staff
Sodexo
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Gained experience in a FIFO role, working long hours on a two weeks on, one week off roster.
- Operated as a leading hand at numerous Rio Tinto sites for Sodexo maintaining standards and safety on a mine site.
- Worked in extreme heat, up to almost 50 degrees.
- Collaborated closely with other departments within the organisation to identify areas where better utilisation of resources could be achieved.
Forklift Operator
Opal
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
Offsider/Forklift Operator
Grace Removals
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
Tractor Driver
DB Farming
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Operated tractors in a safe and efficient manner to move materials and equipment around the farm.
- Maintained, serviced and cleaned tractors on a regular basis.
- Conducted pre-start checks to ensure tractors were in good working order prior to use.
- Provided assistance where necessary by helping out with manual labor tasks such as mending fences or clearing debris after storms.
Laborer
DB Brickwork
11.2012 - 09.2014
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Management
NHBC
09.2016
NVQ Level 3 - Public Services
Filton College
09.2014
High School Diploma -
Ridings High School
09.2012
Skills
- Industry Awareness
- Strong Organisation
- Quality Assurance
- Subcontractor Management
- Issue Resolution
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Knowledgeable in construction processes and procedures
Accomplishments
- Helped Barratt Homes Bristol gain a 90% customer satisfaction rate over 2 years.
- National House Building Council Pride in the Job Award 2018.
- Became one of Taylor Wimpey’s youngest Assistant Site Managers at 18 years old.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- NHCB NVQ Level 4 in Construction Site Management
- High School Diploma
Timeline
Trade Assistant
Byblos Construction/Western Workforce
09.2023 - 06.2024
FIFO Utility Staff
Sodexo
12.2021 - 09.2023
Forklift Operator
Opal
07.2021 - 09.2021
Offsider/Forklift Operator
Grace Removals
10.2020 - 07.2021
Tractor Driver
DB Farming
04.2020 - 09.2020
Assitant Site Manager
Barratt Homes
10.2017 - 10.2019
Assistant Site Manager
Tayor Wimpey
09.2014 - 10.2017
Laborer
DB Brickwork
11.2012 - 09.2014
NVQ Level 3 - Public Services
Filton College
High School Diploma -
Ridings High School
NVQ Level 4 - Construction Site Management
NHBC
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