Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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WHY GEORGE BROWN
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Mervan Matini

Kitchener,ON

Summary

Renovation business owner since 2018 with over 8 years of experience managing commercial and residential construction projects across Ontario. Skilled in coordinating trades, scheduling, budgeting, client communication, and delivering high-quality renovations and commercial build-outs. Experienced and insured contractor with a strong reputation for reliability and project leadership. Seeking to strengthen project management knowledge through the Project Management Postgraduate Program at George Brown College.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / General Contractor

Northern Cardinals Inc.
Kitchener, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
  • Manage commercial and residential renovation projects from planning to completion
  • Prepare scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and materials
  • Coordinate plumbing, HVAC, flooring, framing, drywall, finishing, and subcontracted electrical
  • Communicate with clients, inspectors, landlords, and subcontractors
  • Maintain workflow, quality standards, and compliance with city inspections
  • Oversee procurement, job costing, vendor relationships, and timelines
  • Key Commercial Projects
  • Razor King Barbershop – Third Location
  • 2399 Kingsway Dr #2, Kitchener, ON N2C 1A5
  • Steelo Studio & Salon
  • 153 Country Hill Dr #6B, Kitchener, ON N2E 2G7

Owner / General Contractor

A New Beginning Renovation Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Planned and executed commercial and residential renovation projects
  • Managed subcontractors, budgets, timelines, inspections, and materials
  • Completed full kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and full-home remodels
  • Delivered clinic fit-outs and commercial spaces from framing to final finishes
  • Key Commercial Projects
  • Razor King Barbershop – First Location
  • 256 Lester St Unit C101, Waterloo, ON N2L 0K3
  • 226-988-1908
  • Hand of Care Physiotherapy Clinic
  • 800 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1E9
  • Eye Matter Optometry
  • 725 Coronation Blvd B5, Cambridge, ON N1R 0B6

Site Service

Activa
Kitchener, ON
02.2017 - 12.2017

Worked as a Site Service Technician for a residential builder, providing hands-on support during all stages of new home construction and post-construction service. Coordinated with trades, site supervisors, and homeowners to complete deficiency repairs, ensure code compliance, and maintain high quality standards.

Responsibilities included inspecting framing, drywall, flooring, performing repairs and touch-ups; and ensuring each home met builder specifications before client handover. Assisted in managing daily site activities, verifying material deliveries, and ensuring health and safety procedures were followed.

Demonstrated strong attention to detail, technical knowledge of building materials and methods, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. Maintained excellent communication with clients and trade partners, ensuring smooth coordination between construction, inspection, and service departments.

Education

High School Certificate - undefined

Damascus, Syria

Skills

  • Project scheduling & coordination
  • Budgeting, estimating & cost control
  • Sub-trade supervision & team leadership
  • Client communication & reporting
  • Site supervision & quality assurance
  • City inspections & compliance
  • Risk management & problem-solving
  • Material procurement & supplier coordination
  • Commercial build-outs & retail fit-outs
  • Residential renovations (basements, kitchens, full homes)
  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar)
  • QuickBooks (estimates, invoicing, expenses)
  • Project communication tools (email, SMS, shared drives)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

WHY GEORGE BROWN

I am applying to the Project Management Postgraduate Program to formalize my project management skills, strengthen my technical knowledge, and prepare for larger commercial construction and management roles. This program aligns directly with the responsibilities I already perform as a contractor and business owner.

Timeline

Owner / General Contractor

Northern Cardinals Inc.
01.2024 - Current

Owner / General Contractor

A New Beginning Renovation Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2024

Site Service

Activa
02.2017 - 12.2017

High School Certificate - undefined

Mervan Matini