As the Head of Construction at Branch Construction, I will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of construction projects from conception to completion. I will work closely with our clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Nick brings his vast knowledge of construction management, including project planning, scheduling, and budgeting, to his role at Tingley Construction Ltd. In his role, he is responsible for each project's daily progress and overall execution, including contract award and administration, trade coordination, inspections, scheduling and cost control.

Manage site labor allocation for Nova Scotia. Managing portfolio of projects from initial estimating and tender stage through to completion, including plans and specifications, construction management and design build work. Liaise with client and consultant contacts to ensure complete satisfaction at every stage of the project. Responsible for daily progress and overall execution of each project, including contract award and administration, trade coordination, inspections, scheduling and cost control. Review and approve sub trade and supplier invoices. Ensure all work meets or exceeds building codes and local authority standards.

Managing portfolio of projects from initial estimating and tender stage through to completion, including plans and specifications, construction management and design build work. Liaise with client and consultant contacts to ensure complete satisfaction at every stage of the project. Responsible for daily progress and overall execution of each project, including contract award and administration, trade coordination, inspections, scheduling and cost control. Review and approve sub trade and supplier invoices. Ensure all work meets or exceeds building codes and local authority standards.

Managing portfolio of projects from initial estimating and tender stage through to completion, including plans and specifications, construction management and design build work. Liaise with client and consultant contacts to ensure complete satisfaction at every stage of the project. Responsible for daily progress and overall execution of each project, including contract award and administration, trade coordination, inspections, scheduling and cost control. Review and approve sub trade and supplier invoices. Ensure all work meets or exceeds building codes and local authority standards.

Project Management, Skills Development and Training, Facilitation, Business Strategy, Marketing & Sales Strategy

· Owned and operated a residential construction/ design company · Planned and implemented a strategy to redesign and update a 36 year old condo townhouse including extensive demolition, created an open concept floor plan, while renovating the condo in an effective manner· Delegate multiple tasks and duties to contractors and laborers.· Identified and assessed benefits of rewiring to remove aluminum wiring and panel in terms of customer marketplace expectations, reliability of system, and safety.· Updated plumbing and electrical to current national building plumbing and electrical code· Schedule and delegate multiple subcontracts while effectively managing a budget· Design and renovate residential bathrooms and kitchens for customers· Ensure the occupational health and safety of all on premises, obtained liability insurance

* Managed an organization of over 20 university students* Grew team from 6 members to over 20 within one year* Built a culture of passion and excellence through leading by example and accountability* Regional TD Entrepreneurship Champions and National Overall top ten team out of 52 Universities* Small samples of outcomes from projects:* Created over 400,000 in economic opportunity* Raised $83,000 for Canadian Cancer Society (single largest private donation in Atl. Can. 2010)* Worked with over 500 high school students teaching financial literacy and money management* Worked with 21 at risk youth teaching entrepreneurship and life skills* Created and implemented a “Green Challenge” for 1700 high school students* Assisted 25 University Students receive over $100,000 in business start-up funding

· Created material quotes for large quantities of product for commercial and residential projects.· Generated sales through effective planning and design referencing appropriate methods and materials to comply with industry best practices and applicable codes and regulations.· Handled accounts for large corporations, verifying purchase orders were complete, scheduling deliveries to meet their work flow· Helped Home Depot gain business by building effective relationships with contractors while seeking out additional business through cold calling and driving sales to meet quotas.· Gave expert advice to Do-It-Yourself consumers and doing DIY seminars· Was awarded “Highest Sales Per Hour ” for store for 2009