Working as part of a small team, we work towards bringing new Vision Express stores to trading, along with managing the refurbishing and minor works in the current estate, encompassing all aspects of the programme path. Critical processes include store design, production of scopes, tendering to a growing contractor base and negotiation of accounts as well as managing the on site process through to completion of defect liability periods. Whilst the majority of projects are UK and Ireland, I am… Show more Working as part of a small team, we work towards bringing new Vision Express stores to trading, along with managing the refurbishing and minor works in the current estate, encompassing all aspects of the programme path. Critical processes include store design, production of scopes, tendering to a growing contractor base and negotiation of accounts as well as managing the on site process through to completion of defect liability periods. Whilst the majority of projects are UK and Ireland, I am also responsible for ensuring the store development aspect of our partnership with Alshaya is completed to brand standard across the Middle East, inlcuding design approval, quotation and managing shipments of UK manufactured furniture. We are also developing the local procurement opportunities as we progress.The biggest challenge to date has been collaboratively managing the conversion, rebranding and opening to trade of 210 concessions within Tesco stores with a construction programme of under 18 weeks. We met the enormous challenge of rolling out up to 12 new "Vision Express at Tesco" concessions each week across the UK and Ireland. Show less

Working in the Project Management team, I constantly work collaboratively with internal departments and external contractors alike to deliver multiple projects on time, within budget, and to the high standard expected from large multinational clients, ensuring all company policies are adhered to throughout the programme path. Close attention to detail and strong organisational skills coupled with a excellent customer focused personality achieves positive results across the board whilst… Show more Working in the Project Management team, I constantly work collaboratively with internal departments and external contractors alike to deliver multiple projects on time, within budget, and to the high standard expected from large multinational clients, ensuring all company policies are adhered to throughout the programme path. Close attention to detail and strong organisational skills coupled with a excellent customer focused personality achieves positive results across the board whilst continuing to learn and develop in a live construction environment.Core professional services include:• Cost, Value & Risk Management• Programme & Project Management• Asset Management• Development & Fund Monitoring Show less

Delivering increased customer trading time by eliminating waste through lean techniques and collaborative planning. Specialties Programme Management, Fit Out Contracting, Turnkey Contracting, Main Contractor, Design & ManufactureMy role within Barlows requires a wide variety of skills to complete tasks from document control and system management assisting the Project Managers, to daily tasks of coordinating projects predominantly on a turnkey basis. I deal with… Show more Delivering increased customer trading time by eliminating waste through lean techniques and collaborative planning. Specialties Programme Management, Fit Out Contracting, Turnkey Contracting, Main Contractor, Design & ManufactureMy role within Barlows requires a wide variety of skills to complete tasks from document control and system management assisting the Project Managers, to daily tasks of coordinating projects predominantly on a turnkey basis. I deal with contractors, clients, landlords and the various internal departments daily, helping to drive successful and profitable projects across the board. I have also gained experience in completing commercial agreements with subcontractors. I have managed multi-million pound projects for large multinational clients and produced new process manuals for project delivery improvement. Show less

Managed a design and print e-commerce site from conception to full service, trading across several web platforms. Solely responsible for the running of the site, maintaining a high level of customer service throughout, and responsible for producing the unique designs and their application to a wide range of merchandise.

Key duties involved:* Running shifts as a sole manager of up to 24 staff members though peak hours.* Completing all necessary tasks in an efficient and effective manner* Driving sales through new initiatives including arranging sponsorship with sports teams.* Motivating team members through ongoing initiatives and performance reviews* Conducting interviews and carrying out disciplinary actions in line with company regulations.* Maintaining the training record of all… Show more Key duties involved:* Running shifts as a sole manager of up to 24 staff members though peak hours.* Completing all necessary tasks in an efficient and effective manner* Driving sales through new initiatives including arranging sponsorship with sports teams.* Motivating team members through ongoing initiatives and performance reviews* Conducting interviews and carrying out disciplinary actions in line with company regulations.* Maintaining the training record of all staff.* Stock control, orders, security, licensing for drivers, store maintenance and cleanliness.* First Aider* Continually pushing for the best customer service and encouraging team members to go the extra mile. Show less

Solely responsible for two key accounts for the banking sector in London, Greater London and the South East in managing the service delivery of IT Maintenance. During my time at Fujitsu I delivered a 5% increase to the number of calls being hit within the agreed time frame to several percentage points above the SLA. Through developing solid professional relationships with all departments and contractors alike the process became more streamlined and efficient with communication ironing out any… Show more Solely responsible for two key accounts for the banking sector in London, Greater London and the South East in managing the service delivery of IT Maintenance. During my time at Fujitsu I delivered a 5% increase to the number of calls being hit within the agreed time frame to several percentage points above the SLA. Through developing solid professional relationships with all departments and contractors alike the process became more streamlined and efficient with communication ironing out any issues before they negatively influenced the due process. Show less

Key duties involved:* Carrying out all duties expected of the Store Manager in a timely manner.* Experience gained in hiring of new staff members and disciplinary actions leading to dismissal of staff in line with the companies disciplinary code.* Driving sales to an increase week on week on LFL sales.* Increasing the presence of the store in the local area to make an impact on footfall and ultimately sales.* Introduced a training programme for staff members including weekly… Show more Key duties involved:* Carrying out all duties expected of the Store Manager in a timely manner.* Experience gained in hiring of new staff members and disciplinary actions leading to dismissal of staff in line with the companies disciplinary code.* Driving sales to an increase week on week on LFL sales.* Increasing the presence of the store in the local area to make an impact on footfall and ultimately sales.* Introduced a training programme for staff members including weekly training sessions and records of development plans not implemented by previous managers.* Ultimately ran the store until the planned closure and organised the structured and efficient closing down sale, removal of stock and rip out of fixtures and fittings before landlords inspection. Show less