Graham Cousins

Dundalk,Louth

Summary

Energetic Supervisor successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success. Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.

Overview

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Work History

Acting Assistant Craft Foreman/G.S. Supervisor

Louth County Council

Dundalk, Louth

10.2006 - Current

Took on additional tasks on manager's request.
Responded to telephone enquiries from clients, vendors and members of public.
Demonstrated open communication and collaborated with various teams.
Understood and adhered to company's health and safety policies.
Handled various day-to-day admin responsibilities to maintain smooth business operations.
Completed assigned work within deadlines and to company standards.
Scanned, photocopied and filed records for department.
Examined equipment and machinery and coordinated with maintenance for repairs and replacements.

Supervisor/Foreman

Mark Ryder Civils Contractor

Dundalk, Louth

03.2003 - 10.2006

Purchased materials required for projects to maintain inventory.
Upheld highest quality standards in various tasks to achieve exceptional finished-project results.
Monitored progress to determine timely completion aligned to detailed design specifications.
Hired and managed contractors to deliver expected goals.
Managed conflict resolutions to encourage professional relationships.
Created and maintained construction schedules to determine work shifts.
Supervised specialist sub-contractors by providing thorough induction and delegating tasks.
Led labouring teams by driving continued productivity to reach targets.
Managed issues and delays effectively and efficiently for swift resolution and continued project progress.
Prioritised tasks and adjusted schedules following good weather.
Provided training in using safety gear and helmets to comply with safety procedures.
Maintained exceptional levels of health and safety in line with guidelines for continued staff wellbeing and company compliance.

Education

GCSEs - Maths, English, General Science, MetalWork,WoodWork.

Llangatwg Comprehensive, Neath West Glamorgan

09.1977 - 07.1982

A-Levels - Maths, Electronics, Computor Studies

Neath Tertiary Collage, Neath West Glamorgan

09.1982 - 07.1983

Skills

External communications
Training and development
Resolving errors
Self-directed
Microsoft Office
Operational processes
Record-keeping and bookkeeping

Billing and coding
Project scheduling
Professional and mature
Sensitive material handling
Staff motivation
Schedule management
Strong problem solver

Timeline

Acting Assistant Craft Foreman/G.S. Supervisor - Louth County Council

10.2006 - Current

Supervisor/Foreman - Mark Ryder Civils Contractor