Paul McEvoy
Enniskerry,Ireland
Summary
Skilled Sales Representative well-versed in sales, customer service and management. Demonstrated track record of success in generating new revenue streams while building customer loyalty and retention.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales representative
Howdens joinery
Dublin
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted customers in selecting products that best fit their needs and preferences.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a well-organised and visually appealing showroom.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits to enhance customer understanding and engagement.
- Road based work also to introduce new clients to the company and encourage to visit showroom and open a trade account.
- Telephone work to follow up on lapsed customers up to 200 calls per day, and advise on special offers and also trade days etc.
Self employed building contractor
self
Enniskerry, County Wicklow
01.2009 - 01.2025
- Managed multiple building projects from initial planning stages to final completion.
- Coordinated subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Conducted thorough site inspections to maintain safety and compliance standards.
- Developed detailed project timelines to optimise workflow and resource allocation.
- Hands on on site with experience gained in all aspects of construction, all trades.
- Oversaw budgeting and cost estimation to align with client expectations.
Aluminium fabricator and fitter, construction work
Academy glass and building
Dublin
01.1993 - 01.2009
- Fabricated and fitted aluminium windows and doors for various construction projects ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Operated cutting and equipment to prepare materials for assembly and installation with precision.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and maintain high-quality workmanship.
- Conducted on-site measurements and assessments to ensure accurate fitting of aluminium components.
- Surveys and subsequent pricing tasks.
- Hands on onsite fitting products and liaising with clients.
Assembly line worker
Motorolla Ireland
Swords
05.1991 - 01.1993
- Operated assembly line machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Inspected components for quality assurance and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve production issues and improve efficiency.
- Maintained clean and safe working environment in compliance with safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma - Irish Leaving Certificate
CBS
Naas, Co Kildare 09.1986 - 06.1991
Skills
Construction trade skills in all aspects and trades
Ability to create leads and subsequently follow up with clients from survey, pricing and closing of sale
Experience of dealing on site with customers, architects, engineers and various subcontractors
Cold calling experience out on the road introducing new clients to company and promoting business
Affiliations
- Motor racing experience in the past, now keen spectator, and travel to events regularly.
- Football enthusiast and travel to events regularly.
- Keen interest in history and travel regularly to various locations of interest.
Timeline
Sales representative
Howdens joinery
01.2025 - 07.2025
Self employed building contractor
self
01.2009 - 01.2025
Aluminium fabricator and fitter, construction work
Academy glass and building
01.1993 - 01.2009
Assembly line worker
Motorolla Ireland
05.1991 - 01.1993
High School Diploma - Irish Leaving Certificate
CBS
09.1986 - 06.1991