Ahmed Ridah

Hard-working and motivated Quantity Surveying student currently studying a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying at Birmingham City University. I bring 2+ years of experience in the food industry, including supervisory, customer service and team-leading responsibilities, alongside two years of placement experience within the construction industry. My construction placement gave me exposure to both office-based work and hands-on site environments, where I followed a Project Manager and developed an understanding of professional construction teams, project delivery and the importance of flexibility, initiative and problem solving.

I am keen to gain further experience, contribute positively to a professional team and continue developing my technical and commercial skills.

Construction Placement - HB Birmingham

• Gained experience across office-based and on-site construction environments, developing a broader understanding of how projects and professional teams operate.
• Worked alongside and followed a Project Manager, learning about project activity, site operations and professional construction practices.
• Built confidence working with a professional team while remaining flexible and adapting to different environments and responsibilities.
• Developed initiative and the ability to think independently, solve problems and respond appropriately to changing situations.

Full-Time Server - NYK - Stratford Road

• Worked full-time in a busy food-service environment, regularly completing around 60 hours per week and late-night shifts, sometimes finishing at 3am.
• Maintained consistently high customer service standards during demanding and busy periods.
• Worked effectively with colleagues and management, followed instructions accurately and contributed positively to the wider team.
• Developed resilience, reliability and the ability to maintain performance under pressure.

Server • Cook • Supervisor - Erbil Shawarma

• Worked as both a server and cook in a busy high-street food business, developing speed, efficiency and strong customer service.
• Progressed into a supervisory role, managing the team when the manager and owner were unavailable.
• Handled workplace issues appropriately, supported colleagues and helped maintain smooth day-to-day operations.
• Strengthened knowledge of food-service operations, teamwork, leadership and working effectively with co-workers.

Supervisor • Front of House • Kitchen - Burger and Sauce

• Worked across front-of-house and kitchen operations, gaining broad experience within a fast-paced food environment.
• Developed strong customer service skills and learned stock-handling responsibilities.
• Worked efficiently as part of a team during busy periods while maintaining service standards.
• Led colleagues effectively as a supervisor and developed confidence in organising work and supporting team performance.

BSc (Hons) - Quantity Surveying - Birmingham City University

T Level - Design, Surveying & Planning for Construction - University College Birmingham

GCSEs - Harborne Academy