Ali Rizvi
Construction & Property / Project Manager
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About
Results-oriented professional with an extensive background in project management, contract management, and operations leadership. Known for setting high standards and achieving excellence through effective problem-solving and collaboration. Proven ability to manage diverse teams and cultivate strong relationships.
Possess a robust property portfolio management expertise, specialising in securing accommodations for esteemed clients such as the Metropolitan Police, local authorities, and organisations dedicated to assisted living programs.
Experience
Site Manager | St George | 03/2020 - Present
Part of the Berkeley Group, leading brownfield regeneration efforts. Key contributor to revitalizing properties for diverse stakeholders. I have worked on multiple flagship sites including Ealing Filmworks, Grand Union, Fulham Reach, Beaufort Park and Chelsea Creek. A brief summary of my role:
- Successful management of commercial and internal work packages.
- Leadership in trade progress and coordination meetings.
- Solely delivering of 54 high-end apartments, from concrete frame to handover.
- Seamless handover to housing associations, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Effective liaison with building control and NHBC for sign-off.
- Proactive risk management workshops to ensure project success.
- Implementation of practices enhancing on-site working conditions.
Instrumental in the flagship Nine Elms regeneration project. Managed projects such as Sainsbury's joint venture, Harrow Square, and Kodak Factory. Notable contributions:
- Strategic project sequencing within demanding timelines.
- Efficient monitoring and just-in-time material ordering.
- Oversight of health and safety for 1000+ operatives.
- Cost-saving initiatives and value engineering strategies.
Contributed to the Nine Elms Battersea Power Station refurbishment, focusing on high-end residential areas. Key achievements include:
- Creation of comprehensive client project progress reports.
- Coordination of architectural design packages.
- Value engineering collaboration with lead contractors.
- Active monitoring for scope gaps and program adherence.
Led multiple construction teams across diverse sites from residential family homes to school buildings. Managed multiple short projects across North West London, consistently delivering to budget and schedule. Highlights:
- Consistently achieved 10/10 customer satisfaction ratings.
- Effective management of health and safety protocols.
- Negotiated tenders, managing debts, complaints, and claims.
Steered the introduction of GSM-R communication device to Colas Rail fleet. Managed complex implementation and coordinated diverse stakeholders. Achievements:
- Coordinated nationwide GSM-R implementation.
- Improved KPI scorecards and achieved BS11000 certification.
- Led client, contractor, supplier, and regulator liaison.
- Devised comprehensive operator training program.
Contributed to property management projects including refurbishments and tenancy oversight. Highlights:
- Managed multiple domestic refurbishment projects, achieving revenue goals.
- Negotiated letting agreements and managed tenant accounts.
- Collaborated with architects, councils, and contractors.
Education
Education:
- BSc (Honours) Project Management for Construction, University College London, Graduated June 2011
- National Diploma in Construction (Distinction), Moulton College, 2006 - 2008
- AS Level: Business Studies, Economics Northampton College
- N.S.B (Northampton School for Boys) 10 GCSEs A* – C Passes
- SMSTS
- First Aid
- Fire Marshal
- Scaffold Inspection
- CAT 4
- Easy Dec
- Asbestos Management
- CDM
- CSCS (Black Card)
- Temporary Works Supervisor
- NVQ Level 6 Site Management
- Tower Crane Safety
