Andrew Barnes

Dedicated and skilled Construction professional with over 15 years of experience. Managing medium to large-scale construction projects, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering high-quality work. Proficient in project management, structural works, and site supervision, with a proven track record of completing projects on time and within budget. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining strong client relationships.

Business Proprietor and Principle Contractor - B.A.R Build and Restoration - Bath, Trowbridge and Chippenham area

(2019-06)

Running a small to medium sized Construction Contracting business.

• Conducted construction, structural and ground works on projects across the Bath, Trowbridge and Chippenham area
• Implemented health and safety protocols, for subcontractors, clients and general public
• Coordinated with architects and clients to resolve design conflicts, improving project efficiency
• Prepared detailed project reports and cost estimates, maintaining projects stay on budget and on time

Project Manager - Oakhills Construction LTD - Tetbury UK

(2015 - 2019-05)

• Supervised construction of multiple residential construction projects, overseeing foundation works, steel framework and structural work
• Trained as SMSTS site manager, under the Site Management Safety Training Scheme CITB
• Conducted regular site inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Collaborated with subcontractors to streamline efficiency to reduce costs

Engineering Technician - DTR Automotive VMS Limited - UK

(2013-08 - 2015-02)

• Assisted in the Repair, Maintenance and cleaning of injection moulding jigs
• Supported senior engineers in preparing technical specifications and project documentation
• Conducted Analysis and prepared reports on design and tooling issues and mechincal integrity
• Contributed to the modification and troubleshooting of Injection moulds and tooling. Visiting tooling and robotics suppliers for feedback and troubleshooting

Production Line Operator / Shift Leader - DTR Automotive VMS Limited - UK

(2009-02 - 2013-08)

Started still as a production line operator. Had a change of career from construction to an engineer and Manufacturing focus. Spent 1 year as an operator, i was then promoted to team leader. I was team leader for 1 year then I was promoted to shift leader due to my ability to hit production targets and keep production high with minimal part rejections.

• Good communication skills, getting the most out of my operators, notifying and troubleshooting with production engineers and working with planning and production line departments to get work done on time and on schedule
• In charge of 96 operators when shift leader

SMSTS Site Management Safety Training Scheme CITB (2017)

GCSE - Science Double Award

GCSE - English

GCSE - Maths

GCSE - English Literature

GCSE - Physical Education

GCSE - D&T: Resistant Materials Tech

GCSE - Media Studies

GCSE - French

CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) (2015)