Facilities Manager - Ascot Racecourse
(2025-04)
Responsible for the overall management of facilities, building fabric, infrastructure, and mechanical and electrical services across one of the UK's most prestigious sporting and events venues. Lead a multidisciplinary team of over 20 personnel covering maintenance, grounds, infrastructure, projects, decorating, signage, and M&E functions.
- Restructured the Facilities Team to improve operational efficiency, accountability, and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented new Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and CAPEX programmes to improve asset reliability and lifecycle management.
- Managed departmental budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and cost control.
- Oversaw contractor performance, compliance, procurement, and project delivery.
- Chaired operational and facilities meetings, including race day and major event planning sessions.
- Enhanced team performance through targeted training, development, and performance management initiatives.
- Maintained exceptional standards of health, safety, compliance, and estate presentation.
- Built strong working relationships across departments to improve collaboration and operational effectiveness.
- Successfully created a highly engaged and motivated team culture, significantly improving employee engagement, operational standards, and service delivery across the estate.
Head of Estates and Facilities - Ladywell Convent
(2024-01 - 2024-12)
Managed a diverse 180-acre estate comprising a hotel, care home, chapel, museum, residential accommodation, staff housing, industrial kitchens, office facilities, and mission houses nationwide.
- Led all estate operations, maintenance services, projects, fleet management, health and safety, and fire safety compliance.
- Managed estates teams, ensuring delivery against operational targets and KPIs.
- Produced comprehensive reports for Directors covering project progress, operational performance, and key metrics.
- Improved operational processes and policies to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- Recruited, trained, and developed new estates personnel.
- Controlled budgets and resources to ensure financial efficiency.
- Maintained high standards across multiple sites and complex facilities portfolios.
Estates Manager - Palace Green Office
(2023-01 - 2023-12)
Managed five residential and corporate properties across a large geographical area for a high-profile private client.
- Oversaw refurbishment, restoration, and upgrade projects, including listed buildings.
- Managed contractors and maintenance teams across multiple sites.
- Worked closely with security and fleet management teams to ensure seamless operations.
- Coordinated travel, scheduling, and estate logistics.
- Conducted regular health and safety inspections and compliance audits.
- Led tendering exercises and contract negotiations to improve service delivery and value.
Foreman - Dracaena Ltd
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
Managed operational delivery teams responsible for construction and civil engineering projects throughout the South East.
- Recruited and developed a skilled workforce, significantly reducing project backlogs.
- Successfully delivered a £100,000 attenuation tank project on time and within budget.
- Maintained excellent health and safety standards across all sites.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to improve operational efficiency and project delivery.
Estates Site Manager - Frazer-Nash Consultancy
(2013-01 - 2021-12)
Managed facilities and estate operations across the organisation's corporate headquarters and private residential properties.
- Delivered projects valued in excess of £800,000.
- Reduced operational costs by upskilling internal teams and reducing contractor dependency.
- Coordinated major extension and refurbishment projects, including specialist facilities.
- Conducted regular risk assessments and maintained full health and safety compliance.
- Managed maintenance operations and multiple specialist contractors.
Owner / Builder - TTH Construction
(2020-01)
Self-employed construction professional specialising in extensions, renovations, new-build projects, and property refurbishments.
- Successfully delivered residential building projects from inception to completion.
- Managed small project teams and subcontractors.
- Completed specialist landscaping, paving, roofing, bricklaying, and carpentry works.
- Maintained consistently high standards of workmanship and client satisfaction.
Builder - G D Marshall & Sons
(2012-01 - 2013-12)
- Promoted to Head Builder within the first year.
- Led projects involving bricklaying, carpentry, hard landscaping, and general construction.
- Successfully completed the construction of a solar charging station.
- Delivered high-quality landscaping projects including patios, fencing, and turfing.
Owner / Builder - Trethewey Groundworks & Buildings
(2009-01 - 2011-12)
Self-employed builder delivering a broad range of groundworks and construction projects.
- Managed all aspects of project delivery, including client liaison and site management.
- Delivered landscaping, roofing, carpentry, bricklaying, and refurbishment projects.
- Maintained excellent safety, quality, and customer service standards.
General Builder / Gang Lead - A & L Chapman Ltd
(2004-01 - 2009-12)
Progressed through multiple promotions while gaining extensive experience in groundworks and civil engineering.
- Operated heavy plant including excavators, dumpers, and JCB machinery.
- Specialised in deep drainage, reinforced concrete works, foundations, and infrastructure projects.
- Managed roadworks projects, including utility installations and surfacing.
- Led site teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
