Lukas Cox

I am a highly experienced construction and facilities professional with over 20 years of experience across multi-trade construction, property maintenance, facilities management and site supervision. Having successfully run my own construction business and worked in facilities engineering roles, I have developed strong practical skills, problem-solving abilities and a commitment to delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently. I am reliable, hardworking, adaptable and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Self-Employed Construction Contractor

(2015 - 2026)

• Managed a wide range of residential and commercial construction projects.
• Coordinated subcontractors and trades to ensure projects were completed on time and to specification.
• Carried out bricklaying, plastering, carpentry, groundwork and general building works.
• Prepared quotations, managed client relationships and oversaw project delivery.
• Maintained high standards of workmanship, health and safety and customer service.

Facilities Engineer - RELATIVE GROUNDWORK LTD

(2023 - 2025-08)

• Carried out planned and reactive maintenance across multiple sites.
• Undertook plastering, boarding and general building repairs.
• Completed property inspections, surveys and quotations.
• Delivered high standards of customer service and client liaison.
• Experienced in PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) schedules.
• Multi-trade maintenance including carpentry, plumbing and general repairs.

Facilities Engineer - ADVANCE FM

(2021-12 - 2022-05)

• Carried out planned and reactive building maintenance.
• Completed property surveys and prepared quotations.
• Undertook multi-trade repairs and maintenance works.
• Worked directly with clients to resolve maintenance issues.
• Experienced in PPM schedules and site maintenance programmes.

Driver (Part Time) - ARGOS

(2019-09 - 2021-12)

• Home delivery driver.
• Vehicle loading and unloading.
• Maintained delivery schedules and customer service standards.

Driver - TIME & PLAICE (Family Business)

(2018 - 2019-04)

• Delivery driver for family-run business.
• Managed deliveries and customer interactions.
• Worked independently while maintaining service standards.

Multi-Trade Operative - GRAVESHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL

(2017 - 2018-12)

• Carried out property maintenance and repair works.
• Completed PPM maintenance tasks.
• Delivered responsive repairs and customer-focused services.
• Worked across a range of building trades.

Construction Operative - FREEMAN DEVELOPMENTS

(2015 - 2016-09)

• Groundworks including excavation, concreting and foundations.
• Operated mini-diggers and site machinery.
• Constructed extensions to plate height.
• Undertook roofing, plastering and bricklaying works.
• Worked on residential construction projects from start to completion.

Foreman / Excavator Operator - A.G. EDWARDS & SON DEMOLITION

(2014 - 2015-01)

• Supervised demolition works while remaining hands-on on site.
• Operated 30-tonne excavators and plant machinery.
• Managed site clearance and demolition activities.
• Recovered and sorted recyclable materials.
• Maintained safe and efficient working practices.

Multi-Trade Builder - HRM CONSTRUCTION

(2013 - 2014-02)

• Bricklaying and construction of residential extensions.
• Managed and organised a team of up to eight operatives.
• Completed loft conversions and extension projects.
• Undertook plastering, roofing and structural building works.
• Ensured projects were completed to specification and deadlines.

Multi-Trade Builder - SCOPE BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

(2012 - 2013-12)

• Plastering, dry lining and plasterboarding.
• Construction of new-build residential properties.
• Renovation and conversion projects.
• Plumbing installations and radiator fitting.
• Roofing and extension works.

Garage Assistant - BAMBER GARAGE

(2009 - 2012-06)

• Prepared invoices and maintained company records.
• Carried out vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Replaced clutches, brakes and exhaust systems.
• Worked independently and as part of a team.
• Consistently met deadlines and customer expectations.