PERSONAL STATEMENT
Hardworking and reliable carpenter with 6+ years of relevant experience in construction, repairs, and maintenance of high-end residential and commercial projects. Proficient in the entire construction process from concept design and material selection to post-construction and closeout. BSA member with a proven track record of project completion under budget and 25% ahead of schedule. Seeking a position as Head Carpenter with [Company Name].
EDUCATION
Kent University, UK | Sep 2013–Oct 2016
B.Sc. (Hons) Industrial Engineering — upper second-class honours (2:1)
- Relevant modules: Carpentry Framing and Finishing, Carpentry Forms, Applied Technical Mathematics
James High School, Kent | Sep 2006–July 2013
- A-Levels: Physics (B), Chemistry (C), Maths (B)
- GCSEs: 10 A*–C, including English, Maths, and ICT
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dove Construction Company, Glasgow
Carpenter, Jun 2021–Present
- Conceived, designed, and executed construction, renovations, and general maintenance for over 10 properties, including residential builds and remodels
- Enhanced project quality by 75% by building a high-quality supply chain of tools and materials
- Trained and supervised 14 new workers, leading to a 47% average performance improvement within one month
- Reduced time spent laying hardwood flooring and installing other furniture projects by 20% by eliminating construction waste
- Increased productivity by 60%, using CAD software to develop accurate design templates and representations
Mayflower Building Engineers, Glasgow
Carpenter, Jul 2019–Jun 2021
- Led all phases of the entire construction processes, repairs by maintaining first or second fix installations across 20+ buildings over 2 years
- Produced top-quality work by following industry best practices and implementing quality management across the project lifecycle for 30+ projects in 12 months
- Employed tools in 100% compliance with health and safety regulations of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and the Environment Agency (EA)
- Worked independently and as a team on the constructions and installation of stained oak casings, cabinetries, framings, sidings, and other wooden fixtures within determined deadlines
Midas Inc., Glasgow
Finish Carpenter, Oct 2016–Jun 2019
- Carried out planned projects from start to finish by ensuring project specifications were met and completed work on time and within budget
- Performed finish carpentry design and executed wood remodelling projects with various finish processes with 90% accuracy in cost estimation
- Completed first fixes such as plaster boarding and timber framing as well as second adjustments, including hanging doors, skirting, and architraves ahead of the deadline, resulting in a 20% cost reduction
- Designed construction plans, measured, and installed cabinets as well as wooden flooring for 45+ homes, schools, and offices undergoing remodelling, repair, and renovation
- Successfully led a team of 6 to remodel the interior and exterior of both houses and workshop environments using CAD to minimise waste and increase precision
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Highly organised and effective communicator with all levels of management, peers, and diverse cultural audiences
- Technically proficient in using CAD Software and MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Solid expertise in drilling, framing, fabrication, and client relationship building
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, sales, and negotiation skills
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
- Blogging
- Travelling
- Driving