We sat down with Matthew, one of our contracts managers, to find out more about the fantastic progressions he’s made within the business. Matthew was formerly a carpenter at Hi-Tech and was able to work his way up to Supervisor, and now Contracts Manager.
I have been in the construction industry for around 18 years. I started off by learning carpentry which I believe is a good place to start when you want to get into construction. From there, I learned a lot from all the other trades over the years and I became proficient in many areas of the industry.
After 18 years it was my goal to further my career and start looking at what my options would be, I had an interest in project management, and it seemed like the next logical step for me.
My position now offers a variety of situations that I enjoy, from the planning side of things to problem solving.
I have been in the construction industry for around 18 years. I started off by learning carpentry which I believe is a good place to start when you want to get into construction. From there, I learned a lot from all the other trades over the years and I became proficient in many areas of the industry.
After 18 years it was my goal to further my career and start looking at what my options would be, I had an interest in project management, and it seemed like the next logical step for me.
My position now offers a variety of situations that I enjoy, from the planning side of things to problem solving.
My daily task consists of but are not limited to, man management (organising the work for every day of the week for various trades), paying visits to site to scope up work (measure, evaluate, etc), meeting with customers and clients to discuss the works that are to take place. Finally, project management, which includes making sure that the projects run smoothly on time and not go over budget amongst other things.
My time at Hi-tech has not been without its challenges but I think that’s what I enjoy. The people I have worked with over the last five and a half years have also made it enjoyable.
There have been so many over my years with Hi-Tech but, that being said, I was the supervisor at a large job at the Hook Inn in Warsash where they had had a big fire. It was good to see the transformation from a burnt-out shell to a fully refurbished and functional property again. There was also a property in North Devon where the walls had collapsed, and we had to re-build the roof along with all the internal walls. But since I have been in my current position, I suppose the standout job I have been involved with was a big job in the centre of Oxford. It was at the Port Mahon pub, where we had a very large external project to complete in a relatively short time frame.
Patience and understanding. That being said, my knowledge has increased in many areas which has only helped me in my progression in the company.
There have been so many over my years with Hi-Tech but, that being said, I was the supervisor at a large job at the Hook Inn in Warsash where they had had a big fire. It was good to see the transformation from a burnt-out shell to a fully refurbished and functional property again. There was also a property in North Devon where the walls had collapsed, and we had to re-build the roof along with all the internal walls. But since I have been in my current position, I suppose the standout job I have been involved with was a big job in the centre of Oxford. It was at the Port Mahon pub, where we had a very large external project to complete in a relatively short time frame.
Patience and understanding. That being said, my knowledge has increased in many areas which has only helped me in my progression in the company.
Looking for a fresh start? Hi-Tech Property Services are always hiring various trades. Perhaps you see a future for yourself where you get to climb the ranks, just as Matt did. Apply today and see where your journey takes you!
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Starting a new construction project, want more information on our PPM services, or perhaps just looking for a handyman for your commercial property?
Call 01329 287 626 7am – 5pm Monday – Friday for a conversation with someone straight away, or email us at enquiries@hi-techproperties.co.uk
Starting a new construction project, want more information on our PPM services, or perhaps just looking for a handyman for your commercial property?
Call 01329 287 626 7am – 5pm Monday – Friday for a conversation with someone straight away, or email us at enquiries@hi-techproperties.co.uk