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Huw Triggs, Construction Manager

Huw Triggs

Construction Manager·Willmott Dixon Construction

United Kingdom

Master's degree, Construction Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 21 years, 0 months

Construction Manager

January 2017 - Present

Willmott Dixon Construction

January 2017 - Present

I am currently leading the delivery of a £32m residential scheme which includes 194 apartments for private rental in the
heart of Bristol. As well as leading a team of 20 and a large external design team, my primary role is to work closely with the
customer and their key stakeholders whilst also producing and maintaining the construction programme. I led the project and
consultant teams through the pre-construction phase of the project on to site, managing all aspects of the delivery, design and
procurement of packages where I continue to do so as the project reaches the halfway point.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Pre-Construction Manager

September 2016 - January 2017

Willmott Dixon Construction

September 2016 - January 2017

Cardiff Met Sports Complex £8.5m
I led the preconstruction of a new sports complex with swimming pool for Cardiff Metropolitan University. My role
involved leading the design consultants to RIBA Stage 4, whilst scoping and pricing packages against a cost plan to reach a
target cost for the client. This culminated in presenting the project pack to the Director of strategy and Director of Finance for
approval. The role involved extensive client engagement including end users, as well as extensive Value Engineering to meet
the client's budgetary requirements.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Management

Construction Manager

April 2015 - September 2016

Willmott Dixon Construction

United Kingdom

April 2015 - September 2016

I led the delivery of a mixed use community Hub which included a 25m swimming pool on behalf of Cardiff County
Council from pre-construction through to commissioning, handover and successful sign off of the 12 month defect liability
period. My role initially involved coordinating the design teams and engaging with the supply chain to meet the budgetary
requirements and provide a Target Cost to enter contract with the client. I then led the project team through the 61-week
construction programme, successfully handing over on time and on budget. A key part of the role was developing and
maintaining client relationships as well as managing and driving the design teams to meet the budgetary and programme
requirements.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Specialist Projects Manager

July 2014 - April 2015

July 2014 - April 2015

Bison Manufacturing, a Laing O'Rourke Company - Various Projects
I was seconded to Bison as part of the Young Guns Programme where i led the company through various business
improvement initiatives and reviewed the overall commercial strategy of Bison across their Derbyshire and Scottish
manufacturing plants. The role included producing and coordinating a master plan for the redevelopment of both plants with the
aim of doubling annual turnover by 2020. This included reviewing the diversification of products produced beyond just precast
concrete. The role also included overseeing the coordination of precast concrete production and delivery from 4 different
manufacturing facilities across the UK to a £100m project in the heart of Glasgow. Throughout my varied role, I gained valuable
Curriculum Vitae • 2/2
experience in developing strong relationships with external design consultants, internal and external stakeholders across
different businesses as well as forming key client relationships.
Job role:
Information Technology

Project Engineer

October 2013 - July 2014

Laing O'Rourke

United Arab Emirates

October 2013 - July 2014

Llandough Adult Mental Health Unit £65m
I led the technical delivery of a new mental health unit on the outskirts of Cardiff. I was responsible for leading and
managing all logistical, technical and quality activities on the project as well as key stakeholder management. I led a team of 10
Engineers, working directly for me, as well as a large consultant design team where I provided functional guidance and
subsequently assured the engineering integrity and stability of the works across all disciplines.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Project Engineer

October 2010 - October 2013

Laing O'Rourke

United Arab Emirates

October 2010 - October 2013

UH Bristol Projects £100m
I led the technical delivery of the redevelopment of Bristol Royal Infirmary which included a brand new ward mixed use
ward block, helipad and refurbishment of the existing hospital. I was responsible for leading and managing all logistical,
technical and quality activities on the project from the Outline Business Case to Full Business Case and then on to construction.
I had a team of 12 Engineers working directly for me together with a large consultant design team to whom I provided functional
guidance and subsequently assured the engineering integrity and stability of the works. In light of my significant involvement in
the OBC and FBC submissions I could build solid client relationships that assisted in the successful delivery of the scheme. My
performance on the project lead to me being selected for the Laing O'Rourke Young Guns programme.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Construction Manager

June 2009 - October 2010

Laing O'Rourke

United Arab Emirates

June 2009 - October 2010

Corsham Project, Wiltshire £300m
A large PFI contract on behalf of the MOD, I led the delivery of a large section of work on the scheme from steel frame
erection through to commissioning and handover. A notable highlight was handing over the section 2 weeks ahead of
programme. My main duties involved planning, coordinating and managing all subcontractors pre-site and on site activities as
well as liaison with the client and independent certifier to ensure compliance to the contract.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Civil Engineer

June 2008 - June 2009

Ove Arup & Partners

Philippines

June 2008 - June 2009

Various Projects
I secured a secondment to the Arup design office in Cardiff as part of my progression towards professional membership. During
my time at Arup, I gained a good understanding of the consulting process. I was able to work on an array of projects that
involved both concept & detailed Infrastructure Design, preparation of reports, drawings & specifications. Producing such
documents allowed me to extensively use Standards, Codes of Practice and various legislation and local authority requirements
which I've been able to carry through with me through my career.
Company industry:
General Engineering Consultancy
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Senior Engineer

May 2007 - June 2008

Laing O'Rourke

United Arab Emirates

May 2007 - June 2008

Cardiff Central Library £17m
I worked as the sole engineer as part of a small team delivering the high profile, public building in the city centre of Cardiff. My
duties included providing dimensional control for the whole building from substructure and superstructure construction to
steelwork and envelope construction
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Engineering

Site Engineer

June 2005 - May 2007

Laing O'Rourke - Celesti

June 2005 - May 2007

Cardiff Bay £66m
The project included the construction of 370 apartments on the outskirts of Cardiff, spread across 8 different blocks. I was solely
responsible for the dimensional control and quality of construction for 4 of the 9 residential blocks. I acquired valuable experience
of tight, fast programs with staged handovers, where good trade contractor management was key.
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Site Engineer

January 2003 -

Laing O'Rourke

United Arab Emirates

January 2003 -

Project Red Dragon, South Wales £75m
After completing my first year at University I secured a summer placement on the £75m Project Red Dragon in St Athan. During
my time on the project I assisted the engineering department in all dimensional and quality control as well as gaining a real
understanding of various construction processes. At the end of my first summer placement I secured a place on Laing
O'Rourke's sponsored student scheme and as a result I was able to return to the project after my 2
nd
year at University.
Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Education

Cambridge University

January 2017

January 2017

Master's degree, Construction Engineering

United Kingdom

MSt Construction Engineering

University of Plymouth

June 2005

June 2005

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

United Kingdom

GPA (percentage): 68%

GPA (percentage): 68%

Skills

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COUNCIL
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CUSTOMER RELATIONS
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DELIVERY
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DELIVERY
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MANAGEMENT
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PRODUCTION
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QUALITY
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SCHEME
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Languages

Welsh
Native Speaker
English
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Memberships

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