
Benjamin Paldano
Project Manager @ FRANCO GROUP(UK) LTD | Commercial Projects, Business Operations
Salary / Daily rate
London, UK
Permanent contract
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
As a Project Manager at FRANCO GROUP(UK) LTD, I oversee projects from inception to completion, focusing on optimizing time and cost efficiency. I collaborate with clients to understand their requirements and design customized floor plans. I assign and monitor daily tasks, ensuring clear communication and regular updates for senior management. I also manage the procurement of office supplies and maintain financial documents for seamless access and record-keeping. Previously, I worked as a Trading Assistant at Sainsbury's, where I was promoted from the shop floor to the Cash Office and then to Checkout Supervisor. I consistently exceeded revenue targets and managed the checkout department, handling customer inquiries and supporting managers. I also developed a custom payroll system using Microsoft Excel and designed and launched the company website using WIX.com, significantly enhancing customer experience and boosting business efficiency. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Kingston University.
Work experience
Project Manager
FRANCO GROUP(UK) LTD
Mar 2023 - Present
3 years 8 months
London, UK
As a Project Manager, I am responsible for overseeing projects from inception to completion, focusing on optimizing time and cost efficiency. My key responsibilities include: - Collaborating with clients on-site to understand their requirements and design customized floor plans. - Assigning and monitoring daily tasks, facilitating clear communication, and generating regular reports and updates for senior management. - Ensuring team members have the necessary resources and support to complete tasks on schedule and within budget constraints. - Organizing and maintaining financial documents such as reports, invoices, and contracts for seamless access and record-keeping. - Managing the procurement of office supplies to ensure smooth project operations. I strive to enhance project outcomes by driving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring timely delivery.
Sainsbury's
Nov 2021 - Mar 2023
1 year 5 months
Kingston upon Thames, UK
Trading Assistant
Nov 2021 - Mar 2023
1 year 5 months
Kingston upon Thames, UK
I started on the shop floor during peak periods and was later promoted to the Cash Office, where I was responsible for replenishing cash in checkout tills, ensuring adequate change for the week, and balancing cash and coins against accounts before banking the money. I was then promoted to Checkout Supervisor, where I managed the checkout department, handled customer inquiries, and supported managers by inputting payroll hours. Additionally, I worked closely with line managers on the shop floor, assisting with key tasks such as stock replenishment, code checking across produce, fresh foods, dry goods, and unloading deliveries in a fast-paced environment. Throughout my tenure, I consistently exceeded revenue targets every month starting in November.
Supervisor
Nov 2021 - Mar 2023
1 year 5 months
Supervised checkout operations within a high-volume retail environment. Managed cash office activities including cash reconciliation, till balancing, and deposit preparation. Supported payroll administration and rota management. Handled customer escalations and service issues in line with company standards. Collaborated with store management on stock control, compliance checks, and operational planning. Contributed to achieving and exceeding monthly revenue and service performance targets.
Information Technology Administrator
Kleiderfort
Aug 2019 - Oct 2019
3 months
Colombo, Sri Lanka
I developed a custom payroll system using Microsoft Excel, incorporating advanced formulas to ensure accurate and efficient employee payments, streamlining the payroll process for the company. Additionally, I designed and launched the company website using WIX.com (https://www.kleiderfort.com/), significantly enhancing customer experience by providing easy access to information and enabling online orders. This website played a pivotal role in increasing sales, especially during peak demand periods, by simplifying the purchasing process and boosting business efficiency.
Education
Kingston University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
2019 - 2022
3 years 1 month
St. Peter's College
Licenses & certifications
Project Management Simplified
Issued: May 2025
Ken Blanchard on Servant Leadership
Issued: May 2025
Construction Management Foundations
Issued: Apr 2025
AutoCAD 2017 Essential Training
Issued: Jun 2021