Sara Barnes
Pre-construction & Marketing Manager @Interclass
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WORK HISTORY
Pre-construction & Marketing Manager @Interclass
Wombourne, GB
I now manage and oversee all bid writing, marketing and social value activity for Interclass Plc. Notable successes include securing Interclass a place on the Constructing West Midlands Framework in 2020 and delivering a new website and brand refresh in 2021 (interclass.co.uk). Women into Construction mentor and Constructing West Midlands Framework Manager and Marcomms & Sustainability Lead. Award success with Interclass winning \'SME of the Year\' at the 2021 Constructing Excellence West Midlands Awards and Building Contractor of the Year at the Construction Awards of Excellence 2022. Finalist for Large Business of the Year - Black Country Chamber of Commerce Awards 2022.
EDUCATION
CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing
Certificate in Professional Marketing
King James's School, Knaresborough
Geography, Sociology, Biology, Psychology
The Carbon Literacy Project
Certified Carbon Literate
University of Wolverhampton
CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Marketing
Loughborough University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Geography
SKILLS
ABOUT SARA BARNES
In addition to my role I am also:Constructing West Midlands Framework Manager for InterclassNational Federation of Builders Ambassador - working closely the NFB team to delivering industry-wide Neurodiversity training and support CITB England Nation Council memberAge UK & Pets as Therapy VolunteerSuicide and Mental Health First Aider I’m a purpose-driven leader with 13 years in the construction industry, specialising in bidding, social value, marketing and strategic engagement. What drives me is impact - creating workplaces where people can thrive, championing the successes that often go unnoticed and helping shape construction into an industry of choice, that welcomes and supports everyone. I am proud to have been included in the Top 100 Influential Women in Construction 2022 & 2023.My career began as one of four Business Graduates at The Miller Group and relocating from Yorkshire to the West Midlands to be part of the Miller Construction team, I have since worked across the Midlands and South West for national and regional contractors including Speller Metcalfe and Wates. Fast forward to now and I’m proud to be part of the Senior Leadership Team at a regional SME contractor, where I’ve spent the last six years. I’ve helped evolve how we work, embed continuous improvement and play a hands-on role in shaping the company’s direction and culture. My values are listening, belonging, growth, variety, learning, kindness Education:ILM Level 5 Women in Construction - Leading with Integrity (2023)CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Marketing - University of Wolverhampton (2020)BSc (Hons) Geography - Loughborough University (2009)I am always open to opportunities to engage with schools, colleges and universities to inspire others to join the industry. You can contact me at s••••@interclass.co.uk and I will get back to you as soon as I can.
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