Project Director (client side)

This highly qualified Senior Project Manager has a background in Electrical Engineering and a wealth of experience in the construction industry. With a career spanning several years, he has held progressive roles in both Head Contractor (10 years) and PM Consultancy capacities (2 years), demonstrating a clear path of professional growth. Alongside his academic achievements, he possesses strong commercial and contractual acumen, as well as a sound understanding of the build phase. He has successfully delivered projects ranging from $30 million to $300 million, showcasing his expertise in the Health, Education, Commercial, and Residential sectors.

The candidate has an impressive project portfolio encompassing diverse assignments. As a Senior Project Manager/Lead at a leading client-side project management firm, he spearheaded the construction of a new $250 million learning and teaching building for a prestigious university. This project involved intricate construction techniques to manage geotechnical conditions and a unique design with a three-level span over an existing structure. Additionally, he led the fast-tracked delivery of close to 30 new medical Stations across Victoria, valued at nearly $90 million.

In his recent roles, the candidate’s responsibilities extended beyond project management. He excelled as an experienced Contracts Manager, leveraging extensive knowledge of construction contract administration and contract law. His expertise encompasses contract negotiation, procurement, cost management, financial reporting, and handling variations & EOTs. With outstanding skills in consultant management, design management, risk management, and client management, he consistently delivered high-quality projects. Furthermore, his strong personal characteristics, such as attention to detail, effective communication, and leadership abilities, have contributed to his success in delivering projects of varying complexities.

Based on his track record of delivering successful projects over the last 5-8 years, the candidate is well-suited for senior-level positions in the consulting Project Management space. The candidate’s ability to navigate complexities, coupled with his solid commercial acumen, positions him for projects involving intricate designs, distressed situations, and buildability challenges.