Bradley Cook
Beaconsfield
Summary
Operations and Project Manager with expertise in workflow management, document control, and process optimisation across construction, industrial, and residential sectors. Skilled in designing digital workflow systems to enhance efficiency, transparency, and team collaboration. Strong background in business analysis, identifying inefficiencies, mapping workflows, and implementing solutions using Monday.com, ServiceM8, Buildertrend, SimPro, and SharePoint. Adept at leading teams, optimising resources, and ensuring seamless project execution. Passionate about leveraging technology and structured processes to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
H&B Fencing & Gates
01.2023 - Current
- Lead operations and document control for security fencing and automated gate solutions for commercial, industrial, councils, and Military base projects
- Design and implement process management software, including Monday.com and ServiceM8, to enhance project job tracking, scheduling, and communication
- Design and implement comprehensive installation and training manuals, improving on-site installation and training efficiency and consistency
- Manage multiple installer teams, overseeing document control and transparency, workflow efficiency, scheduling, and quality assurance
- Oversaw maintenance and troubleshooting of automated gate systems
Business Analyst
Elite Mechanical Solutions
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted a full audit of business processes, documentation gaps, and the interaction between staff and systems, pinpointing document organisational inefficiencies
- Achieved this by: Interviewed staff members to understand how each member interacted with company workflow management systems
- Created flowchart mappings to visualise workflows and interactions between operational platforms and personnel
- Designed an improved and streamlined org chart structure and workflow management system using Monday.com and SimPro, enhancing efficiency
Operations Manager
Kleev Homes
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Led and oversaw all company projects, employees, architects, and clients
- Designed and integrated digital workflow management systems using Buildertrend, Monday.com, Hammertech, Microsoft Project, and SharePoint, streamlining processes, communication, and document control to enhance efficiency, ensure real-time transparency, and bridge the gap between office and on-site operations
- Built and assembled teams, ensuring individuals were placed in roles that capitalised on their strengths and abilities
- Established a set of company principles that provided a clear framework for employees to align their actions with the organisation’s values, vision, and goals
- Networked with suppliers to regularly refine supply chain pricing
- Oversaw the company’s HR functions and collaborated with recruitment sectors to identify, attract, and secure candidates with the essential skills for the role
Project Manager
Kleev Homes
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Successfully managed eight concurrent building projects valued between $1M - $5M, overseeing all aspects from inception to completion
- Responsibilities included: Full lifetime involvement from tender to completion
- Total Procurement of the build, including all variations, Provisional Sum/Prime Cost items
- Contract risk mitigation
- Cross-checking trade quotes against plans and specifications
- Project scheduling and coordination of trades and materials
- Onsite problem-solving of technical building issues
- Organised building permits and external consultants where required
- Liaised with building inspectors, engineers, consultants, clients, trades, and councils
- Managing budgets and forecasts
- Confirm the day-to-day decisions with the foreman on site
Site Supervisor
Kleev Homes
01.2013 - 01.2017
- I undertook on-site supervision for 2 - 4 architecturally designed projects valued between 1 - 3 million and handing each project over before scheduled completion dates
- Responsibilities included: Managing build budgets varying between $1M - $3M
- Liaised with building inspectors, engineers, consultants, clients, trades, and councils
- Managing sites – including estimating for materials, sourcing and programming trades, scheduling and quality control
- Maintaining OH&S procedures and inductions
- Building strong professional relationships by focusing on clear communication
Owner and Licenced Builder
BMC Constructions
01.2009 - 01.2013
- As a licensed builder, I managed my own construction business, overseeing project delivery, client relations, budgeting, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and compliance to ensure high-quality residential extensions and renovations
Site Supervisor
Kleev Homes
01.2007 - 01.2009
- As a Site Supervisor at Kleev Homes, I managed multiple architectural projects under $1M, overseeing construction, coordination, and site operations
- Responsibilities included: Supervising construction work and coordinating trades
- Engaging in hands-on building tasks
- Estimating project requirements and ordering building materials
- Maintaining regular communication with clients, addressing timeframes and changes
- Facilitating the arrangement of quotes from suppliers and contractors
Apprentice- Brick and block laying
LCK Bricklaying
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Gained hands-on experience in commercial and residential construction, including retaining walls and core-filled brick/blockwork
- My apprenticeship provided a strong foundation in footings, construction methods, practical skills, teamwork, and project staging
Education
Registered Building Practitioner- Unlimited -
Victorian Building Authority
01.2020
Bachelor of Social Work - High Distinction
Deakin University
01.2012
Certificate 4 - 3477SA
Building And Contruction
01.2007
Certificate 3 - Apprenticeship in Brick & Block Laying
General Construction
01.2006
VCE -
01.2005
Skills
- Business Process Analysis
- Workflow Management
- Document Control
- Operations Management
Timeline
Business Analyst
Elite Mechanical Solutions
06.2023 - 10.2023
Operations Manager
H&B Fencing & Gates
01.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Kleev Homes
01.2022 - 06.2023
Project Manager
Kleev Homes
01.2017 - 01.2022
Site Supervisor
Kleev Homes
01.2013 - 01.2017
Owner and Licenced Builder
BMC Constructions
01.2009 - 01.2013
Site Supervisor
Kleev Homes
01.2007 - 01.2009
Apprentice- Brick and block laying
LCK Bricklaying
01.2004 - 01.2007
Certificate 3 - Apprenticeship in Brick & Block Laying
General Construction
Registered Building Practitioner- Unlimited -
Victorian Building Authority
Bachelor of Social Work - High Distinction
Deakin University
Certificate 4 - 3477SA
Building And Contruction
VCE -
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