Bruce Steele

• Supervised and controlled a team of 180 plumbing/apprentices workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
• Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
• Communicated daily with builders to keep project fully operational.
• Collaborated closely with clients to ensure project objectives were met, maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
• Established a reputation for excellent crisis management skills when unexpected issues arose during construction, quickly developing solutions to minimize project delays.
• Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
• Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
• Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
• Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, leading to efficient collaboration on complex construction projects.
• Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
• Managed procurement processes for timely delivery of materials while minimizing costs, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
• Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
• Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
• Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
• Mentored junior staff members in various aspects of construction management, fostering professional growth within the team.
• Contributed innovative ideas during design phase discussions that led to cost-effective solutions while maintaining desired aesthetic appeal.
• Managed successful construction of multi-million dollar commercial building projects from concept to completion.
• Enhanced team performance through comprehensive training programs targeting skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Negotiated favorable contract terms with clients, ultimately benefitting both parties involved in the project.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
• Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
• Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
• Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
• Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
• Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
• Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.

• Oversaw daily operations of several jobs as leading hand and supervisor, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Jobs included: 469 St Kilda Road, Gas and fuel Taronga Village, Strathmore retirement village, Port Philip Prison, Collage sqaure Apartments, Myer House apts, National Gallery of Victoria,Station Pier, Concept Blue, Berwick Hospital, Melbourne Central shopping center, Williamstown shopping centre, Fed square, Esplanade hotel apts. Holmesglen tafe.

Maintenance plumber on several city buildings