Seasoned Senior Project Manager with a proven track record in the retail development and construction sector. Proficient in retail design and delivery, program management, cost projection, and effective oversight of contractors and shopfitters. Demonstrates strong communication skills, ensuring clear and precise reporting to all development and project stakeholders
• Coordinated logistics for a variety of events, ensuring all elements were in place for successful execution.
• Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, sponsors, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery.
Principal - March 2020 - December 2022
• Team management - Delivery managers, design mangers, project coordinators.
• Performance management of staff
• Resource forecasting and budgeting.
• Business development
• Training and staff development
Senior Retail Delivery Manager - May 2014 - December 2022
• Stakeholder management - Internal & External
• Retail delivery project plans
• Category One costs projections
• Ensure all design and documentation obligations are met
• Category One design, tender, engage, close out.
• Overall team collaboration - Asset, leasing, development.
• Implementation of lessor guidelines and internal process.
• Shopfitter documentation review and approval
• Shopfitter on site management
• Authority approval process management
Project / Development History:
- Wollongong Central - NSW - GPT Group - 86 Tenancies
- Charlestown Square - NSW - GPT Group - 76 Tenancies
- Australia Square - NSW - GPT / Dexus - 12 F&B Tenancies
- Casuarina Square- NT - GPT Group - Entertainment & Leisure Precinct
- Top Ryde City - NSW - Blackstone / 151 Property - Fresh Food Mall
- MLC Centre - NSW - GPT - QIC - Food Court Redevelopment
- Australian National University - ACT - Colony6 - 52 Tenancies
- Loftus Lane - NSW - AMP - Retail Programming & Retail Consultancy.
- Quay Quarter Tower - NSW - AMP - Retail Programming & Retail Consultancy.
- MLC Centre Stage 2 - NSW - Dexus - High-end F&B & Luxury Fashion
- Westpoint Blacktown - NSW - QIC - 21 Tenancies
• Developed business development plan and executed successfully.
• Mentor, coach and educate sales team to proactively identify market opportunities
• Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectation.
• Financial forecasting with P&L responsibility.
• Concept and presentation development
• Successfully managed multiple fitout projects ranging from retail to commercial spaces.
• Implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in a reduction in project expenditures without compromising quality.
• Developed and maintained project programs using tools such as Microsoft Project, ensuring timely project delivery.
• Coordinated with architects, contractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conducted regular project meetings to update stakeholders on project progress and address any issues promptly.
• Led a team of project coordinators and site managers, providing guidance and support to achieve project goals.
• Led the successful fitout of a multiple projects, achieving cost savings and completing the project ahead of schedule.
• Implemented innovative solutions in projects that resulted in improvement in project efficiency and client satisfaction.