- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Outdoor Recreation
- Music
- Cooking
- Cars
- Attending days at the beach
- Animals
Chris Williams
Doyalson,NSW
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in property inspection and cost estimation at KBA Group. Skilled in project management and multitasking, I excel in delivering accurate assessments and valuations. Demonstrated ability to adapt and learn quickly, ensuring high-quality results and client satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assessor /Cost Estimator
KBA Group
03.2021 - Current
- Documented condition and special features to provide accurate estimations.
- Managed workload effectively by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in all aspects of the assessment process.
- Conducted field inspections to verify property characteristics, noting discrepancies between actual conditions and reported information for accurate assessments.
- Produced reports with detailed valuations.
- Checked previous descriptions, certifications and official documentation against current condition of property.
- Took clear photographs of property for documentation.
- Inspected property thoroughly and detailed condition in writing.
- Conducted detailed site visits to ensure comprehensive understanding of property conditions for accurate assessment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Carpenter
Self Employed
01.2012 - 03.2021
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally while keeping them informed of project progress.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Trades Assistant
Sydney Site Services
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Assisted tradesmen in day to day building repairs.
- Building leak tracking.
- Water proofing.
- Building floor demolitions and make good.
- General carpentry.
- Removal and replacement of ceiling grids.
- Fire proofing and inspections.
- Remedial building repairs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new tasks as assigned by trade professionals or supervisors.
- Fire door installations and hardware.
Concrete and Asphalt Finisher and Installer
Spencer Asphalt
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Removal and replacement of asphalt to driveways and pathways.
- Removal and replacement of asphalt and concrete in schools.
- Operate machinery - Bobcats, excavators, asphalt paving machines, asphalt rollers and compacters.
- Ground preparation and form work.
- Finishing of concrete and asphalt surfaces.
Concrete Installer and Finisher.
Bayliss Concreting Services
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Form work installation for driveways, pathways and house slabs.
- General concrete demolition.
- Ground preparation / footing installation and steel work.
- Concrete finishing and spray on applications.
- Textured concrete installation.
Education
No Degree - Certificate 3 in Carpentry
Ourimbah Campus
Ourimbah, NSW03-2011
Skills
- Property inspections
- Multitasking
- Self motivation
- Project management
- Cost estimation
- Insurance knowledge
- Research skills
- Extensive knowledge of PDS statements for multiple insurers
- Completed hundreds of site forms / assessments and estimations for multiple insurers
- Extensive problem solving and accurate building fault diagnostics
- Leak tracking and diagnostic
- Good computer and wording skills
- Current knowledge of trade and material costing
Accomplishments
- Certificate 3 in carpentry - Completed night school certificate 3 in carpentry - journeyman course, funded by myself.
- Apprentice of the year award
- Fully licenced carpenter.
- Following completion of carpentry certificate started self employed carpentry business that ran a duration of 11 + years.
- Completed multiple kitchens and custom built-ins, decks and patios.
- Onsite cut in timber framing and cut in roofing skills.
- Door and window installation skills.
- Internal finish carpentry and fit out skills.
- Completed multiple renovations and new builds.
- Completed multiple large loss repairs for insurance companies and panel builders to meet tight deadlines and quality control.
- Extensive problem solving and building diagnostic skills.
- Work procurement and extensive quoting skills.
- Attention to detail and pride of workmanship.
- Supervised multiple trades onsite, additional knowledge of other trades working methods and practices.
Certification
- Assessor and estimator 3 to 4 years.
- Certificate 3 in carpentry.
- AFTA flooring training coarse certificate.
- First aid certificate.
- White card.
Interests
Timeline
Assessor /Cost Estimator
KBA Group
03.2021 - Current
Carpenter
Self Employed
01.2012 - 03.2021
Trades Assistant
Sydney Site Services
01.2006 - 01.2011
Concrete and Asphalt Finisher and Installer
Spencer Asphalt
01.2003 - 01.2006
Concrete Installer and Finisher.
Bayliss Concreting Services
01.1998 - 01.2003
No Degree - Certificate 3 in Carpentry
Ourimbah Campus
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