Craig Lam
Builder / Supervisor
Gold Coast,Queensland
Summary
Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated Project Manager offering 20+ years of construction and contracting experience on construction projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthroughs and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on over numerous projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction. Comprehensive experience planning, budgeting, supervising and coordinating various aspects of construction projects. Advanced knowledge of construction management processes paired with familiarity of job-related software. Safety-conscious professional committed to exceeding expectations and maintaining high standards. Results-oriented Construction Manager with outstanding track record of working promptly to complete projects on time and within budget. Extensive experience in residential development, mixed-use projects and multi-family construction. Vast network of industry contacts from design firms to material vendors and fabricators. Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards. Resourceful Construction Professional with experience in corporate construction and commercial projects. Team player with extensive knowledge. Independent multi-tasker to facilitate projects through completion. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Medium Rise Builder Certification
1
1
Auto Body Trades Man
Work History
Company Manager
Rijak Constructions
Gold Coast, QLD
05.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service experience.
- Formulated policies that promote company culture and vision.
- Organized staff meetings, trainings, and team building activities.
- Monitored performance of team members to ensure quality standards are met.
- Assigned tasks and delegated responsibilities to staff accordingly.
- Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
- Analyzed blueprints, specifications and other technical documents to identify potential problems or conflicts.
- Organized meetings between contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to discuss project progress.
- Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
- Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
- Prepared bids on upcoming projects based on estimated costs for labor, materials and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
- Ensured adherence to local building ordinances by reviewing plans prior to beginning work on each project.
- Provided guidance to workers regarding safe operating procedures when using machinery or tools.
- Investigated complaints from clients or members of the public about projects under construction.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors and subcontractors for accuracy before authorizing payment.
- Maintained records of completed jobs including time spent on tasks, materials used and expenses incurred.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of crew members assigned to particular projects.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between contractors over payment amounts or contract terms.
- Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Monitored job sites to analyze problems and recommend and implement solutions.
- Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
- Resolved issues during construction and commissioning phases to maintain tight schedules and budget levels.
- Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
- Developed and coordinated construction schedules to meet or exceed company goals.
- Monitored and assessed schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
- Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
- Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
- Coordinated extensive planning, development of project milestones and budget for complex contracts.
- Assessed and created construction budgets to facilitate approved projects within construction codes.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Resolved labor, design and tool issues during construction projects.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Contracted and supervised workers for various construction jobs.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Eliminated project lags by organizing work-in-progress and delegating tasks.
Company Driector
East Coast Industrial Factories
Sydney, NSW
06.2005 - 03.2012
- Developed and implemented production plans to meet customer demand.
- Analyzed product quality control data to identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment used in the manufacturing process.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of workstations and reported any potential hazards to management.
- Documented all changes made to existing manufacturing processes and communicated updates with relevant personnel.
- Collaborated with engineering staff to develop improved methods for producing products more efficiently.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and ordered additional stock when needed.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues that arose during the manufacturing process.
- Reviewed customer orders and prepared items for shipment according to specifications provided by customers.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations related to health, safety, or environmental standards.
- Inspected finished goods prior to shipment and ensured they met quality standards.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency throughout the entire production cycle.
- Utilized statistical process control techniques to analyze trends in key performance indicators.
- Participated in regular meetings with other departments such as sales, engineering, and purchasing regarding upcoming projects.
- Identified opportunities for continuous improvement within the manufacturing process.
- Evaluated current methods of operation against established best practices guidelines.
- Provided guidance on complex tasks or projects as needed by other team members.
- Coordinated activities between different departments involved in the production process.
- Collaborated with engineering and field service to standardize maintenance procedures and specification edits.
- Performed quality assurance on products and removed faulty or damaged items.
- Adhered to production deadlines and implemented strategies to meet department goals.
- Analyzed product blueprints to obtain correct measurements, parts and specifications.
- Monitored product shipment and resolved delivery discrepancies.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
Auto Body Refinishing Trades Man
Perfect Auto Body
Alexandria , NSW
01.1999 - 03.2003
- Performed repairs on vehicles according to manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
- Assisted in the installation of new body parts, bumpers, doors, windows, fenders and other components.
- Applied primer and paint to vehicle surfaces using spray guns or brushes.
- Filled dents with putty and sanded repaired areas for a smooth finish.
- Inspected vehicle frames for damage and corrosion prior to repair work.
- Removed damaged parts from vehicles using cutting torches or grinders.
- Repaired minor rust damage by welding patches onto existing metal surfaces.
- Mixed paints according to specific color codes and sprayed them onto vehicles bodies.
- Grinded down welds after panel replacements for a seamless look.
- Cleaned vehicle exteriors with solvents before applying primer or paint coats.
- Operated sandblasting equipment to remove old paint from vehicle surfaces.
- Sealed newly painted surfaces with protective clear coat finishes.
- Maintained cleanliness of shop area by sweeping floors daily.
- Reviewed blueprints of car models to ensure accuracy of repairs.
- Took photographs and wrote detailed summaries to document damage.
- Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
- Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
- Used buffing tools to repair dents on vehicle doors and panels.
- Worked according to manufacturers' instructions to determine correct methods for restoring and replacing parts.
- Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
- Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
Kitchen Cook
Mcdonalds
St Marys, NSW
02.1997 - 01.1999
- Cooked meats, fish, vegetables and other foods according to recipes or customer's orders.
- Organized kitchen storage areas to maintain cleanliness and orderliness.
- Followed health and safety standards when handling food items.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colyton High School
St. Mary's, NSW12.1999
Skills
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Contract Management
- Business Development
- Performance Management
- Workforce Management
- Negotiation
- Team Leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Schedule Preparation
- Project Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Staff Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Mathematical calculations
- Budgeting
- Operations management
- Job inspections
- Coaching and mentoring
Accomplishments
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Realized in ongoing effort to boost revenue while reducing costs.
- Drove 10% improvement in profits through aggressive negotiation with suppliers
Certification
- Diploma Of Building and Construction License - 2019
- Certified Builder, Queensland Building & Constructions Commission (QBCC) - 2021
- Certified Auto Body Trade, Perfect auto Body - 2004
- C6 Crane License - 2012
- Heavy Vehicle Multi Combination drivers license License -
- Rigging License - 2016
- Dogging License - 2016
- EWP License - 2016
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Company Manager
Rijak Constructions
05.2014 - Current
Company Driector
East Coast Industrial Factories
06.2005 - 03.2012
Auto Body Refinishing Trades Man
Perfect Auto Body
01.1999 - 03.2003
Kitchen Cook
Mcdonalds
02.1997 - 01.1999
High School Diploma -
Colyton High School
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