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Dane Morasso

Cronulla

Summary

Experienced Site Operations Manager with over 10 years in the construction industry, adept at overseeing large-scale projects from inception to completion. Proven track record in managing site operations, ensuring safety compliance and delivering projects on time and within budget. Skilled in team leadership, resource allocation and problem solving with a strong focus on quality and client satisfaction. Exceptional ability to coordinate with various stakeholders, streamline processes and implement efficient operational strategies. Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment and continuously improving site operations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Operations Manager

APS Build
01.2025 - Current
  • Overseeing all of APS Build's construction operations
  • Review pre and post tender methodologies, programs and scopes of works to ensure compliance prior to construction and identify potential risks
  • Resource management for the on site delivery team including recruitment and performance management
  • Helping APS Build in gaining ISO accreditation
  • Ensuring safety and compliance across all APS Build construction sites
  • Effectively manage a team of up to 12 site managers, carpenters and leading hands
  • Roll out the implementation of Procore and 1Breadcrumb across the delivery
  • Onboarding and manage new and existing subcontractors

Senior Project Manager (Contract)

Valen Project Services
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Manage multiple Class 2 remedial projects from tender through to delivery
  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
  • Directly managed a team of 10 project managers and contract administrators
  • Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.

Site Operations Manager

Project One Group
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • Overseeing all of Project One’s construction operations
  • Review pre and post tender methodologies, programs and scopes of works to ensure compliance prior to construction and identify potential risks
  • Resource management for the on site delivery team including recruitment and performance management
  • Ensuring Project One maintain all CM3 and ISO accreditation
  • Generating and maintaining the onsite delivery budget for each financial year.
  • Maintaining the “One Care” program by visiting all clients and stakeholders within the 1 year DLP period
  • Ensuring safety and compliance across 24 live projects
  • Effectively managed a team of up to 20 site managers including contract site managers


Site Manager

MPA Construction Group Pty Ltd
01.2021 - 04.2022
  • Projects Completed:
  • AMPC 255 George Street Building Upgrade, Levels G,3,6,9,17-29
  • Project Value $100m
  • Multi level demo, make good, fitout and rebuild of base building amenities and central plant upgrade
  • AXA Investment Managers fitout, Level 29 255 George Street Project
  • Value $2.2m
  • 700sqm Head Office fitout
  • AXA Spec Fitout, Levels 10 & 12 10 Barrack Street Project
  • Value $4m
  • 2 Level spec fitout, 700sqm each floor of high level finishes
  • Ability to run large scale fitouts and construction projects within short time constraints
  • Advanced Procore skills
  • Proficient Jobpac skills including issuing variations, purchase orders, subcontracts, uploading budgets, CPT
  • Contract negotiating, Contract letting, procurement, financially controlling each job I undertook and conducting PCG meetings

Site Manager Contracts Administrator

Intenma Pty Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Projects Completed:
  • Bird And Bird Services, Levels 21 & 22 MLC Centre | Project Value $3.5m 2
  • Level fitout
  • Over 2500sqm of corporate office space
  • Balfour Street, Chippendale | Project value $15M
  • 4 storey internal demolition
  • Construction of four separate office fit outs
  • Full building services upgrade and construction of new mezzanine level
  • 360 Kent Street, Sydney | Project value $7M
  • 9 storey heritage building, 9 separate internal office fit outs
  • Full building services upgrade and construction of separate bar to the back of the building
  • Hewlett Packard Australia Office | Project value $1.8M 2000sqm corporate office fit out
  • 580 George Street | Project Value $4m
  • Levels 6, 9,16, 19 Make good and two spec fitouts on level 6
  • Ability to run large scale fitouts and construction projects within short time constraints
  • Advanced Procore skills
  • Proficient Jobpac skills including issuing variations, purchase orders, subcontracts, uploading budgets, CPT
  • Contract negotiating, Contract letting, procurement, financially controlling each job I undertook and conducting PCG meetings

Foreman Plumber

FJ Group
02.2014 - 12.2017
  • Participating in client meeting and conducting site visits to gather project information Planning equipment, receiving quotations from vendors, finalising orders and ensuring that the equipment is in line with the quality stipulations
  • Reviewing plans and designs before the commencement of the project
  • Undertaking due measures for meeting and controlling the project’s deadlines
  • Contributing towards commercial maintenance, repairs, rough in and stack-work
  • Identifying contractors, workers and conducting periodic evaluation of the quality of their deliverables
  • Predominantly worked on maintenance and installation of plumbing and piping in large scale residential and commercial projects

Gate Operations Planner

Virgin Australia Airlines
01.2004 - 01.2014
  • Assumed direct responsibility for the leadership and management of 210 staff including roster management and conflict resolution to ensure efficiency and maximize productivity within the fast-paced environment
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of Australia’s second largest airline in one of the biggest and busiest airports
  • Delegated staff to effectively manage a portfolio of commercial and chartered flights Managed day to day occupational health and safety to ensure a safe and compliant work environment
  • Completed recurrent training as needed to develop professional skills of self and team Ensured adequate manpower during peak business hours, prepared rosters and schedules for full time and contractual employees
  • Efficiently managed a matrix of stakeholders ensuring completion of all tasks

Education

Certificate 4 - WH&S

Techskill Academy
Sydney, NSW
01-2025

Diploma - Project Management

College of Adult Learning

OH&S Management - undefined

Virgin Training Centre

Conflict Resolution - undefined

Virgin Training Centre

Certificate III - Plumbing

TAFE NSW
01.2017

HSC - undefined

Endeavour Sports High School
01.2002

Skills

  • Construction Planning
  • Contract Management
  • Vendor Management
  • Procurement
  • Budgeting
  • Cost Control
  • Safety Management
  • Estimation
  • Employee Training
  • Project Management
  • Safety and Compliance

Timeline

Site Operations Manager

APS Build
01.2025 - Current

Senior Project Manager (Contract)

Valen Project Services
08.2024 - 12.2024

Site Operations Manager

Project One Group
04.2022 - 07.2024

Site Manager

MPA Construction Group Pty Ltd
01.2021 - 04.2022

Site Manager Contracts Administrator

Intenma Pty Ltd
12.2018 - 01.2021

Foreman Plumber

FJ Group
02.2014 - 12.2017

Gate Operations Planner

Virgin Australia Airlines
01.2004 - 01.2014

Diploma - Project Management

College of Adult Learning

OH&S Management - undefined

Virgin Training Centre

Conflict Resolution - undefined

Virgin Training Centre

Certificate III - Plumbing

TAFE NSW

HSC - undefined

Endeavour Sports High School

Certificate 4 - WH&S

Techskill Academy
Dane Morasso