David Dexter
Wanniassa
Summary
Highly experienced Senior Project Director with over 18 years in the industry. Expertise in fostering positive relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including clients. Proven ability to leverage relationships for successful outcomes in dynamic work environments. Resourceful and solutions-oriented mindset, focusing on problem-solving with meticulous attention to detail. Consistently identify key risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure projects meet or surpass time and cost targets. Strong communication skills and extensive commercial and contractual management experience drive innovative solutions for project or program issues without compromising functionality or quality. Eager to apply leadership and management experience to a new and challenging area within the infrastructure sector.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Director
Suburban Land Agency
12.2023 - Current
- Management of all infrastructure construction related activities within the northern zone of the ACT
- Integration of multiple consultants, contractors, and internal staff departments into a single project team
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear milestones, ensuring timely progress and measurable results.
- Selection and implementation of appropriate procurement strategies during the procurement phase and administration of various forms of head contract during the delivery phase
- Identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies, reducing negative impacts on project outcomes.
- Selection, procurement and management of consultant and construction services for the delivery of estates
- Provide guidance and mentoring to staff with a particular focus on construction practices and contract administration of various forms of contract
- Initiated and implemented measures in new construction contracts for improved environmental outcomes
Project Manager
Durack Civil
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Gold Coast
- Delivery of multiple projects across Queensland and New South Wales including:
- Dawson Hwy / Drynan Drive intersection signalization for Transport and Main Roads
- Coombs St Hold the Red Project in Cairns for the Department of Transport and Main Roads
- Three separate packages of work for the Balonne Shire Council in St George and Dirranbandi
- Logan unsealed roads flood restoration package
- Successful tendering of multiple projects prior to execution / delivery
- Gold Coast
Project Director
Suburban Land Agency
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Management of all infrastructure construction related activities within the southern zone of the ACT
- Cultivated a positive work environment, fostering open communication channels and encouraging team members to share ideas for continuous improvement.
- Management of the Whitlam 2 and Whitlam 3 residential estates and related infrastructure from concept estate development plans through to commissioning and final asset acceptance
- Integration of multiple consultants, contractors, and internal staff departments into a single project team
- Inception and delivery of the Whitlam Water Quality Project resulting in positive erosion and sediment control outcomes for the Whitlam estate now planned on being rolled out to future estates
- Selection and implementation of appropriate procurement strategies during the procurement phase and administration of various forms of head contract during the delivery phase
Project Manager
Woden's
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Delivery of the Northern Entry Road Stage 3 Project, the Canberra Light Rail Mitchell Stop and Well Station Drive Park and Ride Facility
- Worked closely with the Operations Manager to ensure optimal resourcing for business wide work in hand
- Successfully negotiated and delivered a significant project variation to offset potential delay costs and maintain a healthy and functional working relationship with the Client
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Produced tender documentation and cost estimate reviews
Project Manager
WBHO Infrastructure
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Delivery of the Old Cooma Road Duplication Stage 2 Project from site establishment through to final asset handover
- Assembled delivery team for the Old Cooma Road Duplication Stage 2 Project from scratch to deliver the project on time and under budget
- Delivered four contractual innovations for the project creating client budget for additional works resulting in vastly superior whole of life outcomes
- Successfully integrated teams to works harmoniously to deliver two discrete projects for separate clients
- Successfully closed out all legacy quality issues on Ellerton Drive Project including non-conformances on 185m incrementally launch bridge structure
Senior Project Engineer
John Holland Group
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Initially responsible for approximately 4km of light rail alignment including all enabling infrastructure upgrades
- Remit grew to entire 7km north zone throughout the duration of the project
- Negotiated alternative occupation arrangements with the Client to allow for more efficient construction of several significant intersections
- Reduced project completion times for increased client satisfaction by consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
- Utilised previous design experience to affect change on the design resulting in a higher quality finished product and more efficient construction practises
- Leveraged previously founded relationships with key stakeholders and authorities to allow ease of construction progress
Project Manager
Group One
02.2015 - 09.2016
- Combination of estimating and tendering work and project management of some bespoke projects, generally for private clients
- Produced high quality tender submissions for government and private clients for civil works ranging in complexity, size, and scale, many of which were winning bids
- Delivered numerous bespoke projects for private clients including the Yass Sales Yards, Casey Market Town and the PARC Developments
- Developed delivery strategies for complex civil projects and successfully mentored site teams through delivery phase to final asset handover
- Mentored project management / engineering staff on residential subdivisions
Project Engineer
Fulton Hogan
11.2012 - 01.2015
- Initially responsible for all utilities relocation and protection works for the new 12km dual carriageway, responsibilities expanded to include remaining earthworks, drainage, pavements, street lighting, traffic signals etc
- Successful relocation and / or protection of all existing utilities, effectively enabling progression of delivery of the main scope of works
- Mitigating the most significant risks to program of works through strategic planning and negotiation with several utility authorities
- Efficiently accepted portions of work from departing staff members allowing for a seamless transition of ownership and continuity of productive work
Project Engineer
BMD Constructions
11.2010 - 11.2012
- Successful delivery of the Kingston Foreshore Stage 4 Medium Density subdivision
- Responsible for all engineering outcomes on the project including civil and structural elements
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Successfully negotiated complex environmental remediation aspects specific to the Kingston Foreshore Precinct
- Relocation of existing 132kV overhead powerlines underground
- Sensitive water quality management due to close proximity to sensitive waterways
Civil Engineer
AECOM
11.2006 - 11.2010
- Assisted the Principal’s Authorised Person / Superintendent in Administering numerous GC21 and AS2124 Contracts including but not limited to:
- Franklin Residential Estate Stages 2 and 3
- Lanyon Drive Duplication Stage 2
- Kingston Foreshore Stage 3
- Assessment of EoT’s
- Responding or facilitation of responses to RFI’s
- Assessment of entitlement to Variations
- Valuations of Variation Claims
- Assessment of Progress Claims
- Design input where appropriate
- Liaison and management of key stakeholders including the Client
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) -
Australian National University
Canberra, ACT11-2007
Skills
- Cost Management - Experienced in budget cost estimates, competitive tender pricing, and ongoing cost monitoring and forecasting
- Leadership - A proactive and effective team leader who works collaboratively to resolve issues and manage key risks
- Project Management - Demonstrated ability to deliver quality civil engineering outcomes on time and under budget
- Programming of projects and programs of work from inception through to handover ensuring timely completion
- Contractual & Commercial Acumen - Extensive and practical experience in the administration of numerous forms of contract
- Procurement – Understanding risks associated with various contractual frameworks and ability to assess risk appropriately to determine the best method of procurement for successful delivery
- Technical civil engineering skills with a focus on value for money solutions and whole of life outcomes
- Proactive approach to positive team culture through inclusiveness of broader project teams
Timeline
Senior Project Director
Suburban Land Agency
12.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Durack Civil
09.2022 - 12.2023
Project Director
Suburban Land Agency
10.2021 - 09.2022
Project Manager
Woden's
10.2020 - 10.2021
Project Manager
WBHO Infrastructure
02.2019 - 10.2020
Senior Project Engineer
John Holland Group
09.2016 - 02.2019
Project Manager
Group One
02.2015 - 09.2016
Project Engineer
Fulton Hogan
11.2012 - 01.2015
Project Engineer
BMD Constructions
11.2010 - 11.2012
Civil Engineer
AECOM
11.2006 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) -
Australian National University
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