Dayne Sigvertsen
Construction Management
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Experienced Construction Supervisor proficient in managing Facilities and Construction operations with exceptional team supervision, project coordination and analytical problem-solving skills. Optimizes resource use to achieve challenging targets. Diplomatic in resolving disputes and coordinating diverse teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Supervisor - Trade Superintendent
Tradestaff Global/Canstruct International
Auckland
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinated required inspections with local jurisdictions to identify and quickly resolve any code concerns.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Engaged in value engineering sessions in order to obtain best price without sacrificing quality.
- Identified and reviewed proposed change order requests.
- Priced and packaged relevant information for variation requests
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Stayed up to date on Australian and New Zealand Health and Safety standards and local safety guidelines for all work, and correctly reported incidents to supervisors.
- Managed and oversaw the completion of 13 large projects between 2020 and 2022
- Trained general contractors on company protocol and led quality assurance initiatives, maintaining high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Analyzed project plans and specifications to identify exact number of staff needed to complete projects.
- Initiated onsite safety programs and properly trained team members to decrease incidents and injuries.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays, causes and justifications.
- Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Compiled completion documentation for submitting to local jurisdiction
Construction Supervisor
Tradestaff Global/Canstruct International
Auckland
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained safe practices and operated within budget constraints by training construction workers on best practices and established protocols.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Completed accurate material and labor estimates for jobs ranging from small to large budgets.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Reduced excess spending by effectively utilizing given resources.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Implemented emergency programs to eliminate obstacles to success.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Reported quality of performance on site to site construction managers.
- Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress, tracking lead times and testing work to achieve quality control specifications.
- Sustained safety protocols, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling and usage of equipment and materials.
Owner/Director of Construction
Revival Building Ltd
Auckland
02.2014 - 10.2020
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Regularly priced jobs ranging from small residential to multi million dollar commercial projects
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Managed large budgets, ensuring suppliers, employees and contractors were paid on time.
Construction Forman
Miniscus Ltd
Auckland
02.2011 - 02.2014
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Oversaw employee attendance record.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Studied and interpreted plans and specifications to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
- Maintained heavy equipment, tools and machinery.
- Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
- Inspected work for compliance with applicable regulations and job specifications.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Verified completed projects, met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Communicated daily with clients to keep project fully operational.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
Leading Hand Carpenter
Cue Developments
London
03.2008 - 10.2011
- Constructed 14 custom built designs according to specifications.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Reduced materials wastage by taking accurate measurements.
- Offered valuable suggestions to clients' remodel needs.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Read and effectively used truss-roof prints to cut and set roofs accordingly.
- Cut and installed insulation for residential and commercial buildings.
- Fabricated custom furniture, shelving and cabinets and installed in specified locations.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
Apprentice to Journeyman Carpenter
D Sigvertsen Builders Ltd
Auckland
02.2003 - 02.2008
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Organized project work by reading plans and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Led garages, residential homes and addition projects to completion.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools and required assistance.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Read and effectively used truss-roof prints to cut and set roofs accordingly.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Repaired roofs and flooring and remodeled bathrooms and kitchens to complete dozens of projects.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Cut and installed insulation for residential and commercial buildings.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
Hammer Hand/Laborer
KPA Construction Ltd
Franklin
02.2002 - 02.2003
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Adhered to company policies, safety procedures and performance standards.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Learnt the basics of house construction.
Education
National Certificate in Carpentry - Carpentry
Correspondence
Auckland, AUK10.2007
High School Diploma -
Waiuku College
Waiuku, AUK12.2002
Skills
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Problem Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Production Optimization
- Team Leadership
- Procedure Planning
- Decision Making
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Supply Ordering
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Worker Supervision
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Materials and labour Estimation
- Risk Management
- Quality Assurance
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Facilities Maintenance
- Time Management
- Willingness and ability to Learn
- Administration and Management
- Site Inspection
- Project Management
- High Stress Tolerance
- Employee Motivation
- Customer Relations
- Word Processing
- Excel Literate
- Mex Construction Management Software
Timeline
Construction Supervisor - Trade Superintendent
Tradestaff Global/Canstruct International
08.2021 - Current
Construction Supervisor
Tradestaff Global/Canstruct International
08.2021 - 06.2022
Owner/Director of Construction
Revival Building Ltd
02.2014 - 10.2020
Construction Forman
Miniscus Ltd
02.2011 - 02.2014
Leading Hand Carpenter
Cue Developments
03.2008 - 10.2011
Apprentice to Journeyman Carpenter
D Sigvertsen Builders Ltd
02.2003 - 02.2008
Hammer Hand/Laborer
KPA Construction Ltd
02.2002 - 02.2003
National Certificate in Carpentry - Carpentry
Correspondence
High School Diploma -
Waiuku College