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Gaylan Elyas

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Seasoned construction leader with over 9 years of related experience. Competent in crew and subcontractor leadership. My area over expertise is in foundation repair & all round building & construction. Familiar with OHS, Australian standards, NCC & regulations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Blocktech foundations
Melbourne, Vic
03.2020 - Current
  • Created company's mission and vision statements to motivate employees.
  • Prepared/applied for all necessary permits & inspections
  • Worked closely with engineers and builders
  • Interpreted plans and executed the works accordingly
  • Prepared and entered major building contracts
  • Restumped & underpinned structurally unsound homes
  • (Carpentry)Installed brand new subfloors and floors from start to finish
  • Site preparations according to SWMS
  • Working within budgets & hiring licensed tradesmen'
  • Estimated materials and labor requirements to complete jobs within budgetary and timeline requirements.
  • Consulted with design, building and engineering teams to discuss and resolve conflicts effectively.
  • Determined optimal construction requirements and site plans.
  • Managed 5-person crew carrying out Restumping & underpinning work in each build.
  • Supervised subcontractors and kept all work on-schedule
  • Organized and maintained tools and equipment to enhance work efficiency.
  • Compiled job costs to prepare accurate project estimates for management and clients.
  • Verified and corrected problems arising in different areas of building work.

Site Manager

JM Construction
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2019 - 09.2023
  • Site managed & Built homes start to finish
  • Site managed Bathroom, kitchen, laundry & home renovations start finish
  • Applied for all relevant permits
  • Executed jobs accordingly and up to standards
  • Met with building surveyors & engineers to determine and fix arsing problems
  • Used hand tools and power tools to reinforce builds.
  • Adhered to safety requirements by operating equipment and appropriately handling material.
  • Constructed quality structures to meet prescribed time schedules and budgets.
  • Performed daily inspections and other tasks to maintain clean and safe work environment.
  • Maintained inventory by providing accurate count of products.
  • Reported equipment maintenance needs, injuries or mishaps to facilitate follow-up.
  • Inspected job site to authorize payment for various stages of completion.
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Monitored worksite personnel to maintain high levels of quality and performance.
  • Directed site activities to drive smooth operations and achieve quality assurance metrics.
  • Complied with operational standards and OSHA regulations.
  • Maintained safe operating compliance and verified that operations met best practice standards.
  • Inspected and evaluated physical condition of establishment to comply with safety, quality and service requirements.
  • Employed cost management techniques to maintain budget and increase revenue.
  • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project.
  • Retained records of supplies and tools used and tasks performed for each project.
  • Modified plans in response to delays, bad weather or construction site emergencies.
  • Interpreted building drawings and plans and relayed information to team of workers.

Site Manager

Royal Restumping & Underpinning
Victoria
03.2018 - 12.2019
  • Monitored worksite personnel to maintain high levels of quality and performance.
  • Directed site activities to drive smooth operations and achieve quality assurance metrics.
  • Interviewed and hired qualified candidates to fill open staff positions.
  • Complied with operational standards and OSHA regulations.
  • Inspected and evaluated physical condition of establishment to comply with safety, quality and service requirements.
  • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project.
  • Retained records of supplies and tools used and tasks performed for each project.
  • Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Supported production line by signing out and servicing supplies and materials.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to reinforce builds.
  • Adhered to safety requirements by operating equipment and appropriately handling material.
  • Scheduled routine inspections to assess condition of structure.

Leading Hand

Tactics Reblocking
Melbourne, Victoria
01.2015 - 02.2018
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences to provide solutions and facilitate company survival and growth.
  • Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
  • Built strong referral network to generate new business opportunities.
  • Ordered in building materials for specfic jobs
  • On major and simple tools
  • Ran a 3 man crew
  • Excuted jobs in the customers timeframe and budget
  • Dealt with engineers and builders to solve problems and keep jobs moving

Education

Domestic Builders License UNLIMITED -

Victorian Building Authority
Victoria
07.2023

Domestic Builders License (Limited To Restumping & Underpinning) -

Victorian Building Authority
Melbourne
2020

Diploma of Building & Construction (Building) -

Building & Construction Training Australia
Melbbourne
03.2019

Certificate 1&2 in Building & Construction -

Kangan Tafe
Melbourne
08.2015

Year 9 -

Penola Catholic College
Melbourne

Skills

  • Labor oversight
  • Budget oversight
  • Subcontractor leadership
  • Carpentry skills
  • Permit coordination
  • Estimations expertise
  • Materials handling
  • Hand tool operations
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Safety behaviors expertise
  • Planning
  • Multitasking
  • Active listening
  • Teambuilding
  • Leadership
  • Supervision
  • Work ethic
  • Microsoft Office
  • PPE use

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Assyrian
Native/ Bilingual
Chaldean
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

2021's best tradie under 30

Awarded by pedestrian TV & Hipages

Timeline

Director

Blocktech foundations
03.2020 - Current

Site Manager

JM Construction
01.2019 - 09.2023

Site Manager

Royal Restumping & Underpinning
03.2018 - 12.2019

Leading Hand

Tactics Reblocking
01.2015 - 02.2018

Domestic Builders License UNLIMITED -

Victorian Building Authority

Domestic Builders License (Limited To Restumping & Underpinning) -

Victorian Building Authority

Diploma of Building & Construction (Building) -

Building & Construction Training Australia

Certificate 1&2 in Building & Construction -

Kangan Tafe

Year 9 -

Penola Catholic College

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