Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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James Mcleod

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction Manager

Linktech Telecom
01.2022 - Current
  • Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
  • Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
  • Collaborated closely with clients to ensure project objectives were met, maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
  • Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Kept sites compliant with OHAS, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm fair pricing and quality service.
  • Coordinated permit acquisition and ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements throughout each stage of construction.
  • Mentored junior staff members in various aspects of construction management, fostering professional growth within the team.

Project Manager

Linktech Telcom
01.2022 - Current

Back up project manger for multiple projects - Aussie Broadband, SuperLoop , Telstra ARCW , NextHop.

  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.

Fire Warden

Linktech Telcom
01.2019 - Current
  • Managed an inventory of essential firefighting tools, ensuring timely replacement or repair as needed.
  • Enhanced building evacuation efficiency with well-organized routes and clear signage.
  • Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep this includes test and tag.


Civil & Hauling Manager

Linktech Telcom
01.2018 - Current
  • Managed day to day activities for both Civil & Hauling departments.
  • Constructed all job packs for both Civil and Hauling daily.
  • Managed all service and repairs to all vehicles and Plant.
  • Managed all material stock.
  • Point of call for all construction issues for both departments.
  • Point of call for all construction issues for both departments.
  • scheduled all works or both Civil & hauling
  • Scheduled and booked all required training Competencies
  • Conducted both interviews and termination meetings for both departments.

Project coordinator

Linktech Telecom
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
  • Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
  • Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
  • Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.

Team leader Field

Linktech Telecom
06.2016 - 01.2018
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
  • Reviewed, implemented and updated company records related to team activities for future reference.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee.

Labourer/Operator

Who Group Recruitment Pty Ltd
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Supported team members by sharing knowledge of proper tool usage, safety procedures, and other essential skills for job success.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.

2IC to Contractor Roof Tiler

Get Up There Roofing Pty Ltd
09.2012 - 08.2015
  • Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
  • Mentored junior staff members in industry best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.

NBN Rollout Shepparton/Ballarat

Austin Contracting
01.2010 - 09.2012
  • Installation of Network Pits.
  • Installation of Network extension.
  • Rectified blockages
  • Completed reinstatement to local council standards.
  • Compliant with HSE standards

2IC to General Manager

Rockscapes Garden and Nursery Pty Ltd
07.2006 - 01.2010
  • Managed service & repair's to all plant
  • Operated all heavy plant
  • Participated in the construction of dwelling prior opening.
  • Participated in sales and delivery.

Labourer

MC Labour Hire Pty Ltd
01.2005 - 06.2006
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
  • Dug trenches, ditches and holes to allow for utility, water and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.

Electrician

Power Points Plus Pty Ltd
11.2003 - 01.2005
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.

PreDelivery Coordinator

Penfold Motors Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 11.2003
  • Installation of aftermarket parts.
  • Details new and used vehicle via method of cut and polish.
  • Inspect new vehicles for defects and report to management.
  • Manage materials within the detailing department.

Education

RII30809 Certificate III IN Civil Construction Plant Operations, Work safely and follow OHS procedures, Carry out measurements and calculations, Identify, locate and protect underground services., Read and interpret plans and specifications, Skid Steer loader operations, Backhoe/loader operations, Excavator operations, Roller operations, Wheeled front end loader operations, Dozer operations -

Foresite Training & Licensing
07.2024

Certificate III in Electro technology Systems Electrician, Drawings and diagrams of electrical work, Circuit development, Lighting, Electrical wiring equipment 1&2, Applied Electricity 1-5 -

Swinburne Tafe
01.2005

Successfully Completed VCE, Music Industry Skills, English, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Sport -

Highvale Secondary College
12.2001

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Explorer
  • Competent With Computers Problem solving
  • Ability to learn quickly and receptive to new concepts within the workplace
  • Capable of adapting to new situations
  • Self-starter
  • Team player
  • Keen to learn new skills and increase personal competencies
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Enthusiastic, efficient, helpful, responsible, patient

Certification

  • Occupational Health and Safety (Red Card)
  • Certificate III in Automotive Sales
  • Certificate II Apply First Aid
  • Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID009
  • Provide Basic Emergency Life Support HLTAID002
  • Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HLTAID001
  • Confined Space
  • Gas Test Atmospheres MSMWHS217
  • Issue work permits MSMPER300
  • Enter and work in confined spaces RIIWHS202D
  • Work in accordance with an issued permit MSMPER200
  • Remove ACM & Supervise ACM removal.
  • Remove non Friable Asbestos CPCCDE3014A
  • Supervise asbestos removal CPCCBC4051A
  • Spotters
  • Observe for the safe operation of plant and equipment around overhead and underground assets VU21936
  • Traffic Management
  • Implement traffic management plan RIIWHS302D
  • Control Traffic with stop slow bat RIIWHS205D
  • Fire Warden Training
  • Conduct routine inspections and testing of fire extinguishers and fire blankets CPPFES2020A
  • Telstra tunnel awareness
  • Silica awareness FGXX1NNKOA
  • Manual handling 50503
  • Certificate II Follow Occupational Health & safety Procedures
  • Certificate II Rail Infrastructure 7 core Unit
  • Nationally Assessed Plant Operator OHS Card equipment classes, Front end loader, Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer Bobcat, Manitou,Roller
  • Forklift Licence LF
  • Licence to operate a Forklift Truck TLILIC2001
  • Certificate III in civil Construction
  • WORK SAFELY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

CPCCOHS1001A)

  • APPLY BASIC LEVELLING PROCEDURES

(CPCCCM2006B)

  • CARRY OUT BASIC LEVELLING

(RIICCM208D)

  • SPREAD AND COMPACT MATERIALS MANUALLY

(RIICCM207D)

  • CARRY OUT MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS

(CPCCCM1015A)

  • CARRY OUT MEASUREMENTS AND CALCULATIONS

(RIICCM201D)

  • ERECT AND DISMANTLE FORMWORK FOR FOOTINGS AND SLABS ON GROUND

(CPCCCA2003A)

  • PREPARE SURFACES

(CPCCSH2001A)

  • WORK EFFECTIVELY AND SUSTAINABLY IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

(CPCCCM1012A)

  • OPERATE SMALL PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

(RIISAM204D)

  • PLAN AND ORGANISE WORK

(CPCCCM1013A)

  • READ AND INTERPRET PLANS AND JOB SPECIFICATIONS

(RIICCM203D)

  • DRAIN AND DEWATER CIVIL CONSTRUCTION SITE

(RIIWMG203D)

  • CARRY OUT MANUAL EXCAVATION

(RIICCM205D)

  • IDENTIFY, LOCATE AND PROTECT UNDERGROUND SERVICES

(RIICCM202D)

  • SUPPORT PLANT OPERATIONS

(RIICCM206D)

  • CONDUCT CIVIL CONSTRUCTION EXCAVATOR OPERATIONS

(RIIMPO320D)

  • CONDUCT ROLLER OPERATIONS

(RIIMPO317D)

  • APPLY OHS REQUIREMENTS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

(CPCCOHS2001A)

  • COMMUNICATE IN THE WORKPLACE

(RIICOM201D)

  • CONDUCT WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION

(CPCCCM1014A)

  • WORK SAFELY AND FOLLOW WHS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

(RIIWHS201D)

















Timeline

Construction Manager

Linktech Telecom
01.2022 - Current

Project Manager

Linktech Telcom
01.2022 - Current

Fire Warden

Linktech Telcom
01.2019 - Current

Civil & Hauling Manager

Linktech Telcom
01.2018 - Current

Project coordinator

Linktech Telecom
01.2018 - 01.2020

Team leader Field

Linktech Telecom
06.2016 - 01.2018

Labourer/Operator

Who Group Recruitment Pty Ltd
08.2015 - 06.2016

2IC to Contractor Roof Tiler

Get Up There Roofing Pty Ltd
09.2012 - 08.2015

NBN Rollout Shepparton/Ballarat

Austin Contracting
01.2010 - 09.2012

2IC to General Manager

Rockscapes Garden and Nursery Pty Ltd
07.2006 - 01.2010

Labourer

MC Labour Hire Pty Ltd
01.2005 - 06.2006

Electrician

Power Points Plus Pty Ltd
11.2003 - 01.2005

PreDelivery Coordinator

Penfold Motors Pty Ltd
01.2001 - 11.2003

RII30809 Certificate III IN Civil Construction Plant Operations, Work safely and follow OHS procedures, Carry out measurements and calculations, Identify, locate and protect underground services., Read and interpret plans and specifications, Skid Steer loader operations, Backhoe/loader operations, Excavator operations, Roller operations, Wheeled front end loader operations, Dozer operations -

Foresite Training & Licensing

Certificate III in Electro technology Systems Electrician, Drawings and diagrams of electrical work, Circuit development, Lighting, Electrical wiring equipment 1&2, Applied Electricity 1-5 -

Swinburne Tafe

Successfully Completed VCE, Music Industry Skills, English, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Sport -

Highvale Secondary College
James Mcleod