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Jared Strachan

Penfield Gardens,SA

Summary

Forward-thinking project management specialist confident in leading team members, managing schedules and coordinating resources. Keeps projects on-track with decisive supervision and quick problem-solving. Persuasive in communicating and negotiating with internal team members, vendors and other stakeholders.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Project Engineer

RAA SA EV Project
Mile End, SA
03.2023 - Current
  • Performed electrical engineering design calculations and analysis for projects.
  • Developed and maintained project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
  • Prepared technical reports, drawings, specifications, wiring diagrams and schematics.
  • Conducted site visits to assess existing conditions of electrical systems.
  • Reviewed plans for new construction or renovation projects for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Coordinated with other engineering disciplines to ensure successful completion of the project.
  • Provided technical support to operations staff during commissioning activities.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting complex system issues related to power distribution equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by inspecting installation sites and recommending corrective actions as needed.
  • Collaborated with vendors on product selection for cost efficiency and performance optimization purposes.
  • Managed procurement process from vendor selection through delivery at job site.
  • Monitored progress of projects to ensure timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Resolved discrepancies between design documents and actual field conditions.
  • Evaluated bids from contractors and vendors to determine most cost-effective solutions.
  • Interfaced with clients regarding design changes or schedule adjustments.
  • Provided troubleshooting and analysis for discovered electrical faults, offering potential solutions.
  • Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
  • Oversaw production efforts to guarantee timely and budget-conscious completion.
  • Conducted tests on electrical systems and equipment and reported results.
  • Prepared daily project status updates to inform staff and document project changes.
  • Prepared cost estimates for customers according to services rendered.
  • Met with customers to identify electrical needs and recommended appropriate services and equipment.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to brainstorm ways to improve processes and products.
  • Designed, controlled and installed electrical systems and products.
  • Performed equipment and product maintenance and inspected systems to locate potential malfunctions.

Managing Director

AVE Civil PTY LTD
Woolner, NT
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Attended meetings and site locations to gather data for project work.
  • Supervised execution of contracts and prepared invoices for projects.
  • Worked alongside project engineers to document site inspection findings for integration into construction plans and designs.
  • Projected budgets for engineering projects to provide cost estimates and feasibility data.
  • Responded to contractor RFIs for various types of operations.
  • Delivered consistent support for document controls while reviewing, assessing and providing comments on contract documentation.
  • Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment or labor to determine project feasibility.
  • Managed and directed construction, operations or maintenance activities at project site.
  • Inspected project sites to monitor progress and conform to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
  • Directed engineering activities, driving compliance with environmental, safety or other governmental regulations.

Managing Director

Aus Voltage Electrical PTY LTD
Woolner, NT
01.2016 - 02.2023
  • Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project.
  • Planned, organized and managed crews and subcontractors through expert communication and handling of work orders and purchase orders.
  • Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
  • Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
  • Estimated construction costs accurately, achieving consistent business profits.
  • Built relationships with engineering staff and coordinated with vendors and contractors to align timelines, phases and work to be performed across projects or shutdowns.
  • Implemented quality assurance and safety standards and maintained compliance with construction contract documents and contractor safety program.
  • Negotiated pricing and delivery schedules with vendors, drawing on thorough knowledge of housing industry and building practices.
  • Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
  • Maintained safe work environment with zero accidents or lost work days.
  • Mitigated risk, coordinated plans and updated specifications to maintain safety and OSHA compliance.
  • Reduced employee and subcontractor turnover rate.

Project Manager

Protech Electrical
Darwin, NT
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance and cost efficiency.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
  • Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
  • Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
  • Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
  • Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
  • Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
  • Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
  • Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
  • Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
  • Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
  • Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
  • Reviewed budget and subcontractor estimates in detail and analyzed for accuracy with scope of work relevancy in mind.

Site Manager

LCS Electrical
Sydney, NSW
03.2011 - 01.2014
  • Monitored worksite personnel to maintain high levels of quality and performance.
  • Directed site activities to drive smooth operations and achieve quality assurance metrics.
  • Performed routine audits to maintain inventories, supplies and equipment.
  • Complied with operational standards and OSHA regulations.
  • Maintained safe operating compliance and verified that operations met best practice standards.
  • Maintained payroll data, attendance records and delivered materials to job site on time and in good condition.
  • 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.
  • Coordinated schedules of vendors and service providers to handle diverse operational and supply needs.
  • Motivated and challenged staff to achieve results while offering developmental and educational opportunities.
  • Modified plans in response to delays, bad weather or construction site emergencies.
  • Reduced employee and subcontractor turnover rate.
  • Communicated with local business owners and community members to facilitate use of resources.

Education

Picton High School
Picton, NSW

Electrician

Ultimo Tafe

Cert 4 Training And Assessment

Axiom College

Kempower EV Certified Installer
Adelaide, SA

Electrical Licenses
SA,NT,VIC,ACT,QLD

Skills

  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Team Leadership
  • Quality Assurance
  • Process Improvements
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Supplier Monitoring
  • Records Organization and Management
  • Management Team Building
  • Decision Making
  • Financial Statement Review
  • Training Management
  • Department Oversight
  • Program Optimization
  • Resource Allocation
  • Budget Control
  • Administrative Management
  • Cost Reduction
  • Employee Motivation
  • Operations Oversight
  • Finance and Accounting Oversight
  • Team Collaboration
  • Client Relationships
  • Business Development

Accomplishments

  • Member Experience of the year award finalised RAA 2023

Timeline

Electrical Project Engineer

RAA SA EV Project
03.2023 - Current

Managing Director

AVE Civil PTY LTD
03.2021 - 02.2023

Managing Director

Aus Voltage Electrical PTY LTD
01.2016 - 02.2023

Project Manager

Protech Electrical
01.2014 - 12.2015

Site Manager

LCS Electrical
03.2011 - 01.2014

Picton High School

Electrician

Ultimo Tafe

Cert 4 Training And Assessment

Axiom College

Kempower EV Certified Installer

Electrical Licenses

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