Jason Galea
Project Lead- Victoria & Tasmania
Cockatoo,VIC
Summary
Experienced Project Lead with over 15 years in civil infrastructure, specializing in water and sewage systems. Proven success in managing large-scale projects, leading teams, and delivering high-value tenders. Currently leading major infrastructure projects across Victoria and Tasmania at Viadux (Reece Group), with a strong focus on technical specification, stakeholder alignment, commercial negotiations, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement. I am passionate about civil infrastructure projects, and the possibility of contributing to Greater Western Water’s $3 billion Major Infrastructure Program Delivery. I feel I strongly align with the vision for Thriving People and Country. I am highly flexible, currently working from home and travelling across the state as required.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Project Lead – Waterworks (Victoria & Tasmania)
Viadux (Reece Group)
02.2021 - Current
- Delivered major civil infrastructure projects across Victoria and Tasmania from tender through to end of DLP, contributing to over $10 million in successful project outcomes.
- Led tender development aligned with client and compliance requirements, achieving a win rate of more than 35% across submissions.
- Provided technical oversight and coaching to project teams, improving delivery efficiency and reducing rework.
- Maintained CRM (Salesforce) data integrity by designing custom reports and dashboards, enhancing reporting accuracy and stakeholder visibility.
- Ensured project delivery remained consistent with organizational strategy, supporting long-term business growth and operational efficiency.
- Produced detailed reporting on local content, industry development plans, and social procurement, supporting compliance and stakeholder engagement.
- Developed custom software tools that improved project management and material take-off efficiency, reducing manual processing time by 15 hours/week.
- Managed payment claims and financial documentation, ensuring timely processing and compliance with contract terms.
- Evaluated newly advertised tenders for strategic alignment with Viadux’s commercial objectives, enabling more targeted bidding and improved return on proposal efforts.
Branch Manager- Reece Civil- Doveton & Carrum Down
Reece Group
03.2018 - 02.2021
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
- Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
Assistant Manager- Ringwood, Mulgrave & Doveton
Reece Group
12.2009 - 02.2018
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Counter Salesperson
Reece Group
09.2008 - 12.2009
- Delivered exceptional customer experiences by actively listening to needs, offering tailored solutions, and following up on inquiries or concerns promptly.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized service and product recommendations.
Education
Mini MBA - Business Administration
Australian Institute Of Management
Melbourne, Australia 04.2001 -
Certificate IV in Leadership And Management - Organizational Leadership
Power Up Learning
Melbourne, Australia 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Bayswater Secondary College
Bayswater, Australia 04.2001 -
Skills
End-to-end major infrastructure program delivery
Accomplishments
- Completed the Colac to Birregurra main (19km of PE pipe) on time and within budget, despite constant variations and design changes.
- Delivered two major packages for John Holland at the Western Treatment Plant (RRRC), managing multiple material types, tight deadlines, numerous variations, design changes, and challenging site conditions.
- Successfully delivered Southern Rural Water Werribee Irrigation District Stages 4 & 5 on time and within budget. On time program delivery was crucial on this project, as water was required to remain online during certain periods throughout the project.
- Successfully tender, managed and delivered both the Doncaster Road and Estelle Street Sewer main diversions for the North East Link project, navigating some complex commercial and technical requirements.
- Played a key role in securing the Hobson’s Bay Main Sewer project. This particular project presented many environmental, site and stakeholder challenges, and required us to leverage Viadux’s supply partners to come up with some innovative solutions to some particularly difficult engineering challenges.
Timeline
Project Lead – Waterworks (Victoria & Tasmania)
Viadux (Reece Group)
02.2021 - Current
Branch Manager- Reece Civil- Doveton & Carrum Down
Reece Group
03.2018 - 02.2021
Assistant Manager- Ringwood, Mulgrave & Doveton
Reece Group
12.2009 - 02.2018
Counter Salesperson
Reece Group
09.2008 - 12.2009
Mini MBA - Business Administration
Australian Institute Of Management
04.2001 -
Certificate IV in Leadership And Management - Organizational Leadership
Power Up Learning
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Bayswater Secondary College
04.2001 -