Joe Sainsbury
Summary
With over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, I have gained valuable expertise in residential and commercial projects. I possess a proven ability to oversee all aspects of a project, from initiation, planning, and construction to handover and project closure. My excellent interpersonal and communication skills enable me to liaise effectively with stakeholders to ensure a smooth delivery.
My extensive experience has enabled me to build strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and colleagues. This helps me identify and mitigate potential risks early on, ensuring the successful delivery of the project to the client. I am considered a knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver, always attentive to detail and committed to coordinating projects, programs, and improvements to forward company objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
St Hilliers
10.2022 - 03.2024
- EST07007 Randwick Barracks - $5 million | Construct only| Department of Defence | Randwick NSW
- This project involved Internal and External Work.
- Refurbishments and upgrades for Buildings 151, 152 & 156 to achieve the required level of compliance and function for building stakeholders via three stages.
- The work encompasses a wide range of tasks, including hazmat remediation, demolition, and the installation of new hydraulic, electrical, and dry fire systems throughout each facility, as well as new fire-rated ceiling systems throughout each level 1 unit.
- Waterproofing & Tiling systems and the installation of new sanitary fixtures, and new solar hot water systems throughout.
- The refurbishment of bedrooms included supplying new joinery, new paint systems for all walls, ceilings, internal doors, door and window frames, and new window furnishings.
- New Electrical fixtures and flooring finishes throughout.
- Significant upgrades to the site-wide fire services, including new hydrant boosters in compliance with FRNSW operational and access requirements.
Site Manager
St Hillier's
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Monaro High School, NSW 2021 - $43 million | Design & Construct | NSW Department of Education | Monaro High School
- This project was Delivered over a 16-month construction period.
- This project's scope was extensive, involving the demolition of four existing buildings to pave the way for the construction of an Innovation Hub, a Performing Arts Centre, a Food and Textiles Technology Building, and a New Special Education/ General Learning Area Building.
- Several existing buildings underwent significant refurbishments.
- New car park, recreation facilities, significant landscaping, and external works.
- Electrical Infrastructure included decommissioning the site's substation, replacing HV/LV power poles, and constructing a new substation.
- The works were delivered while the school remained operational.
Site Manager
St Hilliers
01.2020 - 05.2021
- St Ives High School, NSW 2020 - $14 million | Design & Construct | NSW Department of Education | St Ives, NSW
- This project was completed in two stages while the school remained operational. The first stage involved finalizing the design, demolishing the existing outdoor sports center, sports court, and associated pedestrian pathways, removing trees, and site preparation to construct a new indoor multi-use sports center covering an area of 3500m2.
- The sports center features two full-size indoor basketball courts with sprung timber flooring, line marking, and sporting equipment for volleyball, netball, and badminton. It includes new storage areas, three general learning spaces on level 1, a fitness lab, and a semi-commercial kitchen. External work was also carried out, including in-ground OSD and rainwater tanks, a new diesel fire pump, a new car park, and associated landscaping.
- The project's second stage involved demolishing an existing building, remediating the site, constructing new external basketball and netball courts, and landscaping.
Site Manager
St Hilliers
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Site Manager | Suite of EWP MEWC-1 2014 Projects (VT11469, VT11476, VT11468, EST01355) | St Hilliers - $27.59 million | Department of Defence | Construct Only | Simpson Barracks VIC
- These projects involved the refurbishment and remediation of several buildings across Simpson Barracks Watsonia, including internal and external painting of building areas, supply of new energy-efficient lighting to replace existing lighting, repair/replacement of gutters, downpipes, spoon drains, stormwater pipes, and timber fascia boards where required, repair/refurbishment of ablutions as needed, replace existing carpet and vinyl flooring, repair/refurbishment of existing kitchenette areas, switchboard upgrades, and HVAC upgrades.
Site Manager
St Hilliers
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Site Manager | Ingleburn High School | St Hillier's - $7 million | Design & Construct | NSW Department of Education | Ingleburn, NSW
- This project delivered ten new classrooms to NSW Department of Education.
- Works included demolishing existing buildings, clearing site, and building new access roads and parking spaces, new substation, 10 General learning spaces, and male and female ablutions.
- Coordinated and programmed subcontractors, ensuring their work aligned with project timeline and quality standards.
- Managed all site safety and OHS, troubleshot design challenges, and staff management to fulfill project requirements.
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
Site Foreman
JAM Construction
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Site Foreman | Various Residential, Renovations and Commercial Projects | JAM Construction - Up to $11 million | Design & Construct | Various Residential Builds and Renovations and Commercial Projects| QLD
- Over the years of employment, projects involved the construction of a 13-townhouse development, 27 townhouse development, construction and renovation of multiple residential homes and renovation of multiple commercial tenancies
- Duties involved coordination and programming of subcontractors, lead carpentry and apprentice management, processing Invoices, troubleshooting design challenges, defect control, trade procurement, variation pricing, code compliance, and consultant management.
Leading Hand
Woollam Constructions
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Leading Hand | Brisbane Airport | Woollam Constructions - $7 million | Construct | HERTZ Car Return Facility
- Construction of commercial facility inclusive of hydraulic and mechanical equipment
- Duties involved head of carpentry during structural and finishing stages, apprentice management and defects management.
Apprentice Carpenter
ALL Trades QLD
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Apprentice Carpenter | Various | ALL Trades QLD - $7 million | Construct | HERTZ Car Return Facility
- Carpentry services for multiple residential homes and renovation projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Augustine's College
Cairns, QLD2007
Skills
- Strong construction knowledge
- Ability to implement, monitor and action QA, OH&S and environmental management systems
- Ability to liaise and negotiate at all levels
- Proven effective team member
- Ability to develop standing relationships with vested stakeholders through open and honest dialogue
- Proven to be hardworking and enthusiastic team member with result-driven and practical attitude
- Coordinate all project activities and reporting
- Assign works and responsibilities to site teams responsible for various Stages of Works
- Problem-solving, identifying obstacles, and implementing effective strategies that lead to improved outcomes
- Effective planning and Coordination of project stakeholders to achieve goals and meet requirements at all levels
- Design resolution, strong understanding on building codes, & standards and the construction process
- Effective communication and leadership that promotes team environment and development
- Honest and trustworthy in dealing with all project stakeholders and implementing transparent and knowledgeable approaches to address project challenges, facilitating ongoing collaboration at all levels
- Safety, diligence, and strong core values toward maintaining clean, safe, and productive sites
References
- Greg Malenstein, Builder / Director, Jordi Construct Pty Ltd, 0408 458 492
- Tim McCan, (Former) National Construction Manager, St Hillier Pty Ltd, 0413 619 949
- Brant Wood, (Former) General Manager, St Hilliers Pty Ltd, 0417 773 122
Timeline
Project Manager
St Hilliers
10.2022 - 03.2024
Site Manager
St Hillier's
06.2021 - 10.2022
Site Manager
St Hilliers
01.2020 - 05.2021
Site Manager
St Hilliers
04.2019 - 01.2020
Site Manager
St Hilliers
03.2018 - 04.2019
Site Foreman
JAM Construction
01.2013 - 01.2018
Leading Hand
Woollam Constructions
01.2012 - 01.2013
Apprentice Carpenter
ALL Trades QLD
01.2008 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
St Augustine's College
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