Lindsey Thompson
Gilston
Summary
Experienced Building Project Manager with a strong foundation in carpentry. Specialises in residential and commercial projects. Proven track record of successfully completing construction and renovation tasks, consistently delivering high-quality craftsmanship. Recognised for exceptional problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, contributing to project efficiency and excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Mark Waldeck Building
07.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
Project Manager / Carpenter
Pirie Enterprises
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Pirie Enterprises is a company that specialises in Aluminum for buildings
- Aluminium Facades, Fences, Gates, Screens, Balustrades etc
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
- Reduced material waste by precisely measuring, cutting, and assembling lumber for various construction projects.
- Assisted in site preparation and cleanup activities to ensure efficient project workflow and minimize disruptions for clients or other construction teams.
- Increased safety on job sites by diligently following industry best practices and OSHA guidelines during all carpentry tasks.
- Strengthened team collaboration through effective communication and problem-solving skills during complex carpentry projects.
- Also during this time between working on Pirie Projects I have been involved in numerous House renovations
Carpenter
G W Constructions
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Company Overview: GW Constructions is a building company that builds Highrise Apartments
- Framing and ceilings
- Hang doors and install door furniture
- Fix out architrave and skirting boards
- Fit Bathroom furniture
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
- Mentored junior team members to improve their technical skills and enhance overall team performance in completing various carpentry tasks.
- Streamlined construction process, expertly interpreting blueprints and executing plans with precision and attention to detail.
Construction Foreman/Manager
Build Pro Qld
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: Build Pro Qld is a construction company that specializes in renovation & remedial repair to buildings and structures, this involves underpinning, concrete cancer/crack repairs, replacement/reinforcement of beams and other structural members, and more
- The company also looks after the maintenance of several shopping centres
- Coordinating construction or repair work according to priorities and plans
- Producing schedules and monitor attendance of crew
- Allocating general and daily responsibilities
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
- Supervise the use of machinery and equipment
- Monitor expenditure and ensure it remains within budget
- Resolve problems when they arise
- Start and complete jobs
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Finishing Jobs ahead of schedule and well under budget
Project Manager / Fabricator / Carpenter
JHA Australia
05.2005 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: JHA Australia is an Engineering firm that does renovation, remedial building repairs and new construction
- The remedial repairs can include underpinning, land slip control, concrete cancer, structural reinforcement/replacement and other forms of construction - high rise, houses, commercial buildings, bridges etc
- Producing structural beams, brackets and various other items from steel or aluminium
- Design and build testing rigs for various engineering needs
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Allocating general and daily responsibilities
- Guarantee all safety precautions and quality standards are met
- Re-organised and put systems in place for workshop and yard
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Streamlined communication between engineers, onsite workers and fabrication
Owner, Manager
Coastal Floors
02.1993 - 04.2004
- Company Overview: Coastal Floors specialises in timber flooring, tongue and groove, parquetry, cork, laminate
- Sub floor preparation, laying, sanding and coating/finish of flooring
- Purchase of equipment and stock
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- All works to get a floor from start to finish
- Coordinating employees and work
- Liaising with customers, booking in work
- Quoting, Invoicing, Accounts Keeping
- Advertising, Marketing
- Maintaining standards and image
- Coastal Floors specialises in timber flooring, tongue and groove, parquetry, cork, laminate
- Sub floor preparation, laying, sanding and coating/finish of flooring
- Starting business from nothing
- Having floors in award winning and nominated homes and businesses
- Creating a system to ensure a premium finish every time
Education
Certificate III - Carpentry
Gold Coast Trades College
Gold Coast, QLDCertificate IV - Building And Construction
Gold Coast Trades College
Gold Coast, QLD08-2025
Skills
- Team leading & management
- Carpentry
- Fabrication in steel and aluminum
- Making molds/patterns and laying up fiberglass
- Using mills
- Using lathes
- Welding
- Plasma cutting
- CNC machines
- Design & implement products
Accomplishments
Having worked in construction since 1987 primarily on the Gold Coast, I have completed or been involved with numerous building projects.
I have been exposed to many and varied systems and techniques required for a vast career in construction.
I enjoy learning new things, meeting new people and training/assisting people to gain experience.
Timeline
Carpenter
Mark Waldeck Building
07.2023 - Current
Project Manager / Carpenter
Pirie Enterprises
05.2020 - 07.2023
Carpenter
G W Constructions
05.2019 - 04.2020
Construction Foreman/Manager
Build Pro Qld
05.2018 - 04.2019
Project Manager / Fabricator / Carpenter
JHA Australia
05.2005 - 05.2018
Owner, Manager
Coastal Floors
02.1993 - 04.2004
Certificate III - Carpentry
Gold Coast Trades College
Certificate IV - Building And Construction
Gold Coast Trades College
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