Loc Kieu
South Perth,WA
Summary
Experienced Director at Q Scope Homes with a proven track record in project management. Successfully led multiple projects to completion by leveraging extensive construction knowledge and operations management skills. Improved productivity and streamlined operations within the company. Notable achievement includes the successful analysis & implementation of BUILDXACT & TRELLO, resulting in significant improvement in overall business operation. Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities have contributed to the overall success of the organization.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Q Scope Homes
01.2016 - Current
- Project feasibility studies
- Compile & execute contracts
- Construction addenda and architectural drawing checks
- Advised clients on various design options while considering cost implications, helping them make informed decisions about project scope and budget.
- Liaise with local councils, governing bodies and industry experts
- Site supervising & management
- Business development
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- IT support for the business
- Implemented and customized BUILDXACT & TRELLO (project estimation and management software) for improved business process & operations
- Strengthened internal controls of procedures ensuring compliance with quality & building codes
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Property Developer
Elenty Family Trust
01.2012 - Current
- Evaluated prospective properties for redevelopment potential based on location, size, zoning restrictions, and other factors.
- Enhanced property value by identifying and executing strategic development opportunities.
- Design and estimate
- Review sales & purchase contracts
- Coordinated cross-functional teams of professionals including local councils, designers, engineers, surveyors, real estate agents and contractors for increased project success.
- Performed feasibility analysis to evaluate potential development sites.
- Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
Bricklaying Contractor (Owner)
Handy Hippos
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Set up and supervised bricklaying team
- Prepare slabs for job start - chalking and setouts
- Co-ordinate bricklayers & labourer
- Check and interpret plans and specifications
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and scope of work
- HR & Payroll
Senior Estimator
Highbury Homes
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Estimate jobs of varying scales (single storey and double storey projects)
- Check architectural & engineering drawings for accuracy in relation to pricing & budget
- Priced variation to plans & contracts accordingly
- Setting up the estimating & variation templates and the pricing database both in FASTRAK & DATABUILD
- Creating estimating templates for display models
- Attended regular site visits during key construction stages
- Job tracking & coordinating jobs in the department ensuring deadlines were met for both the Sales team and the Administration team
- Attend weekly meetings with other departments
Senior Scheduler
Highbury Homes
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Interpret architectural plans of varying scales
- Quantity take-off
- Updating and maintenance of BEAMS - building scheduling/estimating and management software
- Created a 2-storey quantity take off template in excel
- Wrote and implemented a scheduler's procedure manual for new scheduling employees
Scheduler
Trlin Developments
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Scheduling & produce purchase orders for residential homes primarily double brick cavity construction
Draftsperson/Estimator
Fleetwood Durabuilt
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Drafting and estimating for steel framed transportable homes
Education
CERT IV - RESIDENTIAL DRAFTING
TAFE - LEEDERVILLE
01.2003
BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & IT -
EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY
01.2002
Skills
Strong construction knowledge
Attention to detail
Verbal and written communication
Operations Management
Building rules and regulations
Issues Resolution
Advanced skills in MS Excel, MS Word, MS Publisher
AUTOSKETCH drafting/design software
BUILDXACT estimating & project management software
Activities
- Golf
- Fishing
- Travelling
- Spending time with family
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Outdoor Recreation such as parks, beaches, hiking, golf
- Listening to music & going to the movies
Timeline
Director
Q Scope Homes
01.2016 - Current
Bricklaying Contractor (Owner)
Handy Hippos
01.2014 - 01.2016
Property Developer
Elenty Family Trust
01.2012 - Current
Senior Estimator
Highbury Homes
01.2007 - 01.2012
Senior Scheduler
Highbury Homes
01.2005 - 01.2007
Scheduler
Trlin Developments
01.2004 - 01.2005
Draftsperson/Estimator
Fleetwood Durabuilt
01.2003 - 01.2004
BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & IT -
EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY
CERT IV - RESIDENTIAL DRAFTING
TAFE - LEEDERVILLE
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