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Matthew Nilan

Matthew Nilan

Summary

A highly experienced Professional with 28 years in the Building, Construction and Client Side Project Management industry. In my current role as Associate Director & Sector Lead (Sports, Leisure & Hospitality) I have a proven capability in leading high performing teams to deliver large scale and complex projects inline with stakeholder budget and timeline requirements. A broad knowledge of all business operations is coupled with a passion in mentoring staff through the implementation of innovative initiatives to achieve organisational strategic goals.

My next role will provide me with the opportunity to demonstrate my experience in managing and mentoring staff to achieve Company goals and strategic vision.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Director, Sector Lead

Mostyn Copper
09.2022 - Current
  • Executive level position, Sector lead - Sports Leisure & Hospitality.
  • Reporting to the Managing Directors in all aspects of business operations.
  • Managed multi-functional teams in delivering large scale complex projects. Portfolio value was over $270M.
  • Mentored staff members, providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career progression pathways.
  • Developed and implemented innovative initiatives to improve staff processes & improve client experience.
  • Identified key Project and business risks, and developed mitigation strategies.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximise productivity and profitability.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conducted detailed feedback sessions to improve skillset inline with career development pathways.

Project Director

Mostyn Copper
01.2018 - 01.2022


  • Managed a Project portfolio of 18 projects totalling $270M.
  • Oversaw budget development and financial tracking, ensuring cost-effective execution of large scale complex projects.
  • Managed the Authority Planning applications for all projects including State Significant Development Applications (SSDA), and complex heritage, flooding & biodiversity challenges.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement, implementing changes that led to increased efficiency within the organisation.
  • Responsible for the engagement of key expert design and engineering consultants.
  • Oversaw business operations and produced detailed status reports outlining project milestones.
  • Development and monitoring of critical risk registers.


Founding Director

IDMI Group
01.2010 - 01.2017
  • Founder and Managing Director of a successful Passive Fire Protection Business, predominately focused on fire door inspection, installation and certification.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to streamline operations, reduce overhead costs, and increase overall efficiency.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses which resulted in growth and diversification.

Builder

Top Notch Timberworks
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Self employed business owner of a successful residential renovation company.
  • Managed over 30 residential projects ranging in value from $30K to $2M.
  • Working both 'in' and 'on' the business provided me with the tools and experience to understand critical business structures and strategic decisions for growth and opportunity.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses which resulted in growth and diversification.

Carpenter Foreman

Greenspan Industries
01.1996 - 01.2005
  • Fresh out of High School Education, I enjoyed the opportunity to be employed in an industry my father worked in.
  • Following my certification after 3 years, I was quickly promoted to manufacturing manager, and soon after oversaw all materials ordering, manufacturing and deliveries across NSW.
  • A key indicator of my success in this industry was the identification and development of innovative processes to reduce material waste and storage requirements, saving significant costs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Building Institute of Training And Development

Certificate III - Cabinet Making

TAFE
Lidcombe, NSW
11-1998

High School Diploma -

Marist College Eastwood
11-1995

Skills

  • Complex Project management
  • Leadership of high performing teams
  • Coaching & mentoring
  • Stakeholder management
  • Business operations
  • Program development & implementation
  • Budget forecasting & monitoring
  • Detailed board level reporting

Interests

Over the past 15 years I have coached all ages and levels of Rugby Union After playing and captaining first grade of Eastwood District Rugby Union Football Club (EDRUFC), I continued my support for the game by coaching in the Sydney Premier Rugby Competition from 2009 - 2019 After some years away from the Senior Level coaching juniors, I am currently Head Coach of Mosman Rugby Club

Timeline

Associate Director, Sector Lead

Mostyn Copper
09.2022 - Current

Project Director

Mostyn Copper
01.2018 - 01.2022

Founding Director

IDMI Group
01.2010 - 01.2017

Builder

Top Notch Timberworks
01.2005 - 01.2010

Carpenter Foreman

Greenspan Industries
01.1996 - 01.2005

Associate of Applied Science -

Building Institute of Training And Development

Certificate III - Cabinet Making

TAFE

High School Diploma -

Marist College Eastwood
Matthew Nilan