Philip Karanikolas
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I am confident as a dependable Foreman with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.
I am a motivated individual with business acumen and willingness to take on challenging roles. Tech-savvy and quick learning with technical know-how, social media expertise and sales abilities to support and drive substantial growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subcontractor
EPG Contracting
Brisbane, QLD
01.2022 - Current
- Family owned business, have been working beside my father since young age. Full time experience began in 2019 then took a 2 year gap in quantity surveying due to university studies. Proceeded foreman role start of 2022.
- Interacted with homeowners to understand the job specifics and expectations.
- Promoted high level of customer service to maintain client satisfaction.
- Assessed team members' skills and delegated tasks based upon knowledge and expertise.
- Inspected job sites for quality control purposes.
- Monitored subcontractor activities, including work progress, labor costs, materials used, and other related issues.
- Estimated costs for projects and delivered bids to clients.
- Established relationships with local suppliers in order to obtain competitive pricing on materials needed for projects.
- Managed and partnered with contractors to monitor performance and meet tight project deadlines.
- Supervised team of 15 laborers ranging from electricians, plumbers, carpenters, painters etc on both residential and commercial projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all correspondence between vendors and subcontractors during the course of projects.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve.
Cadet Quantity Surveyor
Collaborative Cost Management
Brisbane, QLD
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Same experience as i had at Mitchell Brandtman.
Cadet Quantity Surveyor
Mitchell Brandtman
Brisbane, QLD
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Attended meetings with clients, contractors and other stakeholders to discuss cost plans and review progress reports.
- Prepared and submitted cost estimates for various contracts in accordance with industry standards.
- Assessed and monitored the progress of construction projects to ensure work completed as per contractual requirements.
- Conducted detailed analysis of materials, labour costs and other associated expenses to ensure accuracy of project costs.
- Drafted contracts between clients, suppliers and contractors in line with company policies.
- Verified contractor invoice charges against original project contracts and communicated with contractors to clarify discrepancies.
- Analyzed financial data including cash flows, budgets, forecasts, invoices to evaluate performance against agreed targets.
- Continually updated project cost projections at appropriate design milestones throughout life of project to identify disparities between projected and actual costs and adjust total project budget.
- Resolved disputes between parties by negotiating fair settlements based on legal requirements.
- Reviewed tender documents and advised clients on commercial implications of proposed works or services.
- Provided technical advice and support on all contract related matters.
- Produced summary and itemized expense reports for monthly presentation to clients, updating clients on project cost projection and rate of progress.
Education
Diploma of Construction And Building Management - Construction And Building Management
Tafe Skills Tech
Brisbane11-2019
High School Diploma -
Stretton State College
Brisbane, QLD10-2018
Bachelor of Urban Development - Quantity Surveying
Queensland University of Technology
BrisbaneSkills
- Cost Control
- Customer interaction
- Time Management
- Issue Resolution
- Project Management
- Subcontractor coordination
- Project Oversight
- Quality Control
- Safety Procedures
- Scheduling and Planning
- Job set up and preparation
- I have various skills in trade such as carpentry, painting, plastering, electrical (At Epg contracting i play a diverse role in both labour and foreman duties)
- Dispute Resolution
- Document Preparation
- Feasibility Studies
- Project blueprint reading
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Professionalism
Affiliations
Very active individual, always filling my day in with activities such as work, football, gym, going out for food.
I'm greek so i can make a pretty good kebab.
Certification
- Low rise building supervisor license.
- Contractor license.
- White card.
- Certificate 1 in first aid.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Greek
Native/ Bilingual
References
- Manoli Karanikolas Founder of Epg Contracting: 0400 146 035 / epgcontracting@yahoo.com
- Abdullah Baker Kheil Site Supervisor at Epg Contracting: 0481 712 052 / abdullahkheil@outlook.com
- Reveen Salgado Quantity Surveyor at Mitchell Brandtman: 0436 012 552
- Lucas Hadebe Quantity Surveyor at Collaborative Cost Management: 0410 620 459 / lhadebe@collaborativecm.com.au
Timeline
Subcontractor
EPG Contracting
01.2022 - Current
Cadet Quantity Surveyor
Collaborative Cost Management
01.2021 - 08.2024
Cadet Quantity Surveyor
Mitchell Brandtman
12.2020 - 09.2021
Diploma of Construction And Building Management - Construction And Building Management
Tafe Skills Tech
High School Diploma -
Stretton State College
Bachelor of Urban Development - Quantity Surveying
Queensland University of Technology
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