Prem Puri
Carpenter joiner
Byron Bay,NSW
Summary
Diligent Building Supervisor with over 30 years of experience. Adept at problem solving, preventive maintenance and leadership skills. Successful at cutting costs without sacrificing safety or comfort and committed to fantastic customer service. Diligent Building Supervisor with over 5 years of experience. Adept at problem solving, preventive maintenance and leadership skills. Successful at cutting costs without sacrificing safety or comfort and committed to fantastic customer service. Advantageous Building Supervisor cuts maintenance costs and upkeep a safe and aesthetically pleasing facility. Highly organized with success at customer service and critical problem solving. Trained in multiple building and construction repairs and leadership. Knowledgeable Facilities Manager articulate in communication and decisive in leadership. Smoothly runs preventive maintenance programs and special projects. Organized supply manager and analytical problem solver. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
Years professional experience
Work History
Building Supervisor
Self-employed
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspected grounds, equipment and overall building to uphold safe and aesthetically pleasing standard.
- Supervised facility crew and general maintenance schedules.
- Scheduled events and maintenance workers in [Type of building].
- Prepared maintenance budgets and outlined expenditures for building upkeep.
- Reviewed and oversaw construction and renovation projects.
- Prepared reports and schedules with accuracy.
- Drafted evacuation maps and educated occupants on safe routes.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment and safety compliance.
- Established and maintained relationships with external vendors for prompt restocking of needed items and supplies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favourable and cost-effective terms and conditions.
- Oversaw annual budget to handle supply, labor and maintenance needs.
- Ordered, maintained and distributed supplies and inventory.
- Held classes to teach staff facility procedures.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Subcontractor
Self-employed
01.2015 - 12.2022
- Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
- Worked closely with general contractor on completion of punchline tasks.
- Worked closely with homeowners to ascertain specifics of project.
- Supervised additional subcontractors and craftsmen.
- Managed on-site property inspections and worked to resolve issues.
- Observed all residential and commercial building codes and obtained permits when necessary.
- Utilized well-developed carpentry skills to fix [Item] and [Item] in homes.
- Coordinated final walk-throughs of job site before signing off on completion.
- Monitored OSHA compliance standards at job site.
- Tracked attendance and submitted work logs every day.
- Developed project site schedule to share with site manager.
- Obtained permits and building guidelines from [City]'s building department.
- Met with union representatives and resolved union personnel issues.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
Carpenter Foreman
Metricon Homes
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Supervised teams of up to [Number] employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to improve productivity and workflow.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, panelling and other materials.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
Carpentry/Joinery Installer
Self-employed
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Operated hand and power tools with complete safety to avoid damaging spaces or hurting individuals.
- Maintained clean workspaces, professional personal appearance and neat vehicle.
- Built custom cabinetry based on residential and commercial customer needs.
- Used basic mathematics to calculate distances, surface areas and materials required for jobs.
- Cut wood by hand and with shop or site machinery to achieve desired dimensions.
- Created furniture for different uses based on personal experience and customer specifications.
- Operated computer-controlled equipment and worked within CAD software to complete precision designs.
- Constructed interior and exterior staircases out of wood and accessory metal.
- Developed designs, sketched plans and wrote specifications for planned work.
- Installed windows and doors to complete building envelopes.
- Assisted with post-construction cleanup and maintenance.
- Loaded and carried materials to facilitate transport at construction sites.
- Followed industry regulations and local building codes.
- Provided excellent customer service and answered questions related to project timelines and costs.
- Prepared and applied construction materials to build structures or fill gaps.
- Developed safe and efficient workflows for construction projects.
- Inspected completed projects to meet customer expectations.
- Utilized equipment to break old forms and structures.
- Conducted quality control of materials used in construction.
- Trained and supervised team of construction workers.
- Smoothed and leveled new concrete or other materials.
- Maintained relationships with local suppliers for cost-effective materials.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and other stakeholders to complete projects on time.
- Monitored project budgets and expenses.
- Supervised installation of electrical and plumbing systems.
- Coordinated with architects and designers to support satisfactory end products.
- Developed successful system for tracking project progress.
- Built custom homes to develop local areas.
- Developed system for tracking job costs and project profitability.
- Used explosives to demolish structures according to instructions.
Education
Certificate IV - Cert III Carpentry And in Joinery
02.1988
- Awarded $15K Counselling Grant
- Professional Certificate Cert III Carpentry
- Professional Certificate High level Cabinet Making and Joinery. Commercial and Private
- Professional Certificate in Yoga Teacher with YIDL
Skills
- Performance Evaluations
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Vendor and Material Management
- Daily Progress Reports
- Event Planning Proficiency
- Seasonal Maintenance Understanding
- Project Coordination and Supervision
- Remodeling Project Management
- Resource Management
- Operational Standards
- Maintaining Equipment
- Building Repairs
- Training Junior Team Members
- Customer Satisfaction
- Project Requirements
- Property Management
- Building Inspections
- Building and Grounds Maintenance
- Managing Tenant Relations
- Crew Monitoring
- Equipment Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Workflow Coordination
- Social Perceptiveness
- Work Planning and Scheduling
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Special Events
- Inventorying Knowledge
- Customer Experience
- Employee Scheduling
- Subcontractor Management
- Equipment Functionality
- Training Initiatives
- Cleaning Schedules
- Work Order Management
- Commercial Construction
- Property Maintenance
- Safety
- Conditioning Exercises
Health, Yoga, Music, Surfing, Exercise and natural healing modalities
I enjoy Keeping healthy through Yoga and Meditation in my own time. I also studied Ayurvedic Medicine in India for Many years in The 90s.
I like surf and work out in my spare time so as to keep fit ad stay super healthy. I like to keep up with alternative heath routines when i can
Timeline
Building Supervisor - Self-employed
01.2022 - 12.2022
Subcontractor - Self-employed
01.2015 - 12.2022
Carpenter Foreman - Metricon Homes
01.2013 - 12.2015
Carpentry/Joinery Installer - Self-employed
01.2006 - 12.2010
Tafe NSW - Certificate IV, Cert III Carpentry And in Joinery
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