- Sailing- Division 1 SOPYC year round Wednesdays and Championship Spinnaker Races
- Cockburn Sound Regatta Div 1 x3
- Geographe Bay Race Week Div1 x2
- Fremantle to Geraldton Div 1
- Lobster Pot Regatta Div1
- Coaching Junior Football - Accredited Level 1 -Youth 15 years
- 4x4 Camping with family
- Cooking Low and Slow, BBQ and seafood
- Golf - Socially
- Dirt Kart racing
Richard Perks
Doubleview,WA
Summary
Professional contractor experienced in project management, site supervision, supplier and client relations. Expertise in delivering high-quality results through effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs. Strong focus on safety, compliance, NCC compliance and efficient resource utilisation. Reliable and goal-oriented with proven track record of successful project completions.
Varied skillset in all facets of Building and Construction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Carpentry Contractor
ZRM Constructions Own Business
Perth South of River
01.2006 - Current
- Managing two teams and preferred contractor for both Dale Alcock and Ross North Homes. BGC special projects, Private clients.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
- Trained new team members to apply best best practices and NCC compliance tools.
- Trained 5 apprentices to finish as competent quality tradespersons with 3 of them running their own businesses now.
S26 Site Supervisor
Airlec Group
Perth, WA
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Project based contract Pumnu Rangers Station upgrade
- Project based contract Golden Eagle Residential Camp Hanroy Hancock Prospecting
- Daily Prestart and weekly toolbox meetings
- Worked with personnel, managers and contractors, both internal and external, to achieve co-operative completion of works within targeted timelines.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximise efficient completion of required works ensuring smooth transition for shift/roster change over.
- Trained/Inducted new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Oversaw personnel safety and compliance
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary requirements.
- Conducted thorough quality assurance checks on completed work, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client contractual requirements.
- Provided clear communication to team members regarding goals, expectations, and individual responsibilities within the project scope.
Construction Manager
Russell Noble Constructions / Fifth Avenue Finance Group
Perth
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Working for a smaller company my role was quite diverse reporting directly to the CFO. Completed 65 residences to a total contract value $13.6m.
- Started with single storey residences (Class 1a 3x2) working up to two storey unit developments (Class 2 SOU’s).
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Contract management with Clients
- Monitored daily progress on-site to Identify and resolve construction issues promptly to prevent delays. Maintain a clear understanding of any challenges faced by trades/contractors as required and implement adjustments or changes in plans or schedules.
- Managed procurement processes for timely delivery of materials while minimising costs, ensuring smooth project execution.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure pricing and quality meet requirements and budgets.
- Coordinated with architects and engineers to troubleshoot design challenges, ensuring projects met all specifications.
- Adapted project plans in response to unexpected challenges, maintaining project momentum and minimising delays.
- Obtained Building Licences and associated as required by shires/councils.
- Owned operated Tipper and 2 Bobcats.
- Purchased maintained and stored all tools, machinery and scaffolding required
Construction Carpenter- Leading Hand
Civil Road and Rail
Ravensthorpe
01.2004 - 01.2006
- BHP Construction Camp accommodation and 1500 person Permanent accommodation camp.
Carpenter Joiner
Transfield
Dampier
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Upgrade to Rio Tinto Offices, existing residences and maintenance to occupied residences.
Carpenter Joiner
The Truss Factory
Christmas Island, Telfer, Jolimont
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Christmas Island Detention Centre, Telfer Newcrest mining residential upgrade.
Set Out / Formwork Carpenter
Sea Breeze Constructions
Perth
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Set-Out / Form in / ground & Tilt Panel Carpenter Jolimont St Ives, Fremantle Steel.
Contract Roof Carpentry
Stayfast Roofing and Constructions
Bunbury
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Initial set up of small business. Contracting to Dale Alcock Homes and J-Corp.
Pre-Apprentice / Apprenticeship / Trade Certificate
Master Builders Australia
Bunbury
01.1992 - 01.1998
Education
Building And Construction
Everthought Education
Perth, WA01-2019
MBA - Business And Finance
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SATrade Certificate - Carpentry And Joinery
South Regional TAFE
WASkills
- Project/Contract management
- Construction management
- Onsite Supervision
- Quoting and Estimating experience
- Roofing carpentry
- Carpentry and joinery
- Form work carpentry
- Second fixing
- Shop fit-out build install supervise handover
- Tilt panel formwork carpentry
- Training of apprentices
- Supervision of staff
- Purchasing
- Client Liaison
- Liaison with contractors and other trades
- Concreting and Grano work
- Management of own small business
Certification
- 2019 University South Australia - Started MBA (not complete)
- 2017-2018 Everthought Education - Completion Diploma Building & Construction
- 2017 - Cubit7 Estimating Software - Trial and Webinar training
- 2013 - 2016 BEAMS - BEAMS Estimating Program
- 2008 - 2011 TAFE - Polytechnic West - Diploma of Building and Construction (50% completed)
- 2010 Safe Job WA - White Card – Construction Industry
- 2003 Safety & Rescue Australia - Working at Heights
- 2002 Mining & Resource Contractors Safety Training Association - MARCSTA – TPN116
- 1996 TAFE - Southwest Regional College - Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery (Trade Studies)
- 1992 TAFE - Southwest Regional College - Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery
- 1989 TAFE - Southwest Regional College - Pre-Apprenticeship in Fitting and Machining
- 1989 TAFE - Southwest Regional College - Welding Processes I
Licences
HR
C
HRW Forklift
S26 Supervisor
Interests
Timeline
S26 Site Supervisor
Airlec Group
01.2023 - 03.2025
Construction Manager
Russell Noble Constructions / Fifth Avenue Finance Group
01.2013 - 01.2020
Construction Carpentry Contractor
ZRM Constructions Own Business
01.2006 - Current
Construction Carpenter- Leading Hand
Civil Road and Rail
01.2004 - 01.2006
Carpenter Joiner
Transfield
01.2003 - 01.2004
Carpenter Joiner
The Truss Factory
01.2001 - 01.2003
Set Out / Formwork Carpenter
Sea Breeze Constructions
01.2000 - 01.2001
Contract Roof Carpentry
Stayfast Roofing and Constructions
01.1998 - 01.2000
Pre-Apprentice / Apprenticeship / Trade Certificate
Master Builders Australia
01.1992 - 01.1998
Building And Construction
Everthought Education
MBA - Business And Finance
University of South Australia
Trade Certificate - Carpentry And Joinery
South Regional TAFE