Ricky Smedts
Summary
Self employed Builder of 13 years with experience overseeing and coordinating works on various large scale projects. Focused on implementing safe and innovative ways to complete building tasks. Talented professional, considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Attentive to detail with 24 years of valuable experience in the construction industry.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Builder
Self Employed
01.2010 - Current
- Use personal expertise and craftsmanship to deliver large-scale residential and commercial projects.
- Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications to determine the scope of work, cost estimates and scheduling.
- Prepare and deliver detailed cost estimates and quotations for clients.
- Administer building contracts and maintain relationships with clients by honouring contract obligations.
- Coordinate and schedule work of sub-contractors, inspect and ensure that work is done according to plans and specifications.
- Work closely with architects, engineers and designers to deliver high quality projects on time and to budget.
- Training staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Implementing safety codes and regulations to maintain site compliance and uphold safe working conditions.
Leading Hand Carpenter
Ross McLeod Homes
11.1999 - 12.2009
- Read and interpreted plans and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Co-ordinated other sub contractors and company employees
- Liaised with architects, engineers, designers and property owners.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
Education
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Brauer College
Warrnambool, VIC10.1999
Skills
- Safety Enforcement
- Budget Administration
- Construction Supervision
- Client Relations
- Schedule Management
- Permit Coordination
- Subcontractor Oversight
- Site Maintenance
- Work Site Preparation
- Project Estimations
- OH&S Requirements
- Construction Management
Certification
- Registered Building Practitioner - Victorian Building Authority 2011 Registration number DB-U 37442
- Certificate III Carpentry 2004 - South West Tafe Warrnambool
Accomplishments
- South West Tafe apprentice of the year 2003, 2004
- Master Builders Victoria state apprentice of the year 2004
- Rotary Club Victoria South West apprentice of the year 2004
Affiliations
- Warrnambool Basketball Junior Committee Member - Current
- Warrnambool Basketball Junior Representative Squad Coach - U16 Girls - Current
- North Warrnambool Football Netball Club - Life Member
Timeline
Registered Builder
Self Employed
01.2010 - Current
Leading Hand Carpenter
Ross McLeod Homes
11.1999 - 12.2009
Victorian Certificate of Education -
Brauer College
Referees
- Mathew Morse
Architect
Mathew Morse Architect
Warrnambool
mathew@morsearchitect.com.au
- Ross McLeod
Ross McLeod Homes
Grassmerre
0408529253
Referees
- Mathew Morse
Architect
Mathew Morse Architect
Warrnambool
mathew@morsearchitect.com.au
- Ross McLeod
Ross McLeod Homes
Grassmerre
0408529253
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