Ross Cooke
Project Manager
Perth,WA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Equity Funders
07.2024 - Current
- Oversaw land procurement and the appointment of specialist consultants
- Collaborating with three builders to finalize building contracts
- Projects:
- 16 Prowse St, West Perth – 56-room Student Accommodation Facility
- Project Value: $15 million
- 75 Stirling Hwy, Nedlands – 92-room Student Accommodation Facility
- Project Value: $32 million
National Construction and Facilities Manager
Nido Early Learning Australia
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Appointed by the Managing Director to oversee the delivery of new Nido Early Learning Centres across WA, VIC, and SA, from greenfield sites to final handover
- Managed architects, stakeholders, builders, and internal staff to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
- Conducted monthly site visits to assess progress and reported directly to the COO
- Achieved practical completion and signed off contracts for all centres
- Western Australia Projects:
- 71 Cranleigh St, Dayton
- 73 Kingsley Dr, Kingsley
- 135 Peninsula Rd, Maylands
- 42 Camberwell St, East Victoria Park
- 25 Ovens Rd, Thornlie
- 117 Scarborough Beach Rd, Scarborough
- 24 Unwin St, Wembley Downs
- 12 Erade Dr, Piara Waters
- 1 Encyclia Blvd, Treeby
- South Australia Projects:
- 652 Military Rd, Taperoo
- 198 Kestel’s Rd, Para Hills
- 1 Lokan St, Redwood Park
- 345 Gorge Rd, Athelstone
- Victoria Project:
- 29 Manningham Rd, Bulleen
- Contract Value: $3–4 million per centre (plus variations)
- Centre Capacity: 72–112 children
- Successfully managed challenges caused by building material shortages in Australia, requiring flexibility in product selection and problem-solving
- Additional Responsibilities (2022–2024):
- Conducted inspections, rectifications, and preventative maintenance for 42 existing operating centres in WA
- Ensured all centres were well-presented and functional every day
Client Representative
Lyons Family Trust
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed the completion of the Nido Early Learning Centre at 145 Leatherback Parade, Alkimos
- Navigated challenges caused by the original builder entering administration
- Project Value: $2.5 million
Unison Holdings
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Client: Kimberley Metals Group
- Project managed the delivery of an 80-man mining camp in Warman (40km south of Kununurra)
- Delivered a boutique accommodation facility on time and within budget
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Total Refurbishment
- Engaged by the property owner to refurbish a 100-year-old building to meet tenant requirements
- Scope included re-roofing, new electricals, plumbing, and complete interior fit-out
- Delivered the project on a design and construct basis
- Project Value: $1 million (cost-plus contract)
Education
Trade
North Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WASkills
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Private Equity Funders
07.2024 - Current
Client Representative
Lyons Family Trust
12.2023 - 06.2024
National Construction and Facilities Manager
Nido Early Learning Australia
01.2022 - 12.2024
Unison Holdings
01.2011 - 01.2012
01.2009 - 12.2009
Trade
North Metropolitan TAFE
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