Silas Chase
Mentone,Vic
Summary
With nearly seven years in construction management roles and over a decade of carpentry expertise, I possess comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of construction. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed numerous construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards. Strong leadership skills have enabled effective coordination of teams and resources, resulting in efficient and cost-effective project execution. With a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes, I am confident in my ability to contribute to any construction project and drive its success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Site Manager
Merkon Constructions
Hawthorn, VIC
06.2024 - Current
- Managed $20 million refurbishment and fit-out of an office building for Zagames Corporation with inclusion of a 1,000 sqm basement.
- Executed structural enhancement through installation of 190 skylight panels in Level 3 Atrium.
- Café Fit-out
- Directed operations for the Jack Merlo Design Landscape package.
- Supported effective problem resolution and progress tracking through regular team interactions.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Interviewed and trained new workers.
- Ensured quality control in all subcontractor activities.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying areas for improvement in material procurement and labor utilization.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for site management tasks.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project objectives with business goals, ensuring expectations were met or exceeded.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless project execution and completion.
Site Manager/Finishing Foreman
Platinum Constructions Vic
Caulfield North
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed construction of a $63 million contract project comprising multi-level residential buildings.
- Link: theparkresidences.com.au
- Coordinated up to 30+ personnel per day for efficient project execution.
- Monitored and organized project timelines and on-site tasks.
- Clear digital communication and interpersonal skills with clients, directors, and stakeholders.
- Interpretation and implementation of construction documentation
- Identify and action RFI's for documentation inconsistencies
- Co-ordinate Client/Architect/Real Estate/Consultant meetings when required
- Oversee and implementation of all OH&S and site safety requirements (Toolbox meetings, Inductions, Safety walks)
- Approval of shop drawings for stone measure, PMD frames and door take-off's
- 31 Custom Apartments, 2 basement levels, 3 levels (G, 1, 2, and 3).
- Link: theparkresidences.com.au
- Outstanding features of this project: Custom steam room, Feature pendant light installed at 12m high in entry lobby, Basement carwash/dog wash with grease trap, Hydronic heating, Under floor/tile heating x 5 apartments, DDA requirements x 5 apartments, Wet/Fire Service implementation, Feature stone bench tops/splash backs/floor and wall implementation, 2x internal lift installation and commissioning, 20x custom fireplaces with feature stone/2 Pack surrounds, Air Exchange System install, Light Gauge steel framing and external box sections implementation
Site Supervisor
Burbank Urban
Burwood East
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Directed construction advancements for a large-scale project comprising 241 townhomes with a $520 million budget.
- Link: https://www.frasersproperty.com.au/VIC/Burwood-Brickworks/Explore.
- Collaborated with Site Manager to oversee the execution of timber frame stages for multiple residential lots.
- Managed workflow of multiple teams to ensure efficient completion of frame assembly tasks.
- Supervised construction of 10 double-story townhomes with 250m2 floor plans from framing to handover.
- Executed end-to-end delivery of project stages 6-7 at Waterlea Estate in Rowville under developer Stockland.
- Developed by Frasers Property Australia and consists of 241 Townhomes over 7 stages
- Link: https://www.frasersproperty.com.au/VIC/Burwood-Brickworks/Explore.
- The site was developed by Stockland and consisted of 175 Six Star dwellings
- Waterlea Estate won the 2022 UDIA Residential Development Award for a development less than 250 Lots
- Oversaw project completion for 25 townhouses at Waterlea Estate during Feb 2021-April 2022.
- Executed complete transition from plaster stage to townhouse handover.
- Delivered 10 townhouses from civil work to final handover.
- Completed five Class 2 dwellings from civil works to occupancy permit.
- Delivered an 8.2 Green Star Passive Home, ensuring seamless transition from civil works to occupancy.
Site Manager
Seed Project Group
Burnley
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Seed Project Group (Pitch Architecture and Design)
- I completed two heritage fronted custom renovations, one in Richmond and the other in Burnley in extremely tight timeframes
- Responsibilities include but not limited to: Manage all structural and service elements, Schedule weekly program in alignment with master program, Provide clear leadership and direction to subcontractors, Ensure safety to all personnel onsite, Site inductions of contractors
- Seed Project Group (Pitch Architecture and Design)
Site Manager
Paragon Development Group / Rise Constructions
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Company Overview: Paragon Development Group is a boutique property developer based in Hawthorn
- Link: https://www.paragondg.com.au
- I worked on two Class 2 sites consisting of 17 dwellings with basement carparks, a combined build value of $6 Million
- Role and Responsibilities: Review and interpret project drawings, reports and specifications, Discuss working drawings with trades and assist with their scope of work, Ensure work is performed to the highest standards and quality by trades, Arrange trades and materials as required, Assist trades with referring to specific drawings and reports, Arrange inspections from surveyors and engineers as required, Verify purchase orders are implemented onsite, Monitor progress and advise office/project manager of site progress on daily/weekly basis, Schedule, book and modify trade bookings in-line with construction program, Check/measure subcontractors progress and approve all site related invoices, Maintain site diary and up-to-date records, Document any back-charges, defective work and notify subcontractors via email, Adhere to permit conditions while undertaking work (e.g
- Asset Protection and Building Permit requirements)
- Paragon Development Group is a boutique property developer based in Hawthorn
- Link: https://www.paragondg.com.au
- Paragon Development Group Sites: 146 Beverley Street, Doncaster East, Project taken over from frame stage: 10 x Townhouse, 1000sqm basement car park and storage cages, Basement duct and exhaust system, Dumbwaiter lift system, 4 x rooftop deck areas (TH02-05), Window Shrouds and privacy screens on every townhouse, Flowerboxes on 1st floor windows x3 (waterproofing/drainage/planted), Fire service, Fire Indication Panel, hydrants and boosters, Balconies on front and back of 4 units
- 254 Murray Road, Preston; Site received with bored piers, capping beam and shotcrete walls completed
- I was tasked with the basement floor slab, Dincel wall installation and suspended slab construction and pour
Site Supervisor
Arrow Building Group
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Company Overview: Arrow Building Group was established in 2016 and specialises in medium density developments across Melbourne
- Link: http://arrowbg.com.au/
- Responsible for the management of multiple lot sites from frame stage to final handover with client
- Co-ordination and supervision of contractors, various tradesmen and other staff
- Ability to interpret site plans and specifications and oversee projects from set out to handover
- Responsible for managing the build from civil stage to hand-over/completion
- Keeping the project on schedule while adhering to high standards with regards to quality and safety of the site
- Ability to successfully coordinate and manage multiple projects
- Conduct all site inductions for sub-contractors and staff
- Ensure Health & Safety requirements are met including site assessments
- Manage and monitor costs as well as sub-contractor's performance
- Conduct handover process and QC evaluations
- Adhere to the master program, by creating 2-4 week look-ahead schedules and programs
- Ensure regulations, planning requirements and standards are enforced onsite
- Management of implementation of variations, adjustments and scheduling
- High level problem solving and demonstration of leadership and initiative
- Communication, negotiation, problem identification and resolution
- Work progression review and scheduling to deliver completed projects on time and within budget
- Maintain a safe and clean work place in compliance with building and safety regulations
- Arrow Building Group was established in 2016 and specialises in medium density developments across Melbourne
- Link: http://arrowbg.com.au/
- Arrow Building Group Site History: Up to three sites running concurrently with staggered start dates
Site Manager / Junior Project Manager
Precon Living Pty Ltd
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Company Overview: Precon was a construction company priding themselves on architectural finish modular home design and installs
- Link: https://youtu.be/D_U53sTjuJM
- Co-ordination and supervision of contractors, various tradesmen and other staff
- Ability to interpret site plans and specifications and oversee projects from set out to handover
- Ability to successfully coordinate and manage multiple projects
- Management of site specific tasks including quantity take-offs, general workflow, material purchasing, delivery, variations, adjustments and scheduling
- High level problem solving and demonstration of leadership and initiative
- Coordination and communication with architects, tradesmen and subcontractors including engineers and other relevant parties
- Precon was a construction company priding themselves on architectural finish modular home design and installs
- Link: https://youtu.be/D_U53sTjuJM
- Notable sites/jobs completed with Precon Living: 13 Eva Street, Armadale, Architect (unknown), Period home complete renovation/rejuvenation with double storey extension completed over 14 months
- Value: $1.1 million build cost
- Meadowglen International Athletics Stadium (upgrade), Client: Whittlesea Council, Value: $1.3million, Installation of pre-constructed modular toilet facilities including ambient cubicles upgraded to meet D.D.A guide
Apprentice Carpenter/Leading hand/Foreman
Wonnacott Builders
01.2002 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: Wonnacott Builders were a small building company predominantly working for Architects undertaking renovation and extension work in the inner Melbourne suburbs
- Completed Cert III in General Construction
- Carpentry Apprenticeship completed with Wonnacott Builders
- High-end Renovation/Extensions for McSteen Tan Architects
- Wonnacott Builders were a small building company predominantly working for Architects undertaking renovation and extension work in the inner Melbourne suburbs
Education
Diploma in Construction Management -
Western Institute of Technology (WIT)
South Melbourne12.2013
Certificate III in Building and Construction - Carpentry Apprenticeship
Holmesglen Institute
Chadstone12.2005
Skills
- Site inspection and management
- Problem-solving
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Site safety
- Site management
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Diploma in Construction Management, Western Institute of Technology (WIT), 12/31/13, South Melbourne
- Certificate III in Building and Construction (Carpentry Apprenticeship), Holmesglen Institute, 12/31/05, Chadstone
- Manitou Telehandler Licence
- First Aid Level 2
Software and Programs
Aconex
iAuditor
Excell
Report and Run
Procore
Hammertech
OneDrive
Dropbox
Timeline
Senior Site Manager
Merkon Constructions
06.2024 - Current
Site Manager/Finishing Foreman
Platinum Constructions Vic
04.2023 - 07.2024
Site Supervisor
Burbank Urban
02.2021 - 02.2023
Site Manager
Seed Project Group
07.2020 - 01.2021
Site Manager
Paragon Development Group / Rise Constructions
07.2019 - 07.2020
Site Supervisor
Arrow Building Group
08.2016 - 03.2019
Site Manager / Junior Project Manager
Precon Living Pty Ltd
07.2014 - 08.2016
Apprentice Carpenter/Leading hand/Foreman
Wonnacott Builders
01.2002 - 12.2013
Diploma in Construction Management -
Western Institute of Technology (WIT)
Certificate III in Building and Construction - Carpentry Apprenticeship
Holmesglen Institute