Simon Karam
Campsie,NSW
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Total Precast Pty Ltd
01.2020 - Current
- Recruit, select, train, assign, schedule, coach, counsel, and discipline employees
- Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations
- Developing and implementing SWMS
- Manage staff levels, wages, Approving fortnightly payroll
- Responsible for all aspects of vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance
- Provide solid leadership, direction and mentoring to managers and staff that encourages co-operative team environment and continuous improvement
- Ensure Construction milestones are met, working with site teams and clients
- Implement policies, procedures, and systems and to follow through with implementation
- Executing/supporting internal business improvement/change projects to improve profitability
- Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols
- Managing budgets, including ordering supplies and materials as needed
- Directing and overseeing all aspects of construction projects from start to finish, including scheduling workers' tasks and materials
- Maintaining project documentation through variety of platforms, Hammertech and Procore.
Project Manager
Alpha Precast Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Lead and manage project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met
- Develop and maintain budgets, expenses, and cost-saving measures
- Create and manage project schedules, proactively identify, and address potential delays, and ensure projects are delivered on time
- Uphold and enforce stringent quality control standards through entire process
- Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring the safety of all personnel involved
- Maintain open and transparent communication with clients, addressing concerns and providing regular updates on project progress
- Oversee on-site activities as required, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications
- Maintain accurate project documentation, contracts, orders, and reports
- Managing projects using, Procore and Hammertech.
Business Owner
S Group Pty Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Spearheaded commercial and high-end residential construction projects, demonstrating a commitment to excellence
- Managed the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, training, and general management of all personnel on projects
- Conducted contract negotiations with suppliers and contractors to ensure favourable terms for the projects
- Developed comprehensive budget plans and cost estimates for overall projects, ensuring financial viability
- Oversaw the performance of all trade contractors, reviewing architectural and engineering drawings to guarantee compliance with specifications and regulations
- Tracked and controlled construction schedules, managing associated costs to achieve timely completion within allocated budgets
- Monitored the performance of sub-contractors and staff, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards
- Allocated resources, materials, sub-contractors, and other staff efficiently to optimize project outcomes
- Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy work environment, implementing and executing health and safety plans.
Site Supervisor
Hanson Precast Pty Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Implemented pre-planning strategies for precast panel deliveries to multiple sites between Sydney and Canberra
- Monitored the project budget comprehensively from the project's initiation to its successful completion
- Established site surveys to facilitate the precise installation location for precast panels
- Regularly attended site weekly meetings across 5-7 projects, ensuring construction managers and developers were updated on precast panel production, design concerns, and installation dates
- Supervised precast installations, fostering effective communication with both contractors and builders throughout the installation process
- Orchestrated the establishment of mobile cranes for efficient mobile precast installations
- Coordinated arrangements for traffic permits with councils when required
- Ensured all contractors were up to date with WHS regulations and SWMS
- Managed the scheduling of finishing trades and successfully completed defects to handover.
Sydney Metro Scheduler
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Strategically planned daily activities to meet customer requirements, optimising plant and truck utilisation
- Demonstrated effective problem-solving, planning, organisational, and negotiation skills
- Reported directly to the Central Dispatch Manager and NSW State Manager, managing reports for monthly budgets and KPIs.
Sydney Metro Allocator
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Ensured precise allocation and delivery of customer orders for a fleet of 45 company trucks and up to 10 foreign trucks
- Maintained order accuracy through SAP and Tesys, collaborating within the Sydney Metro Production and Sales team, managing pre-planned trucks.
Batcher/Allocator
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Ensured plant and equipment operated at maximum availability within statutory requirements
- Produced concrete to meet customer orders, maintaining compliance with OH&S requirements and legislative standards
- Recorded and ordered raw materials, ensuring the highest standard.
Concrete Field Tester
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Conducted on-site concrete testing, worked unsupervised, and performed laboratory work
- Ensured the supply of concrete at the highest quality and standard levels, maintaining effective communication between staff and clients.
Various Roles in Construction
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Served as Sub Foreman/Leading hand for 64 units, Leading Hand for 12 townhouses, and engaged in labouring for builders and other trades.
Education
Kingsgrove North High School
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Procore
- Hammertech
- Bluebeam
- Staff Training
- Operations Management
- Project Leadership
- Performance Improvements
- Budget Development and Management
- Recruitment
- Decision-Making
- Client Relations
- Business Leadership
- Project Management
Timeline
Operations Manager
Total Precast Pty Ltd
01.2020 - Current
Project Manager
Alpha Precast Pty Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2020
Business Owner
S Group Pty Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2019
Site Supervisor
Hanson Precast Pty Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2014
Sydney Metro Scheduler
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2011
Sydney Metro Allocator
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2009
Batcher/Allocator
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2007
Concrete Field Tester
Hymix Concrete Pty Ltd
01.2003 - 01.2005
Various Roles in Construction
01.1998 - 01.2003
Kingsgrove North High School
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