Steven Baker
Hackham West,SA
Summary
Skilled Leading Hand Carpenter with background in residential and commercial construction. Experience includes overseeing teams, managing projects from inception to completion, and ensuring work meets quality standards. Strengths encompass effective leadership, problem-solving abilities, and adeptness in advanced carpentry techniques. Previous roles have significantly benefited from improved team efficiency and superior project outcomes due to keen oversight and hands-on involvement in all stages of construction.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Hand Carpenter Subcontractor
Miracle Ceilings
Black Forest, SA
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised carpentry projects ensuring adherence to safety standards and timelines.
- Collaborated with team members to design and install ceilings and wall systems.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide construction processes.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
- Organised deliveries of building materials to ensure timely arrival at job site.
- Supervised Aluminium Product Division Installation, scheduling and project management
Site Supervisor
I & A Projects
Beverley, SA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders, facilitating information flow and clarity.
- Oversaw subcontractor activities, ensuring alignment with project specifications and timelines.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
- Participated in job-site meetings with contractors, owners, architects, engineers, as necessary.
- Police Credit Union and Concept Projects
Shop fitting Contractor
Creative Commercial Interiors
Lonsdale, SA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- General Shop fitting Carpentry Duties
- Ensuring timely installation in line with architectural drawings and specifications
- Highest standard of Project Delivery for Lone star Gilles Plains, Lone star Munno Para, House of Health Norwood and Novo shoes West Lakes
Sub Contractor Installer
Metro Joinery
Regency Park, SA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Bespoke Joinery, expert installation of wall panels, lighting rafts
- Thorough understanding of architectural and Joinery drawings, to be followed in a precise manner
- Projects included BHP Olympic Dam, AIG office fitout and Santos office upgrade
Subcontractor Carpenter & Joiner
Various
Adelaide, SA
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Various sub Contractor & Sole Trader roles/projects including new build Domestic Kitchen installation
Contracts Manager
Spotless
Underdale, SA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Commenced as a carpenter team member on site at SA Power Networks, and promoted to site supervisor after 9 months.
- Progressed to Contract Overviewing Manager.
- From 2013, I embraced the role of Contracts Manager, covering the Maintenance Contract for SA Power Networks, Adelaide Metro, and some regional sites.
- 2014 - 2015 Contracts Manager for Family Law Courts, overseeing subcontractor maintenance schedule works, Spotless Electrical, and Plumbing Maintenance.
- Managed contract negotiations for diverse facilities services projects.
- Developed and maintained strong vendor relationships for effective contract execution.
Site Supervisor
Self Employed
Derby, UK
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Various projects working self employed under SAB Joinery and as a sub Contractor site supervisor
Site Supervisor
Tienda Shop fitting Services
Grantham, UK
01.1995 - 01.2001
- PRET A MANGER UK Principal Shop Fitout, 6 week project completion timeline for multiple shops in a and around central London
- All Joinery installation, flooring and wall panelling
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated schedules and resources among team members for efficient workflow.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders, facilitating information flow and clarity.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with staff, clients and vendors.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Organized daily workflow for the team, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.
- Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
Education
Carpentry And Joinery
City And Guilds
01-1993
Skills
- Architectural Drawing interpretation
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Carpentry techniques
- Material procurement
- Construction oversight
Timeline
Leading Hand Carpenter Subcontractor
Miracle Ceilings
01.2024 - Current
Site Supervisor
I & A Projects
01.2023 - 01.2024
Shop fitting Contractor
Creative Commercial Interiors
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sub Contractor Installer
Metro Joinery
01.2020 - 01.2022
Subcontractor Carpenter & Joiner
Various
01.2016 - 01.2020
Contracts Manager
Spotless
01.2012 - 01.2016
Site Supervisor
Self Employed
01.2001 - 01.2011
Site Supervisor
Tienda Shop fitting Services
01.1995 - 01.2001
Carpentry And Joinery
City And Guilds
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