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Tom Lander
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Director and Business Owner at Washington Brown with a proven track record in cost planning and budget management. Expert in contract negotiation and relationship building, successfully delivering high-quality projects while enhancing client satisfaction. Adept at fostering employee development and driving operational excellence, ensuring financial stability and optimal resource allocation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director /Business Owner
Washington Brown
11.2006 - Current
- Pre DA cost planning a feasibility studies for clients.
- Working with developers and financiers completing cost plans and risk assessment.
- Managed client budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Provided client project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and cash flows.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on the client's projects and feasibility reports.
- Negotiated favorable contracts for clients for reduced costs and improved service quality.
Associate Director
Turner & Townsend
03.2004 - 06.2006
- Led teams of up to 10 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Managed cross-functional teams for multiple large-scale projects, successfully completing each on time and within budget constraints.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career progression paths within the company.
- Established strong relationships with key industry partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Oversaw annual budget planning processes, ensuring financial goals were met while maintaining optimal resource allocation across departments.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Quantity Surveyor
Washington Brown
05.2000 - 01.2004
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
- Managed subcontractor relationships by setting clear expectations, maintaining open communication channels, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality work products and timely responses to inquiries or concerns.
- Developed comprehensive cost plans to guide project execution, ensuring financial efficiency and success.
- Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Used Buildsoft to prepare budgets, bills of quantities and cost plans.
Education
Diploma in Built Environment - Construction
University of South Australia
Adelaide, SA12-1999
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Employee development
- Budget control
- Budget management
- Financial reporting
- Contract negotiation
Accomplishments
- Company owner for 16 years;
- Worked on residential and commercial projects ranging from $500,000-$150,000,000;
- Provided cost planning and strategic on greenfield projects from pre DA, civil works, and residential lots from 5 lots to 250 lots;
- Provided payment schedules to the financier for the above;
- Worked closely with financiers providing strategic advice for 25 years.
Interests
Timeline
Director /Business Owner
Washington Brown
11.2006 - Current
Associate Director
Turner & Townsend
03.2004 - 06.2006
Quantity Surveyor
Washington Brown
05.2000 - 01.2004
Diploma in Built Environment - Construction
University of South Australia
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