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Zachery Porter

Diamond Creek,VIC

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Director

Lilac Constructions
06.2023 - Current
  • Direct daily operations and deliver constructive feedback to meet both immediate and long-term objectives.
  • Improve financial accuracy by reviewing and validating billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Mentor team members to enhance productivity and achieve performance targets.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Efficiently manage purchasing, sales, marketing, and customer account operations.
  • Organize employee schedules based on customer demand and individual strengths.
  • Oversee the management of sub-contractors to ensure project alignment and quality standards.
  • Consistently met project deadlines while maintaining high build quality and prioritizing workplace safety.
  • Identified the necessary plans and resources to achieve project goals and objectives.
  • Manage all aspects of each project from procurement to final commissioning.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address project issues and minimize risks.
  • Monitore project progress, identified potential risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Develop and execute project programs and budgets to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Verified the quality of deliverables and ensured compliance with specifications.

Project Manager

Ryandale Residential
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Established quality assurance systems to enhance company standards.
  • Developed and reviewed SWMWs (Site Work Method Statements).
  • Oversaw project material take-offs to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Created and managed project schedules
  • Developed constructability procedures to assess project feasibility and enhance safety and efficiency during construction.
  • Monitored employee attendance, procured materials for projects, and coordinated on-site requirements.


  • Maintained detailed records of work completed, along with materials and equipment utilized.
  • Supported employees and contractors in completing tasks, providing guidance to meet tight deadlines.
  • Ensured personnel safety and compliance on the work site.
  • Assessed and revised safety protocols to minimize risks in construction and extraction operations.

Site Supervisor

Ryandale Residential
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Planned projects by identifying the essential equipment, tools, and support required for successful execution.
  • Followed job site safety regulations to maintain a clean and secure working environment.
  • Oversaw all carpentry-related aspects of construction for each building project.
  • Executed tasks strategically, utilizing the appropriate tools and materials to boost productivity.
  • Reviewed take-offs and plans to identify and resolve issues throughout the project.
  • Collaborated with staff and subcontractors to coordinate efforts and optimize processes.
  • Led the carpentry team, managing tasks and setting clear expectations for the team.

Apprentice Carpenter

Kyra Residential
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Interpreted specifications and construction drawings to understand tasks necessary to complete each job.
  • Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.

Education

Diploma - Building And Construction

HIA (Housing Industry Association)
05.2021

Qualified Carpenter - Certificate III In Carpentry

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
09.2014

Skills

  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Mentoring and training
  • Sales Leadership
  • Staff Management
  • Contract Management
  • Business Planning
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Management
  • Budget Development

Certification

Registration

  • Domestic Builder Unlimited, DB-U-100 151


Licences

  • Elevated Work Platform (WP)
  • Forklift (LP)
  • Construction Induction Card


CPD Points

  • Understanding the NCC 2022 & How to apply AS 3740-2021 (2 Points)
  • How to apply AS 3040-2021 (8 Points)

Timeline

Managing Director

Lilac Constructions
06.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Ryandale Residential
01.2019 - 01.2023

Site Supervisor

Ryandale Residential
01.2015 - 01.2019

Apprentice Carpenter

Kyra Residential
01.2011 - 01.2015

Diploma - Building And Construction

HIA (Housing Industry Association)

Qualified Carpenter - Certificate III In Carpentry

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
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