Estimation of multiple quote requests, tender lodgments for Local and State Government with company approvals within a very compressed working environment consistently to allow the best remuneration outcomes for the business. Responsible for all aspects of construction from commencement to completion inclusive employee and equipment management, utilization, purchasing, profitability and various management & client meetings. Delivery of pre-works documentation, construction planning of works & scheduled timetables, mobilization of personnel, equipment, supplies, onsite amenities and sub-contractor co-ordination. Gain all approvals for reporting documentation on various projects running concurrently, efficiencies between works in hand, cash flow, variation requests and clarifications to successfully achieve compliance with quality or technical hold points inclusive of profitability.Completion of start to finish estimation/tendering of works, interim audits/reports, cost against budget reviews, testing of internal controls and compliance to company standards. Regular site inspections, pre-pour concrete inspections, access & testing plans, contractor co-ordination, issuing site instructions inline with changed management procedures and monitoring of costs/expenditure/invoicing on a daily basis, report to company management/client meetings to provide manageable cost effective solutions and close out all action items.

Completion of all residual contract works & lodgment of documentation requirements for payments.Responsible for site establishment of new operational works, completion of in hand projects to close-out of all responsibilities for client hand-overs. Company representative for site meetings, client & progress meetings inclusive of all works, co-ordination of in house staff/equipment, suppliers, sub-contractors and site preparations with amenities secured, completing works with-in operational streets/highways to acceptable standards. Attend weekly site/contract meetings, produce cash flow analysis, monthly invoicing of completed works for payment, co-ordination of quality testing with 3rd parties for lodgment with authorities applicable and file all records. Attend to any maintenance issues, outstanding invoicing, retention and bond collections.

Site establishment of new operational Infrastructure Services Contract to service site refuse, recycling efficiencies and management of daily services to all temporary site buildings, ablutions and potable water deliveries. Create value added remuneration streams and decreased costs of essential services, clean up of historical stockpiles of waste construction resources, planning and implement operational landfill depot for the site. Waste segregation strategies, training and implementation involving all site contractors through education, presentations and follow up inspections to monitor adherence to client expectations.Management of 12 employees and 8 pieces of plant to service the operational aspects of FMGL Solomon Mine Site inclusive of daily Pre-start, weekly Toolbox meetings, rostering, workflow commitments to flights and accommodation inclusive of payroll, annual leave entitlements. This role also administered Asset Management, interval servicing of equipment and breakdown repairs in remote locations within occupational safety requirements aligned to FMGL policies. Company profitability within the scope of the contract, value added efficiencies for the client with bench-marked deliverable developing FMGL contract deliverable before time and below anticipated costs. Developing new or additional proficiency within the working environment along with cost saving synergies outside of the contract scope, develop additional business alliances in the Pilbara Region. Quarterly and monthly reporting responsibilities at client management level meetings.

Actively looking for work opportunities. Currently involved with the corporate set-up, writing of policies & procedures inclusive of the evaluation of recyclable resources with in existing communities in the greater Pilbara areas.

Richard has worked here in the capacity of a project supervisor in assignments including dredging, reclaimation earthworks, bridges, large concrete pours/works around operating plants & rail, drainage, seawalls and piling/footings etc. He was crucially involved in supervisory activities that included planning, preparation and implementation of work schedules, ensuring quality and safety standards compliance and motivating the workforce to surpass productivity targets.Key Highlights* Major projects including dredging 4.6mil m3 of materials, road works, drainage, rail and pond embankment/bunds* He saw through the implementation of all HSEC procedures, liaise with engineers regarding technical matters and scheduled work program integration/to completion.* Planning preparation and implementation of work schedules and meetings, issue site instructions in accordance with project changed management procedures.* Monitor contracting activities, attend management meetings, Pre-start & toolbox meetings.* Interface between engineers and contracting companies in regards to technical matters and schedules of construction.

Richard was responsible for material logistics, overseeing contractors supplies, cranage, quote/submit quotations for minor earthworks, organise work permits for construction areas around the operating plant. His primary focus was to ensure quality/safety standards are met and was responsible for representing the company at client meetings and KPI reviews.Key Highlights* Was instrumental in preparing JSA's and work method statements, monitored safety on site and ensured adherence to project health environment and safety plans.* He was responsible for preforming design modification and constructability overview.

Hazell Bros is a provider of infrastructure projects and a broad range of high-quality construction, resource and service capabilities for clients in the public and private sectors.Richard has served here as a supervisor for construction processes including installation of environmental embankments, de-construction of crushing plant, commercial sub-division/extensions, road works, drainage, materials processing for shipping and ship loading activities.Key Highlights* Was instrumental in demolishing contaminated concrete acid baths and complied with HSE proceedures and management of SO2 gases in the workplace.* Acted in accordance with site safety standards and installed external fencing around radioactive dump areas.

Richard gained significant experience in running operations within defence facilities, national telecommunication & utilities clients, monitored all works preformed by sub-contractors and supervisors on meeting dicipline specifications inclusive of all HSE requirements for employees and the general public. He was the point of contact for assessing, ordering and expediting all international, national and local content componentry to remote sites including customs requirements.Key Highlights* Was responsible for organising all work permits within the defence facilities and daily reporting to defence command regarding site movements inclusive of defence personell operations intergration.* Also managed all site EPCM meetings, quotations for various projects and cost estimates for facility upgrades.

Responsibilities:• Instrumental in the implementation of material logistics of warehoused and procured items for inclusion to works in hand, quality assurance auditing/non-conformance rectifications, marketing, customer/public liaison point, client meetings, sub-contract meetings/KPI’s. • Responsible for all facets of running the company inclusive of work crew organization, daily work sheets submission, accounts payable/receivable, payroll/taxation, training administration, finance and building the business with repeat custom/new contracts/customers.• Industry representation to Government/Industry boards to change the less than professional side of civil contracting, early lobbing to bring about recognition and implementation of qualification modules towards accreditation within the Civil Construction Stream adhering to the approved ANTA framework, ultimately a career structure for operators transferable nationally.Achievements:• Implementation of nationally transferable Civil Construction accreditation for all employees in the industry recognized by Australian National Training Authority, achieved 3rd Party Quality Assurance Certification, implementation of return to work policies and procedures, audit-able procurement/warehousing procedures and policies.• Successfully managed own company for 20 years though good/bad times sustaining the company with a mix of building,construction and telecommunication network construction and maintenance contracts employing up to 60 staff/employees. • Attracting large national clients across many varied fields of expertise with long associations through quality workmanship, savvy representation and tight operating systems/procedures.