Vincenzo Marino
Annandale
Summary
High-performing built environment professional with expertise in commercial property, main contracting, contract negotiations, and complex procurement deliver; coupled with tertiary qualifications in Construction Management and Property. Results focused professional with a broad range of skills in building effective client customer relationships. I am an experienced and motivated built environment professional with almost 20 years experience, in delivering quality infrastructure projects in both the public and private sectors within Australia and abroad.
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organisational skills built during successful career. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Well-versed in building positive relationships with customers and other stakeholders. Strong requirements gathering, scope development and inventory coordination abilities. Skilled at overseeing complex, high-value technical projects with excellent planning competencies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager NWVR Project Delivery
Department of Education & Training
11.2019 - Current
- Managed the delivery of the Capital Works Programs for the North West Victoria Region (NWVR) within the Department of Education's Victorian School School Building Authority.
- Responsible for the leadership and management of the NWVR project delivery team in all aspects of the teams operations ranging from personal issues to project delivery and financial management.
- NWVR Project Delivery teams projects have ranges from $200K to $30 million with a total annual portfolio ranging up to $500 million.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframe.
- Maintained professional, organised, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy stakeholders.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Senior Project Officer
Department of Education & Training
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Coordinated numerous small- and large-scale projects to meet client requirements.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Updated stakeholders and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Kept senior management well-informed by preparing and presenting project status reports.
- Organized scope, schedule and contracts for whole lifecycle of projects.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to stakholders.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
Construction Manager
Inner West Council
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Successfully delivered 3 multi million commercial projects for Inner West Council, through a Construction Company which I was part founder and Director. The projects included:
- King George Park Amenities and Sporting Facilities – construction of a new public amenities and sporting club
facility including groundworks, services installation, hardwood timber structure, fitout of amenities / kiosk and
landscaping.
Birchgrove Caretakers Store and Amenity – construction of a new public amenity and caretakers storage
facility including groundworks, piling, services installation, concrete structure, fitout of the new amenities. Responsibility for the design and construction of a new soil nail retaining wall also carried out.
Leichhardt Park Amenities - construction of a new public amenities including groundworks, hardwood timber
structure, fitout of amenities and landscaping. Responsibility for the design and construction of new hydraulic and electrical services located throughout the public domain was also provided. - Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Supervised team of construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Developed and implemented quality control plan to guarantee highest standards of workmanship.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Prepared and managed project budgets to accurately track costs and expenses.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for contractor personnel and subcontractors.
- Established and maintained relationships with suppliers to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
Project Manager
Property NSW and Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority
08.2010 - 07.2016
- Successfully delivered over $20 million Capital Program works for State Government Authority including:
- White Bay Power Station Conservation and Stabilisation
Metcalfe Bond Stores Base Building Upgrade and Conservation Works
Old Police Station Adaptive Re-use and Conservation Works
Science House Base Building Upgrade and Refurbishment Works
The Rocks Public Domain upgrade and activation works - Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to stakeholders.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Sourced, vetted and managed consultants needed to accomplish project goals.
Project Manager
Amitran Pty Ltd
11.2007 - 08.2010
- Develop, manage and delivery of major works associated with the adaptive reuse of an industrial heritage complex. including the successful completion and delivery of a 1700 sqm building within budget and a 4 month timeframe for Dimension Studios, one of Australia’s leading suppliers of creative photographic solutions.
- Successful completion and delivery of the MasterChef Kitchen building for Fremantle Media.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for these large projects.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
- Managed projects from procurement to commissioning.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Sourced, vetted and managed consultants and subcontractors needed to accomplish project goals.
Site Engineer
DAMAC Properties
05.2007 - 10.2007
- Managed and coordinated the design and construction of the first ten floors of Jemeriah Lake Towers fit out work
and finishes. - Managed and coordinated subcontractor teams for the successful completion and handover of residential
apartment for lease / sale. - Develop, manage and implement a quality control system for all contractors.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
- Ordered and tracked delivery of construction materials and supplies.
- Applied engineering principles to troubleshooting and followed up on defined corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences.
- Gathered data, incorporating into drawings, and schematics.
- Compiled and presented reports explaining project details to non-technical stakeholders.
- Monitored progress on site and consulted with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
- Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
- Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Identified and resolved potential structural and fitout issues.
Site Engineer
Sir Robert McAlpine
10.2006 - 05.2007
- On site supervision and management of all fitout and services trade subcontractors associated with O2 Arena stadium concessions, amenities, kiosks, bars and commercial kitchens.
- Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
- Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
- Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
- Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
- Ordered and tracked delivery of construction materials and supplies.
- Compiled and presented reports explaining project details to non-technical stakeholders.
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Tested soils and materials to determine foundation strength.
- Facilitated construction by mapping out utility installations and establishing reference points, grades and elevations.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
- Performed construction observation and took soil samples.
Contract Administrator
RG Group
04.2006 - 10.2006
- Contract administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts for Sainsbury's Sounth Kensington and Streatham in London, UK.
- Exposure to large scale retail project within a live environment and fast paced programming
- Preparing tender documents for sub-contractor pricing.
- Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
- Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
- Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared and issued reports on contract performance and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between involved parties to enable timely contract sign-off.
- Negotiated and reviewed contracts to protect company interests.
- Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
- Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of the company.
Contract Administrator
JA Dodd
10.2005 - 04.2006
- Preparing subcontractor trade packages and Scope of Works for the Superclinics Projects in Melbourne, Australia.
- Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
- Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
- Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared and issued reports on contract performance and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between involved parties to enable timely contract sign-off.
- Addressed contract disputes and provided advice and guidance to resolve issues.
- Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
- Oversaw contracts for subcontractors using both manual and automated strategies.
- Tracked contract milestones and updated stakeholders to facilitate project progress.
- Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
Project Coordinator
AW Edwards
02.2002 - 10.2005
- Tendering and preparing subcontractor packages for the following projects:
- Australia Post Parcel Distribution Centre
- Queenwood School for Girls
- Eden Gardens
- Resmed
- Kept subcontractors on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
- Supervised multiple subcontractors from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Sourced, vetted and managed subcontractors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
Education
Diploma of Leadership & Management -
Swinburne University
01.2021
Graduate Certificate in Property and Planning -
University of Technology
01.2010
Bachelor of Building in Construction Management -
University of Technology
01.2004
Skills
- Performance Management
- Expense Tracking
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Financial Management
- Staff Development
- Contract Management
- Policy Implementation
- Workforce Management
- Expectation Setting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Staff Management
- Project Management
Certification
- Registered Building Practitioner in VIC (Structural Fit-out), CBL-44607
- Licenced Contractor in NSW (Builder), 207158C
Expertise Offered
- Project Delivery
- Design Management
- Contract Administration
- Construction Management
- Budget Management
- Team Management
- Resource Management
- Project Reporting
- Risk Management
- Technical Writing
- Stakeholder Management
Timeline
Manager NWVR Project Delivery
Department of Education & Training
11.2019 - Current
Senior Project Officer
Department of Education & Training
01.2018 - 11.2019
Construction Manager
Inner West Council
08.2016 - 01.2018
Project Manager
Property NSW and Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority
08.2010 - 07.2016
Project Manager
Amitran Pty Ltd
11.2007 - 08.2010
Site Engineer
DAMAC Properties
05.2007 - 10.2007
Site Engineer
Sir Robert McAlpine
10.2006 - 05.2007
Contract Administrator
RG Group
04.2006 - 10.2006
Contract Administrator
JA Dodd
10.2005 - 04.2006
Project Coordinator
AW Edwards
02.2002 - 10.2005
Diploma of Leadership & Management -
Swinburne University
Graduate Certificate in Property and Planning -
University of Technology
Bachelor of Building in Construction Management -
University of Technology
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