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Project Manager

Location:
Joondalup, WA, 6027, Australia
Posted:
March 01, 2017

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RESUME

NAME: DIMITRIOS CHRISTODOULAKIS

US Citizen / Australian Citizen

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering (BSCE)

- University of South Florida (Dec 2000)

Masters in Business Administration (MBA)

- University of Phoenix (Nov 2003)

Bachelor of Laws (2nd Year) - Edith Cowen University (Present)

Certifications:

Certified General Contractor (CGC) - CGC1506538

Construction White Card Certification

Confined Space AS/NZS 2865.2001

Working at Heights AS/NZS 1891:4

OSHA Supervisory Training & Safety

Quality Management QC/QA

Residential Construction Inspection

Professional Development:

Project Planner / Forensic Planner

Project Management / Project Engineer / Site Engineer

Construction Analysis/Estimating

Construction Resource Analysis & Negotiations

Quality / Safety & Compliance Management

ADR – Alternate Dispute Resolution unit achieved from ECU

Key Forensic Planning Skills:

Assisting with dispute resolution and claims planning matters on multiple projects, including construction scheduling, delay and disruption analysis.

Project based tasks to include fact-finding to detailed analysis, quantification of delay and damages, forensic construction documentation exploration.

Critical Path Analysis; demonstration of critical paths & consequent disruptions.

Development of the master and construction schedules, liaison with works package contractors to ensure all programmes are consistent with the construction schedule.

Demonstration of entitlement to EoT occurring as a result of delay/ disruption/ loss of efficiency. Development of work fragnets to demonstrate entitlement to EoT, drafting of claim and negotiation strategy.

Development of the works baseline programme using Primavera P6.

Capable of communicating effectively to all facets of construction/engineering personnel.

AFFILIATIONS: Engineers Institute of Australia

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Concrete Institute

Housing Inspection Foundation

Software:

P6 - Primavera Project Scheduling

P3 - Primavera Project Scheduling

SureTrak

Microsoft Project & Microsoft Office Applications

Languages:

English, fluent in Greek, conversational Spanish

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Jun 2016 – Present Systech International / PCC / Anwest Constructions Pty Ltd

Claims Analyst / Forensic Planner

Systech / PCC - Reporting to the Director of Claims, responsible for contractor claims analysis, analysing contractor schedules and progress reports, performing critical path analysis of schedule, prepare independent schedule impact analysis of complex claims and change orders, drafting of counter claims for contractor extensions of time claims.

Anwest – Development of Project Schedules for refurbishment projects throughout the Perth metropolitan area. Works consisting of, subcontractor management, periodic progress updates, monthly reporting and critical path method analysis.

Mar 2016 – Jun 2016 Camco Engineering

Implementation Engineer

Reporting to Project Manager, project consisted of refurbishment and installation of the Marine Loading Arms at the Karatha Gas Plant. Performed project engineering duties in equipment and material procurement, destruct and construct work packs of the loading arms, function testing, inspection and documentation close outs. Generated shut down schedules for site support.

Sep 2015 – Mar 2016 Turner & Townsend (contracted on a casual basis)

Claims Analyst / Forensic Planner

Reporting to the Director of Claims, responsible for contractor claims analysis, analysing contractor schedules and progress reports, performing critical path analysis of schedule, prepare independent schedule impact analysis of complex claims and change orders, drafting of counter claims for contractor extensions of time claims.

Jun 2015 – Sep 2015 Hertel Modern – Barrow Island

Work Pack Engineer

Reporting to Operations Manager, liaising with site supervisors regarding painting and insulation works of oil and gas platforms, duties consisted of ensuring all work packs are kept up to date with work requirements, specifications and drawings. Managed scope change on the project. Managed resource requirements for each specific task. Liaised with client and Project Manager on a periodic basis for project updates.

May 2015 – Jun 2015 Mark Jones Consulting, Pty Ltd – Construction Adjudicator

Construction Consultant

Forensically investigate construction documentation; i.e. Construction Applications and Response of Adjudications, Daily construction logs, Project Schedules, Contracts, Invoices, Construction Correspondence, and generate a “Scott Schedule” highlighting construction Issues, Analyzing the Relevant law, applying the law to the relevant construction dispute issue and summarizing in report construction analysis.

Apr 2015 – May 2015 AES Auriemma Electrical Services

Forensic Planner

Wickham Wastewater Treatment Plant; Electrical Works.

Project Schedule development; liaising with electrical supervisors and key personnel on site in the development of the electrical construction schedule.

Maintaining and updating project schedule communicating relevant information to management personnel on site.

Forensic construction document exploration for delay analysis

Development and implementation of work delay fragnets demonstrating disruption and delay of work utilizing Primavera EoT claims

Feb 2012 – Mar 2015 CHEVRON (OIL & GAS)

HES Planning & Performance Specialist

WHEATSTONE PROJECT

Wheatstone Project: Phase 4, Approvals for Implementation

Project development; liaising with environmental leads, and HES managers for progress reporting

Maintaining and Updating Key Interface Milestones Register & Reporting on HES key deliverable focus items

Deliver HES planning monthly report based upon analysis of overall HES project schedule including dashboard reporting

Developed high level interface milestone schedule points for project deliverables support

Maintains key communication throughout regarding dynamic life of schedule, critical path analysis, and look ahead tasks

Jun 2011 - Jan 2013 TWSP (EPCM)

Senior Planner / Project Engineer

IRON ORE EXPANSION PROJECTS, WEST AFRICA, NORTHERN TERRITORY W.A

Newmont Tamami is constructing a shaft to hoist the ore currently being trucked up the Callie Decline as the mine is now 1.4km deep, impacting on productivity and increasing the cost per ounce. The construction of a shaft has the potential to extend the life of the mine from the end of 2015 to 2025. The construction of this shaft is known as the Tanami Shaft Project (the Project). As Senior Planner duties consisted of:

Development of High Level Schedule with periodic updates

Interface with Lead Engineers, Project & Construction Managers for schedule development and periodic updates

Ensured project schedule analysis and studies of problem areas to determine criticality of schedule activities

Created variance reports and highlighted areas of slippage that needed to be addressed on a weekly basis

Jan 2010 - Jun 2011 CALIBRE GLOBAL (EPCM)

Senior Planner

RIO TINTO, HOPE DOWNS 4 RAIL EXPANSION; IRON ORE

Rio Tinto Iron Ore (RTIO) is expanding the capacity of the Rio Tinto Railway Division to increase its 150 Mtpa to the capacity base case of 220 Mtpa. As Senior Planner duties consisted of:

Liaised with various project engineers for compilation of information needed in the development of Definitive Study and Construction Implementation Schedules

Corresponded with the Project Manager on a day to day basis for updates, changes or progress in logic, durations and Critical Path Activity

Resource loaded schedule determining camp capacity for various construction personnel

Monitored and reported critical path and schedule performance

Promoted project covenants and objectives

Dec 2008 - Jan 2010 FAST JV (EPCM)

Statutory Environmental Approvals / Engineering Planner

BHP BILLITON RGP6/RGP7 NEWMAN HUB & PORT HEDLAND EXPANSIONS, WA

BHPBIO proposed to expand its iron ore operations RGP6/7 on several mine & port locations, including rail, power, mine & port expansions and upgrades. As lead planner for the Environmental Planning Department duties consisted of:

Liaised with the Environmental Statutory planners for comprehension of material

Supervised a team of 3 planners for schedule development, maintenance and monitoring

Supported development of scheduling standards and procedures

Ensured project schedule analysis and studies of problem areas to determine criticality of schedule activities

Monitored and reported critical path and schedule performance

Promoted project covenants and objectives

Feb 2007 - Dec 2008 MPD JV (EPCM)

Site Engineer / Planner / Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

BHP BILLITON, NEWMAN - PERTH WA

BHPBIO proposed to expand its iron ore operations on several mine sites. Project consisted of the Infrastructure upgrade, demolition of pre-existing mine operation facilities, village housing / office complex expansions and mine operations expansions. Duties consisted of:

Overseeing infrastructure deconstruction and construction of camp village and office facilities, offering technical support to construction team

Weekly / monthly manpower resource update and reporting

Review Management Plans i.e. Traffic, Safety, Emergency prior to mobilization

Weekly updating progress & reporting

Develop As-Plan Schedules for the continuation of works

Punch listing & Inspection of modular homes and office complexes

Compare & analyze feasibility study with design quantities for pricing

Material Take Offs & Analysis of various works on site

Sep 2006 - Feb 2007 MPD JV (EPCM)

Planner / Rail Project Engineer

BHP BILLITON (RAIL) - MARILLANA WA

BHBIO proposed to expand its iron ore operations on several mine sites. Project consisted of the Rail upgrade, demolition of pre-existing rail lines, construction on new rail lines & turnouts, earthworks and light camp upgrades. As Site & Planning Engineer duties consisted of:

Develop As-Planned Schedules; update periodically for work progress

Report weekly to the Construction Manager the progress on each work area and relay information back to Perth through CMS

Utilizing P3 Primavera for planning works and critical shut down programs for rail construction

Updating weekly progress through Citrix & CMS back to head office in Perth

Claims analysis and Project Demobilization

Feb 2006 - Aug 2006 ROCHE MINING - TOM PRICE, WA

Project Engineer/QA.QC

Goal of the Brownfield Mine Expansions project is to increase the capacity of Tom Price High Grade from 19Mtpa to 22Mtpa meeting the market demand and match the exported port capacity. As Project Engineer duties consisted of:

Provided technical support (TQ’s, work permits, Sub Contract agreements) to the construction team

Maintained and updated QC reports; MDR report and final submission

Material control and procurement; verifying compliance with specifications

Updated project schedules and manning schedules

Chaired tool box meetings, and various pre start meetings

Oct 2004 - Jan 2006 M&J CONSTRUCTION - TARPON SPRINGS FL

Deputy Project Manager

M&J Construction were involved in multiple bridge repair and maintenance projects consisting of Cable Stayed, Bascule, Suspension, concrete and steel bridges. As Deputy Project Manager daily duties consisted of:

Providing technical assistance to Operation Managers, Project Managers, and Field Superintendents from the commencement of bridge construction to project completion

Site supervised field personnel up to 30 trade workers in the removal and replacement of existing span lock machinery, post tensioning repair, concrete spall repairs, and roadway repairs

Attended pre-bid and progress meetings with client and convey back to the President and Vice President of Company

Schedule development, maintenance of traffic design, material procurement and close out documentation

Site mobilization and field coordination

Feb 2003 - Jun 2004 J2 ENGINEERING, INC., DBA - TAMPA FL

Project Engineer

Gained considerable experience as a Project Engineer in several medium to large-scale governmental construction projects such as, the US Army Corps of Engineers, United States Coast Guard, United States Department of Agriculture, and the United States Navy:

Prepared budgets and breakdown for payments; schedule of values

Updated progress of as constructed items on site with field inspectors for monthly payment submissions

Provided technical assistance to construction personnel (Change Orders, RFI’s, project submittals and close out documentation

CPM scheduling, sub-contractor organization

Developed organizational assessment report

Dec 2000 - Feb 2003 HILL INTERNATIONAL / CHITESTER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, INC - TAMPA, FL

Forensic Planner (re-hired June 6, 2004)

Heavily involved with an extensive variety of projects in contemplation of litigation and arbitration:

Assisted construction litigators in claims analysis by performing research of productivity, CPM scheduling and relationships between project costs and duration

Redesigned CPM Schedule of a $1.3 billion dollar carpet factory; checked for inconsistencies in construction logic and project durations

Project cost analysis, analysing scope changes and project delays, performed time impact analysis on delay claims

Periodic progress updates and site inspections

Constructability reviews and project take-offs

May 1997 - Dec 2000 DORIC CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION - CLEARWATER, FL

Construction Journeyman

Acquired invaluable experiences in commercial and residential construction projects:

Designed and constructed reinforcement foundations for both residential and commercial projects

Constructed timber and steel frames, excavated, surveyed properties, and inspected homes and commercial buildings

Assisted in various phases of construction work such as; concrete, masonry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, tiling, general demotion & renovation

References & Detailed Project Listing upon Request



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