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