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Aaron Kopelani

Wellington

Summary

A capable and competent builder with a strong background in residential home building and expertise in project management and site supervision. Successfully oversaw completion of numerous home construction projects, ensuring quality and on time delivery to clients. Work well in a team environment where we support each other in our work. People know me as the hands on, reliable and fast builder who drives to deliver quality work. I am the guy that just gets the job done and goes home to my family.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Residential Home Builder

Black Rock Titan Ltd
01.2025 - Current

• Timely delivery of quality residential builds
• Foundation work, framing, installing windows and doors, finishing work
• Working with a team of six, reporting to the supervisor
• Training and directing apprentices
• Communicating with inspectors on days of inspection
• Build relationships with other teams working on nearby sites
• Safe use of both hand and power tools
• Comply with health and safety regulations

Lead Builder

A and T Constructions Ltd
02.2020 - 07.2024

• Lead day-to-day projects while on tools
• Delegating tasks and supervising a team of carpenters.
• Trained and coached junior carpenters
• Ensured compliance with building codes by thoroughly reviewing design plans before starting a project
• Maintained organized records of blueprints, plans, and specifications for easy access during the construction process.
• Worked with a great team, open communication among us
• High-quality carpentry work - Customer satisfaction
• Completed projects on time and within budget
• Managed the movement of materials and equipment to job sites, so projects started on time
• Reduced material waste by ensuring accurate measurements and sharing cutting techniques

Builder

Do Builders Ltd
02.2017 - 04.2020

• Inspired by supervisor to focus on quality of work
• Learnt that quality and quantity go hand in hand
• Seldom maintained relationship with each client, understanding needs and addressing any concerns on behalf of owner due to language barrier
• Established building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols with supervisor
• Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications to support myself and team
• Gained all the essential knowledge and skills for building in this role

Education

Certificate in Carpentry Level 4 - Carpentry

WelTec
Petone, NZ
02.2015 - 04.2018

Skills

Full Drivers License

Quality focus

Managing Materials

Safety regulations

Site supervision

Building codes compliance

Construction scheduling

Effective communication

Time management

Materials handling

Hand and power tool operation

Teamwork and collaboration

Interests

  • Fixing up our property and teaching my son the importance of quality work
  • Training with my son for league season
  • Enjoy participating in social sports for overall physical and mental well-being

Timeline

Residential Home Builder

Black Rock Titan Ltd
01.2025 - Current

Lead Builder

A and T Constructions Ltd
02.2020 - 07.2024

Builder

Do Builders Ltd
02.2017 - 04.2020

Certificate in Carpentry Level 4 - Carpentry

WelTec
02.2015 - 04.2018
Aaron Kopelani