Chris Chen
Auckland
Summary
Proactive and capable Quantity Surveying graduate with practical experience in site coordination, project supervision, material management, carpentry, QA inspections, and council compliance. Demonstrated ability to support project teams, assist supervisors, and ensure construction quality. Seeking a junior supervisory or project assistant role in a professional construction company to further develop construction management skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Site Supervisor / Site Coordinator
Construction Company
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted the site supervisor in managing daily site operations and staff coordination
- Organized and purchased construction materials, ensuring timely delivery to site
- Supported cost tracking and site documentation for project reporting
- Assisted with council inspections and compliance preparation
- Coordinated with subcontractors and other trades to maintain construction schedules
- Monitored site safety and adherence to regulations, assisting in risk management
Junior QA Supervisor - Structural Steel
TNT Construction Limited
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported QA inspection and supervision of structural steel installation (beams, columns)
- Assisted in verifying construction against drawings and technical specifications
- Maintained inspection records and coordinated with site supervisor for issue resolution
- Assisted in QA processes for cladding and finishing works
- Gained hands-on experience in compliance and quality assurance practices within large-scale commercial projects
Carpentry & Construction Assistant
NZICC Commercial Project
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted in carpentry and timber installation tasks, ensuring structural integrity
- Collaborated with other trades to maintain project progress and quality standards
- Conducted inspections of tools, equipment, and site areas to ensure safety and efficiency
- Supported daily site operations, including cleanliness, tool maintenance, and minor finishing works
- Participated in site workflow planning and progress tracking
Education
Bachelor - Quantity Surveying
Massey University
01.2022
Skills
- Technical Skills
- Site coordination and project assistance
- Material purchasing and supplier liaison
- Reading and interpreting construction drawings
- QA inspection and compliance support (steel & timber)
- Council inspection and regulatory compliance
- Software
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Personal Skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Team player and strong learner
- Bilingual: English & Chinese
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Chinese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Site Supervisor / Site Coordinator
Construction Company
02.2024 - 02.2025
Junior QA Supervisor - Structural Steel
TNT Construction Limited
05.2023 - 02.2024
Carpentry & Construction Assistant
NZICC Commercial Project
05.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor - Quantity Surveying
Massey University