Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Eric Latu

Eric Latu

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Junior site manager with nearly three years of experience at Dominion Constructors, assisting the site manager and engineers and supporting the delivery of major commercial projects. Skilled in site supervision, safety compliance, and ensuring work meets project specifications. Proficient in interpreting plans, coordinating labour, managing documentation, quality assurance, and inventory. Recognised for productivity, problem-solving, and teamwork, consistently contributing to projects delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Site Manager

Dominion Constructors
Junior , AUCK
11.2022 - 06.2025
  • Supervised daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, construction specifications, and regulatory requirements.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide construction activities, assigning tasks based on workers' skills and qualifications.
  • Documented site activities, changes, and incidents for project records and reporting.
  • Supervised and monitored project subcontractors and labor force.
  • Managed materials and resources by tracking inventory, ordering supplies, and inspecting building materials for quality assurance.
  • Conducted site inspections to monitor construction progress and compliance.

Hammer Hand/Assisting Carpenter

Wolf Contracting
Auckland, AUK
11.2016 - 07.2020
  • Assisted in framing walls, ceilings, and floor joists according to plans, cutting lumber to size using hand and power tools.
  • Utilized levels, plumb bobs, and lasers to align structures accurately during installation.
  • Supported formwork and scaffolding installation and erection, ensuring safe and efficient work environments.
  • Maintained and operated construction equipment and tools, including loading/unloading materials with forklifts or cranes, and performed minor repairs on existing structures.
  • Assisted skilled tradespeople in completing construction projects efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

UNITEC Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ
06-2026

Associate of Science - NZDE Civil Engineering

UNITEC Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ
11-2026

Associate of Science - Major in Mathematic

Tonga International Academy
Tonga
10-2014

Associate of Arts - General Studies

'Atenisi Institute
Tonga
11-2012

Skills

  • Site supervision
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Safety compliance
  • Material ordering
  • Quality assurance
  • Subcontractor management
  • Waste management
  • Building codes compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Construction documentation
  • Site inspection
  • Construction safety

Affiliations

Actively involved in the Onehunga community, attend Tongan cultural and kava sessions, and volunteer with youth rugby and church groups to promote leadership and teamwork.

Accomplishments

  • Worked as a cadet site manager at Dominion Constructors on major commercial builds, including the Auckland International Airport multi-level carpark and National Storage Facility (Marua Rd), both completed and handed over to the client. Responsibilities included supporting daily operations, supervising subcontractors, assisting site engineers, managing SSSP, and ensuring safety compliance.

Certification

  • New Zealand driver's license
  • SSSP—Site Safe Card

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Junior Site Manager

Dominion Constructors
11.2022 - 06.2025

Hammer Hand/Assisting Carpenter

Wolf Contracting
11.2016 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Construction Management

UNITEC Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - NZDE Civil Engineering

UNITEC Institute of Technology

Associate of Science - Major in Mathematic

Tonga International Academy

Associate of Arts - General Studies

'Atenisi Institute
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