Kurt Hagenaars

• Managed daily business operations for produce sales, including budgeting, staffing, recruiting, inventory control, customer service, and sales.
• Provided leadership for up to 60 staff during peak seasons, including scheduling staffing levels according to expected daily business volume.
• Trained and supervised staff members in all aspects of sales operations.
• Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.

Experienced in managing high-end residential builds to completion, including homes up to 367 m², and project values up to $5 million. Proven ability to lead teams on-site, ensure quality craftsmanship, and maintain project timelines.

Key responsibilities included:

• Full project oversight of residential construction projects, from groundworks through to final handover.
• Coordination and supervision of subcontractors and site teams.
• Managed the development of two apprentices.
• Engagement with clients, architects, local council, and building inspectors.
• Ensuring compliance with building codes, health and safety, and consent conditions.
• Managing site logistics, materials, and daily progress reporting.
• Run toolbox meetings, assign tasks, and monitor progress to ensure the timely completion of projects within the schedule.
• Performed hands-on building work on architecturally designed residential houses.
• Inspected foundations, walls, floors, doors, windows, roofing, and tiling to ensure they meet NZ Building Code standards.

Progressed from Builder to Foreman within 12 months. Managed the construction of spec homes from foundations to final sign-off. Focused on one build at a time, ensuring attention to detail, and a strong team culture on-site.

Key responsibilities included:

• Sole site management of standalone spec home builds, coordinating all trades and suppliers.
• Maintained construction quality and addressed any issues with subcontractors as they arose, to ensure expectations and standards were maintained.
• Acted as the primary point of contact for site inspections, material deliveries, and site-based decisions.
• Maintained site health and safety protocols, and daily reporting.
• Trained and mentored three apprentices through to full qualification, fostering a strong capability and work ethic.

Completed an apprenticeship in residential construction, gaining hands-on experience across all stages of the build process. Developed strong technical skills, site awareness, and a solid foundation in quality building practices.

Qualified as an exterior plasterer after completing a full apprenticeship, gaining hands-on experience with cement-based and acrylic systems on residential builds.