Matt Richardson
Egmont Village
Summary
With 20+ years of experience in Project/Contract Management & Leadership roles in the Civil Infrastructure Industry, I have developed expertise in Project/Process Management, Team Leadership, Business Acumen, and Problem Solving. Currently serving as the Infrastructure Delivery Lead at the New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) for 7 years, I successfully manage the NPDC Transportation Maintenance & Renewals Programme. Thriving in collaborative environments, I excel at working with diverse teams to drive success for individuals and businesses. As the Assistant Service Manager - Transportation, I played a pivotal role in the award-winning NEC Collaborative Contract for the NPDC Infrastructure Term Services Contract. I prioritize Health & Safety and consistently ensure that my teams are aware of the importance of setting high standards and surpassing expectations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Infrastructure Delivery Lead
New Plymouth District Council
01.2017 - Current
- Responsible for the delivery of the Transportation Maintenance & Renewals Programme and Project Manager for several projects within the NPDC Capital Works Programme.
- Budget holder with accountability of expenditure and forecasting of $30M programme.
- Currently manage a team of 8 including Contract Managers and Network Inspectors
- Service Manager for the NPDC 10-year NEC 4 Infrastructure Term Services Contract with Downer
Taranaki Branch Manager
City Care Ltd
02.2013 - 01.2017
- Responsible for operational delivery and contract management for the NPDC Water & Waste 3 waters Maintenance Contract
- 35 Direct Reports including Administration, Contract Managers, Supervisors and Operators.
- Increased branch revenue by 37% and 17% at EBIT
- HSE Management of all operations across the Supply Chain.
- Mentoring of staff through various industry training initiatives
Branch Manager / Senior Contract Manager
Downer NZ Ltd
10.2011 - 02.2013
- Contract Management of Whakatane DC Roading Maintenance contract
- Project Management of Renewals Projects for NZTA and Whakatane DC
- Emergency Response Management of Storm Repairs on SH35
- Direct Reports = 22
Roading Maintenance Contract Manager
Transfield Services Ltd
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Contract Management of Whangarei DC Roading South Network Annual Value = $5.5M
- Direct Reports = 28.
- Seconded to assist with the management of storm damage repairs and tender preparation.
Roading Maintenance Contract Manager
Fulton Hogan
08.2008 - 10.2010
- Contract Management of NPDC Rural Roading Maintenance Contract
- Direct Reports = 42
Network Operations Engineer
MWH NZ Ltd
10.2007 - 08.2008
- Project Management of Hastings DC Traffic Signals & Streetlight Maintenance Contract
- Project Management of Minor Safety Improvement Programme
- Network Inspections and Data Collection; Kerb & Channel and Footpath Renewals
Network Operations Engineer
MWH NZ Ltd
01.2005 - 10.2007
- Project Management & Supervision of SH Asphalt Resurfacing Contracts
- Service Agreements Manager - Reviewing & Approving entry agreements for works within the SH reserve
- Traffic Management Plan approvals; Network Inspections Assistance with Minor Safety Improvement Projects
Design Engineer
Hyder Consulting
01.2004 - 11.2004
- Network Inspections and Data Collection Consultation with critical customers and end user groups for development projects
- Project Development designs using AutoCAD and MX
Roading Programming Engineer
New Plymouth District Council
09.2001 - 12.2003
- Assistance with the delivery of the annual roading programme
- Assist with the financial management of the roading programme, incl Professional Services Claim Approvals
- Management of Roading related customer enquiries
- Assistance with the Urban & Rural Roading Maintenance Contracts, incl Network Inspections, Contract Meetings
Education
Bachelor of Business - Management
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
01.2020
NZCE Civil - Civil Engineering
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
01.2006
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
NEC Accredited Project Manager -
Constructing Excellence New Zealand
Skills
- Collaborative Contract Leadership
- Budget Accountability
- Leading High Performing Teams
- Customer Service
- Asset Management Lifecycle Reporting
- Programme & Project Management
Timeline
Infrastructure Delivery Lead
New Plymouth District Council
01.2017 - Current
Taranaki Branch Manager
City Care Ltd
02.2013 - 01.2017
Branch Manager / Senior Contract Manager
Downer NZ Ltd
10.2011 - 02.2013
Roading Maintenance Contract Manager
Transfield Services Ltd
10.2010 - 10.2011
Roading Maintenance Contract Manager
Fulton Hogan
08.2008 - 10.2010
Network Operations Engineer
MWH NZ Ltd
10.2007 - 08.2008
Network Operations Engineer
MWH NZ Ltd
01.2005 - 10.2007
Design Engineer
Hyder Consulting
01.2004 - 11.2004
Roading Programming Engineer
New Plymouth District Council
09.2001 - 12.2003
NZCE Civil - Civil Engineering
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Bachelor of Business - Management
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
NEC Accredited Project Manager -
Constructing Excellence New Zealand
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