GENERAL MANAGER
Harry Pitkanen
Qualifications
• Bachelor of Applied Science (Building) University of Technology, Sydney
• Builders license - 54801 C
Project Experience
- 388 George St Refurb ($66m) .
- MIC North Sydney Refurb & Fitout ($45m)
- 56 Pitt St Refurb ($28m)
- Hordern Pavilion & Royal Hall of Industries Refurb ($12m)
- MLC Centre Refurb ($10m)
- Coca Cola Amatil Refurb & Fitout ($18m)
- State Street Fitout ($1 2m)
- Commonwealth Bank Refurb & Fitout ($15m)
- 55 Hunter St Refurb ($55m)
- Merino Refurb ($11 m)
- Theatre Royal Refurb ($3m)
- Campbelitown Refurb ($2m)
- Erina Fair Refurb & Fitout ($2m)
- Australia Square Refurb ($8m)
- Background and Experience
Background Experience
Harry has been involved in the construction industry for over 25 years in both a hands on and management role. The last fifteen years have been spent almost exclusively in the refurbishment and fitout sector of the commercial and retail markets. In 1999, Harry decided to establish his own company, utilising the wealth of experience and knowledge gained from his thirteen years at Lend Lease.
Harry completed his tertiary education whilst working as a foreman on various construction and refurbishment projects with lend lease. After completing his degree he progressed through site management roles where he was directly responsible for the successful delivery of projects in terms of time, cost and quality.
From this direct site involvement he moved to a Project Management role where his responsibilities encompassed the total project from the conception/design phase through to detailed design, negotiations and approvals to the eventual delivery and handover of the project.
During Harry’s final years at lend Lease, he was appointed Construction Manager for the Interiors division (refurbishment and fitout). He was directly responsible for the successful delivery of over thirty projects in the commercial and retail sectors with a total value of $300 million. His role as Construction Manager included the selection, appointment and allocation of key personnel and resources to form appropriately skilled project teams for the delivery phase of projects. He was responsible for negotiating with various construction unions, and reviewing the progress of projects, particularly in terms of time and cost, as well as quality, environmental health and safety requirements. aim
In his role as Managing Director of Maintek projects, Harry has instilled the disciplines, procedures and policies that made lend lease so successful, as core principles of the company. Harry has remained personally committed to the successful delivery of the company's projects in a manner exceeding our Clients expectations.
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Michael O'Connor
Qualifications
Bachelor of Building University of Western Sydney
Project Experience
- Olympic Hotel ($70m)
- Fox Studios Aust. ($200m)
- Hordern Pavilion & Royal Hall of Industries Refurb'($12m)
- Royal Exchange Refurb ($30m)
- Office Fitout ($5m)
- Arnotts Biscuits Factory ($200m)
- Commonwealth Bank Refurb & Fitout ($6m)
Background and Experience
MichaeI joined Maintek as an opportunity to develop and further his career with a new company, as well as helping the company grow into a successful Project Management and delivery organisation. Michael's career in the Building industry began in 1993 whilst he was still completing his university building degree. Prior to joining Maintek, Michael was involved in a wide array of projects for Lend lease, including commercial and industrial refurbishment projects, fitouts, processing plants, hotels and retail/leisure projects.
Michael quickly grasped the knowledge and experience to which he was exposed to at Lend lease, and was considered a senior member of any project team. Michael brings high levels of energy and enthusiasm to any project or challenge he encounters and his exposure to Client relations has enabled him to understand and focus upon meeting a Client's needs. He is beneficial in the successful delivery of any project.
Michael has been involved in establishing and managing disciplines and planning controls in all aspects of the delivery phase including construction programming, health and safety, environment and quality issues. These disciplines ensure that our Projects have successful outcomes and meet or exceed out Clients expectations.
Michael has recently successfully completed the refurbishment of the Commemorative Pavilion at Fox Studios which involved demolition of the Backlot Tour and converting the building into a Sound Studio.
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