Ian Richards

General Manager @ CJ Duncan | Construction Management | Business Management

Greater Sydney Area

About

With over 16 years at CJ Duncan, I lead strategic planning, financial management, and client relationship development to ensure excellence in construction and estimating operations. Our team specialises in delivering value-driven solutions across remedial, commercial, and cladding, consistently aligning with client needs and expectations. Previous roles in building consultancy and operations management have honed my expertise in resource management, construction scheduling, and detailed project scopes. Committed to process improvement and business expansion, I focus on fostering efficiencies within the corporate structure while enhancing service offerings to our clients.

Experience

  • General Manager at CJ Duncan
    Apr 2009 - Present · 17 yrs 3 mos

    - Management of all construction and estimating resources. - Major project tenders and construction management. - Maintaining client relationships. - Strategic planning. - Financial Management.

  • Building Consultant at Sergon Building Consultants
    Jan 2007 - Apr 2009 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Building condition assessment. • Detailed scopes of work for reinstatement. • Expert witness reports.

  • Operations Manager at HBS Group ( Formerly known as Heritage Building Services Pty Ltd)
    2004 - 2006 · 2 yrs

    • Resource management. • Engagement of subcontractors. • Management of costings and budgets. • Construction scheduling.