Renie Fernandes
Be the Best Version of Yourself: Mastering Self-Growth and Project Success
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My exposure to large and small retail, commercial, residential and mixed-use capital work projects’ design and delivery over the past 20 years has taught me to think strategically and pragmatically, positioning me as a subject matter expert who is able to imagine, connect and direct teams towards tangible objectives and strategic results. I enjoy adding value to various built-environments by developing strategies that deliver high quality design outcomes and drive business performance.
Early childhood education group
Captial Works Program Manager - National
As a member of the Property Leadership team, I played a pivotal role in shaping strategic decisions, overseeing financial matters, and spearheading projects aimed at establishing safe, compliant, and functional educational facilities. My responsibilities extend to steering both major and minor capital works initiatives spanning across 450 childcare centers. Within this role, I lead a dedicated team of five direct reports, ensuring seamless project delivery while upholding consistent standards and quality. One of my key achievements includes the establishment of a delivery PMO, aimed at fostering best project management practices.
Project Management Consultancy & Digital Agency
Project Director - National
Having been part of the senior leadership team, I led the delivery of retail and commercial projects across Australia, while also leading a team of six project managers. The portfolio was diverse, covering retail and commercial fit-outs, fixture development, and the rollout of pop-ups for events.
Major Retail Group
Head of Projects
Oversaw the Retail Design development, Construction, and Delivery of a diverse portfolio comprising 75 retail stores and warehouses spread across 8 countries, with a team of 17 professionals. Additionally, recognising the need for streamlined project management, I established a delivery PMO, providing teams with a structured framework to ensure the success of projects while also enhancing business development opportunities.
Multi-disciplinary Project Management Consultancy
Senior Account Director - National
Responsible for managing new projects, retro-fits and product launches for Samsung retail stores, shop-in-shops, and promotional stands across Australia and New Zealand
Major Retail Group
Senior Project Manager - National
Responsible for overseeing the store design, fit-out works, and maintenance of various retail brand stores across different countries, ensuring high-quality customer experiences. Designed & delivered a sports store that won the RetailME Award for the “Most admired store design”.
Major Retail Group
Head of Retail Projects
Responsible for overseeing the store design, fit-out works, and maintenance of various retail brand stores across different countries, ensuring high-quality customer experiences.
Major Mix-Use Real Estate Developer
Retail Design & Tenancy Coordinator
Responsible for managing and delivering Retail, F&B, and Short-term tenancies. This involves leading 40 client accounts through retail design management and fitout delivery processes. I enjoy promoting new ideas and guiding clients towards fresh designs to enhance their spaces. Additionally, I ensure that all clients meet their financial obligations before their stores are ready to open for trading.
Major Mix-Use Real Estate Developer
Retail Design & Tenancy Coordinator
Responsible for managing Design Control Plans, Retail Design guidelines, Tenant Manuals, and Standard Operating Procedures for interior fit-out works and daily operations. Leading site selection efforts with prospective tenants and the leasing department was a key aspect that I enjoyed. Additionally, overseeing Operational Assets within the Shopping Centre, Offices, and Residences while handling design management and delivery of various retail establishments such as stores, F&B outlets, Kiosks, including POP-UP Shops was also part of my responsibilities.
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