Carla Poulson
About Carla Poulson
Carla Poulson is a Senior Business Administrator at Arup in Brisbane, with extensive experience in project administration, mentoring, and quality control.
Current Position at Arup
Carla Poulson has held the position of Senior Business Administrator at Arup since 2008, based in Brisbane. She performs a wide range of administrative functions that support various departments, including project administration, bid assistance, and financial reporting. Carla also provides invoicing support, helping to ensure that all financial transactions are accurate and up-to-date.
Previous Experience in Office Management
Before joining Arup, Carla worked at Groove Accessories Pty Ltd as an Office Manager from 2004 to 2008. This role involved managing daily office operations, supporting staff, and overseeing organizational workflows to improve efficiency.
Background in Accounts and Training Management
Carla Poulson was employed at One Zero Communications as an Accounts & Training Manager from 2000 to 2004, also based in Brisbane. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing accounts and conducting training sessions, contributing significantly to the company's operational success.
Education and Accounting Credentials
Carla studied Accounting at Bremer College of TAFE, earning an Associate Diploma in Business Accounting from 1991 to 1993. She completed her secondary education at Redbank Plains State High School, where she studied from 1988 to 1991.
Project Involvement and Administrative Roles
Since April 2011, Carla has been involved in the administration of major jetty projects, including QCLNG, GLNG, and APLNG. She also mentors and trains new administrative support staff within the Arup Brisbane office. Additionally, she organizes and presents monthly group meetings as part of the Civil Structures Group and participates in the Quality committee, overseeing quality control and scorecard monitoring.
Human Resources and Organizational Support
Carla Poulson assists the HR department at Arup with onboarding and offboarding processes, including managing seating and resourcing arrangements. Her role ensures smooth transitions for new hires and departing employees, contributing to the overall productivity and efficiency of the office.