AKHIL GOPALAKRISHNAN NAIR
Auckland,Morningside
Summary
Experienced with project scheduling and coordination. Utilizes planning tools to ensure timely project completion and resource management. Knowledge of team collaboration and effective communication strategies to drive project success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Planning Engineer
National Basics Company Ltd
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocations to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Developed and maintained detailed project documentation for compliance and review processes.
- Assisted in preparing cost estimates and budgets for various engineering projects.
- Assisted in the preparation of bid proposals, incorporating accurate estimates of timeframes, resources, costs, risks, and contingencies involved in projects.
- Managed 4 construction projects simultaneously, supervising 10 site crew members and coordinating over 150 labourers to ensure on-time and safe project delivery.
Asst.Planning-Billing Engineer & Quantity Surveyor
Prathmesh & K.K Constructions (JV)
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Prepared detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and progress claims for major infrastructure projects valued at INR 174 crore (≈ NZD 34 million), including the Canal Extension Project (KIIFB – KIIDC) and Kerala State Transport Project (KSTP).
- Reviewed contract documents and coordinated with project managers, site engineers, and clients to ensure accurate invoicing in line with contractual terms and milestone schedules.
- Managed financial reporting, cost tracking, and variation control, ensuring transparency and early identification of cost variances.
- Investigated and resolved billing discrepancies, improving cash-flow accuracy and client satisfaction.
- Supported procurement and subcontractor payments by verifying work measurements and BOQs against site progress.
Assistant Billing and Planning Engineer
Go Ahead Infraspace Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared progress reports, and billing documents for 206 Km INR 860 Cr highway project.
- Managed billing processes to ensure timely invoicing and payment collection.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance accuracy in billing operations.
- Collaborated with project managers to align billing procedures with project milestones.
- Regularly updated financial systems with accurate project data, facilitating informed decision-making by management.
Execution Engineer
Capacite Infra Projects Ltd
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Measured quantities, supervised site works, and maintained detailed billing records for a ₹350 crore residential tower project.
- Executed project plans in accordance with drawings and quality standards, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams, including design, procurement, and subcontractors, to streamline construction workflows.
- Monitored site activities, identified potential risks or delays, and implemented corrective measures to maintain progress.
- Optimized resource allocation labour, materials, and equipment to improve on-site efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Trainee Engineer
AARNA PROJECT & DEVELOPERS
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Developed engineering solutions to optimize project workflows.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Updated project documentation and distributed to appropriate project personnel.
Education
B. Tech - Civil Engineering
Glocal University
Saharanpur, India01-2015
Diploma - Quantity Surveying & Estimation
“V” Institute
Kollam, India10-2015
Skills
- MS Excel & Office (Advanced)
- AutoCAD (Intermediate)
- Construction scheduling
- Site inspections
- Health and safety compliance
- Scope management
- Change order management
- Teamwork
- Leadership capability
- Primavera P6 (Basics)
- Quantity Take-off & Estimation
- BOQ Analysis
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Full Professional
Tamil
Full Professional
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Junior Planning Engineer
National Basics Company Ltd
04.2024 - 05.2025
Asst.Planning-Billing Engineer & Quantity Surveyor
Prathmesh & K.K Constructions (JV)
09.2021 - 01.2024
Assistant Billing and Planning Engineer
Go Ahead Infraspace Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 08.2021
Execution Engineer
Capacite Infra Projects Ltd
05.2017 - 08.2020
Trainee Engineer
AARNA PROJECT & DEVELOPERS
11.2016 - 01.2017
B. Tech - Civil Engineering
Glocal University
Diploma - Quantity Surveying & Estimation
“V” Institute