Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Additional Information
background-images

Annie Stella Solomon Ponnusamy

Hamilton,WKO

Summary

New Zealand qualified Construction Project Management graduate with solid international experience coordinating and managing projects from design through to delivery across residential and commercial sectors. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage over 80 projects valued typically between NZD $40K–$100K each, consistently improving delivery efficiency through process improvements, stakeholder engagement, and adoption of digital tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and point cloud technologies. Demonstrated ability to support contract administration, site coordination, and uphold Health & Safety compliance aligned with NZ legislation. Eligible to work in New Zealand on a post-study work visa. Known for collaborative team leadership, clear stakeholder communication, and a solutions-focused approach. Open to diverse roles within construction, design, and project coordination to contribute and grow professionally.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager – Design & Delivery

Tint Tone & Shade
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed a multidisciplinary team of 6, onboarding and delivering 10+ residential and commercial interior projects monthly, each valued at NZD $50K–$100K.
  • Developed SOPs and operational handbooks, improving delivery efficiency by 10–15%.
  • Coordinated with clients, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and strict Health & Safety compliance per NZ standards.
  • Integrated 3D scanning, LIDAR, and point cloud technology to enhance site accuracy and reduce design clashes and rework by 40%.

Project Manager – Design & Delivery

Oppein
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Led coordination of 8–10 interior fit-out projects monthly, managing budgets ranging from NZD $40K to $200K.
  • Supervised 12–15 designers and 6 project managers, implementing CRM (Zoho) for efficient project tracking and minimizing delays.
  • Facilitated cross-cultural communication and secured design approvals and procurement from China headquarters, maintaining client satisfaction above 4.5/5.
  • Supported lead generation and client acquisition, expanding business opportunities and strengthening client relationships.

Project Manager – Design & Delivery

Livspace
03.2020 - 01.2022
  • Independently managed 50+ residential and commercial fit-out projects, overseeing full lifecycle from design to handover.
  • Maintained client satisfaction ratings consistently above 4.5/5, generating repeat business and referrals.
  • Streamlined workflows and scheduling, consistently exceeding monthly revenue and delivery targets by 15–20%.

Project Coordinator – Design & Delivery

Livspace
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated 30+ interior fit-out projects from concept to handover, ensuring timely delivery and budget control.
  • Collaborated effectively with contractors, vendors, and clients to manage schedules and resolve project challenges.

Education

Master of Construction Management -

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Auckland, NZ
01.2024

Bachelor of Architecture -

SRCA
India
03-2018

Skills

  • Construction Project Management & Site Coordination
  • Project Scheduling & Resource Allocation (MS Project, MS 365)
  • Budget Tracking & Procurement Coordination
  • Stakeholder, Client & Vendor Relationship Management
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring
  • Interior & Architectural Design (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp)
  • Digital Construction Tools (Point Cloud, LIDAR)
  • Process Improvement & SOP Development
  • Knowledge of NZ Construction Standards & Health & Safety
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Lead Generation & Client Acquisition / Client Onboarding

Accomplishments

  • Reduced design rework by 40% through integration of LIDAR and point cloud technology on multiple large-scale projects.
  • Led onboarding and delivery of 10+ interior fit-out projects monthly, valued up to NZD $100K each.
  • Maintained client satisfaction ratings consistently above 4.5/5, contributing to strong repeat business and referrals.
  • Streamlined project workflows to exceed monthly revenue and delivery targets by 15–20%.

Certification

  • Procore Construction Management – LinkedIn Learning
  • Concrete Construction Management – LinkedIn Learning

Languages

English – Full Professional Proficiency
Tamil – Native/Bilingual

Timeline

Project Manager – Design & Delivery

Tint Tone & Shade
04.2023 - 05.2024

Project Manager – Design & Delivery

Oppein
01.2022 - 03.2023

Project Manager – Design & Delivery

Livspace
03.2020 - 01.2022

Project Coordinator – Design & Delivery

Livspace
06.2018 - 03.2020

Master of Construction Management -

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Bachelor of Architecture -

SRCA

Additional Information

  • Eligible to work in New Zealand Open work visa till 2028
  • Available to start immediately
  • Open to diverse roles within construction, design, project coordination, and management
Annie Stella Solomon Ponnusamy