ASHISH VARGHESE
Queenstown,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic Quality Engineer with a proven track record at Downer, excelling in quality control and test plan development. Adept at managing documentation and fostering teamwork, I ensure compliance with specifications while driving project success. Skilled in Microsoft Office and materials testing, I am committed to delivering exceptional results in every endeavor.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Engineer
Downer
Queenstown CBD, Queenstown
05.2024 - Current
- Project worked -The Queenstown Arterial Road (Stage 1) -130 Million
- Provided technical support to engineers on the interpretation of specifications and standards, and their translation into detailed quality assurance measurements, inspections, and formulated test plans using detailed drawings.
- Monitored product-related document control, including drawings, Notice to Engineer, and Notice to Contractor correspondence, to ensure construction is proceeding based on current information. Manage corrective action with the Document Controller.
- Lead management of identification, collection, and communication of all completion documents to allow timely, practical completion
- Documented and implemented preventive actions to address nonconformities identified during quality inspections.
Engineering Assistant
Downer
, Invercargill,Nelson
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Project worked on Saxton Creek Stage 4, Nelson - $40 million, and Invercargill City Council's City Streets Project - $20.8 million.
- Performed testing to ensure quality based on specifications and procedures specified.
- Reviewed engineering drawings, process specifications, test requirements, inspection plans, and other technical documents for accuracy.
- Conducted quality control audits with designers and area quality managers.
- Managing quality assurance documentation and reviewing contract correspondence, including design RFIs.
- Tracked project status through steps, and complied with safety regulations and design requirements.
- Managed the project handover and practical completion process requirements.
- Created purchase orders, reviewing, and processed tax invoices.
Civil Engineering Technician
Fletcher Building
, Hamilton
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Inspected highway construction operations for compliance with contract specifications and design drawings.
- Facilitated construction by survey set out, as-built, establishes reference points, grades, and elevations.
- Prepared reports and other documents for engineers.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked collaboratively with contractors and engineers to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
- Monitored the progress of ongoing projects to ensure they stayed within budget and timeline constraints.
Assistant Engineer
Goverment of India
, India
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Prepare a detailed estimation of the project through MS Excel on the basis of the standard rates.
- Seek approval of funds from the government for the concerned projects.
- Ensure the timely completion of tasks, and that all quality requirements are met.
- Liaise and ensure all local authority inspections are requested and passed.
- Give clear directions to workers regarding what needs to be done to proactively avoid repetitive mistakes.
- Managed expense accounting for financial audits.
Site Engineer
Designfolks LLP
, India
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Liaise with the Project Manager on work to be supervised for the day, and communicate closely on all issues on site with all relevant parties.
- Supervise a team of 30 or more workers on-site for a minimum of 12 hours per day.
- Consult the site, program deadlines, and meet all weekly targets.
- Handle cost-of-materials estimations for the residential apartment project.
- Study the project drawings and documentation, and ensure accurate implementation thereof on-site.
- Plan, organize, and control the tasks of relevant subcontractors.
- Regularly communicate with the clients through weekly progress reports and meetings.
- Ensure all work complies with the building codes, and obtain passed inspections.
- Maintain a high level of teamwork and morale on-site.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
International Qualifications Recognition Statement
Bachelor's Degree at Level 708-2023
Graduate diploma - Highway engineering
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki
Taranaki, NZ02.2021
Bachelor of engineering - Civil Engineering
M G University
11.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Bluebeam
- ARC GIS pro
- Project management software: Mfile, Ineight, Acconex
- Materials Testing
- Documentation and Reporting
- Quality control
- Test Plan Development
References
Edwyn Bryant
edwyn.bryant@downer.co.nz - +6421897532
Carl Mccoy
carl.mccoy@downer.co.nz - +64 21 875 077
Timeline
Quality Engineer
Downer
05.2024 - Current
Engineering Assistant
Downer
10.2021 - 05.2024
Civil Engineering Technician
Fletcher Building
03.2021 - 10.2021
Assistant Engineer
Goverment of India
02.2020 - 03.2020
Site Engineer
Designfolks LLP
10.2017 - 12.2018
Graduate diploma - Highway engineering
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki
Bachelor of engineering - Civil Engineering
M G University
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
International Qualifications Recognition Statement
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