LEIRA LIZ A. BISAIN
Christchurch,Canterbur
Summary
Dynamic Senior Planning and Control Engineer with a proven track record at Makati Development Corporation, excelling in project management and cost estimation. Expert in transforming complex data into actionable insights, driving project success through meticulous attention to detail and effective team collaboration. Committed to optimizing financial performance and ensuring timely project delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Planning and Control Engineer
Makati Development Corporation
Manila, Philippines
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Converted the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) into detailed Monthly Booking Revenue Reports to support accurate financial tracking, forecasting, and revenue reporting; monitored project budgets and costs by comparing actual costs against forecasts to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with approved financial plans.
- Developed and maintained Primavera P6 schedules for mid-rise condominium projects, including baseline programs and weekly/monthly look-ahead updates; monitored critical path activities, performed schedule variance and delay analysis, and prepared Extension of Time (EOT) claims with supporting documentation to mitigate risks and ensure timely project delivery.
Project Engineer
Aquagen Technologies Inc
, Philippines
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared and reviewed detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ) through accurate quantity takeoffs aligned with approved drawings and specifications; collaborated with design and engineering teams to validate material quantities, cost estimates, and budgets, and conducted cost-benefit analysis and value engineering to optimize project costs without compromising quality.
- Monitored project schedules, costs, and financial performance by validating actual progress against planned milestones; supported change orders and variation claims, analyzed deviations from baseline plans (schedule, cost, and scope), and recommended corrective actions to maintain alignment with project objectives.
Site Engineer
H.S.POW Construction Development Inc
, Philippines
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported the preparation and analysis of project budgets and cost estimates through detailed quantity take-offs, resource planning, and risk contingency assessments; monitored productivity rates by analyzing output versus input resources and implemented optimization strategies to improve project performance.
- Reviewed contractor and supplier invoices for compliance with contract terms and approved quantities; applied appropriate activity duration estimation techniques to develop realistic schedules based on project scope and complexity.
Precast Design Engineer
Makati Development Corporation
, Philippines
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Analyzed and designed precast concrete members, structural systems, and connection details to resist design loads, handling stresses, and meet specific erection and load transfer criteria during onsite assembly.
Education
Civil Engineering Board Exam Passer -
Philippines11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Adamson University
Philippines03.2018
Graduate Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZSkills
- Project management
- Quantity takeoff
- Cost estimation
- Construction documentation
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Strong decision maker
- Complex problem solver
- Construction Building Estimates
- Auditing and assessments
Personal Information
Work permit: student visa (authorized to work up to 20 hours per week; may work full-time during summer vacation and scheduled vacations)
Certification
NZ Class 1 Driver's License
Timeline
Senior Planning and Control Engineer
Makati Development Corporation
05.2024 - 12.2025
Project Engineer
Aquagen Technologies Inc
02.2022 - 11.2023
Site Engineer
H.S.POW Construction Development Inc
04.2021 - 02.2022
Precast Design Engineer
Makati Development Corporation
02.2019 - 08.2020
Civil Engineering Board Exam Passer -
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Adamson University
Graduate Diploma - Quantity Surveying
Ara Institute of Canterbury