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Nags Manivannan

Auckland,AUK

Summary

I am a civil engineer with a master's degree in Construction Management, and I can manage simultaneous responsibilities to keep the project running smoothly. I have gained experience in various infrastructure projects, and I am an excellent communicator, accustomed to working in teams and individually. I am skilled in planning and problem-solving. I have delivered qualitative work promptly and within the forecasted budget, while under extreme pressure. Being one of the very few women to work in construction makes me feel confident and proud of myself.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Engineer

Ghella Abergeldie JV - Central Interceptor Project - $1.53 Billion
Auckland
05.2022 - Current
  • PLANNING AND STRATEGY MANAGEMENT: Developed inspection plans based on design specifications, ensuring all critical dimensions and performance criteria were verified throughout the manufacturing process.
  • DESIGN MANAGEMENT: A keen eye for detail in designs before they are constructed on-site. Involvement with the designers in providing constructive designs and solutions for complexities on site, while ensuring the designs are compliant with quality and safety standards. Improved client satisfaction levels with timely resolution of non-conformance issues and effective corrective actions.
  • STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT : Coordinating with multiple stakeholders of the project; namely Watercare, neighborhood community, suppliers, independent reviewers, designers, environmentalists, surveyors, Construction team, commercial, finance, and procurement team during and before construction. Maintaining healthy communication and positive relationships with the stakeholders is a major part of my role, as it helped me with quality inspections and drafting reports to detail non-conforming report issues.
  • COMMISSIONING AND DELIVERING: Heavily involved in the regular client meetings, and contributed to root cause analysis to determine the core reason for failures and errors. Developed an action plan for company certification using ISO 9000 standard knowledge, and conducted detailed audits for the successful delivery of the project, optimizing time, cost, and quality performance outcomes. Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with project standards.
  • CONTRACTS MANAGEMENT: I am presently managing a few subcontractors and ensuring that the claims and variations are compliant with the scope of the contract and as per NZ 3910. Preparing timely reports, such as cost performance reports, project highlight reports, forecasting, and scheduling. Maintaining contract records and monitoring contractor performance forms a major part of my role.

Senior Site Engineer

Acciona Ltd: Puhoi to Warkworth Motorway Project: $877 Million; Eastern Busway Project- $1.4 Billion
Auckland
10.2019 - 04.2023
  • PROCUREMENT: Heavily involved in the procurement phase to develop the scope of work, schedules, and bid packages, while ensuring these activities are performed promptly and with designed quality standards.
    • RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: Dealing with the assigning of subcontractor crews, laborers, plants, machinery, and equipment to complete the works within the programmed schedule and allocated budget. Involved in the coordination of project work with subcontractors and crews on a day-to-day basis to ensure maximum outcomes.
    • DESIGN MANAGEMENT: A keen eye for detail in designs before they are constructed on-site. Involvement with the designers in providing constructive designs and solutions for complexities on site, while ensuring the designs are compliant with quality and safety standards.
    • SITE MANAGEMENT: Proven ability to manage construction sites while dealing with many subcontractor crews and laborers. Highly skilled at problem-solving and resolving issues that occur on-site along the construction process.
    • HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT: Experienced in implementing and managing health and safety programs as per the project rules. Highly experienced in relevant regulations and industry best practices, including OSHA, WorkSafe NZ, and Site Safe. Successfully participated in the project 'Critical Risk Program.'
    • PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING: Heavy involvement in scheduling and planning works to meet the Projects' program. Leading the project's last planners and creating the monthly look-ahead programs on a weekly basis. Skilled in using MS Project for the same.
    • QUANTITY ESTIMATION AND COST CONTROL: Worked on cost control and budget forecasting for the cost estimation team. Proven ability to identify cost overruns, analyze root causes, and implement corrective measures to minimize costs, and maximize cost efficiency. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement cost-saving strategies.
    Quality control: While working as a contractor, quality control and documentation form the most important aspects of the role. I was involved in implementing the ATCOP guide, NZ concrete structures codes, and the Auckland Council Standard Code of Practice for stormwater construction in my work.

Junior Estimator

ShubanQS
Aucklanf
05.2019 - 10.2019
  • Cost Management: Projects Estimation for Residential Buildings. Prepared detailed cost estimates for projects using advanced estimating software.
    CONTRACT MANAGEMENT: Obtained bids from vendors and subcontractors to make cost-effective selections. Efficiently completed material orders, resulting in all projects being completed on time and under budget. Assessed buildings and grounds to prepare estimates for restoration work, and maintained a good relationship with both internal and external customers.
  • PROJECT AND PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT: Updated customers and managed project statuses by effectively communicating with builders and contractors on residential projects. Analyzed blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates. Collected data and information from vendors, subcontractors, and teammates to determine exact costs for all aspects of each project. Delivered comprehensive bid proposals for residential projects, and gained client approval on costs.

Assistant Project Manager

L&T Ltd - Chennai Metro Link Project - $700 Million
Chennai
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Assisted the project manager in planning and developing a long-term program for the project from execution to delivery. Monitored and documented project execution in relation to stated objectives, timelines, milestones, and budgetary items.
  • PLANNING AND SCHEDULING: Developed a work breakdown structure for individual projects and organized resources to meet project objectives efficiently.
  • TENDER AND PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT: Accomplished sub-evaluations/comparisons of bids, scope, review, and complete buy as requested by the Project Manager. Ensured contracts, insurance, and bonds are current and reviewed before the subcontractor performs any work.
  • STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT: Liaised with various stakeholders, including contractors, architects, and engineers, to meet budgetary restrictions and project completion deadlines. Created detailed public reports regarding bid proposals, deeds, environmental impact statements, and property descriptions.

Education

Master of Science - Construction Management

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
09-2019

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

SASTRA UNIVERSITY
Tanjore, India
04-2016

Skills

  • Experienced in solving complex problems with effective, innovative solutions
  • Sound exposure to transportation, civil, and roading infrastructure projects
  • Expertise in site-based construction, following health and safety protocols
  • Skilled in the use of Trimble software for daily site and survey work
  • Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Good knowledge of MS Project
  • Have a basic knowledge of COST X for construction cost estimation

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • Construction management: construction management experience in managing site-based construction projects to successful completion
  • Contract management: experience in managing contracts
  • Project management: expertise in project management methodologies and principles, also with hands-on experience in MS Project and Primavera P6.
  • Stakeholder management: expertise in confidently communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Design knowledge: knowledge of the Transport Design Manual – engineering design codes

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Quality Engineer

Ghella Abergeldie JV - Central Interceptor Project - $1.53 Billion
05.2022 - Current

Senior Site Engineer

Acciona Ltd: Puhoi to Warkworth Motorway Project: $877 Million; Eastern Busway Project- $1.4 Billion
10.2019 - 04.2023

Junior Estimator

ShubanQS
05.2019 - 10.2019

Assistant Project Manager

L&T Ltd - Chennai Metro Link Project - $700 Million
01.2016 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Construction Management

University of Auckland

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

SASTRA UNIVERSITY

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