Prabhjot Singh
Takanini,AUK
Summary
Results-driven civil contract engineer with over 7 years of experience managing and delivering large-scale construction projects/contracts. Expertise in project planning, budget management, and contract administration, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance. Proficient in running projects in accordance with NZ3910 and NZ3917 construction contracts. Skilled at leading cross-functional teams, efficiently scoping and delivering projects, and providing detailed financial forecasts. Proven ability to build strong client relationships and consistently deliver projects on time and within budget. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my skills and experience in driving successful project outcomes and contributing to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Engineer
Downer NZ
10.2023 - Current
- Scoped upcoming financial year projects with clients, discussing the scope of the job and ensuring efficient and effective delivery.
- Looked after all structural maintenance jobs in central Auckland, ensuring all maintenance work was completed to the highest standards and within the designated timeframes.
- Provided monthly, quarterly, and yearly forecasted budgets of the contract to the client, ensuring transparency and financial accountability.
- Optimized resource allocation by closely tracking project budgets and expenses against contractual milestones.
- Led a team of 7 engineers/graduates construction workers, coordinating tasks and activities to achieve project/contract milestones.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team by encouraging feedback on current practices and recommending process enhancements.
- Contributed to business growth by identifying opportunities within contracts and expanding existing agreements.
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders, providing progress updates and addressing any concerns or changes in project scope
- Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to assess performance against established goals, identify areas for improvement, and inform future contract strategies.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration with other departments and successful project completion.
- Selected all suppliers and subcontractors provide value for money and a quality outcome within time and specification limits.
- Make sure remedial actions are instigated as necessary and contract margins are achieved or exceeded.
- Developed and maintained project budgets, successfully reducing costs by 5% through efficient resource allocation and negotiations with client.
- Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
Project Engineer
Downer NZ
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Ensured quality control for all aspects of project, reducing defects and rework.
- Identified technical risks within managed projects.
- Reduced project timelines with proactive planning and close monitoring of progress.
- Delivered projects within timeframe and budget while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, environmental, and social aspects of the project
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve design conflicts before construction began.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
Civil Engineer
Downer
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing
- Ran projects in accordance with NZ3910 and NZ3917 construction contracts, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
- Maintaining and developing new work relationships with internal and external stake holders
- Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications
- Planned, directed and participated in surveying activities and researching title reports and deeds in preparation of survey instructions.
- Supervised construction progress on-site, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly while maintaining safety protocols.
- Reduced construction costs through effective negotiation with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Completed projects on time and within budget using detailed scheduling techniques and resource allocation strategies.
- Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
- Developed SOPs and change controls pertaining to setup, maintenance and operation of equipment, facility and utilities.
- Assisted in securing multiple profitable projects through precise and timely submission of competitive bids.
- Coordinated with project teams to ensure that approved budget allowances were accurately reflected in final project cost estimates.
- Increased team productivity by organizing and prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and project requirements.
- Prepared material purchase orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.
Senior Laboratory Technician
Road Science/Downer NZ
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Asphalt Testing - Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravity and density of Bituminous Paving Mixtures, Percent Air Voids in Compacted Bituminous Paving Mixtures Quantitative
- Extraction of Binder from Bituminous Paving Mixtures, Particle sizer, Binder content in Sartorius
- Moisture Analyzer, Emulsion Viscosity, Emulsion pH testing, Bulk specific gravity and Density of Bituminous Mixtures
- Ensured adherence to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices by monitoring the lab''s performance regularly and implementing corrective actions as required.
- Managed inventory and procurement of lab supplies, ensuring optimal resource utilization while minimizing costs.
- Maximized equipment performance through regular inspections and maintenance as needed.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Championed safety initiatives within the lab, resulting in fewer incidents and a safer working environment for all team members.
- Field Work- NDM testing
- Laboratory testing – Routine testing of aggregates samples in accordance with NZS4407 standards
Laboratory Technician
Road Science/Downer NZ
01.2019 - 02.2021
- (RSO), updating radiation register, source licenses and document library for all radiation devices, performing Stat and Drift test and providing training to the new staff and keeping records
- Checked technical and professional standards as duty of approved signatory of International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ)
- Signed off all Mechanical testing reports and sending them to clients
- Asphalt Testing - Thickness (or height) of compacted asphalt mixture specimens, air voids and compacted mixtures, bulk specific gravity of mixtures, quantitative extraction of bitumen from asphalt paving mixtures, sample preparation of asphalt
- Laboratory testing – Routine testing of soil, aggregates and concrete samples in accordance with NZS4407, NZS4402, NZS3111 standards
- Field Work- NDM testing, Light Weight Deflectometers (LWD), Scala Penetrometer testing and Beam testing
- Audited other labs on Radiation Safety
- Ensured all Quality Assurance (QA) requirements
- Assisted with update and maintenance of quality documentation and tool folders including checking for accuracy and control
- Taken part in Health and Safety meeting/discussions and explaining risk measurement and preventions to team
- Filled and maintained Loan/Hire equipment register
- Managed client testing requests and scheduling testing to ensure client testing requirements are met
- Performed equipment calibrations and maintained calibration register
- Updated all documents on SharePoint.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
Project Coordinator
Red Contracting LTD
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Co-ordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information
- Monitor project progress and handling issues
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
- Doing inductions and H&S meeting for new projects and employees
- Assisted to Director with forward planning/programming of works and financial management
- Making site safety plans and arranging crews for sites
- Working at hands on level with all crews
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
Machine Operator and Labour
Red Contracting LTD
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Operate machinery (Rollers, compactors, loaders etc.)
- Perform general construction duties (shovel work, labouring, concrete work and basic drainage set-ups.)
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
Education
Diploma - Applied and Project Management
NZMA - Auckland
Auckland, NZ12.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Punjab Technical University
Punjab, India12.2014
Skills
- Software's knowledge - Labware LIMS V7, Citrix, QPulse, ITWOCX, Auto-Cad, MS Office, Trimble and Primavera P6
- Construct Site Safe
- Traffic Management Level 1
- First Aid Certificate
- Advanced Problem-Solving
- Storm Water Drainage management
- Project Management
- Project Scheduling
- Technical knowledge
- Cost Estimation
Accomplishments
- EVALUATION OF QUALIFICATION, NZQA
- North Canterbury Transport Infrastructure Recovery (NCTIR) project (Kaikoura)
- AT Central Road Corridor Maintenance & Renewals Contract (Auckland)
- Nixon Road (Fulton Hogan/Auckland airport)
- Southern Bypass (Fulton Hogan/ Auckland airport)
- Waikato Expressway
- Culvert replacements packages (NCC and TDC)
- Stormwater SW improvements on various locations
- Various footpath and car park jobs (Auckland and Nelson Region)
- Area wide pavement treatment jobs (Tasman and Auckland)
- Waste Water Treatment Plants in Tasman District
Timeline
Contract Engineer
Downer NZ
10.2023 - Current
Project Engineer
Downer NZ
02.2023 - 09.2023
Civil Engineer
Downer
06.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Laboratory Technician
Road Science/Downer NZ
02.2021 - 06.2021
Laboratory Technician
Road Science/Downer NZ
01.2019 - 02.2021
Project Coordinator
Red Contracting LTD
01.2018 - 01.2018
Machine Operator and Labour
Red Contracting LTD
07.2017 - 01.2018
Diploma - Applied and Project Management
NZMA - Auckland
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Punjab Technical University
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