Anand Balakrishnan
U1 18 Mayali Bend, Banksia Grove,Australia
Summary
Results-driven Civil Engineer with a Master of Science in Civil Engineering, and over 3 years of experience in construction, infrastructure, and water resource projects. Proficient in AutoCAD, SpaceGass, ETABS, MS Project, and other industry tools. Expertise in structural analysis, cost estimation, QA/QC, and project management with a strong focus on Australian Design Codes and safety compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Engineer
South Western Rivers Sub Division, Central Water Commission (CWC)
, India
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Central Water Commission (CWC), a premier technical organization under the Government of India, specializes in water resource management, including flood control, irrigation, navigation, drinking water supply, and hydropower development.
- Tendering & Cost Estimation: Developed, submitted, and estimated tenders.
- Project Planning & Scheduling: Contributed to project planning, budgeting, and scheduling, ensuring projects were delivered on time and within budget.
- Safety & Environmental Compliance: Prepared safety and environmental documentation, implemented safety guidelines.
- Hydrological Observations & Site Management: Conducted hydrological observations, including gauge readings, discharge measurements, and water level checks using leveling instruments
- Performed double leveling surveys and cross-sectional river measurements for precise hydrological analysis
- Quality Assurance & Control: Ensured compliance with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) standards throughout the project lifecycle
- Evaluated material and resource quantities to optimize cost-effective project delivery
- Prepared quality documents, including ITPs, dockets, lot maps, photos, and specification documents.
Graduate Infrastructure Engineer
Mar Geevarghese Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
, India
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Company Overview: Mar Geevarghese is an infrastructure company with operations across key sectors of the construction industry, including roads, rails, building and other construction services
- Tendering & Cost Estimation: Managed tendering processes, including preparing Requests for Information (RFIs), estimating project costs, and ensuring alignment with contract obligations
- Permits & Documentation Management: Coordinated the preparation of government documentation for site permits, as well as environmental, safety, and quality management plans to meet regulatory standards
- Project Coordination & Compliance: Programmed and coordinated on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety, and environmental regulations by liaising with clients, engineers, suppliers, and site personnel
- Procurement & Cost Management: Managed procurement processes and material delivery, maintained accurate project documentation, tracked costs, and identified opportunities for cost savings while ensuring adherence to project budgets
- Safety, Progress Monitoring & Issue Resolution: Implemented safety plans, tracked project progress, raised and managed RFIs, and addressed technical, quality, safety, and environmental issues to ensure project completion within scope and on time.
Undergraduate - Civil Engineer
AB Constructions Pvt Ltd
, India
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: AB Construction Pvt Ltd is Private Company undertaking public and private works including check dams, bridges, buildings, and roads
- Project Estimation & Site Assessment: Assisted estimators and quantity surveyors in cost estimation, conducted site visits to gather data for tenders, and ensured compliance with technical and regulatory standards during submissions
- Procurement & Documentation Management: Supported procurement activities, negotiated pricing with suppliers, and maintained accurate documentation of construction operations, including reports, safety records, and necessary permits
- Technical Support & Issue Resolution: Provided technical support in identifying and resolving design and construction challenges, offering solutions to maintain project progress
- Progress Reporting & Communication: Prepared progress reports and communicated project status to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines
Education
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, Western Australia12-2024
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Kerala Technological University
Kerala, India08-2019
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Surveying
- Design Codes
- SpaceGass
- ETABS
- Estimation Tools
- Project Management
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- Bluebeam
- Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Project Documentation
- Inspections and Test Plans
- Technical Drawings
- 12 D
Certification
- Construction White Card
- Australian Manual C class driver's License
Continuing Professional Development
- 2022, Pre-excavation Management around Subsurface Utilities - DBYD Certification Ltd
- 2022, Civil Engineering - Online Webinar at www.woodsolutions.com.au
- 2019, Bridge Prestressing Internship at Wellington Island bridge, India
References
Referral on request.
Personal Data
Valid work visa with unlimited working hours, awaiting on permanent residency.
Skills And Achievements
AutoCAD & Surveying, Advanced skills in AutoCAD (2D, 3D, Revit) and proficient in using dumpy levels for precise elevation measurements and setting out tasks. Design & Compliance, In-depth knowledge of Australian Design Codes, specifications, and construction methods, with a strong focus on monitoring and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards. Proficient in using SpaceGass and ETABS for structural analysis and design, estimation and costing; proficient in using industry-standard estimation tools such as Procore and CostX; accurately estimate costs, create detailed project budgets, and manage project timelines; project management and procurement; expertise in project management, including planning, scheduling, cost control, and resource allocation; skilled in using MS Project, MS Excel, and Bluebeam; leadership and management; proven ability to lead and organize teams effectively, ensuring engineering excellence while maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards Project Documentation & Management, Experienced in developing comprehensive project documents, including management plans, inspections and test plans (ITPs), permits, and technical drawings.
Languages
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Site Engineer
South Western Rivers Sub Division, Central Water Commission (CWC)
05.2021 - 01.2022
Graduate Infrastructure Engineer
Mar Geevarghese Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2021
Undergraduate - Civil Engineer
AB Constructions Pvt Ltd
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Construction White Card
- Australian Manual C class driver's License
Master of Science - Civil Engineering
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Kerala Technological University
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