Mohamed Harshad
Maidstone,Australia
Summary
Results-driven Project Engineer with over 8 years of experience in civil infrastructure, utilities relocation, and electrical systems across major transport and tunnelling projects in Australia. Demonstrated success in managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with project standards, and delivering key milestones within strict timelines and budgets. Skilled in site engineering, stakeholder coordination, QA/QC processes, and utility interface. Seeking to leverage my engineering background and leadership skills in a Site Engineer or Electrical Project Engineer role within complex infrastructure environments.
Experienced with managing multifaceted projects from inception to completion. Utilizes effective project management techniques to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery. Track record of leveraging technical expertise to solve complex engineering challenges.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer – Utilities & Civils
Laing O'Rourke
08.2023 - Current
- Project: SRL East – Roads and Traffic Scope
- Managing roads and traffic scope, including traffic signals and associated civil works.
- Interfacing with key stakeholders including Yarra Trams, Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), and local councils to coordinate approvals and technical requirements.
- Planning and forecasting project timelines, budgets, and resource allocating to ensure efficient delivery.
- Reviewing ITPs and SWMS to maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Managing temporary and permanent traffic management plans to minimise disruption to public roads and ensure safety for all road users.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (Civil, Traffic, Communications, Survey, Utilities, Environment) to meet program milestones and maintain smooth project delivery.
- Project: Bridge Inn Road Upgrade (Major Road Projects Victoria)
- May 2023 – November 2024
- Civil Scope (July 2023 – November 2024)
- Supported the delivery of civil packages including stormwater drainage, pavements, traffic signals, kerbs, public lighting, and guardrail installations.
- Led stormwater drainage works, including excavation, installation, inspections, and coordination with design, QA, and survey teams.
- Participated in weekly financial reviews and supported cost forecasting for civil works.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, supervisors, and internal teams to ensure alignment with project plans and timely completion.
- Conducted site walks with Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) to identify and close out defects.
- Managed closeout of civil quality documentation including ITPs, ITRs, and Lot submissions.
- Facilitated seamless coordination between civil and utility scopes to avoid clashes and maintain program flow.
- Utilities Scope (August 2023 – July 2023)
- Supported the relocation of critical utilities including Power, Telecommunications, Gas, Water, and Sewer services.
- Conducted service locating and Non-Destructive Digging (NDD) to identify existing assets prior to excavation.
- Coordinated with survey teams to resolve design clashes and confirm alignment with permanent infrastructure.
- Reviewed ITPs, SWMS, and developed traffic management plans to ensure safe execution.
- Collaborated with subcontractors and utility authorities to manage service cutovers and ensure minimal disruption to stakeholders.
Site Engineer – Intelligent Transport System (ITS)
John Holland (West Gate Tunnel Project)
05.2022 - 07.2023
- ITS (Intelligent Transport System):
- Applied engineering concepts to ITS (Intelligent Transport System), ensuring that the installation and energisation of distribution boards met project needs, technical standards, and specifications.
- Coordinated with power companies, managing the submission of applications for Electrical Works Request PMPL Applications, truck appointments Etc.
- Designed and reviewed electrical plans, ensuring that they met project requirements and adhered to local codes and standards.
- Conducted site inspections and identified potential issues, taking appropriate actions to ensure the successful completion of the project.
- Reviewing Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Checklists (ITs) required for Quality Assurance & Control.
- Reviewing and updating SWMS regularly to ensure they are up-to-date and aligned with current safety regulations and standards.
- Communication with contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to coordinate activities and resolve issues.
- Developed and executed comprehensive program plans for the installation of ITS devices and distribution boards, including forecasting project costs and monitoring progress against established timelines and budgets.
ELECTRICAL PROJECT ENGINEER
HP & CP Australia
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Responsible for managing projects through execution and manufacturing to achieve agreed budget, scope, quality standards and time.
- Delivered LV/MV switchboard projects from design to final handover, ensuring financial goals were met throughout project lifecycle.
- Managed project budgets and costing, tracked progress against timelines, and reported financial performance to senior management.
- Drafted General Arrangement (GA) drawings, prepared BOMs and I/O lists, and coordinated procurement and production planning.
- Interfaced with clients, resolved technical queries, and ensured timely delivery to internal and external stakeholders.
- Reviewed ITPs and ITRs to ensure compliance with QA/QC standards.
- Analysed project schedules to manage resources and meet key delivery milestones.
ELECTRICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER
RMS Manufacturing
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Supported design, type testing, and delivery of LV/MV switchboards in compliance with Australian standards.
- Conducted quality checks on drawings, manufacturing, and final assembly.
- Created Bills of Materials (BOMs), I/O lists, and selected appropriate components.
- Resolved drawing issues and contributed to timely project execution.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (INTERN)
Australian Turntable Company
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Project - Mobile Device Control of a Car Turntable (CTX)
- Designed and implemented a Bluetooth-based control system using Arduino to replace legacy wireless remote operation.
- Conducted testing and integration of the system to ensure compatibility with existing CTX turntable models.
- Collaborated with the engineering team to ensure seamless operation, resulting in successful delivery within time and budget.
- The new system improved usability and was positively received by the company and its clients.
ESTIMATION AND DESIGN ENGINEER
PowerCon Switchgears
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Designed switchboards and prepared technical bids for public and private tenders.
- Generated I/O lists and BOMs, selected appropriate switchgear, and ensured compliance with client specs.
Education
Diploma of Project Management -
Monash College
01.2023
Master of Engineering (Professional) - Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering
Deakin University
01.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Telecommunication
Mumbai University
01.2014
Diploma of Engineering - Electronics and Telecommunication
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- MS Project
- Bluebeam
- Aconex
- Aphex
- Construction Methodologies
VISA STATUS/ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Australian Citizen
- Full Australian Driver licence
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Project & Site Management
- Utilities Relocation
- Civil Infrastructure Delivery
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Electrical Systems & ITS Installation
- QA/QC Compliance (ITPs, SWMS, ITRs)
- TMP Development
- Forecasting, Scheduling & Budgeting
- AutoCAD
- MS Project
- Aconex
- Strong Communication & Documentation
- Problem Solving
- Risk Mitigation
AREA OF EXPERTISE
- Civil Infrastructure & Roadworks
- Utilities Relocation & Coordination (Power, Gas, Water, Comms)
- Traffic Management Planning (TMPs)
- Stormwater Drainage & Public Realm Installations
- QA/QC Documentation (ITPs, SWMS, ITRs)
- Electrical Works (ITS, Lighting, Distribution Boards)
- Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Awareness
Timeline
Project Engineer – Utilities & Civils
Laing O'Rourke
08.2023 - Current
Site Engineer – Intelligent Transport System (ITS)
John Holland (West Gate Tunnel Project)
05.2022 - 07.2023
ELECTRICAL PROJECT ENGINEER
HP & CP Australia
06.2021 - 04.2022
ELECTRICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER
RMS Manufacturing
04.2019 - 05.2021
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (INTERN)
Australian Turntable Company
01.2018 - 01.2018
ESTIMATION AND DESIGN ENGINEER
PowerCon Switchgears
01.2014 - 01.2017
Master of Engineering (Professional) - Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering
Deakin University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Telecommunication
Mumbai University
Diploma of Engineering - Electronics and Telecommunication
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
Diploma of Project Management -
Monash College