SURAJ SHALENDRA PRASAD
Summary
Core Expertise:
Project Leadership:15+ years in construction/contract/project management for roads, buildings, and bridges.
Technical Specialization: Road/Bridge Construction & Maintenance, Slope Stabilization (Slip Repairs), QA/QC, Technical Audits & FBS Methodology, Temporary Traffic Management (TTM/TMP), Laboratory/Aggregate Testing & Concrete Test.
Notable Project: Led the Kasavu Slip Repairs (2019), a multi-million-dollar nationally significant project as Project Engineer – overseeing design, construction, and budget compliance.
Key Strengths:
End-to-End Project Delivery: From design to execution for complex civil works. Technical Proficiency: FIDIC Contract Administration, Pavement Construction & Surfacing, AutoCAD, NDM, Compaction Testing.
Operational Excellence: Managed multiple concurrent projects with 100% safety compliance. Conducted audits and defect investigations.
Value Proposition:
I combine hands-on field experience with strategic oversight to deliver infrastructure projects that meet technical, safety, and contractual benchmarks. My expertise in high-value slip repairs and multi-disciplinary road / building construction ensures resilient, compliant outcomes.
Experienced with coordinating on-site operations and managing project timelines. Utilizes leadership and problem-solving skills to ensure team efficiency and project success. Track record of maintaining safety standards and high-quality outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Supervisor
Ground King Civil
09.2024 - Current
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Provided clear communication to team members regarding goals, expectations, and individual responsibilities within the project scope.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Maintained strong client relationships, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues, maintaining project timelines.
- Addressed and resolved onsite conflicts swiftly, maintaining positive and productive work environment.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime.
Project Engineer
Dick's Diggers Excavator Hire Pty Ltd
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Supervised execution of contracts and prepared invoices for projects.
- Tracked project status through steps and complied with safety regulations and design requirements.
- Implemented safety and accident prevention programs prior to start of each project, conducting tailgate meetings daily.
- Supervised and monitored project subcontractors and labor force.
- Wrote technical reports documenting project progress and specifications.
- Reviewed construction activities for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Provided technical advice to project workers to apprise of issues and implement proactive solutions.
- Guided projects to meet timescales, budgets and agreed specifications.
- Addressed contractor requests for interpretations in site planning.
- Liaised with material providers to negotiate price and schedule availability to align with project stages.
Project Engineer
Civil Scope Earthworks
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervising Earthworks – Clearing and grubbing, Slope control (cut and fill), Drainage works.
- Surveying - Setting out using laser, controlling levels using.
- Dumpy level
- Dairy Reporting
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Ensured quality control for all aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.
Senior Project Engineer and Maintenance Engineer
Fiji Roads Authority
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Design Assistance
- Daily maintenance inspection for roads, footpaths, drainage and potholes
- Supervision Works on AC and Sealing
- Road, Crossing and Slip Construction Supervision
- Estimates and Budgeting for construction of Road.
- Scoping and Tender preparation
- Site Inspections and Site Reports.
- Project Management
- Supervising Day Works and Traffic Management Plans
- Liaising with General Public and People associated with the construction works of the building.
- Sorting out problems that arise on site.
- Designing skills and Construction concepts that makes the construction works flexible suit to site
- Supervise different jobs simultaneously.
- Identifying and Implementing Strategies to meet Objectives.
- Excellent Communication skills both over phone and face to face
- Planning before and during construction.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Gathered requirements for ongoing projects and organized details for management use.
- Transitioned projects from estimation and pre-construction phase to well-defined project execution plan.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components and systems.
- Prepared cost estimates, schedules and project specifications for proposals.
- Reviewed and checked technical drawings by architectural technicians, CAD technicians and drafters.
- Conducted feasibility studies for proposed projects, incorporating potential ROI, risk management and other important business metrics.
- Followed up with external contractors, project owners and other stakeholders to gather information and resolve issues.
- Managed various stages of construction projects.
- Managed project documents, blueprints and specifications.
- Developed and implemented operations manuals, policies and procedures and maintenance program schedules.
- Tested and inspected machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Efficiently executed shutdowns for planned maintenance.
- Verified maintainability and reliability of equipment, buildings and facilities to achieve high level of asset preservation at reduced total operating cost.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
Project Coordinator
Sinclair Brook
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Project Management for projects
- Supervising Day Works and Traffic Management Plans
- Liaising with General Public and People associated with the construction works of the roads and slip
- Vet Weekly and Monthly Reports
- Verification and Payment of Claims
- Site Measurements
- Designing skills and Construction concepts that makes the construction works flexible when and where required
- Supervise different jobs simultaneously.
- Identifying and Implementing Strategies to meet Objectives
- Planning before and during construction
- Project meetings
- Site Inspections and Site Reports
Project Engineer /Maintenance Engineer
Fiji National University
02.2015 - 09.2018
- Monitor construction progress on site
- Conduct meeting to discuss progress of work
- Administration of all NTPC building/renovation works
- Monitor and check all reinforcement work completed on site are as per the drawing.
- Management of all project work ensuring that timelines are adhered to as planned
- Preparation of the tender document related to the all NTPC project
- Preparation of the scope of work
- Liaising with design team on the drawing
- Evaluating construction drawings for errors
- Assist in internal Fleet operations.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Developed and implemented employee incentive programs to promote top performance.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Supported management in preparing comprehensive progress reports for clients, highlighting successes as well as areas needing improvement.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Senior Project Engineer
China Railway First Group
04.2014 - 02.2015
- Supervisor the project day to day
- Corresponding official documents - Notice to Employer, Notice to Contractor, Approval to Proceed, Routine to inspection request forms, Measurements for Claims, technical report writing
- Surveying - Setting out using GPS, controlling levels using
- Supervising Earthworks – Clearing and grubbing, Slope control (cut and fill), Drainage works
- Sampling & Testing – Troxler (NDM) test, Dynamic Cone
- Penetrometer (Scale) test and lab tests, soil classification
- Calculation and ordering of materials on site
- Evaluating construction drawings for errors
- Safety control and Traffic Management Plans
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Reduced project completion times for increased client satisfaction by consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
- Identified potential risks early in the process, allowing proactive mitigation measures to prevent delays or setbacks.
Project Engineer
China Railway First Group
05.2012 - 04.2014
- Locating and marking of sewer manholes, water lines, valves, tees, bends, sluish valves, fire hydrants, and road center lines
- Kerb lines, driveway, catch-pits, etc
- Controlling the layout and the grade of the sewer lines, water lines, drains, roads, Krebs and channels
- Road construction works, kerb & channel and sealing works quality
- Helping the quantity surveyor taking measurements for claims
- Inspection road, culvert and head wall
- Calculating and ordering materials on site
- Making daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
- Road Designs
- Public Sector Investment Programme
Geotechnical and Lab Tech
Entec Ltd
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Sampling & Testing – Troxler (NDM) test, Dynamic Cone
- Penetrometer (Scale) test, lab tests, soil classification, Soil
- Logging and Shear Vane
- Building Inspection and prepare report
- Cyclone Certificate Report
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Site Quantity Surveyor
PWD
03.2011 - 10.2011
- Locating and marking of road center lines
- Kerb lines, driveway, catch-pits, etc
- Controlling the layout and the grade of the sewer lines, water lines, drains, roads, Krebs and channels Road construction works, kerb & channel and sealing works
Education
Advanced Diploma Leadership And Management -
TAFE
Sydney, NSW01.2021
Certification of Attainment Project Management -
Fiji National University
Fiji01.2018
Civil Engineering -
Fiji National University
Fiji01.2010
Skills
- Subcontractor management
- Project management
- Scheduling and planning
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Document management
- Construction management
- Risk management
- Quality assurance
- Project oversight
- Operations management
- Security awareness
- Contract management
Certification
First Aid & CPR Certificate in Writing Projects Proposals and Report Certificate in Project Management Fundamentals Certificate in Planning Project with Microsoft Project Certificate in Project Quality management Certificate in Budgeting for Project The Practice of Good Housekeeping OHS Modules I & II Traffic Management Level 2, NZ
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Ground King Civil
09.2024 - Current
Project Engineer
Dick's Diggers Excavator Hire Pty Ltd
02.2023 - 09.2024
Project Engineer
Civil Scope Earthworks
11.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Project Engineer and Maintenance Engineer
Fiji Roads Authority
01.2019 - 10.2022
Project Coordinator
Sinclair Brook
09.2018 - 01.2019
Project Engineer /Maintenance Engineer
Fiji National University
02.2015 - 09.2018
Senior Project Engineer
China Railway First Group
04.2014 - 02.2015
Project Engineer
China Railway First Group
05.2012 - 04.2014
Geotechnical and Lab Tech
Entec Ltd
10.2011 - 05.2012
Site Quantity Surveyor
PWD
03.2011 - 10.2011
Advanced Diploma Leadership And Management -
TAFE
Certification of Attainment Project Management -
Fiji National University
Civil Engineering -
Fiji National University