Nicholas Koknaris

• Worked in an civil engineering environment on field, installing and connecting water main lines for urban subdivision developments.
• Gaining knowledge on design plan specifications regarding levels and grades
• Learnt the processes and key aspects to ensure proper installation to avoid defects.
• Installing valves, joints, and concrete thrust blocks to standard design specifications, ensuring quality and compliance with engineering plan.
• Obtained knowledge on the processes for locating and repairing leaks upon testing pressure in water distribution networks.

• Installed, connected and tested underground and above ground grounding systems.
• Read and interpreted documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Assisted fellow employees in completing team tasks, accomplishing work goals according to schedule.
• Worked with construction supervisors and foreman to maintain safe job site.
• Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
• Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
• Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
• Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.

During my time as an employee of Digndirt, I was able to network with large scale civil companies of the likes of BMD and MGC Civil, having conducted works subcontracted to such companies. Through networking I was able to obtain and oversee engineering roles of onsite engineers, obtaining knowledge and skills for what the role includes.

• Oversaw inspection tests on site for various works along the supervisor and site engineer.
• Understood proper safety protocols on site, and how to maintain a safe and manageable working environment.
• Obtained knowledge on project schedule and determined critical deadlines and task assignments.
• Was present during communications with project stakeholders and clients onsite.
• Oversaw construction processes onsite.