Shey Nicholas
Burwood,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with over 5 years’ experience in Civil Engineering and Project Management, specialising in the delivery of large-scale, multi-million-dollar projects. Proven track record in managing complex ventures across water infrastructure, road construction, building development, and other major construction sectors. Recognised for strong leadership, meticulous planning, and the ability to drive projects to successful completion on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineer consultant
RimKus
Melbourne , VIC
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct forensic delay analysis on construction programs using recognised methodologies, including As-Planned vs As-Built, Time Impact Analysis (TIA), and Windows Analysis.
- Review project schedules, critical paths, and progress updates to identify delay events and assess their impact on completion dates.
- Prepare Extension of Time (EOT) and delay claim assessments in line with the SCL Protocol and contract requirements.
- Perform quantum assessments, including evaluating disruption, productivity loss, and associated cost impacts.
- Analyse tender programs, baseline schedules, and updated programs for compliance with contractual and best practice requirements.
- Liaise with clients, legal teams, and project stakeholders to gather evidence and clarify project events.
- Review contemporaneous project records, including site diaries, progress reports, correspondence, and photographs, to substantiate findings.
- Prepare expert reports, witness statements, and supporting documentation for dispute resolution, adjudication, arbitration, or litigation proceedings.
- Assist in providing independent expert advice on delay, disruption, and quantum matters for complex construction disputes.
- Maintain detailed audit trails and ensure all analyses are fully documented and evidence-based.
Civil Engineer
Mincore Pty Ltd
West Melbourne, Australia
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Conducted site visits and coordinated with site staff to ensure project completion.
- Assisted Project Managers in tender preparation, evaluation, and RFQ package creation.
- Utilized MS Project for project planning, and monitored project progress against the schedule.
- Reviewed structural and architectural drawings to identify design constraints, and ensure compliance.
- Handled invoicing, progress claims, and variations to manage the financial aspects of projects.
- Monitoring and controlling project progress based on the program.
- Coordinated Quantity Take-Offs (QTO), estimating, and scheduling tasks with lead project managers.
- Sourced project materials, ensuring they met required standards and quality specifications.
- QA/ QC control of all aspect of the project.
- Reviewed and produced Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), safety plans, and subcontract agreements.
- Creating risk assessments and managing on-site OH&S requirements.
- Prepared EOT, NOD claims, and variations, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
- Liaised with subcontractors, architects, and engineers to ensure project deliverables were met.
- Monitored project progress, managed resources effectively, and controlled budget allocations.
- Preparation of progress reports and updating the management and the client on a weekly basis.
- Obtained necessary certifications and permits (BYDA, NGZ) from councils and authorities (RBA).
- Created the Scope of Works, Design Criteria, and Basis of Designs in coordination with project stakeholders.
- Document control and maintaining a document control register.
- Administered contracts, prepared subcontractor packages, managed scope definitions, lettings, and procurement schedules.
- Issued purchase orders (POs) and managed RFIs to facilitate project procurement.
- Reviewing, finalization, and negotiation of subcontracts, and managing subcontract claims.
- Estimated project quantities are based on cost codes and performed QTO from structural and architectural drawings.
- Supported senior project managers in achieving project objectives of time, cost, and quality.
- Managed project documentation, including issuance, receipt, and report generation.
- Administered contracts, prepared subcontractor packages, and managed scope definitions.
- Conducted risk assessments and identified hazards to mitigate project risks.
- Prepared cost estimates and tender documents, including Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
Civil Engineer / Project Manager
Edward and Christie (Pvt) Ltd
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Prioritised and organised tasks by managing budgets and allocating project resources.
- Conducted quantity checks in line with the schedule of rates and the preparation of progress claims.
- Analysed design documentation and BOQ's to prepare variations and EOT claims.
- Successfully secured projects for the company by overseeing tender meetings, shortlisting opportunities, and checking competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, subcontractors, and councils to obtain permits and track the progress of the projects.
- Prepared quality control documents to ensure project work meets our client's specifications and HSEQ requirements.
- Participated in the design and construction of infrastructure, ensuring that all policies, country codes, regulations, and specifications were followed.
- Conducted regular site inspections and reviewed architectural drawings.
- Analyzed the design documentation to identify risks and opportunities and ensured these were effectively resolved with the relevant stakeholders.
- Organised meetings, recorded minutes, oversaw budgets, managed milestones, and generated progress reports to present to the stakeholders of the project.
- Prepared building contracts and subcontractor contracts.
- Provided assistance in coordinating, negotiating, and finalizing the post-tender terms and conditions with the consultants.
- Coordinated site labour, materials, machinery, and equipment at the site by developing project milestone plans.
- Conducted frequent field visits, closely coordinated with relevant authorities, and prepared comprehensive risk assessments and environmental risk assessments.
- Projects: Central Expressway Project Section 3, Pothuhera to Galagedara ($15M), Rehabilitation and Improvement, Peliyagoda Putlam road ($10M), Reconstruction of bridge no.9/2 ($4M), Development and rehabilitation of the apron and east taxiway in Rathmalana Airport ($10M), 210 Housing units in Stadiumgama ($5M)
Project Coordinator
JC's Quality Foods Australia
, Australia
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Develop our internal logistics function, supporting the technical team and the initial stages of production.
- Develop and own our internal operational knowledge base.
- Assist with the creation and documentation of all internal safety protocols.
- Assist with the creation and documentation of all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Interface regularly with a team of third-party technical consultants.
- Work on special projects within the Operations team's scope of responsibility.
Civil Engineer /Junior Project Manager
CML - MTD Construction (Pvt) Ltd
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed detailed plans that were coordinated with all teams in the project.
- Created and executed progress claims and Interim Payment Certificates.
- Coordinated subcontractors.
- Supervised work to compare planned progress to actual progress on the tender document.
- Progress monitoring through site inspections and the preparation of progress reports to present to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Conducted Quality Assurance and Quality Control Processes.
- Review of Engineering and Architectural drawings and preparation of bills of materials and cost plans.
- Provided technical assistance to field staff and extended support for the submission of bidding documents.
- Project: JAT Holdings' head office construction
Intern Civil Engineer
NEM Construction (Pvt) Ltd
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Prepared daily and monthly progress reports.
- Carried out surveying and coordination checks.
- Conducted material tests.
- Prepared the daily meeting agenda.
- Supervised site work and handled labour.
- Prepared road cross sections using AutoCAD; created bar schedules.
- Prepared a quantity survey document.
- Project: Widening and improving road network for defence headquarters development
Education
Master of Project Management -
Monash University
Australia12.2019
BEng - Civil and Structural Engineering
University of the West of England
London12.2017
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- Project management
- MS Office
- ERP systems
- Bluebeam
- Spacegass
- Budgeting
- Cost control
- Procurement
- tendering
- Planning
- scheduling
- Risk management
- QA/QC management
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Stakeholder management
- Strong communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
Timeline
Civil Engineer consultant
RimKus
08.2024 - Current
Civil Engineer
Mincore Pty Ltd
06.2023 - 07.2024
Civil Engineer / Project Manager
Edward and Christie (Pvt) Ltd
09.2020 - 06.2023
Project Coordinator
JC's Quality Foods Australia
01.2019 - 09.2020
Civil Engineer /Junior Project Manager
CML - MTD Construction (Pvt) Ltd
06.2016 - 12.2016
Intern Civil Engineer
NEM Construction (Pvt) Ltd
06.2015 - 12.2015
Master of Project Management -
Monash University
BEng - Civil and Structural Engineering
University of the West of England
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