Pooja Venugopal
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
With over 12 years of comprehensive project management experience encompassing all stages from conceptualization to final execution. Proficient in overseeing the coordination between contractors and clients throughout the project lifecycle. Demonstrated expertise in creating and managing construction documents and facilitating design development. Possesses exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, adept at fostering productive relationships with stakeholders such as councils, builders, clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Capable of operating autonomously while also thriving within collaborative team environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Services Victoria
Design and Sustainable Planning team
08.2021 - Current
- Responsible for managing the delivery of design and feasibility projects
- Managed the planning, execution, and delivery of projects utilizing the CSV project management Framework
- Reviewed and evaluated project documentation, developed and executed a CBD Asset Strategy, investigated options for accommodating Courts Group operations, managed asset scanning and digital twin implementation, conducted feasibility studies, and implemented asset intent reviews.
RD Carter & Associates (Melbourne)
Land Surveying company
Melbourne
12.2015 - 07.2021
- Responsible for managing around 140 subdivisions and consolidation projects
- Coordinated project requirements between surveyors, designers, builders, council town planners, engineering department, and relevant utilities authorities
- Managed project planning, scheduling, design documentation, change and variation requirements, and built effective working relationships with stakeholders
- Achievements include releasing titles in record time, reducing project completion time, and expanding company's scope of works.
Centre for Vernacular Architecture (India)
Design and construction firm
, India
02.2012 - 12.2014
- Worked as an Architect and Project Coordinator in a design and construction firm focused on holistic architectural building traditions/practices.
Sacred Geometry (India)
, India
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Worked as a Graduate Architect.
Melbourne Design Week – Crafting Energy
Crafting Cities Collective
Melbourne
05.2024
- Contributed to the organization and execution of the 'Crafting Energy' event as part of Melbourne Design Week 2024
- Responsible for securing funding, coordinating with suppliers, designing the exhibition space, managing ticketing processes, and engaging young kids.
Education
Certification in Sustainable Business Strategy -
Harvard Business School Online
01.2020
Cert III in Work Health and Safety -
Victoria
01.2015
Bachelor of Architecture -
University of Calicut
01.2010
Skills
- Stakeholder Consultation
- Strong communication
- Presentation skills
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Strategic Planning
- Architectural Design
- Feasibility Studies
- Asset Planning
- Project Risk Assessment
- Scoping
- Budgeting
- Preparation of project documentation
- Review of project documentation
- Development of project plans
- Development of project schedule
- Change management
- Variation management
- Subdivision planning
- Consolidation planning
- Prioritization
- Flexibility
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
Melbourne Design Week – Crafting Energy
Crafting Cities Collective
05.2024
Court Services Victoria
Design and Sustainable Planning team
08.2021 - Current
RD Carter & Associates (Melbourne)
Land Surveying company
12.2015 - 07.2021
Centre for Vernacular Architecture (India)
Design and construction firm
02.2012 - 12.2014
Sacred Geometry (India)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Certification in Sustainable Business Strategy -
Harvard Business School Online
Cert III in Work Health and Safety -
Victoria
Bachelor of Architecture -
University of Calicut
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