SumitKumar Kishorbhai Lakhani
North Geelong,Australia
Summary
Civil Engineer with a strong background in construction project management, structural drawings, estimation, and building maintenance. Proficient in supervising site activities and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Skilled in planning and executing civil works, including basements, foundations, roads, earthworks, and drainage systems (water, stormwater, and sewer). Known for delivering quality results on time and within budget. I am an expert at coordinating teams, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve efficient and successful project outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Civil Engineer & Site Engineer
Dharmajivan Group Pty Ltd T/A Varni Homes Pty Ltd
Victoria
2024.09 - 2026.03
- Reviews structural frameworks for single-story and multi-story residential projects ensuring compliance with AS 3600, AS 2870, and NCC/BCA.
- Supervised on-site construction activities, enforcing OH&S;/WHS safety protocols and quality benchmarks.
- Managed earthworks include excavation, backfilling, consolidation, and compaction of subgrade and fill materials.
- Maintained daily site reports, monitored project costs, prepared invoice documentation, and ensured regulatory compliance.
- Obtained subcontractor quotations, purchase orders, and verified material quality through sample inspections.
- Inspected steel and timber frame structures (beams, columns, joints, girders, roofing) for alignment and standard compliance.
- Part Time
Civil Engineer & Site Engineer
Kagcon Pty Ltd / Buildbourne Pty Ltd
Victoria
2023.03 - 2024.06
- Monitored concrete slab pours, retaining walls, and foundations for structural integrity.
- Resolved on-site technical issues including drainage conflicts and material defects.
- Submitted engineering designs for council approval and managed end-to-end approval workflows.
- Generated cross-sections and volume calculations for cut/fill optimization using Revit, reducing material costs.
- Prepared CAD drawings (AutoCAD, Revit, Mudshark) and collaborated with architects to align aesthetics with structural requirements.
- Maintained daily site reports, cost tracking, invoice documentation, and safety compliance records.
- Reviewed civil engineering drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and 12D Model for design accuracy and compliance.
- Ensured stormwater systems complied with Australian Rainfall & Runoff standards and local council regulations.
- Part-Time
Education
Master of Business Administration - Tourism & Hospitality Management
Victorian Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC 2023.02 - 2026.02
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined
Shantilal Shah Engineering College, Gujarat Technological University
India 2017.06 - 2021.06
Skills
- SOFTWARE SKILL: AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, Microsoft Project, Space Gass, 12D Model for As- Compliant
- Australian Standards - NCC, BCA, AS 1170 (Wind/Load Codes), AS 3727 (Pavement Design)
Timeline
Civil Engineer & Site Engineer
Dharmajivan Group Pty Ltd T/A Varni Homes Pty Ltd
2024.09 - 2026.03
Civil Engineer & Site Engineer
Kagcon Pty Ltd / Buildbourne Pty Ltd
2023.03 - 2024.06
Master of Business Administration - Tourism & Hospitality Management
Victorian Institute of Technology
2023.02 - 2026.02
Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined
Shantilal Shah Engineering College, Gujarat Technological University
2017.06 - 2021.06