SUNITA CHHETRI
Underwood,QLD
Summary
Dedicated Construction Professional with a proven track record of success in Civil/Rail, Commercial, and Residential projects. Expertise in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, and Sustainable Planning. Aspiring to leverage these skills to excel as a Project Manager in the Construction Industry, with a focus on driving business growth and success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Site/Project Engineer
Logan City Council
QLD
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitate project procurement actively, ensure precise documentation, and resolve pre-procurement issues proactively, resulting in minimized contract variations and mitigated project disruptions
- Evaluate contractor quotations thoroughly, taking into account risks related to variations, traffic, past conduct, environmental factors, project delivery, and management, leading to informed and careful decision-making
- Review contractor progress claims and variations in accordance with the contractual and legislative requirements of the Building Industry Fairness (BIF) Act, ensuring fair and compliant contract management
- Conduct comprehensive reviews of construction RFIs and NCRs alongside the Senior Project Engineer, ensuring prompt and effective responses to the Contractor
- Manage workplace health and safety matters appropriately as the Superintendent's Site Representative, contributing to a safe and compliant work environment
- Demonstrate Council's capability by delivering projects on time and within budget, showcasing efficient project management skills
- Ensure the delivery of projects with effective review and management of quality and specification requirements, environmental requirements, and stakeholder engagement strategies, leading to high-quality project outcomes
- Maintain control over project and contract outcomes, implementing corrective actions promptly as needed, resulting in well-managed and successful projects
- Build rapport with contractors, resolve contracts fairly and reasonably in line with contractual provisions, fostering positive and productive relationships
- Monitor compliance with safety, program, expenditure, quality, environmental, stakeholder engagement, customer service, and other performance standards, ensuring high standards of project execution
- Implement corrective actions to uphold project standards and hold regular meetings with contractors to evaluate performance and address necessary improvements in line with contract requirements, leading to continuous improvement in project execution
- Investigate and respond to customer service inquiries on roads and drainage infrastructure matters as required, providing timely and effective customer service.
Contracts Administrator
Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Plan, administer, and manage project costs, estimates, revenues, claims, subcontractor and supplier engagement, and contract establishment for the full life cycle of the project
- Review changes in Scope of Work and variations that require an extension of time
- Evaluate claims through quantity take-offs and re-measurement of works to make recommendations to Contractual claims
- Certify and approve progress reports, progress claims, and variations in a timely manner to ensure a continuous and positive cash flow on the project
- Ensure the correct subcontract is used for each vendor and coordinate with the Commercial Manager prior to negotiation with subcontractors
- Provide clear and concise information to clients/subcontractors on disputes or disagreements relating to the head contracts or subcontracts
- Process all Subcontractor monthly claims and ensure responses are sent to the subcontractors within the timeframe specified in the Subcontract Agreement
- Close out Subcontract project scope, finalise Deed of Release, and ensure retentions are released on time
- Assist the Project Manager in compiling Variations, including limits of Accuracy, Rise and Fall, Annexure E claims, and Disruption claims
- Assist in the submission of Head Contract claims, certification, and (Schedule of rates) SOR adjustments.
Site Engineer
Formcon Group Pty Ltd
Yatala, QLD
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Collaborate closely with Senior Management, Project Engineer, and site team to ensure smooth construction operations
- Assist the Project Manager in preparing monthly payment claims and variations
- Guarantee compliance of all tasks with the required specifications (MRTS), regulations, and contract provisions
- Monitor quantities accurately on a daily basis and supervise the fortnightly ahead program to determine the current phase of construction
- Facilitate the successful onboarding of plants and equipment, ensuring their proper allocation to specific site activities
- Implement WHS, Quality, and Environmental controls
- Work independently, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and the ability to identify risks and opportunities
- Engage in communication with the client regarding service utilities or any hold point during construction
- Inspect reinforcement schedules provided by the client and ensure the delivery of the correct reinforcement on site
- Guide the site team in resolving any design changes or unexpected site situations
- Strengthen rapport between clients and the company
- Conduct quality checks and thermal monitoring on all concrete pours in accordance with MRTS specifications.
Quantity Surveyor
OC Projects Services Pty Ltd
Brisbane City, QLD
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Coordinated activities and monitored performance of subcontractors and suppliers
- Evaluated and presented Extension of Time after finalising variations
- Oversee contracts and projects; FIFO to Carmichael Rail Network Project (Fencing Scope)
- Formulate monthly payment claims and communicate project progress to the Project Manager
- Function independently with a keen eye for detail and the capacity to pinpoint risks and opportunities.
Contract Administrator
Fugen Masonry Contractors Pty Ltd | MBrick Pty Ltd
Helensvale, QLD
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Gather, prepare, and assess variations in collaboration with the Operations Manager and the Foreman, and compile them with drawings, site instructions, and day dockets on each project
- Formulate, submit, and input monthly claims to the builder with the support of the Operations Manager
- Deliver project finalisation documents including Operational and Maintenance Manuals, Inspection and Test Plans (ITP's), and Occupational Certificates
- Utilise client's specific collaborative software such as Aconex, Procore, RedHub, and BIM360 to resolve issues, procure the latest revision of drawings, transmit documents, and track any general correspondence
- Support the Commercial Manager with timely and accurate cost reporting of each job
- Monitor and track retentions/ Bank guarantees that are kept on hold from the builder as they are due
- Participate in weekly Project Management Meeting and document meeting minutes.
Intern Assistant Project Manager
Case Meallin
Spring Hill, QLD
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Compile contract documents for refurbishment projects and assist the Senior Project Manager during the contract's construction phase
- Cooperate with the Quantity Surveyor to authenticate builders' variation claims
- Obtain progress claims from builders while simultaneously inspecting the site with the Senior Project Manager to confirm the accuracy of claims.
Sub-Assistant Civil Engineer
Office of the District Magistrate
Darjeeling, India
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Contributed to the estimating team's success in meeting tender objectives, including the evaluation of construction methodologies and pricing
- Negotiated competitive pricing from trades and suppliers
- Administered contracts with local contractors and sub-contractors for the construction of Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) centers (Project size $1M)
- Oversaw defect management, including the coordination and supervision of repairs
- Provided quality monitoring support, addressed contract-specific issues, and compiled reports
- Performed inspections, conducted analyses, and resolved defect-related issues at past projects
- Ensured prompt resolution of all defects in line with the required standards
- Processed purchase orders and payment claims.
Education
Cert IV Workplace Health and Safety -
Civil Train - QLD
06.2025
Bachelors of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying -
Bond University - Gold Coast, QLD
06.2019
Diploma of Sustainable Environments and Planning -
Bond University - Gold Coast, QLD
05.2017
Bachelors of Civil Engineering -
Institution of Civil Engineers - India
01.2015
Diploma of Civil Engineering -
Darjeeling Polytechnic Institute - India
07.2009
Skills
- Interpret project details and plans
- Coordinated project activities
- Exhibit knowledge of civil engineering works
- Planning, evaluating, and overseeing the construction of building structures and facilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office/Word/Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Buildsoft
- AutoCAD
- CostX
- Experienced in using Coins
- Aconex
- Procore
- RedHub
- BIM360
- TradeUp
- Buildertrend
- Goal-oriented with the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
- Demonstrated extensive experience in teamwork
- Time management
- Contract administration
- Quick learner with high enthusiasm and a keen eye for detail
- Reliable, punctual, and conscientious
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills
Activities
National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
References
References available upon request.
Training
- Replica of Brisbane's Iconic Story Bridge Build (June 2019) - Constructionarium Australia Construction Training Centre, Salisbury QLD
- Construction Induction Training - Workplace Health and Safety QLD, White Card - 2413148 issued January 2019
- Rail Industry Training - Queensland Rail, QR SARC and WET training, Rail Industry Worker Card
- Construction Contract Masterclass - Civil Contractors Federation Queensland
- Subcontractors Financial Statements - Institute of Civil Infrastructure
Timeline
Site/Project Engineer
Logan City Council
07.2023 - Current
Contracts Administrator
Georgiou Group Pty Ltd
08.2021 - 07.2023
Site Engineer
Formcon Group Pty Ltd
02.2021 - 08.2021
Quantity Surveyor
OC Projects Services Pty Ltd
08.2020 - 09.2020
Contract Administrator
Fugen Masonry Contractors Pty Ltd | MBrick Pty Ltd
08.2019 - 08.2020
Intern Assistant Project Manager
Case Meallin
01.2019 - 04.2019
Sub-Assistant Civil Engineer
Office of the District Magistrate
01.2012 - 01.2016
Cert IV Workplace Health and Safety -
Civil Train - QLD
Bachelors of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying -
Bond University - Gold Coast, QLD
Diploma of Sustainable Environments and Planning -
Bond University - Gold Coast, QLD
Bachelors of Civil Engineering -
Institution of Civil Engineers - India
Diploma of Civil Engineering -
Darjeeling Polytechnic Institute - India
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