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Tejus Manchegowda

Sydney,Australia

Summary

I’m Professional Civil Engineer (MIEAust) with a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and a Master’s in Construction Management. I bring 5.5+ years of experience across water, sewer, stormwater, and road infrastructure projects. Skilled in infrastructure design assessment, stormwater model assessment, trenchless technology applications, civil pipeline engineering, stakeholder engagement, and technical reporting. Recognised for delivering compliant, practical, and sustainable infrastructure outcomes while ensuring innovation, safety, and strong customer focus.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Development Engineer

City of Parramatta
10.2024 - Current
  • Assess and review civil engineering plans for subdivisions, focusing on stormwater design, flood management, and catchment analysis.
  • Evaluate Section 88E applications for stormwater OSD systems for compliance with council and Australian Standards.
  • Lead construction inspections and maintenance of council stormwater infrastructure, including pits, pipelines, On-site detention, and erosion control systems, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Provide technical advice to contractors and consultants to support sustainable stormwater management outcomes.
  • Responsibilities:

Development Engineer - Major Development

Lismore City Council
02.2022 - 10.2024
  • Reviewed and approved land subdivision design plans (stormwater, water, sewer, roads, and access), ensuring compliance with council design manuals Australian, WSSA and other relevant Australian standards.
  • Inspected construction of water and sewer infrastructure, issuing Section 305–307 certificates under the Water Management Act and assessing plumbing works under Section 68 of the Local Government Act.
  • Delivered strategic input into greenfield and rezoning projects, assessing WSUD, flood analysis, and stormwater design reports.
  • Conducted inspections and testing of subdivision infrastructure including water mains, sewer pipes & manholes, road pavements, erosion controls, and stormwater systems.
  • Collaborated with government agencies (TfNSW, RFS, ROUS Water) on road safety, utility approvals, and compliance with state infrastructure requirements.
  • Supported construction of a new sewer pump station and applied trenchless technology for water pipeline installation across existing road corridors.
  • Applied Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) principles in subdivision assessments, ensuring developments delivered sustainable stormwater management and improved water quality outcomes.
  • Facilitated an innovative staging strategy for a 780-lot subdivision, enabling early development while securing contributions for a new reservoir to sustainably meet long-term water supply needs.
  • Supported use of trenchless technology (Horizontal Directional Drilling) for pipeline installation across existing road corridors, minimising community disruption and environmental impact.
  • Responsibilities:

Project Engineer

Westurban
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Preparing the project schedule and allocating respective trade/labour with their contact detail in Smartsheet software before notifying them through email/phone call for their confirmation.
  • Coordinating labour activity on the worksite and managing overall site performance of building and construction process including liaising with the architects, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers for 3 medium density townhouse residential projects.
  • Reading and interpreting structural and engineering AutoCAD drawing in detail before performing the activity on the worksite.
  • Ensuring all work conforms to the relevant authority guidelines by testing of material when delivered to the site, ensuring proper material is used according to the engineering requirement, and checking quality/standard of work during and after completion of each milestone.
  • Responsibilities:

Graduate Engineer

Sowparnika Construction
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Organising and directing site labour, the delivery of construction materials, plant and equipment, and establishing detailed programs for the coordination of site activities for 150 units 5 story ‘Bluebell’ apartment project.
  • Studying architectural and engineering drawings and specifications to estimate total costs using Bluebeam software, preparing detailed cost plans and estimates as tools to assist in budgetary control.
  • Ensuring that the project work goes on smoothly according to schedule and cost remains within the budget as per MS project database.
  • Drafting and designing 2D and 3D design of sidewalks and stormwater sewers, using AutoCAD and Revit software’s and assisting project manager with other major designs and specifications.
  • Responsibilities:

Education

Master of Construction Management (Professional) -

Deakin University

Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined

Visvesvaraya Technological University

Skills

  • Civil and Pipeline Engineering: Strong knowledge of design and construction practices for stormwater, sewer, water, and trenchless technologies Proficient in MUSIC and DRAINS modelling, flood analysis, catchment analysis, and stormwater detention design
  • Project Coordination and Management: Experienced in overseeing civil infrastructure projects from design assessment to construction, including evaluating applications, scheduling, and managing site performance to meet council standards
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Skilled in collaborating with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and the public, providing guidance, resolving technical issues, and minimizing RFIs through clear documentation
  • Safety and Risk Management: Committed to safety and regulatory compliance, including site inspections, material testing, and enforcing standards to mitigate risks throughout project implementation

Certification

  • DRAINS Modelling (Watercom) - April 2024
  • Professional Member of Engineering Australia (MIEAus) – January 2022
  • AutoCAD, Revit – Ballal CAD Centre, Intermediate Level, 2018

Timeline

Development Engineer

City of Parramatta
10.2024 - Current

Development Engineer - Major Development

Lismore City Council
02.2022 - 10.2024

Project Engineer

Westurban
04.2021 - 11.2021

Graduate Engineer

Sowparnika Construction
07.2019 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Civil Engineering - undefined

Visvesvaraya Technological University

Master of Construction Management (Professional) -

Deakin University

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