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Work History
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Certification
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Vandit Jani

Jacks Point

Summary

Project engineering professional with substantial experience in managing complex projects from inception to completion. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to timelines, and maintaining high standards of quality. Expertise in project planning, resource allocation, cost management and risk management. Known for effective problem-solving, adaptability to changing project requirements, and consistent delivery of results.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Engineer

Moore Construction
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Led and coordinated site operations, including piling and shotcrete application, while conducting comprehensive surveying tasks using Total Station and GPS to ensure accurate site measurements and compliance with project specifications.
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Monitored daily workflow for medium-large scale projects, including Hotel Roki, Onsen Hot Pools Extension, Project Ductus Oceania Dairy, ensuring on-time delivery, cost control, resource allocation, and adherence to project specifications and safety standards.
  • Optimized project cost management by tracking expenses, submitting monthly claims, and implementing efficient processes, resulting in improved financial oversight and a more streamlined billing cycle.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.

Project Engineer

CLL Service and Solutions
10.2022 - 09.2023
  • Managed and oversaw pilling projects for large-scale construction such a Papakura to Pukekohe (P2P) Electrification Project for KiwiRail and Silverdale Data Centre for Microsoft to manage timely project delivery, financial tracking, cost management, resource optimisation and quality assurance.
  • Increased profit margin by 20% for Silverdale Data Centre Project through resource optimisation, risk management and maintaining 100% quality score with 0 non-conformances.
  • Managed daily performance of 15+ site staff, engineers, skilled labourers, operators and surveyors through proactive communication and hands-on leadership and oversaw site supervision including overall health and safety.
  • Ensured quality control for piling aspects of the project, reducing defects and rework.

Geotechnical Engineer

Landtech Consulting Ltd
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Independently led and delivered 100+ geotechnical projects for small scale subdivisions.
  • Delegated and led a team 2-3 junior engineers to deliver projects within the set time.
  • Optimized ground improvement techniques based on site-specific requirements, enhancing overall structural performance.
  • Performed comprehensive risk assessments regarding potential slope failures or landslides, implementing effective mitigation measures to safeguard project investments and protect public safety.
  • Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to address emerging geotechnical concerns during construction activities, facilitating prompt resolution of issues while minimizing impacts on project schedules.

Geotechnical Engineer

KGA Geotechnical
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Led construction monitoring for large scale residential development through quality audits for maintaining quality assurance.
  • Independently delivered projects within a set time, cost and quality and reported financial tracking to senior management.
  • Evaluated potential construction sites for suitability, reducing future complications due to unfavorable soil conditions or geological hazards.

Survey Assistant

The Survey Group Ltd
09.2018 - 10.2019

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Technician

GDC Consultants Ltd
04.2017 - 08.2018

Education

New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - CIVIL

UNITEC INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Skills

  • Construction Financial Planning and Project Management
  • Risk Management and Planning
  • Hyperfocus on Health and Safety
  • Quality Assurance and Quality Monitoring
  • Resource Allocation and Optimisation
  • Conflict Resolution and De-escalation
  • Team Leadership
  • Construction Site Supervision and Monitoring
  • Engineering Consulting
  • Stakeholder Management

Languages

English
Hindi
Gujarati

Certification

PRINCE2

Timeline

Project Engineer

Moore Construction
01.2024 - 12.2024

Project Engineer

CLL Service and Solutions
10.2022 - 09.2023

Geotechnical Engineer

Landtech Consulting Ltd
11.2020 - 09.2022

Geotechnical Engineer

KGA Geotechnical
10.2019 - 04.2020

Survey Assistant

The Survey Group Ltd
09.2018 - 10.2019

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Technician

GDC Consultants Ltd
04.2017 - 08.2018

PRINCE2

New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - CIVIL

UNITEC INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Vandit Jani