VARUN SUDHEER
Darwin City,Australia
Summary
Versatile Project Engineer offers quality assurance, root cause analysis and project management expertise coupled with outstanding multitasking and communication abilities. Polished in observing and monitoring project milestones and interacting with clients to interpret needs. Sound knowledge of design and visualization software.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
MMC
Darwin, Australia
01.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded the coordination of projects for major clients in the Mining Industry, showcasing adaptability and strategic thinking in a fast-paced EPC environment.
- Advanced proficiency in interpreting work scopes, drawings, and technical documentation for Painting & Blasting and Industrial Remediation Projects.
- Collaborated closely with clients to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, fostering relationships that consistently resulted in high satisfaction rates.
- Skilled in liaising with builder representatives, managing RFI’s, and ensuring budget and scope alignment, contributing to successful tender acquisitions.
- Managed financial aspects of projects, including budgeting and cost control, highlighting analytical and financial reporting skills.
- Managed procurement activities from vendor selection to contract management, achieving cost-effective material and service acquisition while maintaining project timelines.
- Fostered strong relationships with builders, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring cohesive project execution and quality deliverables.
- Proven track record in preparing detailed cost estimates, MTOs, and tender summary reviews, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to secure on-time delivery of materials and services, bolstering project efficiency.
- Prepared and presented precise project status reports to clients and senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability in project progress and financial health.
- Led risk assessment initiatives, developing effective mitigation strategies to maintain project integrity, showcasing proactive risk management capabilities.
- Ability to travel as required for FIFO site visits and project assessments.
- Developed and maintained ITPs to systematically monitor compliance with engineering specifications and quality benchmarks, ensuring all project deliverables met stringent quality standards.
- Managed the MDR to ensure accurate tracking, submission, and approval of project documentation, streamlining the workflow and enhancing project communication across multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
Trades Assistant
Airducter
Darwin, Australia
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed comprehensive maintenance programs for critical hospital infrastructure, including Air Handling Units (AHUs), Cooling Towers, and Energy Recovery Units (ERUs), leading to reduction in unscheduled downtime and ensuring uninterrupted hospital operations.
- Supporting trades professionals with technical expertise during servicing.
- Followed monthly servicing schedule for AHUs, utilizing precise data recording techniques to optimize unit performance, resulting in an improvement in energy efficiency.
- Implemented proactive maintenance strategies that enhanced overall system efficiency and reduced the frequency of breakdowns.
- Performed basic maintenance on equipment used in the workshop.
- Followed instructions given by qualified tradespeople regarding safety protocols and procedures when working onsite or in the workshop.
Business Development Manager
Care NT
Darwin, Australia
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Orchestrated the expansion of the client base and spearheaded marketing initiatives, significantly enhancing brand visibility and new client acquisition.
- Developed and maintained robust relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and establishing a solid foundation for recurring business.
- Evaluated company strengths and aligned them with client and coordinator needs to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships and strategic business alignment.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Created presentations to attract new business opportunities.
- Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
- Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
Procurement Specialist
Sanpar Industries Pvt Ltd.
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Excelled in managing end-to-end procurement operations, establishing robust vendor relationships to ensure smooth project execution.
- Partnered effectively with the Design team to source materials crucial for project success, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and quality standards.
- Coordinated material arrival schedules and cost estimations, leading to enhanced budget accuracy and supply chain efficiency.
- Conducted supplier audits, upholding the company’s commitment to quality and compliance, contributing to the reliability of the procurement process.
- Influenced material selection through the creation of detailed comparative charts, enabling strategic, cost-effective decisions.
- Played a role in new product development.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with suppliers and internal teams, facilitating seamless operational flow.
- Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs.
- Developed strategies for procuring goods and services at the most cost-effective prices.
- Conducted research to identify new potential suppliers based on quality, price, availability, reliability and serviceability criteria.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines.
- Resolved vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the procurement cycle.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
- Prepared and processed purchase orders for supplies, equipment and services.
- Managed inventory control, material control and supply reports.
Education
Master's Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT01.2020
Skills
- Estimation & Cost Analysis
- Procurement & Supply chain Management
- Scheduling & Resource Allocation
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Material Take-Offs
- Building Codes & Regulations
- Microsoft office
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Project Coordination
- Project Reporting
- Engineering Design
- Effective Communication
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Quality Assurance
- Analytical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Schedule Management
- Specification Review
- Progress Documentation
- Corrective Action Planning
- Project Estimation
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Technical Direction
- Project Scoping
- Project forecasting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety-Minded
- Client Relations
- Field support
- SOW Development
- Purchasing and procurement
- Process Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- Documentation Control
- Cost Estimation
Accomplishments
- Led the successful completion of multi-million-dollar engineering projects, employing advanced skills in estimation and procurement, to deliver complex initiatives within strict budgetary and scheduling constraints.
- Orchestrated the entire project lifecycle using Microsoft Project, exceeding critical milestones and financial objectives through meticulous resource management and scheduling.
- Upheld the highest quality standards in project execution, maintaining comprehensive QAQC documentation, which directly resulted in enhanced project quality and met all regulatory compliance benchmarks.
References
CAN BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.
Timeline
Project Engineer
MMC
01.2021 - Current
Trades Assistant
Airducter
08.2020 - 01.2021
Business Development Manager
Care NT
08.2019 - 08.2020
Procurement Specialist
Sanpar Industries Pvt Ltd.
08.2016 - 06.2018
Master's Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Charles Darwin University
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