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Wali Khalid

GOSFORD,NSW

Summary

Project Engineer with over 4 years of experience managing commercial and residential construction projects from start to finish. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and under budget through effective cost estimation, scheduling, and resource management. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams and supervising subcontractors while ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Expertise in budget preparation, progress tracking, and implementing corrective actions for project deviations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Capstone Builders and Engineers Pvt Ltd
Lahore, Punjab
03.2023 - 05.2025
  • Developed and implemented project plans, budgets, and schedules for multiple teams.
  • Ensured compliance with local building codes and safety regulations throughout construction.
  • Monitored construction progress, maintaining quality control standards and contract compliance.
  • Resolved conflicts among stakeholders to maintain project momentum and collaboration.
  • Conducted regular client meetings to provide progress updates and manage scope changes.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to optimize resource allocation.
  • Reviewed architectural plans for accuracy while coordinating with architects and engineers.
  • Maintained detailed cost records, analyzing estimates to ensure adherence to budget constraints.
  • Advised clients on innovative ways to reduce overall costs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Managed multiple teams working on different aspects of a single project.
  • Maintained detailed records of all costs associated with each project.
  • Provided technical guidance to on-site personnel including laborers and supervisors.
  • Coordinated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors, and other specialists throughout the duration of the project.
  • Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress to ensure compliance and top quality control.

Project Engineer

Capstone Builders and Engineers Pvt Ltd
Lahore, Punjab
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed resources such as equipment, materials, personnel and subcontractors to achieve project goals.
  • Developed and implemented project plans, schedules and budgets.
  • Assisted Project Manager in project documentation and compiled reports detailing progress updates and budget information.
  • Ensured the safe, cost-effective, and timely completion of all the deadlines to meet or exceed client expectations.
  • Determined project schedule by studying project plan and specifications and calculating time requirements.
  • Generated engineering documentation and oversaw design projects.
  • Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.
  • Prepared cost estimates and construction documents and coordinated with quantity estimators for correct billing to the client.
  • Ensured the safe, cost-effective, and timely completion of all the deadlines to meet or exceed client expectations.

Estimation Engineer

Capstone Builders and Engineers Pvt Ltd
Lahore, Punjab
05.2020 - 01.2021
  • Reviewed drawings and specifications to identify any discrepancies or omissions that may affect cost estimation accuracy.
  • Evaluated bids received from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure they meet requirements of the contract terms and conditions.
  • Developed and maintained detailed cost estimates for large-scale projects.
  • Verified contractor invoices against estimated costs before payment is released.
  • Attended job site visits to evaluate progress of work against estimated costs.
  • Drafted contracts between suppliers and vendors and clients based on estimated costs.
  • Prepared and Submitted Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) and Final bill of ongoing projects
  • Maintained a working knowledge of industry trends regarding pricing structures for supplies and services.
  • Created and updated databases of historical cost information.
  • Prepared project budget estimates for review by management team.
  • Assisted in preparing bid packages for competitive bidding process.
  • Maintained records of all bids received during the procurement process.

Junior Estimation Engineer

MFB Zone
Lahore, Punjab
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Performed quantity take off of on going projects.
  • Reviewed submission drawings and generated RFIs where required.
  • Consulted with clients regarding changes in scope of work that may affect cost estimates or budgets.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

National University of Science And Technology
Islamabad
07-2019

Skills

  • Project management
  • Resource allocation
  • Construction compliance
  • Cost estimation
  • Team coordination
  • Risk assessment
  • Technical guidance
  • Progress monitoring
  • Presentations
  • Budget preparation

Technical Proficiencies

  • Project management: Primavera P6, MS Project
  • Cost estimation and takeoff: PlanSwift
  • Design and drafting: AutoCAD
  • Productivity: MS Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint

Accomplishments

Cost savings and budget management Project delivery and efficiency Team leadership and process improvement Tendering and contract acquisition

  • Achieved $200K+ savings on a $5M residential project through value engineering and strategic procurement
  • Reduced material wastage by 15% by implementing lean construction practices and improving site workflows
  • Delivered a commercial high-rise project 3 weeks ahead of schedule by optimizing resource allocation and minimizing delays
  • Enhanced project delivery timelines by 20% through efficient scheduling and monitoring using Primavera P6
  • Led a multidisciplinary team of 12 or more engineers and subcontractors, ensuring strict adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards
  • Implemented a digital project tracking system, reducing reporting time by 30%, and improving decision-making through real-time visibility
  • Contributed to securing more than 5 project bids valued at over $10 million through detailed cost estimation, risk analysis, and competitive pricing
  • Negotiated with vendors and suppliers, achieving a 12% reduction in procurement costs while maintaining quality standards

Languages

English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

- Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) – Accredited Professional Engineer (2019-Present)
- Engineers Australia (EA) – Positive Skills Assessment for Civil Engineering Degree (ANZSCO Code: 233211)
- VETASSESS – Successful Skills Assessment for Construction Manager (ANZSCO Code: 133111)
- White Card (Construction Induction Card)

Affiliations

  • Short course on the development of a technical team and the execution of a project conducted by Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
  • Short course on entrepreneurship for engineers conducted by Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)

Future Goals/Plans

  • Preparing for Project Management Professional (PMP) and PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP) certification.

Timeline

Project Manager

Capstone Builders and Engineers Pvt Ltd
03.2023 - 05.2025

Project Engineer

Capstone Builders and Engineers Pvt Ltd
01.2021 - 03.2023

Estimation Engineer

Capstone Builders and Engineers Pvt Ltd
05.2020 - 01.2021

Junior Estimation Engineer

MFB Zone
08.2019 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

National University of Science And Technology

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