Yanni Arvanitis
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Yanni possesses a diverse range of construction experience having worked for Tier 1 Main Contractors and Client-side project management consultant on a variety of building and infrastructure projects. Through experience gained on major projects within Australia and Asia, Yanni has gained the necessary skills and ability to tailor and adapt methods of project delivery to ensure a successful outcome for all stakeholders. As a self-motivated individual who is committed to delivering projects to the highest standard of quality, Yanni thrives on facing new challenges and experiences. This enables Yanni to motivate and lead with a culture of positive working relationships through solid teamwork and collaboration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Melbourne, Vic
01.2022 - Current
- SEPA Level Crossing Removal, Melbourne Vic
- Coolstore Road TOC Phase - Preparation of construction staging as part of TOC submission relating to Structure's scope including piling, capping beam, piers, L beam supply and install
- Responsibilities also included design review and optimisation, preparing scope of works for Subcontractor pricing and input to preparation of project budget
- Dublin Road Delivery Phase - Civils Lead during delivery phase managing $60m worth of scope including piling pads, capping beam excavation, corridor bulk excavation, shotcrete, track drainage, road and carpark drainage and pavement construction
Senior Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Muswellbrook, NSW
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Muswellbrook Bridge Replacement, Muswellbrook NSW, ARTC $50m
- Responsible for leading onsite delivery of 178m Incremental launch bridge construction and associated earthworks, drainage, finishing works and demolition of existing bridges
- With tight program targets to be met, close attention was required to develop completion program work and lead the delivery team to execute and mitigate issues as that arose
- Specific emphasis was also placed on finalising project cost forecast and cost management through to completion of works
Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Adelaide, SA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Osborne North Development Project, Adelaide SA, Australian Naval Infrastructure $1bn
- Responsible for design review, preparation of scope of works documentation, lead tender process and recommendation, onboarding and subcontractor management to deliver the following scopes:
- - Phase 1 FRP ($15m) – Construction of all reinforced concrete structures including pilecaps, ground slabs, suspended slabs, post tension slabs and associated excavation and ground services associated with these works
- - Phase 2 FRP / Deep Pit Construction ($30m) – Construction of 6x pits where various Vendor machinery including milling machines, presses and bevelling machines would be installed
- Works including excavation (14,000m3), shotcrete works to walls, reinforced concrete (5,500m3), precast panels, interior suspended slabs, structural steel and surrounding ground slabs
Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
Adelaide, SA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Darlington Upgrade Project, Adelaide SA, DPTI $620m
- Responsible for delivering Structural FRP and precast scope including substructure and abutments for steel girder bridges, Super-T bridge construction, precast barrier and façade panel supply and install, insitu barriers, capping beam and pile breakback
- Responsibilities included program development and management, cost forecasting and cost control, quality management, construction method statement development and ensuring works executed in accordance with HSE requirements
Project Manager
Pure Projects Project Management
Penang, Malaysia
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Angsana Teluk Bahang Penang, Malaysia, Senja Aman Development $110m
- Project consisted of hotel resort (9 storey), serviced apartments (16 storey) and wellness centre
- Scope of works included general earthworks, piling, basement excavation and construction, RC superstructure works, MEP works and fitout, infrastructure works including earthworks, drainage, pavements and link bridge
- Engaged as Client-side Project Manager to oversee all factors of the project including design management, Subcontractor tender process, management of site construction, authority development approval process and monthly presentation update to Client
Project Manager
Vanguard Hotels
, Malaysia & Philippines
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Vanguard Hotels Rollout Programme, Malaysia & Philippines $110m
- Vivid Hotel KL Sentral – 32 storey hotel
- Vivid Hotel Georgetown Penang – 27 storey hotel
- GO Hotel Manila Airport – 12 storey hotel
- GO Hotel Timog Manila – 12 storey hotel
- As the Project Manager for this rollout programme, responsibilities included working with developer on brand development, feasibility studies on prospective locations, scope development for tendering, consultant and subcontractor appointment, design management, weekly and monthly reporting to Client, management of site construction activities, completions and handover to Operations
Project Manager
Standard Chartered Bank
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Projects consisted of a range of ongoing fit out and refurbishment upgrades to Menara Standard Chartered (46 storey office tower) in Kuala Lumpur and all building and branch facilities owned by Standard Chartered Bank
- This role was a secondment through CBRE to manage all projects within Standard Chartered Bank's portfolio in Malaysia and responsibilities included, stakeholder management, scope development and subcontractor tendering, program and construction management
Project Manager
Eli Lilly
The Ascent Paradigm, Malaysia
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Eli Lilly Asia Pacific SSC, Malaysia $10m
- Relocation of Eli Lilly Shard Services Centre from existing premises to new office located in The Ascent Paradigm building
- Works included the fitout comprising of all services and finishes of new premises and stripping of existing premises for handover back to Landlord
- Responsibilities included design management, design consultant appointment, managing local authority approval process, program management, construction management and regular Client meeting and reporting
Project Manager
BIM Group
Phu Quoc, Vietnam
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Intercontinental Resort Phu Quoc, Vietnam $110m
- Hotel resort comprising of 20 storey tower with 4 wings (7 storey each)
- Scope of works included general earthworks and site preparation, precast piling, RC foundations and superstructure works, MEP works, architectural works, infrastructure works including earthworks, drainage, footpaths and landscaping
- Responsibilities included design management, chairing weekly design and construction meetings, issuing weekly and monthly reports, management of site construction activities and program management
Project Manager
Perron Group
Perth, WA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Cockburn Gateway Shopping City - Stage 3, Perth WA $102m
- Shopping centre expansion which included 41 shops, food outlets, basement and roof deck car park construction and redevelopment of surrounding infrastructure and access roads
- Responsibilities included the onboarding and management of Fitout Subcontractors, interface management with Base build Contractor, program management, managing design approval process and completions through to centre opening
Site Engineer
John Holland
Adelaide, SA
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Urban Superway, Adelaide SA, DPTI $842m
- Design and Construct project consisting of 4.8km non-stop corridor comprising of 2.8km of elevated roadway from Port River Expressway to Regency road
- Working in the Ground Civils team on CFA and CMC piling, bored piles, pilecap excavation and backfill, pile breakback, sheet piling, earthworks, pavements, RSS walls, crane pad construction, precast feature walls, reinforced concrete footings and temporary earthworks for superstructure and segment erection teams
- Working in Precast Yard on bridge segment construction, reinforcement cage manufacture, mould/jig manufacture and associated inspections and material procurement
- Responsibilities included ensuring works completed in accordance with specifications and preparation of QA documentation, tracking of site progress and cost management, monthly forecasting and accrual submissions, subcontractor management, program updates, RFI submissions and NCR close out, ensure works carried out in accordance HSE requirements, preparation of SWMS and construction method statements
Graduate Engineer
McMahon Services
Adelaide, SA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Glenside Hospital Project, Adelaide SA, Department of Health SA / Hansen Yuncken $110m
- Redevelopment of the Glenside Hospital to upgrade facilities and provide additional ward
- Appointed as a Subcontractor to Hansen Yuncken to deliver $9m scope of works which included bulk earthworks, building pads, stormwater, sewer, roads, paving and landscaping, asbestos removal and environmental remediation
- Responsibilities included ensuring works completed in accordance with design and specifications, updating drawing registers and tracking design changes, preparing variation pricing submissions, tracking of site works and stockpile management, QA documentation, assisting with monthly progress claims, procurement of plant and materials
Education
Bachelor of Engineering -
Civil and Structural
Bachelor of Finance -
Skills
- Engineering project design
- Worksite management
- EPA regulations adherence
- Engineering design development
- Project deadlines management
- Environmental regulations compliance
References
- Michael Heathwood, Project Leader, Laing O'Rourke, 0418259759, mheathwood@laingorourke.com.au
- Jarrod Sultana, Project Leader, Laing O'Rourke, 0408948845, jsultana@laingorourke.com.au
- Greg Cook, Project Director, Laing O'Rourke, 0409780896, cjcook@laingorourke.com.au
Certification
- CPENg
- Temporary Works Coordinator
- Next Gear Facilitator
Timeline
Senior Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
01.2022 - Current
Senior Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
01.2021 - 01.2022
Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
01.2020 - 01.2021
Project Engineer
Laing O'Rourke
01.2017 - 01.2020
Project Manager
Pure Projects Project Management
01.2016 - 01.2017
Project Manager
Vanguard Hotels
01.2015 - 01.2016
Project Manager
Standard Chartered Bank
01.2015 - 12.2015
Project Manager
Eli Lilly
01.2015 - 12.2015
Project Manager
BIM Group
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project Manager
Perron Group
01.2014 - 01.2015
Site Engineer
John Holland
01.2011 - 01.2014
Graduate Engineer
McMahon Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Engineering -
Civil and Structural
Bachelor of Finance -
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