Zaki Ahmed
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
A Civil Engineer with 2+ years of experience in construction and infrastructure projects. Experienced in site supervision and construction works. Knowledge of construction methods and construction sequences in civil structural construction above or below the ground.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Coles Services
10.2023 - Current
- Managed the development and maintenance of staff rosters for a team of thirty employees across three stores in the Victoria 10 region.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize overall team output while minimizing costs.
- Ensured daily operations compliance with company policies, Labor law, student working rights, and industry regulations.
- Conducted training sessions for new team members on roster compliance operations, emphasizing adherence to best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Developed and executed floor maintenance plans, identifying and prioritizing areas requiring special attention.
- Organized and coordinated truck runs to replenish the stock of chemicals and machinery essential for daily operational tasks.
- Enforced safety protocols, including ensuring all staff wore high-visibility vests and safety shoes.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Promoted high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviour's and standards.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
Junior Project Engineer
AJM UNITED
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Assisted in determining construction methods, materials, and quality standards
- Interpreted specifications, drawings, and plans to ensure adherence to project requirements
- Coordinated site activities, directed site labor, and managed delivery of construction materials
- Estimated project costs, prepared detailed cost plans, and assisted in budgetary control
- Monitored design changes, assessed cost implications, and negotiated design variations
- Analyzed structural systems for static and dynamic loads, ensuring compliance with regulations
- Proficient in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings
- Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and procedures
- Experienced in estimating project costs and preparing cost plans
- Skilled in coordinating site activities and managing site labor
- Collaborated closely with architects, planners, and other stakeholders to create cohesive designs that satisfied project objectives and constraints
- Evaluated environmental impacts of proposed designs, incorporating sustainable solutions where possible to minimize negative effects on the surrounding ecosystem
- Improved project efficiency by conducting thorough site investigations and identifying potential problems early in the design process
- Continuously refined technical knowledge through collaboration with experienced team members during complex projects requiring innovative solutions
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on industry trends for continuous improvement of engineering skills.
Site Engineer
Sigma Consultants PTV LTD
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Participate in the implementation of a positive safety culture across the Project
- Participate in daily prestart and weekly toolbox meetings for the direct work team to ensure safety is discussed, promoted and issues are resolved
- Conduct informal site safety walks every day to elevate employees' and subcontractors' focus on safety and remove, rectify &/or report any hazards as required
- Accurately record and track costs related to plant, materials, and labor costs
- Provide proactive assistance to the Project Engineers during the production of a fully detailed and accurate forecast Cost to Complete and reports
- Assist Project Engineers in concise and timely contributions to weekly and monthly reports
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients, sub-contractors and suppliers
- Managing subcontractors and resources for the projects
- Ensuring Safety and Quality standards are met
- Maintain and monitor an efficient system, record all project activities, and analyze all processes to ensure all work meets quality requirements
- Conduct periodic meetings to address any concerns and check progress
- Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables
- Coordinate and direct construction workers
- Assist in the development of a detailed program for day-to-day activities, lookahead program, and daily program changes, including resources required and material deliveries
- Ensure that the program is communicated to all relevant parties
- Assist with the management of all lots following the Project QA system, including opening, closing, testing, and creating material registers, lots are complete, up to date, and closed out expeditiously
- Monitor the progress of the planned works and regularly review the delay allowance status
- Assist in the tracking of off-site procurement items against the program.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Kaplan Business School
Melbourne, VIC03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
JNTUH
India05.2018
Skills
- Construction Site Management
- Cost Estimation
- Microsoft Excel, Project, and Vision
- Project management experience
- Project Estimation
- Building code compliance
- Project Budgeting
- Blueprint understanding
References
Provided on request.
Timeline
Team Leader
Coles Services
10.2023 - Current
Junior Project Engineer
AJM UNITED
10.2019 - 11.2020
Site Engineer
Sigma Consultants PTV LTD
06.2017 - 09.2019
MBA - Project Management
Kaplan Business School
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
JNTUH
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