As the Planning Manager for Melchor Contracting, I’m responsible for all the Planning & Scheduling functions across the entire program of works including Pre-Contracts.Main Responsibilities include:1) Support the delivery of multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects through the provision of project controls and services including planning / scheduling, change management, earned value / performance assessment, reporting, delay analysis & construction claims.2) Lead, develop, effectively communicate and maintain fully integrated detailed resource loaded bid and project programs utilising Primavera P6 and modern planning tools.3) Implement best practices for Project Planning activities for tender schedules and projects, and the maintenance and development of any relevant systems, standards, processes, and templates in relation to Project Planning.4) Collaborate with various internal & external stakeholders across multiple disciplines and integrate in respect to Planning / Scheduling for successful delivery of projects, identify potential delays & claims and corrective actions.5) Support Contract / Commercial team for Construction Delay Analysis and Claims.6) Support, motivate and drive continuous improvement across the planning function ensuring internal and contractual requirements, obligations and deliverables are met.7) Mentorship of members within the Project Controls team.

Project Controls Engineer for Communication Sector of UGL Projects Business Unit.Projects include Queensland Rail European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 Signalling & Telecoms Works for Shorncliffe to Northgate Line at Brisbane, QLD, Communications Upgrade for Australian Gas Infrastructure Group, Radio Systems Upgrade for Public Transport Authority, WA.Main Responsibilities • Develop & Manage Project Schedules.• Develop & Manage Cost Estimates & Budgets.• Schedule & Cost Integration, Earned Value Progress Status Reporting, Dashboards.• Perform Trend Analysis & Evaluate Project Cost and Schedule Performance.• Financial Reporting - Budget & Cashflow.• Change Management - Schedule & Cost Updates.• Forensic Schedule Analysis / Extension of Time / Delay Claims / Analysis.• Schedule Support for Tenders.Key AchievementsDeveloped detailed construction claim in collaboration with assigned law firm triggered by a Force Majeure event resulting in a successful payout of the claim from the client.

I have been engaged as Planning Manager (Systems) to manage Power Supply & Distribution System (PS&DS) Work Package Contractor (WPC) and Track Works, Maintenance Vehicles & Work Trains WPC with regard to Programme management. PS&DS Package involves installation of 132 kV/33 kV/750 VDC Equipment at 3 BSS, 28 TPSS, 21 Utility Buildings, 35 Stations, 33 kV Cables Network & Trackside Equipment over 52.2 Km of Track (38.7 Km Elevated & 13.5 Km Underground).Trackwork involves installation of Slab Track & Conductor Rail over 52.2 km of Track & provision of Work Trains & Construction Rail Operations .As Planning Manager for 2 of the above packages, Key Responsibilities include:1) Review & Approval of Work Package Contractor’s Programmes, and Ongoing Monitoring & Tracking of WPC’s programmes & Reporting on Progress;2) Re-sequencing of Trackwork Construction Sequence & TRIP (Track Related Installation Programme) based on Civil Work Progress using Time Location Charts;3) Interface with Civil / Underground Work Package Contractors for Programme related issues, to mitigate any delays and initiate resequencing of works with the affected WPCs to ensure timely completion;4) Review & Approval of WPC’s Delay / Disruption Claims, Programme Impact due to Scope Changes, Capture Potential Programme Risks & Recommend Mitigations.Key AchievementsDeveloped the Coordinated Installation Programme for integrating all the Sub-Systems (S&TCS, ICSS&CMMS, Trackwork, PS&DS, Communications & Automatic Fare Collection (AFC)) during which I interfaced with all parties to ensure their respective project schedules align with the overall project schedule.Developed the Track Related Installation Programme for Trackside Installation & Cabling Works for Entire Line & Migration Coordinated Implementation Programme for migration of 3 Stations & 1 Depot to line 2 which is currently under live operation and hour-by-hour shutdown schedule. I monitor & manage both these Programmes.

Kelana Jaya Extension Project (LRT2) consisted of 17.4 Km of Elevated Double Track, 13 Stations & 9 Traction Power Sub Stations. The works involved Track and Power Supply Design, Procurement, Survey, Flash Butt and AluminoThermic Welding, Precast Track Slabs, Long Welded Rails, Walkway, Conductor Rail (3rd & 4th Rail), Linear Induction Motor (LIM), Track Alignment & 33 kV Traction Power Substations.I joined CRA when the construction progress at Site was minimal due to delayed handover of viaduct sections from Civil Contractors & CRA was instructed by Client to accelerate the works for June 2016 line opening. I prepared the fully resourced & cost loaded Tender & Work Programmes including time location charts for the following projects:• Power Supply & Distribution System of MRT SSP Line 2 for MRTC (~ RM 700 million) consisting of 3 BSS, 28 TPSS, 21 Utility Buildings, 35 Stations & 33 kV Network over 52.2 Km of Track. (This project was subsequently awarded to CRA by MRTC)• Trackwork for Thomson-East Coast Line Stage 4 & 5, Downtown Line Stage 3 Extension and East-West Line Upgrade for LTA, Singapore (~SGD 250 million). This tender also involved preparation of 6 different Options Programmes.• Works Programme & Reporting templates for Hanoi Light Metro Section Nhon – Hanoi Railway Station – 2nd Rail System (E & M).Key AchievementsPrepared the Acceleration Programme taking into consideration the delayed and fragmented viaduct access, resource availability and other site conditions, which was successfully implemented. Established and implemented Reporting Tools, Productivity Measurement Tools and supported the Project Management Team with Weekly Programme/Progress review meetings for Works and Resource planning ensuring any slippage is immediately identified and corrected. This resulted in CRA successfully in opening the line on 30th June 2016.Developed Planning & Reporting Processes’, Procedures & Templates, for future CRA projects.

Generated Pre-Tender Project Schedules on behalf of State Government which formed part of Bid Documents for number of building projects such as Schools, Hospitals and Residential Buildings. Managed Project Schedules and generated Progress Reports on behalf of State Government post Award. Evaluated Time Extension Claims from Sub-Contractors.

Managed Project Schedules for number of live projects for Clients such as BHP, Rio Tinto, FMG, City of Perth, etc. I developed & maintained construction schedules that are fully comprehensive & resourced loaded. I assisted project teams with the ongoing implementation of Project Schedules, generated status reports, analyzed & ensured any deviation from the plan is effectively communicated to the team. I analyzed & prepared Extension of Time / Disruption Claims for number of projects.Projects included:1) Chichester Deviation Embankment Improvement Works2) Drainage Civil Works at Clermont Mine3) Jimblebar Hub Water Supply4) MESA J Tailings Storage Facility 45) North West Coastal Highway Road Deviation, Karratha6) Perth Waterfront Forward Civil Works7) Three Bridges Civil, Structural & Deconstruction, Port HedlandPrepared number of Tender Programme for various types of projects such as Bridges, Highways, Mining Related Infrastructure Works, Civil Works, Camp & Buildings. Projects Included:9ML Water Tank, YanneryAltona Street DevelopmentDampier Floating DockGreenough River BridgeMungari Gold ProjectPerth Freight Terminal Stage 2Wildflower Camp InstallationUlan West Product Reclaim TunnelTrumpet Estate Stage 1A, 1B & 1CRedway Motorway Estate Civil WorksNammuldi Minesite Industrial InfrastructureBrookton Highway ImprovementForward Civil Works at Balcatta for Water CorpAdmin Facility Building at Balcatta for Water CorpGreat Northern Highway Realignment Bindi Bindi to Lyons East RoadMSCL Water Mains Pilbara for Water CorpWheatstone QMC BridgeWheelara Tie in Earthworks, Services & ConcreteYoung Saline Transfer Pond & Windich Saline Transfer PondKey AchievementsPrepared successful Extension of Time Claims using Window Analysis for the following projects:1) MESA J Tailings Storage Facility 42) North West Coastal Highway Road Deviation3) Perth Waterfront Forward Civil Works4) Three Bridges Civil, Structural & Deconstruction, Port Hedland

Engaged as Project Planner for Hope Downs 4 (AUD 35 million), the project involved Rail Signaling, Civil & Communications works for the upgrade of a Heavy Haul Rail over 200 Km of Greenfield & Brownfield sites in Western Australia’s North-West. This project was part of Rio Tinto’s Rail Capacity Enhancement Project.Prepared & managed Fully Resourced Construction Programme for Hope Downs 4 Project, which covered Design, Manufacture, Factory Acceptance Tests, Civil Works, Installation, Testing & Commissioning.Established Earned Value Reporting Templates, Key Performance Indicators for Project Status & S-Curves, with Project Schedule updates done on a weekly basis including monitoring of Resources (Perth, North-West & Overseas based).Developed & implemented common Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for all RAFA (Rio Tinto Ansaldo Framework Agreement) in alignment with Organization’s Cost Accounts, which was managed under SAP.

Involved in number of long/short term projects across Australia. Some of the Key Projects include:1) Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre for Department of Treasury & Finance, WA.2) Albany Health Campus for John Holland, WA (AUD 170 million).3) National Broadband Network Project, Tasmania, Stage 1 for John Holland.4) Bulahdelah Bypass, Pacific Highway (AUD 262 million) for Macmahon.

Profile: AFCONS Infrastructure limited is a professionally managed company with a annual turnover of 400 million USD involved in executing large and complicated Civil Engineering Projects in India and Abroad, with emphasis on Jetties, Docks, Harbours, Roads, Bridges & Special Foundations.Project: Site Grading Works for Kochi LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) Terminal Area of value 13.5 million USD and 18 months duration.Key Responsibilities:• Reviewing Project scope and creating work breakdown structure.• Overall planning and scheduling activities for the project using the Primavera.• Updating of project schedule at regular intervals as required during the progress of work and providing ongoing project schedule.• Assisting the Project Manager and coordinating the site execution team including sub-contractors to ensure that the work is completed on time.• Monitoring site progress and updating status reports and schedules accordingly.• Preparing project budget and updating with actual during progress of work.• Communicating and liaising with stakeholders.Achievements:• Effectively coordinated the site execution team for timely completion of project.• Closely monitored the allocation and utilization of resources resulting in 20 % saving in cost.

Profile: Navayuga Engineering Company Limited with a turnover of 385 million USD is a leader in foundation technology and has established its engineering, managerial and financial capabilities to take on projects on EPC and BOT basis in all types of core infrastructure development encompassing ports and other marine works, roads and bridges, power units, lift irrigation and modern mass transit systems.Project: Construction of Elevated Viaduct for Reach 1 of Bangalore Metro Rail Project of value 28.85 million USD and 27 months duration.Key Responsibilities:• Reviewed Project scope, prepared work breakdown structure, overall project planning and scheduling activities.• Monitored site progress, updated schedules & prepared ongoing schedules.• Prepared Work method Statements, Work Orders, Sub-contractor bills, Material Reconciliation Reports, Material & Equipment forecast reports.• Prepared Traffic Diversion Plan, On-account bills, Price Escalation Calculations, Rate Analysis and Variation Orders for Bill of Quantities Items.Achievements:• Prepared and updated construction schedules at regular intervals as per the requirement of the client/consultant.• Prepared traffic diversion plans.• Prepared work method statements for all the activities of the project.

Profile: Oriental Structural Engineers Private Limited is one of the leading construction companies with a turnover of 225 million USD having expertise in construction of rigid and flexible pavements for roads, highways and airfields, including bridges and earthwork.Project: Construction/Rehabilitation of all Major & Minor Bridges and Cross-Drainage Works for Tamil Nadu Road Sector Project – 01 of value 10.5 million USD.Key Responsibilities:• Prepared ongoing schedules, monitored the progress and updated the schedule.• Prepared site progress reports, work method statements, material and equipment forecast reports.• Prepared Bar bending schedules, working drawings and time extension reports. • Prepared project budgets and costing.Achievements:• Coordinated the preparation, submission and approvals of all working drawings, bar bending schedules and work method statements.• Streamlined the project status reporting and coordinated with site execution team for timely execution of work.

Project: Construction of Bridges, Flyovers, Grade Separators & Road Over Bridges between Km: 198 and Km: 243 National Highway No: 2 of Golden Quadrilateral Project.Key Responsibilities:• Reviewed project scope from contract drawings & contract documents and prepared work breakdown structures.• Prepared overall project plan, monitored the site progress and reported the project status to stakeholders.• Prepared project budget and costing.• Prepared work method statements, working drawings, bar bending schedules, project progress reports.• Coordinated with site execution team, the activities scheduled and updated schedule based on actual progress.• Prepared material and equipment forecast reports, material reconciliation reports.• Prepared running account bills, price escalation calculation and variation orders.

Project:Construction of Bridges, Flyovers and Road Over bridges Km: 98 & Km: 233 of National Highway No: 5 forming part of Golden Quadrilateral Project. Key Responsibilities:• Reviewed project scope from contract drawings & contract documents and prepared work breakdown structures.• Prepared overall project plan, monitored the site progress and reported the project status to stakeholders.• Prepared project budget and costing.• Prepared work method statements, working drawings, bar bending schedules, project progress reports.• Coordinated with site execution team, the activities scheduled and updated schedule based on actual progress.• Prepared material and equipment forecast reports, material reconciliation reports.• Prepared running account bills, price escalation calculation and variation orders.