Sam Sarah

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National Civil Engineering and Land Development Manager @ EDC - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd
Auckland, NZ
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand, New Zealand
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About Sam Sarah

I am an achiever who thrives on collaboration and being a team player. My strategic thinking allows me to generate new ideas and solutions that drive success. I value clients and am a good listener, ensuring their needs are met with the utmost attention. My resilience in the face of challenges and my ability to adapt and grow have been key to my long-standing career.With over 29 years of experience in Civil engineering, land development design and management in New Zealand and Australia, I am dedicated to continuous learning and growth. I thrive on bringing innovative solutions to projects and consistently seek new avenues for improvement and success. As a mentor, I guide and nurture my team, fostering a culture of collaboration and strategic innovation.KEY CAREER RESPONSIBILITIES• Chartered Professional Engineer CPEng IntPE(NZ) / APEC• Producer Statements Author for Auckland Council Building Consent applications.• Proven New Zealand and Australian background within the project management in civil engineering and land development. 29 (plus) years in total working as an engineer.• The ability to learn and adopt new systems very quickly and efficiently. I managed to learn the new working system in Australia very quickly and within few weeks only from being in Australia. • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation such as the AUP, Various codes of practices, Development Consents, Resource Management Act, the New Zealand and Australian Building Code, by-laws and town planning regulations.• Critical thinking and analytical approach to work, with the ability to comprehend and resolve complex civil engineering issues.• Strong IT literacy, with experience using a wide range of software packages including Auto Cad, HEC-HMS and MS Office.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop strong relationships with customers, business partners and stakeholders.• Proven time management skills, a high attention to detail and experienced in managing numerous projects simultaneously.• Flexible and enthusiastic approach, combined with a strong work ethic. Able to grasp new concepts quickly as well as 'hit the ground running'.

Sam Sarah's Current Company Details
EDC - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd

Edc - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd

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National Civil Engineering and Land Development Manager
Auckland, NZ
Website:
edc.co.nz
Employees:
44
Sam Sarah Work Experience Details
  • Edc - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd
    National Civil Engineering And Land Development Manager
    Edc - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd
    Auckland, Nz
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  • Edc - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd
    National Civil Engineering & Land Development Manager
    Edc - Engineering Design Consultants Ltd Aug 2024 - Present
    Auckland, New Zealand
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  • Harrison Grierson
    Technical Manager
    Harrison Grierson Jun 2021 - Jun 2024
    Parnel
    • Identification and communication of project issues and risks.• Prepare RFPs and tenders.• Provide technical expertise to ensure successful delivery of projects and a high level of client satisfaction.• Represent HG as a technical expert in discipline at internal and external events.• Seen as an expert in technical discipline and to provide support for colleagues.• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.• Assess current situations and make recommendations based on facts and required outcomes.• Successfully coach, mentor, and develop team members as required.• Establish collaborative relationships built on trust and commitment at multiple levels (external and internal stakeholders).• Understand client’s business and their wider context and use this to drive client interactions.• Demonstrate a razor-sharp focus on delivery.• Deliver solutions and outcomes that bring genuine value to the client.• Communicate proactively with clients to build long-term relationships based on mutual trust.
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  • Ckl Planning | Surveying | Engineering | Environmental
    Civil Engineering Team Leader
    Ckl Planning | Surveying | Engineering | Environmental May 2018 - Jun 2021
    Newmarket, Auckland
    Responsibilities: • Projects design Lead Senior Engineer and leading a team of 5 civil engineers through the design and consenting stages of land development projects which vary in size from 3 - 90 lots.• Providing technical advice & mentoring to CKL’s wider junior and intermediate staff. Also involve into their professional development programme to enable them to progress into a higher level.• Attending pre-application meetings with council to discuss projects high level requirements. Discussing and providing guidance to some Council and WSL engineers due to my extensive knowledge in both private and public sectors.• Solving complex design & consenting challenges from Auckland Council, Watercare, Auckland Transport by having a wide range of good contacts / networking in these organisations from my previous role while working with Auckland Council.• Regular meetings with CKL’s key clients to ensure their projects are running smoothly and to provide them updates on the progress of the projects.• Design input of land development projects with the engineering team, setting up design parameters such as alignments, levels, layouts, details, prepare calculations, discussing and reviewing design drawings, writing Infrastructure reports and preparing contract documents for the projects.• Provide construction sites practical solutions to issues and challenges which engineers in my team not able to solve for the Contractors.• Prepare budgets for projects and monitor jobs financial aspects.
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  • Auckland Council
    Senior Development Engineer
    Auckland Council Sep 2012 - May 2018
    Henderson
    Responsibilities: • Processing a wide range of Land Use Consents, Subdivision Consents and Building Consents. This role allows the Auckland Council Engineers to assess and check the submitted applications to make sure they comply with the current requirements and rules of the District Plan and the requirements of the Code of Practice for Engineering Standards. This is to make sure the public infrastructure will not be affected by the proposal and that, the integrity and safety of the Public is not compromised. As part of this role, I need to liaise with the other Auckland Council Departments (CCO) such as Watercare Services, Healthy Waters and Auckland Transport to obtain their comments prior to making the final decision of whether to grant or reject the application. I also assist from time to time the Council’s inspection Engineer with some of the major development that require public drainage inspections and testing.• Attending hearings at court for S357 Objections (RMA). This role includes all the preparations and documentation which will be required to represent the Auckland Council at any S357 hearing which the consent Holders can have the right to abject to any consent condition(s) that they may feel it’s unreasonable or unnecessarily to be imposed in the consent.• I get involve in a wide range of Council’s meetings to discuss some of the engineering matters which can be related to updates to the Engineering Code of Practice, the development of the Unitary Plan, Development Engineering Team group discussions, etc.• I act as a Development Engineering Team Leader in the absence of the team leader. This role allows me to manage the other Engineers in the team (team of 12 engineers), the distribution of consent applications among the team and attending any urgent issues that may be raised by an external customer or an internal enquiry. I also attend and sit meetings for the team leader in her absence and chair meetings as required.
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  • J Whyndham Prince
    Senior Projects Manager
    J Whyndham Prince Oct 2010 - Mar 2012
    Sydney, Australia
    Responsibilities: • Managing a wide range of land development and civil infrastructure projects in Sydney for a variety of clients. The projects vary in value from 3 to 10 million dollars. I also managed a team of administration staff, civil engineering designers, surveyors and superintendents.• I manage the programming of the projects, manage the process of getting the required consents from the local authority, preparing projects budget, and manage the monthly invoicing of the projects, meeting with clients and the council staff.• I manage and coordinate between various designers and make sure the projects deadlines are met on time and within the projects budget.• Ensure departmental administration systems are followed and are in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures, including health and safety protocols.• Checking engineering plans, preparing consultancy fee submission to major clients.• Preparing feasibility cost estimation• Estate budget estimation
  • Msc Consulting - Structural & Civil Engineers
    Senior Civil Engineer
    Msc Consulting - Structural & Civil Engineers Jul 2007 - Oct 2010
    Takapuna, Auckland - Nz
    Responsibilities: • Prepare consent, design, tender and contract documentation within the Civil Engineering Department for a range of clients, including BSW Architects, Settlers Retirement Albany, Waitakere City Council, Housing New Zealand Corporation and others.• Coordinate the production of civil engineering drawings by giving guidance to junior and intermediate staff members.• Ensure departmental administration systems are followed and are in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures, including health and safety protocols.• Assist the Civil Engineering Manager with external marketing / attending functions.• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the Resource Management Act’s (RMA) procedural requirements.• Oversee delivery of various projects on time and within budgets of up to $8m. Tasks include: Prepare contract and tender documents, schedule of quantities and letting tender. Plan and define project timelines, budget constraints and resources required. Supervise all contractors and monitor work in progress. Access progress claims against work completed and sign off. Consult with project staff, architects, engineers, builders, council and real-estate consultants to ensure timelines are achieved. Ensure and enforce compliance of Health and Safety procedures on building sites. Serve as a key contact and communications point for the projects. Report to management and stakeholders on project status and progress.
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  • Ckl Planning | Surveying | Engineering | Environmental
    Staff Civil Engineer
    Ckl Planning | Surveying | Engineering | Environmental Jun 2003 - Jul 2007
    Newmarket, Auckland
    Responsibilities: • Consult clients, other Professionals and government officials regarding project feasibility.• Study, investigate and evaluate construction and land-development sites.• Plan and design structures such as roads, drainage & culverts.• Prepare plans for approval by relevant authorities as well as cost estimates and contract documents.• Tender contracts and secure contractors.• Supervise and monitor construction to ensure infrastructure is built to the design plans and meet the standards of the local council.• Effectively communicate and manage various project management timelines, processes and methodologies with customers and internal staff. • Coordinate project plans and activities for cross-functional teams.• Ensure assets, such as regional water plants and roading, and their allocated budgets are efficiently managed.
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  • Thorburn Consultants
    Civil Engineer
    Thorburn Consultants Sep 1999 - Jun 2003
    Parnel, Auckland
    Key Initiatives:• Key PARAKAI SUBDIVISION ($900k), Parakai: Designed and drafted all civil works for a 5 hectare subdivision.and drafted alivil works for a 5 hectare subdivision.Special Tasks / Achievements: Led preliminary discussions with Rodney District Council, Auckland Regional Council and local Iwi’s.  Provided site supervision to ensure requirements were met for certification.• ANCHORAGE SUBDIVISION, Gulf Harbour: Designed and drafted all civil works for this lifestyle subdivision.• GIBRALTOR CRESCENT SUBDIVISION, Parnell: Designed and drafted all civil works for a 2 hectare subdivision.• Smaller projects included: 46 RARANGI ROAD SUBDIVISION, St. HeliersSpecial Tasks / Achievements: Managed long-term negotiations with the Local Council and ARC due to necessary piping of an adjacent stream, which is considered a major operation.  HARBOUR VIEW ROAD SUBDIVISION, Auckland  NEW ZEALAND NAVY DUCT UPGRADE, Auckland: Designed a replacement for an existing cables duct, working on / under suspended platforms over water. RUAKURI CAVE: Designed access way (walkways) for visitors to the site.Special Tasks / Achievements: A particularly challenging project, involved working underground in a completely dark environment, negotiating very narrow walkways and entering small crevices as well as hanging over a flowing river to carry out on site work and inspections. Major Achievements:• Developed strong commercial networks with a wide range of consultants, architects and contractors.
  • Anztech Ltd
    Civil Engineering Technician
    Anztech Ltd Sep 1996 - Sep 1999
    Newmarket, Auckland
    Prior: Key Projects: • C. B. COLEMAN & ASSOCIATES LTD:  Various civil drainage projects for Auckland City Council. Preparations of flow monitoring schedules and charts for the North Shore City Council. Civil and structural drawings for various reinforced concrete swimming pools. Civil design and drawings for various parks and reserves (Shore Road Reserve, Hamlin Park, Sylvia Park) Civil drafting of urban drainage works including field surveying and investigation, preparations of drawings and cost estimate.• HOLMES CONSULTING GROUP Structural CAD drafting for a variety of projects (Merville Mall, multi-story apartments) Civil design drawings for a variety of subdivisions, including design of stormwater, wastewater, earthworks and cross sections (Eden Village)• FREEMONT LTD: Civil and structural drawings for a variety of steel structure projects as well as preparations of structural steel fabrication drawings for same. Sealy NZ Ltd warehouse extension Various chicken broiler houses (Levin Chickens, B. Quigley Chickens, South Head Chickens, S. Gillette Chickens) UAC Co-Load (warehouse extension) • RHINO LTD: Structural design & drawings for a variety of transportable housing.• VORTEC ENERGY: Structural drawings for the development of Ferrocement components for diffuser augmented wind turbine power generator.• WORLEY CONSULTANTS LTD: Civil & structural drafting for a variety of projects plus estimating the quantities for reinforcing steel (Tocopilla combined cycle power plant, Taharoto unit extension for North Shore Hospital)• AUCKLAND CITY COUNCIL: Survey, investigation & preparation of drawings for the recreational parks in Auckland

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