Akash Aravindan
EIT
Victoria
Summary
Mechanical EIT with 6+ years of experience in building construction and retrofit projects. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. Eager to leverage skills and experience to contribute to innovative projects and drive continuous improvement to the organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Interim Project Manager
Island Health
04.2024 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Project Coordinator
Island Health
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Prepared project cost database by referencing past completed projects, which will assist in generating accurate budget information for future projects.
Project Engineer-In-Training
McCuaig & Associates Engineering
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Mechanical system design for building leads to 25% reduction in GHG emissions
- Performing mechanical condition assessments of existing buildings and providing reports to identify areas for improved efficiencies and code compliance
- Facilitated weekly project planning sessions and kept stakeholders, team members and team leaders informed on project status to ensure on-time delivery of the long-term project
Estimator/Coordinator
Mac's Heating Ltd
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed commercial Mechanical projects by working effectively with client, general contractor, subcontractors, engineers and architects
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
- Management representative for implementing Lean business process
Project Estimator
Arjuwan Shati Muscat L.L.C
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Constructed budgets and estimates ranging from $1,00,000 to $2,00,000 for commercial construction projects
- Formulated bids, which brought in 25% new business in 2017
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Industrial Manufacturing Process
Confederation College
Thunder Bay, ON 09.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor's - Mechanical Engineering
Kannur University
Kerala, India 07.2011 - 04.2015
Skills
Strong communication and project management capabilities
Technical acumen and experience with mechanical systems and components
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
Software : MS Office and Bluebeam
Excellent organization and documentation skills
Ability to handle the complexity of multiple projects
Excellent team player
Critical thinking
Additional Information
- Passed Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering exam administered by NCEES in February 2023 and received EIT registration with EGBC
- Graduated with 3.54 GPA in the postgraduate program.
- Completed training in CSA Infection Control During Construction, Renovation & Maintenance of Health Care Facilities
Professional Association
Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC)
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Timeline
Interim Project Manager
Island Health
04.2024 - Current
Project Coordinator
Island Health
01.2024 - 04.2024
Project Engineer-In-Training
McCuaig & Associates Engineering
01.2022 - 10.2023
Estimator/Coordinator
Mac's Heating Ltd
07.2019 - 12.2022
Graduate Certificate - Industrial Manufacturing Process
Confederation College
09.2017 - 06.2019
Project Estimator
Arjuwan Shati Muscat L.L.C
06.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor's - Mechanical Engineering
Kannur University
07.2011 - 04.2015
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