CHHAYANK RIBADIA (E.I.T.- APEGA)
Summary
- A result-driven executive with 6+ years of experience in leading and delivering multi-billion dollar public and private capital, infrastructure, and civil projects-Civil Engineer (E.I.T. APEGA)
- Managed public and private capital, infrastructure projects worth CAD$3 billion, demonstrating leadership and expertise in executing complex and high-value projects.
- Competent in project management, business case & proposal development, monitoring (life cycle), contracts & negotiations, ensuring successful project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Proven track record of providing high-level advisory services to executive-level sponsors, including federal and provincial governments and C-suite executives.
- Known for exceptional leadership, analytical, and organizational skills, and ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments dealing with complex projects to achieve targeted objectives.
- A visionary thinker with a customer-centric approach, always striving for excellence and driving innovative solutions to create value for the organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head- Project Operations and Strategy
Wahrheit Inc.
06.2022 - Current
- Handyhelps is AI-based product for Alberta home services. Monitors business performance by analyzing trends and identifying growth opportunities.
- He develops and implements strategic plans, manages day-to-day operations, oversees project management, and maintains relationships with stakeholders as part of his role.
- Collaborated with team to develop and implement strategic plans, conducted market research, monitored performance indicators, created project plans, and established relationships with stakeholders.
- Increased revenue and profitability by 60% identifying growth opportunities, streamlining operations, and delivering projects on time, while strengthening key stakeholder, investor, and accelerator program representative relationships to secure additional funding.
- Initiated, coordinated, and executed project management mandates by creating project plans, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
Cashier
The Home Depot
04.2023 - Current
- Worked cross functionally in all departments providing excellent customer service, processing transactions accurately and efficiently serving 200 customers per day.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Increased operating efficiency on cash register, handling money, and maintaining accurate cash drawer counts
- Performed different types of transactions, such as credit card payments and returns.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Consultant
Mott MacDonald Pvt. Ltd
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Managed P3 and construction projects, coordinated with stakeholders, and ensured on-time, on-budget completion.
- Validated project costs and schedules, certified disbursement requests, and monitored contracts and bills to ensure project expenditures align with actual progress.
- Prepared detailed KPI reports, contributed to business development, and reported progress to stakeholders and executives for effective project governance, execution, controls, and risk management.
- Successfully managed multidisciplinary team of construction projects simultaneously while keeping them on schedule and within budget.
- Delivered detailed reports and presentations which were highly regarded by senior management and project stakeholders, and contributed to business development by securing 5 new projects and increasing client base by 30%.
Construction Engineer
Ecosystem Resource Management Pvt. Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Reviewed construction plans and financial projections to verify accuracy and feasibility of P3 infrastructure projects.
- Effectively managed large-scale P3 projects, utilizing strong skills in project planning, budget management, and schedule adherence.
- Demonstrated exceptional coordination skills with project stakeholders, preparing detailed reports, managing project-related contracts and documentation, and initiating scope and change management.
- Improved project management efficiency by 40% and implemented comprehensive project control system to manage schedules, budgets, and change orders, conducted site visits, closely communicated with stakeholders and contractors, and reported project forecasts and updates.
- Utilized proactive management approach ensured that potential issues were identified and resolved early on by giving attention to detail which resulted in minimum disruptions to project progress and reducing delivery times by 20%.
- Assisted in bidding process by providing for on-site inspections and preparing take-offs.
- Contributed significantly to business development, attended consortium/empanelment meetings resulting in increased client base (30%)and building strong business relationships.
Senior Project Engineer
Shayne Consultants Pvt. Ltd
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed project controls along with monthly reporting, invoicing, and review of contractual provisions for Project Management Consultancy (CAD $70 million & above)
- Assisted directors in proposals, business development, diversification & client engagement(CAD $5 million)
- Oversaw worksite construction to coordinate with supervisors and guide projects.
- Completed daily construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs, schedules and goals.
- Analyzed system development efforts using metrics such as earned value, potential ROI and associated liability figures.
Consultant
Mott MacDonald Pvt. Ltd
06.2016 - 10.2018
- Managed, monitored, and coordinated P3 and capital projects worth CAD $500 million and above.
- Performed business case analysis, value for money, market assessment, and stakeholder consultations.
- Coordinated projects, program, and commercial management for multi-disciplinary team for highways, ports & marine, logistic hubs & warehousing, and industrial development projects.
- Certified disbursement requests, ensuring that budgeted expenditure was in line with actual progress.
- Prepared detailed reports with status updates on key performance indicators, including physical, financial, contracts, permits & approvals.
- Presented project forecasts to consortium of financiers, developers, and government bodies.
Education
Master of Technology (MTech) - Infrastructure Engineering Design
CEPT University
2016
Post Graduate Diploma (PGDM) - Financial Management
Ahmedabad Management Association & CSUB
2016
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E - Civil Engineering
Gujarat Technological University (GTU)
2014
Basic Mountaineering - undefined
Mountaineering- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
2015
Skills
- Proposal & Business case
- Project management & Governance
- Contract management
- Client engagement
- Business Development
- Conflict resolution & negotiation
- Pre-bid advisory
- Feasibility study
- Stakeholder consultations
- SharePoint and MS Teams
- MS Excel, PowerPoint & MS-office
- MS-Project & Primavera P6
Certification
- E.I.T. License - The Association of Professional Engineers and Geo-scientists of Alberta (APEGA)
- Member- Project Management Institute (PMI) - Southern Alberta Chapter
- Member and volunteer- Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council (CRIEC)
- Chartered Engineer -The Institute of Engineers (India), Civil Engineering Division (IEI)
Timeline
Cashier
The Home Depot
04.2023 - Current
Head- Project Operations and Strategy
Wahrheit Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Consultant
Mott MacDonald Pvt. Ltd
01.2022 - 05.2022
Construction Engineer
Ecosystem Resource Management Pvt. Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2021
Senior Project Engineer
Shayne Consultants Pvt. Ltd
10.2018 - 03.2020
Consultant
Mott MacDonald Pvt. Ltd
06.2016 - 10.2018
Master of Technology (MTech) - Infrastructure Engineering Design
CEPT University
Post Graduate Diploma (PGDM) - Financial Management
Ahmedabad Management Association & CSUB
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E - Civil Engineering
Gujarat Technological University (GTU)
Basic Mountaineering - undefined
Mountaineering- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
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