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Monica Purewal

Summary

Civil Engineer-in-Training with 6+ years of experience in facility condition assessments, capital planning, and construction oversight for municipal, provincial, and federal infrastructure. P.Eng. designation with APEGA is in progress and nearing final approval. Proven ability to deliver 10-year lifecycle evaluation reports, asset inventories, and capital renewal strategies for public clients. Experienced in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and supporting RFP development from scope definition to bid evaluation. Proficient in preparing Class A cost estimates, contract specifications, and reviewing engineering drawings for compliance with Alberta Transportation and federal standards. Well-versed in preventative maintenance planning and asset evaluation methodologies to inform both short- and long-term infrastructure investment decisions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Civil Engineer-in-Training

McElhanney Ltd.
05.2022 - Current
  • Led facility and infrastructure condition assessments for clients including Parks Canada, Village of Delia, Mount Royal University, and private condo associations, covering a wide range of civil infrastructure assets such as paved and gravel roadways, underground utilities, culverts, sidewalks, curbs, streetlighting, stormwater infrastructure (e.g., catchbasins and manholes), and traffic signage. Applied engineering judgment and standardized condition rating methodologies to evaluate asset performance and support consistent, data-informed capital planning and funding decisions.
  • Utilized GIS-integrated tools and georeferenced data collection systems to track asset performance and generate condition-based reporting. Facilitated coordination with clients and facility stakeholders to validate field observations and ensure rehabilitation recommendations were practical and aligned with funding strategies.
  • Prepared detailed asset condition reports with 5- and 10-year lifecycle rehabilitation plans that integrated preventative maintenance, operational, and capital renewal strategies. Presented cost breakdowns to directly inform capital planning, funding allocation, and long-term asset management decisions.
  • Lead and coordinate all phases of the project lifecycle, including preliminary design, detailed design, procurement/tendering, and construction. Develop contract specifications, quantity takeoffs and Class A cost estimates, and review engineering drawings to ensuring alignment with Alberta Transportation Standard Specifications, and current design codes. Ensure all deliverables are consistent with client objectives and current construction industry standards.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary engineering teams (geotechnical, structural, electrical, and environmental) and external consultants during RFP development to ensure alignment between engineering drawings, contract specifications, and project requirements.
  • Supported the procurement process by issuing addenda, responding to bidder inquiries, and evaluating contractor submissions. Prepare Issue for Construction packages, led contractor onboarding, chair pre-construction meetings, and reviewed traffic accommodation strategies, environmental construction operations (ECO) plans, material submittals, and asphalt mix designs for compliance with project standards.
  • Acted as Construction Supervisor on active infrastructure projects involving road reconstruction and pavement rehabilitation. Conducted QA/QC inspections, managed site documentation, and resolved field issues in coordination with contractors. Led preparation of change orders, weekly construction reports, and chaired progress meetings to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

Civil Engineering Intern

Clearwater County
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Involved in presenting projects for funding approval in Council meetings.
  • Develop new and revised municipal policies, bylaws, and servicing standards including Hiring of Equipment, Fleet and Equipment Replacement and Maintenance and Solids Waste and Recycling Services Bylaw.
  • Prepare annual public transportation studies to develop future infrastructure plans to accommodate County growth.
  • Review all aspects of development proposals, design briefs, request for proposals (RFP’S), and tender submissions. Ensure that new development is in accordance with legislation, County standards, and provincial regulations.
    ● Assist with the calculations and cost estimates for capital projects, ensuring plans meet guidelines and specifications of building codes, and monitoring work schedules.

Field Engineering Assistant

Government of Manitoba, Civil Service Commission
05.2019 - 10.2019
  • Liaise with laboratories, contractors, service providers and project engineers.
  • Conducted Quality Assurance inspections on construction materials during roadway and pavement rehabilitation projects, including granular base course placement, ensuring compliance with project specifications, compaction requirements, and provincial standards.
  • Contract administration and site reporting.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Systems Engineering

University of Regina
Regina, SK
04-2019

Skills

  • Project management
  • Construction management
  • Contract specification writing
  • Cost estimating
  • Condition assessment
  • Asset management & reporting
  • Lifecycle cost analysis (10-year capital planning, preventative maintenance)
  • Regulatory compliance (Alberta Building Code, AT standards, municipal and federal standards)
  • Procurement & RFP development
  • Engineering drawing review

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional

Certification

Incident Command System (ICS) I-200

Incident Command System (ICS) I-100

TEC Grading, Paving, and Project Delivery Course

Advanced Defensive Driving Training

Ground Disturbance 201

Timeline

Civil Engineer-in-Training

McElhanney Ltd.
05.2022 - Current

Civil Engineering Intern

Clearwater County
01.2020 - 02.2022

Field Engineering Assistant

Government of Manitoba, Civil Service Commission
05.2019 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Systems Engineering

University of Regina
Monica Purewal