Palwinder Singh
Winnipeg,Canada
Summary
Proven Project Coordinator with a track record of driving projects to completion at Valard Construction LP, adept in project coordination and problem-solving. Skilled in engineering design support and time management, I've successfully led projects worth over $50 million, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing project delivery by implementing effective change management processes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator/Material Planning and Procurement Specialist
Valard Construction LP
Headingley, MB
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery, according to prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Implemented change management processes that minimized disruptions while maintaining forward momentum on projects.
- Collaborated with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and sub-consultants on projects with budgets up to $52 million.
- Actively participated in design reviews, ensuring that all stakeholders' concerns were addressed and incorporated into final design iterations.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
- Photocopied, distributed, and emailed documents to the project management team.
- Interacted with vendors, store managers, and other stakeholders to maintain on-time deliveries.
- Oversaw the procurement process from cradle to grave and sought out opportunities for permanent system improvements.
- Devised and implemented policies and procedures for purchasing and inventory control.
- Created detailed reports on material planning activities to support management decision-making, highlighting key trends and areas of concern.
- Enhanced communication between corporate departments in accordance with developing required comprehensive material planning reports and documents.
- Prepare and provide detailed market-related business practices to identify best practices and trends for raw material pricing and services, facilitating informed decision-making and risk mitigation efforts.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure cost-effective purchasing terms.
- Reduced lead times for critical materials by establishing strong relationships with suppliers and streamlining the procurement processes.
- Developed and managed budgets for purchasing and projected goods and values needs.
Quality Coordinator
Valard Construction LP
Headingley, MB
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Ensured all products met or exceeded customer requirements through rigorous testing and inspection procedures.
- Coordinated with production teams to implement preventive maintenance strategies that reduced downtime and improved equipment reliability.
- Managed customer complaints efficiently, resolving issues promptly while minimizing negative impact on business operations.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive quality management plans, ensuring continuous improvement in operations.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager
GSJ Envo. Ltd.
Punjab, India
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Promoted collaborative work environment to motivate and engage staff to achieve company objectives.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Trained new operators on standard procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members.
Education
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB12-2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Punjab Technical University
Punjab, India01-2013
Skills
- Customer Management
- Resource Management
- Budget Preparation
- Personnel Management
- Strategic Planning
- Vendor Management
- Attention to Detail
- Deadline Adherence
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Change Management
Affiliations
- Civil Engineering Graduate Student Association (CEGSA)
- Association of Civil Engineering Students (ACES)
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)—Project Management Institute—in process
- Registered Engineer in Training—Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba
- CCIL Certification
- Environmental Health and Safety Certification
- Chemical Safety Program
- WHMIS Certificate
- Biological Safety Program
- Generic Biosafety Training
Timeline
Project Coordinator/Material Planning and Procurement Specialist
Valard Construction LP
07.2023 - 10.2024
Quality Coordinator
Valard Construction LP
11.2022 - 06.2023
Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager
GSJ Envo. Ltd.
05.2013 - 05.2016
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Punjab Technical University
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