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Matthew ***
Senior Civil Engineer · Civil Engineering · South Australia (SA)

CAREER SUMMARY
Senior Civil Engineer with 8 years of experience delivering civil engineering and infrastructure projects across transport, land development and commercial construction environments. Experienced in civil design, engineering analysis, project delivery, construction support, site investigations and technical documentation. Strong background in roads, drainage, earthworks, stormwater systems and civil infrastructure, with experience managing engineering activities from concept and detailed design through construction and completion. Skilled in coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, consultants and government stakeholders to deliver practical, compliant and cost-effective engineering solutions. Strong understanding of Australian Standards, relevant design guidelines, workplace health and safety requirements and project quality processes.
EDUCATION
University of South Australia, Adelaide SA
Bachelor of Engineering — Civil Engineering, February 2013 – December 2016
EXPERIENCE
Infrastructure Engineering Australia, Adelaide SA — Senior Civil Engineer, January 2021 – Current
Lead civil engineering activities across infrastructure, land development and transport projects from concept development through detailed design and construction.
Develop and review civil engineering designs for roads, drainage, stormwater systems, earthworks and associated infrastructure.
Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design documentation, specifications and construction drawings in accordance with project requirements and relevant Australian standards.
Perform site investigations, technical assessments and engineering analysis to identify project constraints and develop practical design solutions.
Manage civil design packages, coordinating inputs from surveyors, geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, environmental consultants and other technical disciplines.
Review engineering designs and technical documentation prepared by junior engineers and external consultants to ensure quality, accuracy and compliance.
Work closely with project managers, contractors, clients and government authorities throughout project delivery.
Provide engineering support during construction, including responding to technical queries, reviewing site conditions and assessing proposed design changes.
Conduct inspections and monitor construction activities to ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications and quality requirements.
Assist with project planning, cost estimation, resource coordination and technical risk management.
Identify design and construction issues, perform engineering assessments and develop appropriate solutions to minimise project delays and rework.
Mentor graduate and junior engineers, providing technical guidance and reviewing engineering calculations, drawings and reports.
Present technical recommendations and project updates to clients, project managers and senior stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving design quality, project efficiency and engineering delivery processes.
Civil Engineering Consultants, Adelaide SA — Civil Engineer, January 2017 – December 2020
Designed and documented civil infrastructure for residential, commercial and public infrastructure projects.
Prepared detailed civil engineering designs for roads, pavements, stormwater drainage, sewerage, water infrastructure and earthworks.
Developed engineering drawings, design calculations, technical specifications and project documentation using industry-standard engineering software.
Conducted site inspections, field investigations and construction assessments to support engineering design and project delivery.
Performed stormwater and drainage assessments, including hydraulic calculations and drainage network design.
Prepared earthworks plans, grading designs and site development layouts based on survey and geotechnical information.
Worked closely with surveyors, geotechnical engineers, architects, contractors and other consultants to coordinate project requirements.
Reviewed contractor submissions, shop drawings and technical documentation for compliance with project specifications.
Provided construction support by responding to technical queries, reviewing proposed variations and resolving design issues.
Assisted with project cost estimates, tender documentation and construction procurement activities.
Participated in design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination meetings with clients and project stakeholders.
Maintained project documentation and ensured engineering deliverables were completed within agreed timeframes and quality requirements.
Applied relevant Australian Standards, local authority requirements and workplace health and safety principles throughout project activities.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Civil Engineering: Civil infrastructure, roads, highways, land development, earthworks, pavements, stormwater drainage, water infrastructure, sewerage systems
Civil Design: Site development, grading, road geometry, drainage design, stormwater management, pavement design, engineering drawings, construction documentation
Engineering Analysis: Hydraulic calculations, hydrology, earthworks calculations, drainage analysis, design assessments, quantity calculations, technical analysis
Software: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, 12d Model, MUSIC, HEC-RAS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project
Project Delivery: Detailed design, construction support, tender documentation, cost estimation, contractor coordination, site inspections, project planning, design reviews
Standards & Compliance: Australian Standards, Austroads guidelines, local government requirements, engineering specifications, quality assurance, workplace health and safety
Construction: Construction supervision, technical queries, design changes, site inspections, contractor coordination, quality control, construction documentation
Project Management: Project coordination, resource planning, risk management, stakeholder management, consultant coordination, technical reporting
Professional Skills: Technical leadership, problem-solving, analytical thinking, communication, mentoring, stakeholder management, negotiation, report writing and presentation
Education
2013-02 to 2016-12
Bachelor of Engineering — Civil Engineering
University of South Australia, Adelaide SA
Skills
Civil Engineering | Civil Infrastructure | Road Design | Highway Design | Land Development | Earthworks | Stormwater Drainage | Drainage Design | Hydrology | Hydraulic Analysis | Pavement Design | Sewerage Infrastructure | Water Infrastructure | Site Development | Civil 3D | AutoCAD | 12d Model | MUSIC | HEC-RAS | Austroads | Australian Standards | Engineering Calculations | Technical Documentation | Construction Support | Site Inspections | Design Reviews | Tender Documentation | Cost Estimation | Project Delivery | Contractor Management | Risk Management | Quality Assurance | Infrastructure Projects | Technical Leadership | Stakeholder Management | Mentoring
Occupation: Senior Civil Engineer
Experience: 8 years
Location: South Australia, Australia
Skills: AutoCAD, Structural, Project Delivery
Experience: 8 years
Daily rate: AUD 600
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