Brent Kokaram
Fyzabad,Trinidad
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in Quality Assurance Controls, AutoCAD, and Construction Administration. Demonstrates strong proficiency in Field Support, IT Skills, and Schematic Reading. Adept at Production Understanding, Microsoft Office, and Following Direction. Skilled in Design Computations, Engineering Documentation, and Critical Thinking. Excels in Multitasking with advanced knowledge of STAAD PRO, SOLIDWORKS, ArcGIS, GeoStudio, Structural Design, and Foundation Design. Experienced in Highway Engineering and Material Testing Processes with a solid foundation in Calculations and Specifications. Proficient in Field Investigations, Civil 3D, Environmental Impact Studies, Technical Review, Project Support, Time Management, and Problem-Solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Project Engineer
VARAYA Enterprises Limited
Providence Guyana - HYATT Hotel, Guyana
09.2024 - Current
- Estimated costs, scheduling requirements and labor needs to produce engineering designs.
- Cooperated closely with architects and construction personnel during project planning stages, ensuring comprehensive integration of all aspects into the overall plan.
- Researched and developed engineering solutions to combat operational issues.
- Implemented strict safety regulations, securing a safe working environment for all staff members.
- Established cost and risk benefit propositions to meet agreed project milestones.
- Collaborated with suppliers for procurement of high-quality materials at cost-effective rates.
- Created detailed project schedules, working closely with contractors to manage deadlines.
- Oversaw field projects implementing engineering designs and maintained strict compliance with specifications and applicable codes.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
- Conducted research and gathered information from multiple sources to present clear results.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Reviewed designs, plans and reports to ensure constant compliance with project specifications.
- Directed Concrete Pours by determining quantities and liaising with concrete supplier to ensure efficient onsite delivery.
- Conducted COR's and cost breakdowns for variations to the Project.
- Performed engineering drawing reviews to assess workability and to meet on site conditions.
- Responsible for Monthly Reports to the Project Managers.
- Work hand in hand with the MEP Engineer and MEP Consultant to derive solutions for services issues.
- Responsible for Variation Log, RFI Log, RFA Log and Submittal Log.
- Conduct onsite measurements and inspections with respect to design drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance before installation.
- Lead RFI meetings with the Project Managers and Consultants to discuss issues pertaining to the project.
- Performed AutoCad Drawings to highlight solutions.
- Responsible for valuations for the Steel Sub-Contractor (Steel Structures Limited).
- Review Tender and Issue for Construction Drawings for discrepancies.
- Assess revision drawings for variations and new details to determine claims were applicable.
Junior Engineer
VARAYA Enterprises Limited
Providence - HYATT Hotel, Guyana
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinate the document control process both hard and soft copies, ensuring document control staff perform all duties on a real time basis.
- In coordination with Joint Venture (JV) partner, prepare submittal items list from Contract Documents.
- Assist in preparation of Procurement Schedule.
- Coordinate the submission and follow up on approval of shop drawings, submittals, Request for Information (RFI’s), and Request for Inspections between internal Site Team, Sub-Contractors, and Consultants, ensuring compliance to applicable codes and industry standards.
- Coordinate and update revisions to contract documents including drawings, specifications, and bill of quantities.
- Participate in design review for constructability, and compliance with scope and budget, where applicable.
- Review all documents prepared by Joint Venture (JV) Partner for completeness, accuracy, English language, and compliance with Contract Documents before it is presented to the Construction Manager for approval.
- Assist in the preparation of Change Orders.
- Coordinate with field, and office staff to prepare monthly, weekly, and any other reports.
- Responsible for preparing monthly reports.
- Prepare meeting agenda prior to scheduled meetings.
- Attended all project related meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
- Prepare and maintain project logs including Submittal log, RFI log, Delay log, Inspection log, Change Order log, Closeout log, Site Works Instruction (SWI) logs, and Drawings log for the project.
- Ensure required logs are presented at relevant meetings.
- Coordinate the preparation of all closeout documents, ensuring that all required documents (Warranties, Guarantees, O&M Manuals, As-Built Drawings etc.) are received, secured, and submitted.
- Responsible for updating and coordinating the Weekly In-House Hot List meeting.
- Assist in Material Quantity Take-Off’s when required.
- Assist in preparing estimates when required.
- Assist in Material Inspections, and Inspections of the works when required.
- Assist in HSSE Inspections when required.
Civil Engineer
Daleem General Contracting Ltd
Fyzabad, Trinidad
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Attended meetings and site locations to gather data for project work.
- Worked alongside project engineers to document site inspection findings for integration into construction plans and designs.
- Inspected plans and existing sites for compliance with civil codes relating to grading and drainage of paved surfaces.
- Devised and initiated engineering solutions to variety of project and design issues.
- Inspected project sites to monitor progress and conform to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
- Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment or labor to determine project feasibility.
- Delivered consistent support for document controls while reviewing, assessing and providing comments on contract documentation.
- Supervised and monitored project subcontractors and labor force.
- Reviewed construction activities for compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Answered technical concerns and devised solutions to resolve site and engineering problems.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Reviewed blueprints and drawings to better understand project specifications before beginning new assignments.
- Managed and directed construction, operations or maintenance activities at project site.
- Conducted onsite inspections and prepared takeoffs for engineering project costing.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
Engineering Intern
Gulf Engineering Services Limited
La Romain, Trinidad
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Used computer programs to perform complex engineering operations.
- Worked with other engineers to respond to requests for product improvements and quality concerns.
- Researched and analyzed customer design proposals, specifications, manuals and other data.
- Performed mechanical design calculations.
- Improved technical abilities by pursuing training and practical learning opportunities.
- Written technical reports and procedures of engineering activities.
- Expanded technical skills through continuing education.
- Utilized lean knowledge and tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
- Obtained knowledge of civil engineering techniques through training opportunities and industry documents publications.
- Assisted engineers with project design, including definition of requirements and specifications.
- Performed construction administration duties, including reporting, file management and documentation.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and structural specifications to determine material requirements.
- Drafted detailed project design layouts to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Managed office duties and basic administrative tasks, including organizing and cleaning work space, ordering materials and answering phone calls.
- Collaborated with quality team members and leaders to monitor conformance to quality standards.
- Wrote and edited project documents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering
The University of The West Indies St. Augustine
High School Diploma -
Iere High School
Skills
- Quality Assurance Controls
- AutoCAD
- Construction Administration
- Field support
- IT Skills
- Schematic Reading
- Production Understanding
- Microsoft Office
- Following Direction
- Design Computations
- Engineering Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- STAAD PRO
- SOLIDWORKS
- ArcGIS
- GeoStudio
- Structural Design
- Foundation Design
- Highway Engineering
- Material Testing Processes
- Calculations and Specifications
- Field Investigations
- Civil 3D
- Environmental Impact Studies
- Technical Review
- Project Support
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Project Engineer
VARAYA Enterprises Limited
09.2024 - Current
Junior Engineer
VARAYA Enterprises Limited
09.2023 - Current
Civil Engineer
Daleem General Contracting Ltd
04.2022 - 12.2022
Engineering Intern
Gulf Engineering Services Limited
06.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering
The University of The West Indies St. Augustine
High School Diploma -
Iere High School
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