Project Manager/ cost estimator

GAURAV BANSAL

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Cost Engineer Mar 2015 - present

Canadian Babbitt Bearing Inc.

Experience in large sand castings and fabricated casings processes

Work with industrial components for hydro, oil and gas, transportation, mining and construction sectors

Customer Relations and Sales marketing

Act as a channel for communication between customer and sub-contractors

Contract review and purchase order release

Estimating cost for the castings based on customer specs

Estimating in more than 370 different Alloys (majorly in bronze grade, stainless steel, carbon steel grades)

Interact with experts in machine shops and pattern makers around the Ontario region

Designing phase of 3D modelling using Solidworks 2015

Interact with experts in various Destructive and NDE inspection service groups

Prepare engineering documentation, including engineering specifications, procedures, training manuals, operations manuals, and drawings

Assist in project planning, including preparation of Project Execution Plans, Project Estimating, Risk Register, Business Case Summary and other pertinent documents

Assist with the vendor evaluation and LEAN manufacturing processes.

Adhere to specific processes and guidelines used to prepare/revise engineering and project documentation

Strong knowledge in multiple manufacturing processes

Basic knowledge of project and supply chain management principle Assistant Project Manager Feb 2014 – Feb 2015

Platinum Insulation Inc.

Experience gained as Assistant Project Manager in mechanical HVAC systems on various Projects

(residential and commercial)

Knowledge of parameters involve in conducting HVAC load calculations in building sector (ref: ASHRAE, OBC, ACCA manuals)

Leading the commissioning phase of the project and/or not limited to pre-functional verification, functional testing, deficiency management process, preparing O&M manuals, inspection and testing check sheets.

Responsible for preparing Budget Buyout for mechanical equipment and sub-contracting as well as monthly progress billing/monthly draw on various project.

Prepare estimates for contemplated change notices and work orders for projects

Prepare project schedule based on architectural and mechanical timeline using MS Project

Responsible for preparing monthly progress billing/monthly draw for projects

Developing and implementing Quality Control Checklists and procedures to confirm compliance of the installation work with specification, drawings, and manufacturer's requirements

Conduct risk analysis and critical path studies to ensure project progress

Conduct job costing analysis to track labour and material consumption

Analyze blueprints, construction drawings and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates

Negotiate with contractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates

Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures

Attend sub trade meetings and coordinate all aspects of project Health and Safety Officer Nov 2011 – Feb 2014

Ensure that federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and codes are observed

Manage OSHA record-keeping and reporting requirements

Help develop controls for identified hazards, coordinate the implementation of controls from result of hazard analysis. Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the hazard control system, policies, and procedures and recommend changes that reflect improved opportunities to eliminate work place accidents and injuries

Plan, develop and implement safety training for new employee orientation and annual required programs

Compile, analyze, interpret, and report accidents. Review property and injury reports.

Develop, implement and maintain a safety policy handbook and site-specific policies that are required by law

Monitor, revise, and implement ongoing updates in safety regulations, laws or reporting requirements

Purchasing of all safety supplies, products or training items required Estimator/ Project Coordinator Nov 2010 – Dec 2012 Ultima Mechanical Inc, Toronto, ON

Responsible for estimating complete mechanical HVAC systems take-off

In charge of implementing documentation strategy and document control including latest set of drawings, specification, site instruction, RFI's, shop drawings and other project specific paper work

Responsible for equipment buyouts, pre-functional inspection checklist, installation checklist, commissioning process/phase.

Estimating projects varies between $0 to $5,000,000

Responsible for documentation in closing the tender process with minimal supervision

Ensure the project complies with standards, codes and specifications

Excellent communication and writing skills

Quality Control Aug 2009 – May 2010

Johnson Controls Inc., Mississauga, ON

Performed Quality Assurance of more than 300 different automotive parts

Follow ISO standards during the manufacturing process

Participated in the joint health and safety committee to ensure the safety

Defect like flash, delamination, color streaks, short shot and flow marks analysis and control during the production

Report any defects to maintenance department and follow paper work accordingly for down time in production

Mechanical Design Engineer- CATIA V5 Jan 2007 – Dec 2008 Mahindra & Mahindra Farm Equipment, India

Designing parts from 2D blueprints into 3D Solids including part assembly generations and simulation.

Created parametric and feature-based 3D solid, sheet metal and surface models and generated 2D drawings using CATIA software

Performed a detailed FEM/FEA on the parts under stresses by using virtual constraint method.

Managed vendor up-gradation, vendor relations and quality development

Implemented concept of group technology to reduce the manufacturing time and increase the productivity

Reduce inventory cost to less than half by implementing Just in time process application while maintaining the buffer stock

Construction Project Manager (Junior) Aug 2004 – May 2006 National India Construction Company, India

Worked for more than 2 years with general contractor

Assisting Senior Project Managers in planning, scheduling, execution and overall management of projects- including but not restricted to equipment buyouts, submittals, RFIs, change orders, communication and other aspects of project management

Responsible for preparing Budget Buyout for mechanical equipment and sub-contracting as well as monthly progress billing/monthly draw on water treatment plant project.

Gained good understanding of full drawing packages including tender, pre-construction, construction, addendum and change notice drawings and project specifications

Leading the commissioning phase of project and/or not limited to pre-functional verification, functional testing, deficiency management process, preparing O&M manuals, inspection and testing checklists

Created parametric and feature-based 3D solid, sheet metal and surface models and generated 2D drawings using CATIA software

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

PEO License # 100210605

Excellent knowledge of engineering drawings, specification, geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Knowledge of AutoCAD 2014 version for drafting purposes

Knowledge of LEED standards in ICI sector

Certified professional in Industrial Safety OSHA 1926 CFR Laws and Regulations

CPR level B certified/ WHMIS/ Fall Arrest Protection/ Personnel Protective Equipment/ Confined Spaces certified trainer by worksite safety

Certification in project management standards

Excellent knowledge of CATIA V5 module for 2D/3D designing

Member of Golden Key International Honors Society for being one of top 15% students throughout university MEng. Program in Canada

Proficient in Microsoft Project/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook/Word EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Masters in Mechanical Engineering Jan 2013 – June 2014 University of Windsor, Canada

Courses: Design and stress analysis, Renewable sustainable energy, Neural networks (A.I), Metal casting, FEA and Thermodynamics, OSHA CFR 1926 Safety

Post Grad Diploma in PMI Certified Project Management Jan 2009 – Sept 2009 Humber College, Toronto, Canada

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering Aug 2004 – June 2008 Punjab Technical University, India

REFERENCES: Available upon request

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