I am a proactive Construction Management graduate with hands-on experience across residential, mixed-use fit-out, and infrastructure projects. I have supported design-construction interface management and pre-contract negotiations, developed bid proposals, tracked costs, and improved interdisciplinary coordination using BIM-enabled processes to meet client requirements and NZTA standards. My strengths include operational excellence, cost planning, design and concept development, architectural detailing, client engagement, and subcontractor/vendor negotiations. I hold a BIM Ready Architecture + Structure certification and have hands-on experience with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, ArchiCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Enscape, Photoshop and V-Ray. I am eager to apply my experiences from across disciplines to creative sectors as I look to engage with organisations offering remote part time opportunities.

Rithhika Parashuraman

I am a proactive Construction Management graduate with hands-on experience across residential, mixed-use fit-out, and infrastructure projects. I have supported design-construction interface management and pre-contract negotiations, developed bid proposals, tracked costs, and improved interdisciplinary coordination using BIM-enabled processes to meet client requirements and NZTA standards. My strengths include operational excellence, cost planning, design and concept development, architectural detailing, client engagement, and subcontractor/vendor negotiations. I hold a BIM Ready Architecture + Structure certification and have hands-on experience with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, ArchiCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Enscape, Photoshop and V-Ray. I am eager to apply my experiences from across disciplines to creative sectors as I look to engage with organisations offering remote part time opportunities.

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I am a proactive Construction Management graduate with hands-on experience across residential, mixed-use fit-out, and infrastructure projects. I have supported design-construction interface management and pre-contract negotiations, developed bid proposals, tracked costs, and improved interdisciplinary coordination using BIM-enabled processes to meet client requirements and NZTA standards.

My strengths include operational excellence, cost planning, design and concept development, architectural detailing, client engagement, and subcontractor/vendor negotiations. I hold a BIM Ready Architecture + Structure certification and have hands-on experience with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, ArchiCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Enscape, Photoshop and V-Ray. I am eager to apply my experiences from across disciplines to creative sectors as I look to engage with organisations offering remote part time opportunities.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Tender Coordinator at ACCIONA AU & NZ, Auckland
March 1, 2025 - Present
Facilitated early design discussions, tracked outcomes, and developed CAPEX vs OPEX tools to support decision-making. Coordinated engagement with subcontractors, ensured local capability capture, and maintained probity compliance and timely client notifications. Led onboarding for D&C users, maintained onboarding registers, and supported SharePoint/GIS/Project tools. Drafted Tender Management Plan and supported design/engineering and governance activities, including visual content coordination and optioning progress.
Engineering Assistant - Pre contracts and tendering at Acciona AU&NZ
March 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated with the Bid Manager to draft bid proposals for infrastructure RFTs, identifying information gaps, requesting clarifications, and supporting accurate estimating. Helped articulate construction methodologies aligned with client requirements, NZTA standards, and codes, while clarifying how the company’s proposal differentiates itself.
Engineering Assistant - Pre contracts and Tendering at ACCIONA AU & NZ, Auckland
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Supported tender responses for infrastructure projects in Auckland; performed quantity takeoffs using CAD drawings, identified gaps, and coordinated submission deliverables to ensure compliance with client requirements. Assisted with design management structures, projectwise workflows, and commercial analysis of designer fees.
Engineering Assistant - Intern at Acciona AU&NZ (Eastern Busway Alliance)
November 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Supported Zone 4 Engineering Manager with design optimization to reduce growth relative to budget by tracking package costs across design stages, resolving interdisciplinary clashes, and presenting an energy base-case for Zone 4. Conducted quantity take-offs for preliminary detailed design of road detailing and pavements and assisted with programme scheduling (MS Project).
Engineering Assistant - Intern at Acciona AU&NZ, Eastern Busway Alliance
November 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Supported the Engineering Manager Zone 4 with operational excellence by developing solutions to reduce design growth against budget, tracked package costs across design stages, identified design clashes, and proposed improved internal communication workflows. Assisted sustainability with an energy base case for Zone 4 and supported quantity take-off for two packages; helped prepare a programme schedule in MS Project and updated weekly trackers and Design Change Notices.
Engineering Assistant - Intern at ACCIONA AU&NZ, Auckland (Eastern Busway Alliance)
November 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Supported Zone 4 engineering activities with design interfacing, cost planning, and scheduling support; contributed to energy base case tracking, sustainability data, and risk/change management; participated in on-site leadership walks and training.
Casual Professional Staff at Student Experience Centre, University of Auckland
May 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Resolved inquiries and de-escalated conflicts, connecting students with appropriate departments for ongoing support. Liaised with faculties, clubs, and committees to promote initiatives and enhance student engagement and experience management.
Casual Professional Staff at The University of Auckland
May 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Resolved inquiries and de-escalated issues to connect students with appropriate departments; promoted student engagement and liaised with faculties/clubs to organise initiatives and events.
Junior Architectural Designer at I Heart Homez
August 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Designed architectural and civil drawings for commercial developments including material research and procurement, site inspection and supervision, and general project management.
Junior Architectural Designer at I Heart Homez, Mumbai
August 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Designed architectural and civil drawings for commercial developments; oversaw material research/procurement, site inspection, supervision, and project management.
Freelance Architect at Mumbai, India
July 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Drafted design concepts, oversaw execution and on-site construction; liaised with clients and stakeholders, focusing on sustainability, indoor quality and space optimization in high-density areas.
Freelance Architect at Mumbai
July 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Drafted design, execution plans, and monitored construction; liaised with clients and stakeholders on residential projects emphasising sustainability and space optimization.
Intern Designer at Design Hex
December 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Designed and executed architectural and civil drawings for 4 residential projects; managed furniture and material procurement, research, site investigation and supervision; liaised with clients and site supervisors to ensure timely handover.
Intern Designer at Design Hex, Navi Mumbai
December 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Designed and executed architectural/civil drawings, coordinated furniture procurement, site supervision, and project management for four residential projects.

Education

Master of Engineering Studies in Construction Management at The University of Auckland
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Bachelor of Architecture at Dr.D.Y.Patil College of Architecture, Mumbai, India
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Master of Engineering Studies in Construction Management at The University of Auckland
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Architecture at Dr.D.Y.Patil College of Architecture, Mumbai
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Master of Engineering Studies in Construction Management at The University of Auckland
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Bachelor of Architecture at Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Architecture, Mumbai, India
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020

Qualifications

BIM Ready Architecture + Structure: International Certification in BIM Architecture And Structure
January 1, 2023 - May 11, 2026
BIM Ready Architecture + Structure: International Certification in BIM Architecture And Structure
January 1, 2023 - May 21, 2026
BIM Ready Architecture + Structure: International Certification in BIM Architecture And Structure
January 1, 2023 - June 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Transportation & Logistics, Government