Brayden Barnett

Experience

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  Whitaker Civil Engineering Ltd

  Nov 2009 - Feb 2010

  Undergraduate Engineer

  The Bell Block Bypass, New Plymouth, New Zealand was in mid-construction when a opportunity arose to learn first-hand, the construction process of a new 3.2 km 4-lane highway. Experience out-comes included:• Preparation and sealing of pavements• Storm-water run-off construction• Familiarisation of management techniques for large construction projects• Participating in ‘learning and feedback’ discussions• Traffic management

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  Opus International Consultants

  Nov 2010 - Feb 2011

  Undergraduate Engineer

  • Structural and maintenance inspections of vehicle and pedestrian bridges• Stakeholder communications for upcoming infratructure maintenance projects• Traffic Management Audits on behalf of local government• Design of double-hollow core precast bridge to national standards

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  Opus International Consultants

  Jan 2012 - Apr 2014

  Geotechnical Engineer

  Experience within the Christchurch and Auckland Civil Engineering Teams.• Participation in projects from various clients including: large infrastructure, local/national government, utility companies and private clients• Project set-up, planning, project/task management and contractor management. Incluidng internal and external client liasion and meetings• Site Engineer/Supervisor of ground improvement and site investigation programmes• Preparation of factual, interpretive, baseline and design documentation including analysis, options reporting and risk assessments• Post-seismic geotechnical assessments for schools, local governement assets and private clients • Foundation and retaining wall design• Health and Safety planning and meetings Show less

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  IPENZ Engenerate - Auckland

  Sept 2013 - Apr 2014

  Committee Member

  IPENZ (Institute of Professional Engineers New Zealand) Engenerate is a group aimed at emerging professional engineers with less than eight years experience. Key responsibilities included:• Work with committee to promote networking of emerging professionals with engineering and other industries• Organisation and facilitation of site visits, social events and technical presentations• Attend monthly committee meetings• Providing event feedback to IPENZ

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  Harrison Grierson

  Dec 2014 - Jun 2017

  Civil Engineer

  Infrastructure Networks Team • Project management; provision of high quality deliverables, managing expectations and client liaison• Carrying out analytical modelling and engineering design for projects between $500k and $40mil• Active involvement in procurement processes including the engagement of sub-consultants and specialists• Preparation of tender documentation, tender evaluation and award of Contracts• Developing and analysing models to optimise and advise the strategic staging of infrastructure development • Communication through reports, memos, analysis and presentations• Thought leadership through submission of conference paper and presentations• Ongoing experience in demanding Design and Construct projects• In-depth understanding of three waters networks Construction supervision of pipelines, pump stations and other civil construction projects Show less

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  Octa Associates Ltd

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2022

  Project Manager

  The Court Theatre, $56M External Project Management services. Working with CCC and The Court Theatre with the procurement of the design team right through to the commencement of Main Construction contract, including an Early works package.Christchurch Town Hall, $7M Establishment (Fit out and Operational readiness) Phase lead, including the following workstreams: - IT - Building and Theatre - Fly Rigging - Hospitality/Kitchen Fit-out - FF&E - Sound equipment, lighting equipment, AV systems, general general, grand pianos, mobile staging etc. Turanga, $12M Establishment (Fit out and Operational readiness) Phase lead, including the following work streams: - Staffing - IT/AV/Discovery Wall - Furniture and Shelving - Art - Collections - Logistics Show less

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  Christchurch City Council

  Sept 2022 - now

  Project Manager

  Leading the team to deliver the Matatiki Hornby Centre.