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Simridhi Choudhry

Simridhi Choudhry

San Leandro,CA

Summary

I am a skilled construction professional ready to bring about 10 years of experience in project and business management. Diligent, forward thinking and adaptable to dynamic company, customer, project and business needs. Successful at motivating teams to meet demanding timelines and executing projects efficiently.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

AMERs DCD Portfolio Manager

Microsoft
SF Bay Area, CA
12.2023 - Current
  • Assess and minimize risks to the business through AMERS-wide construction delivery execution strategy decisions, in close collaboration with the AMERS EPC functions.
  • Review overall construction cost management and Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) values for the region to ensure the project is performing as expected, and that forecasts are accurate for additional funding requests.
  • Assess and support the work of the sub-regional teams with respect to project delivery under the five main pillars of Safety, Quality, Schedule Performance, Cost Management, and Environmental/Community engagement, targeting consistency across the region. Implement consequent actions to improve or recover in coordination with the AMERS Construction Lead.
  • Work in partnership with the regional supply chain to onboard new vendors.
  • Support the regional construction lead with the effective onboarding of new employees.
  • Assess and track the performance of the AMERS construction team, and support the team in successfully reaching its goals.
  • Perform a constructability review during the early design phase.
  • Monitor delivery performance, and develop plans to improve in line with strategic objectives.
  • Work closely with the regional scheduling lead and the EPC functional team to support the development of a backward-pass construction schedule. This includes an understanding of permit and power availability to ensure an effective construction mobilization timeline and Integrated Systems Test (IST) delivery.
  • Work with the cost and estimating teams to develop budgets to ensure that the projects have all the resources required to meet their objectives within agreed financial parameters.
  • Provide support, and undertake safety walks and reviews across projects as required and on a regular basis.
  • Deputize the AMERS Construction Lead and subregional leads when needed.
  • Develop AMERS DCD short- and long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with short-term and long-term objectives.
  • Support construction decisions and manage the overall operations and resources of the AMERS DCD Team.
  • Implement strategies, together with the EPC team, to determine the strategic direction for the region.

Business Manager

Microsoft
SF Bay Area
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Partnered with the leadership team to develop and execute planning processes, ensuring coordination with corporate planning processes as well as planning integration across the broader organization
  • Helped in managing DCD AMERs rhythm of business (ROB) to ensure projects complete Integrated Systems Test (IST) on time by working with cross-company/team counterparts to manage team participation as needed for key business events, next fiscal year planning, running business reviews, and other strategic business planning activities
  • Ensured internal continuation of business operations during all times, including periods of change or special circumstances
  • Contributed to finding workable solutions to business problems
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders and Microsoft teams to oversee the creation and implementation of execution plans
  • Tracked and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Used understanding of the organization's strategy and deliverables for the upcoming year(s)
  • Used short and/or long-term forecasting plans built in collaboration with the leadership team
  • Collaborated with DCD AMERs leadership regarding resource management planning
  • Leveraged knowledge of the DCD AMERs leadership's goals and approach to ensure team activities are aligned with the leadership's objectives
  • Supported the leadership in communicating key goals, priorities, and definitions
  • Contributed to cross-team projects as needed to meet the changing business environment and manage business needs
  • Aligned team efforts with leadership goals, optimizing resource management and engaged in cross-team projects to adapt to evolving business needs effectively

Senior Project Manager

Zoox
SF Bay Area
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Managed all facets of a project (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) during all phases including planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout
  • Responsible for leading multiple capital projects from initiation to close out
  • Engaged during site selection and due diligence periods to understand existing building conditions and lease terms to help develop realistic preliminary schedules and budgets
  • Partnered with key internal teams such as EHS, Security, Culinary and Space Planning to develop project plans that meet the company's growth requirements
  • Developed and recommended project delivery method (Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build or other)
  • Led the selection and recommendation of the Architect, General Contractor, and any other specialty subconsultants/subcontractors through a detailed RFP process
  • Completed bid review, analyzed and made formal recommendations to senior leadership for capital funding approvals
  • Created and maintained the project budget, including securing internal approvals for capital funding
  • Prepared and coordinated project reviews for internal teams at all project phases including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction phases
  • Served as the primary point of contact for all extended and external project team members from lease execution through project turnover
  • Professionally represented Zoox's interest at all meetings with Consultants, General Contractors, and suppliers
  • Engaged and maintained a positive working relationship with the local jurisdictions and departments
  • Engaged with internal customers, demonstrating your ability to drive consensus and compromise when needed
  • Communicated project information and updates to employees and leadership
  • Created and monitored control systems for cost estimates, value engineering, budgets, schedules, and change orders
  • Reviewed and approved all contractor and vendor drawing against approved POs
  • Provided management with a monthly status report, including financial reporting for ongoing projects
  • Drove both internal and external stakeholders to meet deadlines as required per the project schedule

Project Manager

Cumming Corporation
SF Bay Area
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Acted as Owner's Representative(Amazon GREF &TES) with primary responsibility for all phases of construction projects. Oversaw and facilitated the execution of ground-up shell, TI, for new and existing facilities within the network.
  • Evaluated documents and communicated Amazon's specific goals and expectations to all project team members.
  • Develop and communicate action plans that will lead the project team throughout the project.
  • Prepared preliminary (ROM) and final work plans, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments for the various assigned projects, incorporating the scope, quality, schedule, and budget parameters/requirements of the client, as well as the planned execution of the work.
  • Ensured the work is carried out in accordance with the established execution plan, while also minimizing impact to Amazon, and assisted in addressing any issues (escalations) that occurred during the course of the project.
  • Re-evaluated the contract scope of work as the project progressed against the goals, expectations, and needs of the client, made adjustments as necessary, and documented changes.
  • Facilitated and maintained communications with the client on at least a weekly basis, and summarized results for inclusion in a monthly report.
  • Achieved the client's objectives by successfully managing the client's project, goals, and objectives.
  • Ensured reporting, filing, record keeping, and backup of electronic files in keeping with established standards.
  • Managed the change order process, including potential change orders, approval, tracking, and modifications to contracts.
  • Completed all tasks within the client, company, and individual leadership principles and service level agreements (SLAs) that may be established and updated from time to time.

Associate Project Manager

Dome Construction
SF Bay Area
05.2019 - 09.2020
  • Mentored and guided associates in approaches designed to exceed the expectations of customers and members.
  • Managed and coordinated the preconstruction and permitting process with design-build contractors, stakeholders, architects, and engineers.
  • Established and operated the information systems necessary for effective scheduling, estimation, and procurement.
  • Adapted quickly to changing, competing project demands.
  • Assisted the VDC team in BIM clash detection.
  • Managed final cost studies, contract negotiation, coordination with subcontractors, clients, and stakeholders, and prepared budgets and cost reports.
  • Supported senior managers and department leaders by completing projects and problem resolution under tight budgets and schedule demands.
  • Delivered a high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Managed construction engineering, planning, and design of tenant improvement projects.
  • Managed construction engineering, planning, and design of tenant improvement projects.
  • Provided overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of, and recording of contract work.
  • Google 1098 - 60,000 sq. ft ($50M) interior tenant improvement- 38 weeks starting March 2020
  • Google 1161 -25,000sq. ft ($20M) interior tenant improvement of a robotics lab- 24 weeks

Sr. Project Engineer

Dome Construction
SF Bay Area
05.2018 - 04.2019
  • Controlled site engineering activities to maintain work standards, adhere to timelines, and meet quality assurance targets.
  • Reviewed contractor proposals and sets of drawings prepared by architects to identify missing information, generate questions, and align budgets.
  • Reduced project waste through lean methodologies, resulting in cost reduction and productivity. Determined the schedule and budget requirements for the project to coordinate efficient work.
  • Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
  • WeWork 400 - 86,000 sq. FT ($20M) interior tenant improvement of existing warm core and shell – 28 weeks.
  • Emerson Collective - 12,000 sq. $5M interior tenant improvement of occupied space – 15 weeks.

Project Engineer

Dome Construction
SF Bay Area
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Prepared and reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments, and other documents. Controlled site engineering activities to maintain work standards, adhere to timelines, and meet quality assurance targets. Proficient in preparing and pulling building permits.
  • Drafted, distributed, and executed contracts with subcontractors and vendors.
  • Managed, reviewed, and maintained requests for information, submittals, and change orders.
  • Google 1,001 - 125,000 sq. ft. ($40M) interior tenant improvement of existing warm core and shell - 32 weeks.

Project Engineer

Hillhouse Construction
SF Bay Area
07.2016 - 09.2017
  • Analyzed blueprints and delivered concise instructions to the technical team to maintain quality control. Maintained records of cost and quantity information for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities, and developing field conditions. Planned and managed engineering projects, and continuous improvement programs, to reduce labor and costs.
  • eBay - 40,000 sq. $15M interior tenant improvement of the café and executive lobby - 22 weeks.
  • Stanford Barn - 5,300 sq. ft ($3M) open steel structure with 1,250 sq. ft of conditioned space for a conference room, classroom, new utility service for water, power, and fire, and BBQ pits - 12 weeks.
  • Avid Bank - 26,000 sq. 6,000 square feet ($6M) interior tenant improvement of Avid Bank’s headquarters – 20 weeks.

Project Engineer

M+W Group(Exyte)
Cincinnati
09.2015 - 07.2016
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work, double-checked documentation (submittal, RFIs), and work orders.
  • Collected data, assembled, and distributed various weekly reports as required.
  • Assisted the field team in verifying component deliveries, work in place, and other activities. Assembled and coordinated turnover packages, including O&M manuals, warranties, owner training, punch lists, and other related items.
  • P&G MBC Expansion - 500,000 sq. Ft ($300M) expansion of P&G's R&D facility - 2 years.

Project Engineer Intern

R.W.Dunteman
Chicago
05.2015 - 09.2015
  • Analyzed blueprints and delivered concise instructions to technical team to maintain quality control
  • Maintained records of cost and quantity information for each project and engineering discipline
  • Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities and developing field conditions
  • Planned and managed engineering projects and continuous improvement programs to reduce labor and costs

Education

Master of Business Administration -

San Jose, CA

Master of Engineering - Construction Management

Cincinnati, OH

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Hyderabad, India

Skills

  • Client interfacing
  • Customer success
  • Construction management
  • Project estimation
  • Budget administration
  • Pre-Construction
  • Lean Construction
  • Resource management
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Analytical skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Data analytics
  • Quantitative analysis
  • Technical analysis
  • Portfolio optimization
  • Capacity planning
  • Backup and recovery

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

AMERs DCD Portfolio Manager

Microsoft
12.2023 - Current

Business Manager

Microsoft
05.2023 - 12.2023

Senior Project Manager

Zoox
06.2022 - 05.2023

Project Manager

Cumming Corporation
09.2020 - 06.2022

Associate Project Manager

Dome Construction
05.2019 - 09.2020

Sr. Project Engineer

Dome Construction
05.2018 - 04.2019

Project Engineer

Dome Construction
09.2017 - 05.2018

Project Engineer

Hillhouse Construction
07.2016 - 09.2017

Project Engineer

M+W Group(Exyte)
09.2015 - 07.2016

Project Engineer Intern

R.W.Dunteman
05.2015 - 09.2015

Master of Business Administration -

Master of Engineering - Construction Management

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering

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