Sumair Shahid
ITS / Electrical Engineer | Project Engineer
sumair.shahid1@hotmail.com | +61 450 833 676 | Melbourne | www.linkedin.com/in/sumairshahid6195
Results-driven Project Engineer with 3+ years of experience delivering major infrastructure projects, including the East ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) package on the West Gate Tunnel Project. Skilled in project coordination,
testing and commissioning support, design coordination and QA processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Experienced in liaising with internal and external stakeholders to successfully achieve project milestones.
I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively as an ITS Engineer, Electrical Engineer or Project Engineer in the critical infrastructure or engineering industry, applying both technical expertise and organizational skills to drive
efficient execution and successful project outcomes.
Skills
ITS / Electrical Systems (Design & integration)
Electrical, Data & Fibre-Optic Cabling
Testing & Commissioning (ITS & Electrical)
Data Centre Infrastructure Management
Project QA & Completions
Project Delivery & Coordination
Subcontractor & Stakeholder Management
Design Management & Coordination
Data Analysis & Reporting
Python, Power BI, SQL
Aconex, Hexagon, Bluebeam
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
Work Experience
ITS Project Engineer
UGL | Jul 2024 – Sep 2025
- Delivered the East ITS package on the West Gate Tunnel Project. Supported installation, testing, and commissioning of ITS and related electrical systems, including fibre, LV, and control cabling within a critical transport network.
- Liaised with subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams, provided technical guidance, and resolved 95% of site queries within deadlines, minimizing rework and ensuring smooth project delivery.
- Supported design reviews, design documents distribution, version control and traceability via document register and Aconex.
- Supported project manager with project planning, resource allocation and reporting.
- Assisted with the preparation and issuing of Notices of Variation (NOV) and Notices of Delay (NOD).
- Managed procurement by liaising with suppliers and supported the finance team with invoicing, purchase requests, and progress claims.
- Developed project tracking tools to provide updates on project progress, commissioning, procurement, and QA completions.
- Prepared dashboards that assisted the project manager and project director for high-level reporting.
- Assisted with the preparation of handover documentation, including ITPs, ITRs, CCCs, Work lot closures and ABRPs.
- Managed project documentation and Requests for Information (RFIs) using Aconex, ensuring all correspondence, drawings, and approvals were accurately tracked, logged, and communicated to the concerned parties.
ITS Engineer
UGL | Jan 2023 – Jun 2024
- Managed ITS design packages including CCTV, Automatic Incident Detection (AID), Driver Advisory Signs (DAS), Over-Height Vehicle Detection (OHVD), Vehicle Detection Systems (VDS), and ITS Cabinets.
- Managed ITS, Electrical, and Fibre-optic cable schedules. Ensured efficient resource allocation to minimize clashes, reduce rework, and improve long-term system performance.
- Prepared and reviewed design documentation, installation and termination drawings, and vendor submissions. Ensured compliance with technical standards, contractual obligations, and project specifications.
- Liaised with Internal & External Stakeholders regarding design variations and proposals and secured approvals to meet evolving project requirements.
- Proactively raised and resolved design-related RFIs within time to ensure a smooth transition to the construction and installation phases, achieving key project milestones.
- Developed and maintained a structured ITS Asset Register (data library). Improved traceability and reduced procurement errors by 85%.
NOC Engineer
Commtel Systems | Aug 2018 – Dec 2019
- Managed a cloud-based Network Management System (NMS), diagnosing connectivity, power, and devicelevel issues, and implementing corrective policies to maintain 99% uptime.
- Deployed and validated network infrastructure for Wi-Fi coverage across 8 universities, enhancing reliability and service continuity.
- Liaise with Field, Network, and Electrical Engineers during installation and commissioning to ensure proper power distribution, device integration, and compliance with design standards.
- Collected and analysed performance logs to identify trends, reduce recurring incidents by 60%, and support maintenance.
- Monitored and maintained network system supporting large-scale campus infrastructure, ensuring high system availability and minimal downtime.
- Managed project documentation for service requests, equipment changes, and incidents, including confidential information.
- Served as a point of contact between client and stakeholders, ensuring timely issue resolution and smooth project delivery.
Education
BSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering
COMSATS University | 2014 – 2018
High School Certificate (Pre-Engineering)
FGQA Degree College | 2011 – 2013
Certifications
- Data Analysis in Power BI – DataCamp (2022)
- Data Center Certified Associate (DCCA) – Schnieder Electric (2025)
Languages
- English (Professional Working Proficiency)
- Urdu (Fluent)