Jarrod Lowe

Bachelor or Engineering (Civil & Infrastructure)

RMIT University (Melbourne)

2014 - 2017

Bachelor of Commerce

Deakin University (Burwood)

2005 - 2007

Engineers Australia Prize 2018

• Top final-year undergraduate in engineering at RMIT University. Recognised for academic excellence and community involvement

Vice-Chancellor's List 2017

• Placed in the top 2% of RMIT Higher Education students.

CPB Contractors Scholarship 2016

• Awarded to the standout penultimate year engineering student.

SRIA Undergraduate Award 2016

• Awarded for Excellence in Reinforced Concrete Design.

Metro Prize 2015

• Top first-year civil engineering student

‍Principal Consultant | 03/2024 - Present
AHF Projects Australia

Principal Consultant at AHF Projects, providing construction and project management services. Currently engaged on the EBTA – North East Link project, leading procurement, constructability, and project execution. Led the procurement, planning, and delivery of major substructure packages for the Bulleen Road Bridge widening, Shared User Path Bridge, and SRW232 Soil Nail Retaining Wall.

Successfully managed the procurement of key construction packages, including sheet piling supply and installation, east footpath demolition for Bulleen Road Bridge, substructure piling, and substructure FRP.

• Led the delivery of early enabling works, encompassing site investigations, traffic realignment, geotechnical testing, civil works, asphalting, and drainage works.
• Implemented constructability improvements that reduced costs, accelerated timelines, and enhanced program efficiency, including:
• Redesigned the temporary drainage diversion on Bulleen Road Bridge to eliminate ground excavation, resulting in cost savings of approximately $100K.
• Developed and executed a sheet pile solution for the south abutment works of
• Bulleen Road Bridge widening, enabling exit ramp diversion activities to proceed concurrently, saving 4-5 weeks on the critical path.
• Engaged closely with key stakeholders, including the client and internal support teams, to present and gain approval on methodologies, resolve technical challenges, and drive successful project outcomes.
• Managed complex multi-disciplinary interfaces, coordinating works across the Eastern Freeway, Thompsons Road, and the inbound exit ramp on Bulleen Road.
• Successfully built relationships and workshopped solutions to prevent delays and optimise construction sequencing.

‍Operations Manager | Jan 2022 - March 2024

Squared Structures | Abbotsford, VIC

Secured and managed $10 million in high-value construction projects, driving Squared Structures' growth and recognition as a top Australian company by AFR.

Led a multidisciplinary team of 15, delivering complex, multimillion-dollar Tier 1 infrastructure projects with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. Successfully balanced project objectives with client needs, fostering strong relationships and securing additional major contracts.

Demonstrated expertise in financial management, maintaining positive budget outcomes, and ensuring profitability on all projects.

Cultivated a culture of staff development and empowerment, enhancing team productivity and satisfaction.

Directly involved in staff recruitment, ensuring we maintain our high- performing, collaborative culture.

Implemented modern construction practices and digital transformation initiatives, significantly improving operational efficiency and data accuracy. Streamlined budget tracking and reporting processes, enhancing financial transparency and control.

Collaborated with in-house engineers and external stakeholders to resolve complex design challenges, ensuring successful project outcomes.

Navigated high-stakes tendering processes and negotiations, effectively managing contract lifecycles and legal compliance for major projects. Developed and maintained robust client relationships, excelling in client- focused project delivery and customer satisfaction.

Championed innovative project management methodologies and lessons learned workshops, adapting to changing project requirements

Fostered an inclusive team environment, encouraging diversity of thought and collaborative problem-solving. ‍

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Project Engineer | Aug 2019 - Jan 2022

Laing O'Rourke I Southbank, VIC

Hallam Level Crossing Removal Project, South East Program Alliance - $248m

Reported directly to The Director, conducting cost analysis and optimization of viaduct spans for the Hallam Level Crossing Removal Project, resulting in a design change that saved approximately $1m.

Led the stations team in the TOC phase, developing a baseline program, detailed construction methodology, and staging, while also coordinating market pricing with subcontractors.

Collaborated with estimators to produce a comprehensive cost estimate for Hallam Station, detailing construction methods and costs line-by-line for the Alliance Leadership Panel.

Oversaw early works procurement, delivery, and supervision, including geotechnical and service investigations, as well as initial civil works. Managed planning for main site establishment works, ensuring procurement and coordination of all necessary facilities, connections, permits, and logistics for a workforce and office staff of over 200.

I then transitioned to the stations team where I was responsible for procuring and delivering key packages, including structural steel and architectural cladding, amounting to approximately $11m.

Supported site engineers with procurement and delivery of glazing, asphalt, and landscaping packages.

Conducted tender interviews and vetting processes, utilizing Digital Engineering to enhance tenderer submissions.

Provided key constructibility input during design phases to mitigate construction risks.

Led the shop drawing procurement and delivery for structural steel and cladding packages. This involved working closely with the design manager to  ensure program targets were met.

Maintained stringent adherence to safety and quality standards, program timelines, and cost targets.

Promoted Laing O'Rourke's safety culture by presenting monthly "NextGear" safety workshops to the workforce.

Delivered $2 million in positive budget outcomes on key packages, demonstrating my ability to accurately define scopes of work and run the tender process.

Recognised for my performance and standing as a leader at the company through Director nomination for Laing O'Rourke's "Young Guns" Program.

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Sewer Network Engineer | Jan 2019 - Aug 2019

South East Water I Frankston, VIC

Led sewer maintenance operations with a customer-centric approach, ensuring timely issue resolution to minimize service disruptions.

Successfully assessed contractor claims against maintenance contracts, driving performance improvements and reducing maintenance costs over two consecutive months.

Managed procurement and coordination of large-scale maintenance works, including tendering and oversight, and contributed to construction methodologies.

Established and oversaw planned maintenance activities like manhole inspections and sewer connection programs, critically assessing at-risk assets and enhancing sewer network efficiency and reliability.

Collaborated effectively with internal departments, external stakeholders, and customers, ensuring alignment of goals and fostering strong, productive relationships for network reliability

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Project Coordinator | Jun 2017 - Jan 2019

Probuild Constructions I Melbourne, VIC

Managed $14 million in façade packages as Façade Coordinator, overseeing windows, brickwork, and architectural cladding, ensuring quality and adherence to project standards.

Accountable for the post-structure completion of a project building, offering technical solutions and resolving on-site challenges.

Coordinated tender interviews, effectively vetting prices and scopes, and

communicating key findings to the Project Manager and Senior Contracts Administrator.

Led the design phase for façade packages, proactively addressing design issues to guarantee timely submissions of shop drawings.

Strategically procured complex facade packages and let them between multiple subcontractors based on their strength, which produced significant savings and a positive budget position.

Delivered window IFC shop drawings ahead of program through coordination of design issues with other subcontractors and consultants

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