ANNA LIZA GROAT
Beauly
Summary
Civil engineer with over 20 years of experience in delivering highways, drainage, and infrastructure projects. Expertise in managing full project lifecycles, from feasibility studies to site supervision. Demonstrated success in completing multi-million-pound projects on time, within budget, and to high standards.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Engineer
Highland Council
Inverness, Highland
2017.07 - 2026.02
- Directed both preliminary and detailed design processes, including topographical surveys and alignment design.
- Managed drainage design and conducted site investigations, ensuring compliance with statutory procedures and contributing to project integrity.
- Oversaw 96 projects on highway improvements, drainage systems, and safer routes to schools, enhancing community infrastructure.
- Administered tenders and supervised site activities, facilitating project delivery within established timelines.
- Led client briefings and facilitated comprehensive feasibility studies.
Graduate Engineer
Highland Council
Inverness, Highland
2008.09 - 2017.07
- Worked closely with the project team to ensure timely delivery and design accuracy.
- Conducted surveys, prepared design proposals, and assisted with tender assessment.
- Contributed to detailed design and preparation of tender documents to support project bidding.
- Supported site supervision, quality assurance, and project documentation.
- Delivered various Safer Routes to School schemes and highway improvement projects.
- Collaborated with stakeholders and supported project managers in daily operations to ensure project alignment.
Engineer 1
City Engineer's Office
Las Pinas City
1999.09 - 2007.11
- Identified projects and prepared tenders for city infrastructure bids.
- Facilitated building permit applications and secured approvals.
- Ensured compliance with technical and regulatory standards through collaboration with colleagues.
Planning Officer 2
Local Government of Jose Panganiban
, Philippines
1993.01 - 1999.07
- Streamlined project workflows and ensured compliance with local regulations, contributing to timely project delivery.
- Prepared tender documents and coordinated bids, facilitating project approvals and enhancing procurement processes.
- Supported municipal engineering projects from planning through implementation, ensuring alignment with community needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Nueva Caceres
Naga City, Philippines 1985.06 - 1990.03
Skills
- Auto CAD
- Road & drainage design (DMRB standards)
- Project management, tender preparation, QA & site supervision
- Stakeholder liaison & contract administration
- Cost estimation expertise
Certification
- BSc Civil Engineering (Diploma) – University of Nueva Caceres, March 1990
- Graduate Member, Institution of Civil Engineers (GMICE), August 2009
- Engineering Technician, MICE, June 2016
- Incorporated Engineer, MICE (IEng), April 2017
Timeline
Engineer
Highland Council
2017.07 - 2026.02
Graduate Engineer
Highland Council
2008.09 - 2017.07
Engineer 1
City Engineer's Office
1999.09 - 2007.11
Planning Officer 2
Local Government of Jose Panganiban
1993.01 - 1999.07
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Nueva Caceres
1985.06 - 1990.03