2. Curriculum Vitae Nathan Urban
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Nathan Urban
Profile
With a background in Civil Engineering, I have solid experience in project management specialising from road infrastructure and data
validation projects to creation and implementation of asset spatial databases utilising Oracle, GIS and AutoCAD tools for creating,
viewing and managing assets.
I have actively been involved with the Engineering industry for 15 years including 12 years within the ACT Government enabling me to
establish good knowledge of both industry and government standards, practices, policies and procedures.
Key features of my career include:
• Project Management from procurement to implementation for ICT, Civil and Construction projects.
• The ability to work under pressure, work on concurrent projects and work within prescribed deadlines
• Implementation of ACT Government Business Units asset information into Oracle Spatial Database
• Ongoing business systems training, support, review and implementation of change management processes
• Supervision, coordination and management of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in coordinating and being part of a team/committee;
- ACT Policing Strategic Accommodation Committee member & secretariat.
- Emergency Services Australia Capital Projects Control Group member & secretariat.
- TAMS Project Management Community of Practice (PMCoP) - member
- Happy Healthy TAMS Committee - member
- ACT Traffic Control Device Work Group - Chair
• On site experience in surveying, data capture and traffic analysis
• Ability to generate and present reports and conduct high level meetings / presentations to large expert subject matter audiences
including industry forums
• Good knowledge of civil road design, traffic control devices and standards
• Strong experience in Computer Aided Drafting (AutoCAD) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications
• Knowledge and experience in Quest TOAD, ORACLE Discoverer, Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) and Structured Query
Language (SQL)
Along with these features, I also possess the following attributes:
• Dedication to timely, professional and quality service
• Integrity, courtesy and professionalism
• Fairness and consistency
• Strong capacity for teamwork
I am seeking opportunities that utilise my skills in management. I am reliable and punctual. I am ethical, honest and keen to learn. I
believe I will be an asset to any department or agency seeking staff with creative, people focused skills and an aptitude for management.
Transferable Skills
Communication
I’ve worked with clients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and am familiar with different characters, cultures and behavioural
traits. This helped me discover ways to overcome communication barriers to establish solid relationships. My writing is confident, clear
and effective and can be tailored to diverse audiences. Email communication with clients and colleagues is professional and always
reflects my passion and enthusiasm.
Problem Solving
Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills are essential in any position, especially in the complex, challenging and dynamic role of
management. I pay meticulous attention to detail and can assess a situation, look for numerous viewpoints, collect more information,
address key issues to ensure derived alternative solutions and ensure efficient problem solving. When I deal with customer or staff
issues I never assume. I listen carefully, evaluate and understand their problem and act with patience, empathy and confidence to find a
solution that will satisfy all needs.
Leadership
Management is about character and valuing the people you work with. I’m a flexible, team oriented, goal driven leader who is
professional and approachable. I assist and support my team to reach their full potential and involve them in the decision making process
when assigning tasks to inspire confidence and assist with their personal development.
Organisational
Team work is the heart of any successful organisation. I value relationships with colleagues and clients and am a productive team
member who works hard to achieve common targets, is driven to exceed performance expectations and can also work independently.
An exemplary planner, I have excellent time management skills and can complete concurrent projects with ease and confidence.
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Nathan Urban
Qualifications
2015 WH&S Construction Induction - Whitecard certification
2014 Certified Practicing Project Manager - Australian Institute of Project Management
2014 Diploma: Project Management - Bayley & Associates Pty Ltd (RTO); Mawson
1999 - 2000 Advanced Diploma: Civil and Environmental Engineering - The Canberra Institute of Technology; Bruce.
1996 - 1998 Year 12 Certificate: Tertiary Level High School Qualification - Marist College Canberra; Pearce.
Awards & Achievements
2014 – Project lead in the successful delivery of the ACT NOWaste IAMS Implementation Project
3 year venture to integrate the TAMS business unit, ACT NOWaste, asset data into the Oracle spatial database IAMS.
The IAMS database is TAMS requirement for Asset Management, Financial Reporting and Insurance Declarations.
2013 - Directors Award, Operational Support Branch
“In recognition of tireless effort, professionalism and client focus delivering the ACT NOWaste IAMS Implementation Project”.
2008 - Project lead in the successful delivery of the Traffic Control Device (TCD) Validation Project
Contracted by Territory and Municipal Services (TAMS) to manage the $1M project spanning over 3 years to capture and record all of
the ACT Governments TCD asset information and incorporate it into the TCD Inventory Database.
Upon the successful delivery of this project I was then offered permanent appointment within TAMS to manage this database and derived
the TCD Working Group Committee to ensure its accuracy and upkeep.
Training & Development – past 5 years only
2015 Asbestos awareness training 2013 Writing for Government
2015 Construction Induction White Card 2012 Feature Manipulation Engine (FME)
2015 TRIM training 2011 Microsoft Access
2015 Records management training 2011 ArcMap and ArcCatalog GIS
2014 Project Management Certification 2011 Oracle Discoverer Desktop
2014 Project Management Diploma 2010 Oracle Spatial Database
Employment History
June 2015 – Current
A/ Sog C – Project Manager
Capital Works Projects, Capital Works and Infrastructure, Justice and Community Safety Directorate (JACS), ACT Government.
The position provides assistance in the timely and effective delivery of a range of Capital Works and Infrastructure projects relevant to
the department.
Key Duties:
• Provide project management and support to key clients within JACS.
• Key stakeholder engagement and effective working relations.
• Facilitate change management as a result of implementing the project.
• Assist in the provision of high level technical, design, sustainability and building maintenance advice across the Department.
• Assist in the provision of high level advice to management on projects in accordance with relevant ACTPS legislation and
policies including tender and procurement processes.
• Assist in contract management, processing contract variations and invoice management.
• Represent the Department at meetings and work groups, maintaining effective relationships with ACT Government agencies,
stakeholders and external parties.
• Assist with other work to ensure the objectives of the Capital Works and Infrastructure unit are achieved.
• Maintain records in accordance with the Territory Records Act 2002.
Major Projects:
• Gungahlin Joint Emergency Services Centre – Feasibility Study $1.3M
• Greenway Ambulance Station $1.23M
• Aranda Fire & Rescue and Ambulance Station - $15M
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Nathan Urban
January 2010 – June 2015
TO4 – Quality and Configuration Manager
Asset Information Group, Operational Support Branch, Department of Territory & Municipal Services (TAMS), ACT Government.
The position provides management and operational support to the Asset Information Manager and has a particular responsibility for the
data quality and control by auditing, validation and management of TAMS asset data within TAMS asset management systems.
Key Duties:
• Provide project management and support to key clients within TAMS
• Develop and implement data maintenance processes relevant to data quality and support in TAMS
• Train and assist clients in the operation of municipal asset information applications managed by OSB
• Prepare documentation as required to support the municipal asset information managed by OSB, including metadata
statements, user notes, mapping and reporting
• Manage the provision of information between the Traffic Control Device (TCD) Inventory and the Integrated Asset Management
System (IAMS) and Corporate Geographic Database (CGD)
• Experience and technical skills relevant to the capture, compilation and quality assurance of municipal asset information
• Understanding of municipal assets and the requirements of a contractor undertaking and reporting on asset creation
• Capacity to prepare municipal asset drawings according to the appropriate standards
• Ability to lead and work in a team; possess high level interpersonal skills and to consistently produce high quality work
• Good communication (oral and written), negotiation, liaison and representation skills and the ability to provide authoritative
technical advice to all level
June 2009 – January 2010
A/ SPO C – Development Application Project Officer
Asset Acceptance, Asset Services Group, TAMS, ACT Government
Key Duties:
• Responsible for the evaluation and endorsement of Development Applications (DA) and any other development submissions
referred to TAMS
• Responsible for the operational acceptance of assets built for the Territory
• Representative for the whole of TAMS at DA meetings held with applicant and other governing bodies
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the design, construction and maintenance of public infrastructure including roads,
stormwater, street lighting, landscape and waste management
December 2007 – June 2009 (Permanent Appointment ACT Public Service –Territory and Municipal Services - TAMS)
A/ SPO C – Traffic Control Device Project Officer
Asset Acceptance, Asset Services Group, TAMS, ACT Government
Key Duties:
• Implement and manage TCD Validation Projects
• Audit TCD submissions for design and digital conformance in accordance to agreed standards
• Attend meetings to provide technical advice on proposals involving TCD design
• Manage the storage, backup and distribution of the TCD Inventory
• Conduct site inspections of Minor New Works for Operational Acceptance
• Train and assist clients in the operation of municipal asset information applications managed by ASG
• Develop and implement data maintenance processes relevant to civil asset support in TAMS
August 2003 – December 2007 (Contracting Consultancy)
Civil Assets Project Officer
Asset Information, Asset Management Services, Department of Urban Services, ACT Government
Key Duties:
• Implement and manage all AMS civil assets projects - TCD Validation Project $1M
• Manage all aspects of the departments TCD Inventory database.
• Coordinate the TCD Work Group to derive procedures for improving data quality and business support
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Nathan Urban
December 2000 – August 2003 (Start of Career)
Civil Technical Officer
Maunsell Australia Pty Ltd
Key duties:
• Civil Design and Drafting
• Supervision and training of junior CAD staff
• Field survey, traffic analysis and reporting
• Compilation of project documentation
• Implement and maintain office procedures for
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) quality control
- Work As Executed (WAE) documentation
- Traffic Control Device (TCD) documentation
Major Projects:
• Barton Highway Duplication – CAD manager and project document control
• Anzac Parade Roundabout – Project Manager
• Residential Street Improvement Program undertaken for Roads ACT around various suburbs of Canberra, and
• Many more minor Civil Infrastructure projects as Project Lead.
Lifestyle
Travelling inspires, rejuvenates and gives me new ideas and a
fresh perspective. I love to travel to new and exotic places,
trying diverse food and meeting different people
I’m an avid runner which I find helps me clear my head leaving
me feeling fresh and ready to take on the next task at hand
I also participate in touch football where I get to enjoy time with
friends whilst maintaining a good level of physical activity and
fitness
Staying healthy is important to me and a big part of my life
which is why I’m an active member of the Happy Healthy TAMS
committee. Hopefully I can help other colleagues become
active and healthy themselves and to just feel good.
Future Goals
To be a senior manager whose expertise, passion and
professionalism delivers credibility and recognition for the
department or agency
Be someone colleagues aspire to whilst being level headed
and maintaining my natural flair for developing strong people
relationships
Further my education in either Project Management or Civil
Engineering or even both
To start a family and be a good role model whilst maintaining a
healthy work/life balance
Referees
Name: Luke Jansen
Position: Manager Projects Capital Works and Infrastructure - SOG B
Relation: Current manager whilst on secondment to JACS for 9 months
Phone: W: (02) 6205 7653 M: 0419 779 196
Email: luke.jansen@act.gov.au
Name: James Downing
Position: Information Management Operations Manager - SOG B
Relation: Work colleague for 9 years – current manager at TAMS
Phone: W: (02) 6205 2106 M: 0405 664 007
Email: james.downing@act.gov.au
Name: Paul Dowling
Position: Information Manager - SOG C
Relation: Work colleague for 11 years – previous supervisor at TAMS
Phone: W: (02) 6207 6558 M: 0400 830 446
Email: paul.dowling@act.gov.au
