Tianya Zhai
About Tianya Zhai
Tianya Zhai is a Graduate Project Manager at Arup in Shanghai, China, with a diverse background in project management and civil engineering, and has studied at prestigious institutions such as UCL and Imperial College London.
Current Title and Role
Tianya Zhai is currently working as a Graduate Project Manager at Arup in Shanghai, China. Tianya has held this position since 2020. In this role, Tianya is involved in managing various projects, contributing to the company's efforts in delivering large-scale infrastructure and consulting projects.
Previous Work Experience
Before taking on the role of Graduate Project Manager, Tianya Zhai accumulated a wealth of experience through several internships. In 2019, Tianya worked as an Assistant Project Manager (Intern) at Arup in London, United Kingdom. Prior to that, Tianya interned with the Regional & Development Consultancy team at Atkins in Beijing in 2018. Additionally, Tianya worked as an intern in Marketing Development for International Projects at Metallurgical Corporation Of China Ltd. in 2016 and held a brief internship at Constructionarium Ltd in the UK the same year. Tianya also gained early experience as an intern at 中国建筑 in Liaoning from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background and Expertise
Tianya Zhai has a robust educational background in civil engineering and project management. Tianya completed a Master of Science in Project Management from UCL in 2019, a program accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Prior to that, Tianya earned a Master of Science in Climate Change, Management, and Finance from Imperial College London in 2018. Tianya also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from University of Liverpool, completed in 2017, and a BEng in Civil Engineering from 西交利物浦大学, completed in 2015.
Skills and Technical Proficiencies
Tianya Zhai is skilled in programming with R statistics and is proficient in using AutoCAD, along with basic Office software. These skills are vital in managing and analyzing project data, creating detailed models, and ensuring effective project management.
Hobbies and Personal Interests
Outside of professional work, Tianya Zhai enjoys a variety of hobbies that contribute to a well-rounded lifestyle. These include swimming, reading, and traveling. Tianya also has a keen interest in engaging in challenging team activities such as hiking and skiing. Living in the UK for over four years has provided Tianya with significant international experience and exposure.