SUMMARY
Seasoned Civil Engineer with
**+ years of progressive
experience in civil
infrastructure, construction
management, and project
execution across diverse sectors
including industrial, residential,
and commercial. Adept at
overseeing complex projects
from conception through
completion, ensuring alignment
with scope, budget, regulatory
compliance, and timelines.
Expert in site supervision,
contractor management, quality
control, safety compliance, and
stakeholder coordination.
Recognized for strong
leadership, problem-solving
abilities, and fostering
productive relationships at all
levels of an organization.
EDUCATION
DIPLOMA IN CIVIL
ENGINEERING
Ahmedabad Government
Polytechnic Gujarat, India
1983- 1987
TRUSHAR
GAJJAR
CIVIL ENGINEER
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
EXPERIENCE
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT COORDINATOR • TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES • OCTOBER 2023 – CURRENT NEW JERSEY
• Lead coordination between architects, general contractors, and internal stakeholders during schematic design and bidding phases.
• Interpret technical drawings, ensuring adherence to project specifications, budgets, and timelines.
• Oversee daily site progress, safety compliance, and cost control in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Facilitate negotiation and cost management with contractors, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Generate progress reports and punch lists to support project close- out and quality assurance.
CONSTRUCTION CONSULTANT • CREATIVE DESIGNS MFG •
APRIL 2021 – OCTOBER 2023 NEW JERSEY
• Reviewed architectural and engineering blueprints, translating technical requirements for clients and stakeholders.
• Developed project timelines, budgets, submittals, RFIs, and managed change orders for unforeseen conditions.
• Provided continuous oversight to ensure schedule adherence, cost control, and compliance with industry codes and standards.
• Facilitated contractor/vendor selection in collaboration with project management teams.
• Delivered professional recommendations on project execution, materials, and value engineering opportunities.
SOIL INSPECTOR • ATLANTIC ENGINEERING LAB • 2020 – 2021
NEW JERSEY
• Conducted field inspections to verify compliance with plans, codes, and material standards.
• Utilized nuclear gauge equipment for compaction testing, ensuring soil density met 95% specifications.
• Prepared detailed inspection reports highlighting quality compliance and any deviations observed.
• Reviewed construction practices for adherence to regulatory and environmental standards.
INDUSTRIAL PROJECT MANAGER • NIPCO PLC • 2015 2019 NIGERIA
• Directed civil works for a 60-acre oil drilling site, overseeing land clearing, earthwork, road construction, and drainage systems.
• Managed bridge construction, cross-drainage, and heavy-duty vehicle infrastructure.
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CIVIL DRAFTSMAN
Government Industrial Training
Institute Gujarat, India
1981-1983
CERTIFICATION
OSHA 10 Certified
Troxler Nuclear Gauge
Certification (Soil Density &
Compaction Testing)
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• Delivered gas processing plants, residential complexes, trailer parks, and warehouses across multiple regions.
• Led negotiations with local communities ensuring smooth project execution and minimal disruptions.
• Maintained responsibility for budget control, milestone tracking, and resource allocation across projects in Nigeria and Ghana. INDUSTRIAL PROJECT MANAGER • AFRICAN FERTILIZERS & CHEMICALS LTD. • 2006 – 2014 NIGERIA
• Oversaw multimillion-naira industrial projects, from financial planning, contractor selection to execution.
• Managed procurement, material logistics, and contractor coordination.
• Ensured strict adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Directed site inspections and documentation to support compliance and reporting requirements.
CIVIL ENGINEER • IDEAL ROAD BUILDERS PVT. LTD • 2003 - 2006 INDIA
• Executed foundation, bridge, and pier works for the Bombay-Pune Express Highway project.
• Managed bar bending schedules, formwork, and concreting operations.
• Performed quality testing on soil, concrete, and steel to ensure structural integrity.
INDUSTRIAL PROJECT MANAGER •JAISWAL PHARMACEUTICAL PVT LTD. • 2002 - 2003 INDIA
• Led infrastructure development including factory sheds, admin buildings, canteens, and weigh bridges.
• Oversaw pipeline works, machinery foundations, and water treatment installations.
• Directed resource allocation, contractor selection, and compliance verification.
BUSINESS OWNER •OM PRASAD INFRASTRUCTURE LTD. •
1992- 2002 INDIA
• Managed government contract railway project for converting meter gauge to broad gauge, overseeing extensive earthwork, alignment, and embankment stabilization.
• Executed Ahmedabad to Vadodara Expressway project, responsible for side crash barrier installation across 55 miles, ensuring structural integrity and safety compliance.
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• Directed construction of sub-branch canal in Padra District, completing approximately 20 miles of concrete-lined canal work under the Narmada River Irrigation Scheme, including earthwork excavation, concrete lining, and water flow management.
• Supervised labor management, equipment mobilization, quality control, and adherence to government environmental and safety standards.
CIVIL ENGINNER • SARJAN CONSULTANT. • 1983 - 1992 INDIA
• Provided design, site supervision, and inspection services for various government infrastructure projects.
• Ensured environmental compliance and adherence to regulatory standards.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Construction Project Management
• Civil Infrastructure & Earthwork
• Site Supervision & Quality Control
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety (OSHA)
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• Contractor & Vendor Management
• Blueprint Interpretation & Plan Execution
• Client & Stakeholder Communication
• Scheduling & Resource Allocation
• Environmental & Code Compliance