ASHOK KUMAR AGRWAL
Ghaziabad
Summary
Dynamic Engineer with 34 years of experience in public infrastructure, specializing in Highways, Bridges, and Buildings. Recently superannuated from Uttar Pradesh Government (UP PWD) as Engineer In Chief (EINC) in June 2024. Proven track record in ensuring that structures are functional, safe, and code-compliant. Skilled in construction management, advising on materials and layout, and providing services for both residential and commercial projects. Excellent communicator, committed to identifying issues and achieving solutions to enhance safety, functionality, and aesthetics.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer In Chief (EInC)
UP Public Works Department
Lucknow
02.1990 - 06.2024
- Commenced career as an Assistant Engineer in 1990, culminating in becoming Engineer-in-Chief (2024).
- Design, Procurement, Construction, and Maintenance of Buildings, Roads, Bridges, and ROBs.
- Oversaw the entire process including design development, procurement coordination, project execution and maintenance activities for multiple projects involving buildings, roads, bridges and rail over bridges (ROB).
- Evaluated and awarded work contracts for various project types.
- Managed budgeting and expenditure for Plan, Non-plan, and Establishment budgets
- Executed in the planning and assessment of Mega Building Projects under EPC Mode.
- Successfully managed the approval, sanctioning, and budgeting process for various Highways, Bridges and ROB's projects in the role of Chief Engineer (HQ-1) & Chief Engineer (Bridge).
- Successfully completed a range of diverse training programs, such as CAD, Office Automation, Computer Applications in Highways, Road Safety, Road Safety Audit and Disciplinary Proceedings, etc.
Inspector of Works (Grade 1)
Northern Railways, Govt of India
Moradabad
02.1988 - 01.1990
- Maintenance of Residential & Non-Residential Structures like Railway Station and Railway Residential Colonies at Hapur, Moradabad, and Shahjahanpur in U.P.
Assistant Engineer
Bihar PWD
Patna
09.1987 - 02.1988
- Managed and executed estimation and design assignments for a range of road projects at the headquarters office.
Senior Research Assistant (SRA),
National Institute of Hydrology, (N.I.H.), IIT Rorkee
Roorkee
06.1987 - 08.1987
- Contributed to the advancement of knowledge in the field of hydrology and precipitation
Design Engineer
Consulting Engineering Services (C.E.S.)
New Delhi
03.1987 - 05.1987
- Designed and estimated various structures using structural engineering principles
Education
M.E. - Civil (Highways/Transportation) Engineering
University of Roorkee (IITR)
Roorkee, India03-1987
B.E. - Civil Engineering
University of Roorkee (IITR)
Roorkee, India06-1985
12th - Hindi, English, Physics, Chemistry & Maths
MDS INTER COLLEGE
Najibabad, Bijnore, UP06-1980
10th - Hindi, English, Maths, Science & Engg. Drawing
MDS INTER COLLEGE
Najibabad, Bijnore, UP06-1978
Skills
- Project Management
- Budget Procurement
- Cost Analysis & Estimation
- Project Planning & Execution
- Quality Control
- Time Control
- Disputes & Arbitration
- Contract Management
- Technical Reporting
- Material Selection
- Environmental Compliance
- Safety, Utility & Functionality of Project
- Workforce Management and Disciplinary Proceedings
Certification
- Working Experience in all sectors of UPPWD being posted on all coveted post of Headquarters such as Chief Engineer (HQ-1), Chief Engineer (Bridge), Engineer In Chief (Design & Planning) and Engineer In Chief (Rural Roads)
- Life Member of Indian Road Congress (LM 21340)
- Life Fellow Member (FIE) of Institution of Engineers (INDIA) (F-1306711),
- Life Fellow Member (FIV) (Immovable Property) of Institution of Valuers, New Delhi (F-6212)
- Certificate in CAD & Office Automation from CDEC
- Training program on Computer Application in Highways from NITHE (IAHE)
- Training program on Construction and Quality Control of Pavements from IIT Bombay
- Training program on Disciplinary Proceedings from UP Academy of Administration & Management, Lucknow
- Training program on Road Safety organized by MoRTH at AITD, New Delhi
- Training program on Road Safety Audit organized by MoRTH at AITD, New Delhi
- Training program on Contract Management, Dispute Resolution & Arbitration in Highway Projects conducted by IAHE MoRTH
- Nominated as member of IRC H-3 Committee for rigid payments by Indian Road Congress (IRC)
Timeline
Engineer In Chief (EInC)
UP Public Works Department
02.1990 - 06.2024
Inspector of Works (Grade 1)
Northern Railways, Govt of India
02.1988 - 01.1990
Assistant Engineer
Bihar PWD
09.1987 - 02.1988
Senior Research Assistant (SRA),
National Institute of Hydrology, (N.I.H.), IIT Rorkee
06.1987 - 08.1987
Design Engineer
Consulting Engineering Services (C.E.S.)
03.1987 - 05.1987
M.E. - Civil (Highways/Transportation) Engineering
University of Roorkee (IITR)
B.E. - Civil Engineering
University of Roorkee (IITR)
12th - Hindi, English, Physics, Chemistry & Maths
MDS INTER COLLEGE
10th - Hindi, English, Maths, Science & Engg. Drawing
MDS INTER COLLEGE
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