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Brig Gurgopal Singh (Retd)
Former DIG Engineer
Zirakpur,PB
Summary
- A visionary, result-oriented, and highly decorated senior administrator and academician with over 37 years of distinguished leadership across the Indian Army (Engineers), Indian Air Force, Border Roads Organisation and CRPF.
- Proven track record of establishing new institutional wings, governing mega-scale budgets of up to ₹6,710 Crores, formulating top-tier institutional policies, and delivering academic excellence as an Assistant Professor at the College of Military Engineering.
- An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between complex administrative operations, strategic human resource management, and cutting-edge scientific/technical education to drive Chandigarh University's strategic vision.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Inspector General (Engineer) / Head of Engineering Wing
CRPF
03.2019 - 07.2023
- Formulated macro-level policies and created SOPs to establish and activate a new Engineering Wing for the organisation.
- Financial Stewardship: Masterminded and secured Government approval for a massive 5-year works plan costing ₹6,710 Crores (including new projects worth ₹4,309 Crores) for the FY 2021-26 financial cycle.
- Spearheaded human resource management, personnel deployment, and organisational layout for the newly formed wing to ensure effective operation.
- Delivered lectures for officer courses, imparting technical knowledge in civil engineering to junior engineers and inspectors of CRPF across India.
Additional Command Chief Engineer (Works)
HQ Eastern Command, Kolkata
12.2016 - 03.2019
- Executed command and strategic direction for six regional Chief Engineers across multiple locations in North-Eastern India.
- Oversaw infrastructure development workflows and managed HR for executive and technical teams.
- Developed comprehensive training programs, enhancing skillsets and preparing personnel for future challenges.
- Increased overall mission success with thorough risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency and improved resource allocation.
- Mentored junior personnel, providing guidance on career advancement opportunities and professional growth paths.
Chief Engineer (Project) Shivalik
Border Roads Organisation & Bhutan
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Planning and Execution of double laning and maintenance of NH 58 and NH 34 leading to Badrinath and Gangotri respectively in Uttarakhand.
- Handled man management, HR issues, training & administration of approximately 1000 personnel.
- Planning the construction of a new office, as well as residential accommodation for Project Shivalik.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Enhanced productivity through streamlined workflows, process improvements, and efficient resource allocation.
- Reviewed engineering designs for accuracy, feasibility, functionality before implementation to ensure success upon execution.
- Led a team of engineers to successfully complete complex projects within budget and schedule constraints.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
Chief Engineer (Air Force) Bangalore
Indian Air Force
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Administered financial and infrastructural operations for strategic Air Force installations across four Southern states, ensuring operational readiness and compliance.
- Supervised construction of greenfield fighter aircraft runway (SU 30) in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, facilitating enhanced operational capabilities for air missions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on industry standards and implementing necessary changes to company procedures.
- Managed and scheduled equipment and system preventive maintenance programs to verify contractual compliance.
- Established procedures for corrective and preventive maintenance.
- Attended weekly department head meetings to share information and voice concerns.
- Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance on best practices and technical expertise for professional growth.
- Managed budgets for engineering projects, making strategic decisions to optimize resources while maintaining quality standards.
Director (Organisation & HR)
HQ Directorate General of Border Roads (DGBR), New Delhi
03.2008 - 03.2012
- Led national-level HR development, recruitment frameworks, and formal cadre reviews for technical personnel to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
Assistant Professor
College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune
01.1994 - 09.1996
- Delivered rigorous technical education and mentorship to B.Tech and M.Tech engineering students, fostering their academic and professional growth.
- Setting Question Papers and conducting examination for the B.Tech and M.Tech engineering students, as per the guidelines of Jawaharlal Nehru University.
- Trained and mentored senior foreign military officers and scholars from Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, enhancing cross-cultural academic collaboration and leadership development.
- Prior foundational leadership roles include serving as Commanding Officer of a Training Battalion, Garrison Engineer (Air Force), Second-in-Command of operational units, and Executive Engineer, handling remote, high-altitude infrastructure development projects.
Education
M.Tech - Transportation Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
Kharagpur01-1994
B.Sc. - Engineering (Civil)
Aligarh Muslim University
Masters Diploma - Business Administration
Symbiosis Institute of Management
Pune01-1995
Senior Level Defence Management Diploma - undefined
Devi Ahilya University
Indore01-2002
Skills
Institutional Governance & Policy Formulation: Expert in establishing structural frameworks, writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and implementing strategic organisational policies
Strategic Planning & Budgetary Control: Extensive experience in macro-level financial planning, cost estimation, and optimisation of multi-crore resource allocations
Academic Leadership & Pedagogy: Demonstrated capability in technical instruction, curriculum delivery, and mentoring domestic and international engineering scholars
Accomplishments
- Published Research: Author of a peer-reviewed research paper published in the prestigious Geotechnical Society of India Journal, demonstrating continuous engagement with scientific advancements.
- Professional Development: Completed the Professional Development Programme on e-Procurement in Engineering Projects & GFR 2017 at the Engineering Staff College of India, Hyderabad (2018).
Software
Timeline
Deputy Inspector General (Engineer) / Head of Engineering Wing
CRPF
03.2019 - 07.2023
Additional Command Chief Engineer (Works)
HQ Eastern Command, Kolkata
12.2016 - 03.2019
Chief Engineer (Project) Shivalik
Border Roads Organisation & Bhutan
10.2014 - 12.2016
Chief Engineer (Air Force) Bangalore
Indian Air Force
04.2012 - 10.2014
Director (Organisation & HR)
HQ Directorate General of Border Roads (DGBR), New Delhi
03.2008 - 03.2012
Assistant Professor
College of Military Engineering (CME), Pune
01.1994 - 09.1996
Senior Level Defence Management Diploma - undefined
Devi Ahilya University
Masters Diploma - Business Administration
Symbiosis Institute of Management
M.Tech - Transportation Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
B.Sc. - Engineering (Civil)
Aligarh Muslim University
HONOURS AND AWARDS
- Director General CRPF: Awarded the Commendation Card (Twice) & Special Disc for exceptional engineering administration.
- Director General Border Roads: Received the Commendation Card (2012) for stellar executive execution.
- Indian Air Force (AOC-in-C SWAC): Commendation Card (1999) for operational readiness leadership at forward bases.
- Indian Army (GOC-in-C Northern Command): Awarded Commendation Cards in 1998 and 2005 for stellar project completions under challenging environments, including a 25 Km LoC electronic security fence.