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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
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
Bangalore
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
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
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.