Tekla Structure
JITENDRA PATIL
GOPAL
Jalgaon
Summary
Results-driven Senior Structural Steel Modeller with over 11 years of experience specializing in Tekla Structures 3D modeling, high-precision shop drawing production, and multi-project coordination. Expertise in managing complex commercial steel detailing projects within the Tekla environment, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Proven leadership in detailing teams, enforcing rigorous QA/QC validation processes, and effectively mitigating field rework through comprehensive Tekla clash checking. Strong ability to facilitate clear technical communication with clients, structural engineers, and fabricators, fostering collaboration and project success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Modeller
BCI Design Services India Pvt. Ltd.
pune, Maharashtra
01.2022 - Current
- Execute an EOR (Engineer of Record) focused role, serving as the primary technical liaison between the structural team and the project's Engineer of Record to ensure commercial design intent compliance.
- Lead structural steel detailing workflows and manage large-scale Tekla Structures modelling for complex commercial projects following AISC regulations.
- Enforced zero-defect delivery targets by validating 3D models and fabrication drawings from junior modellers prior to final submission.
- Streamlined RFI process by clarifying engineering discrepancies with EOR and fabricators, eliminating structural bottlenecks.
- Controlled material accuracy and minimised scrap wastage through management of automated extraction of Material Take-Offs (MTO) from approved Tekla models.
- Mitigate field fit-up errors through commercial structural coordination and rigorous clash checking within the Tekla environment.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain the integrity of modeling projects.
- Utilized advanced statistical methods for more accurate and reliable model predictions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure model relevance and applicability.
- Streamlined processes, resulting in increased efficiency in model creation and analysis.
- Leveraged cutting-edge software tools for enhanced visualization of modeling data.
- Integrated diverse data sources into cohesive models for comprehensive analyses of various scenarios.
- Developed innovative modeling techniques for improved project outcomes.
- Managed multiple modeling projects simultaneously, delivering timely and accurate results.
- Presented complex modeling results to stakeholders, facilitating informed decisionmaking.
- Mentored junior modelers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Applied predictive analytics techniques to improve forecasting capabilities within the organization.
- Evaluated existing models'' performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Increased client satisfaction by tailoring models to address unique business challenges effectively.
- Customized models for specific client needs, ensuring maximum relevance and utility.
- Designed user-friendly interfaces for seamless interaction with complex models.
- Enhanced model accuracy by optimizing algorithms and refining data inputs.
- Contributed to a culture of innovation by staying abreast of emerging trends in the field of modeling and incorporating relevant advancements into daily practice.
- Assisted in new business development efforts by providing insights through detailed model analyses.
- Conducted thorough research to incorporate industry trends into model development.
- Supported the implementation of strategic initiatives through evidence-based recommendations derived from robust models.
- Designed data models for complex analysis needs.
- Collaborated with system architects, design analysts and others to understand business and industry requirements.
- Established and secured enterprise-wide data analytics structures.
- Managed identification, protection and use of data assets.
- Developed and delivered business information solutions.
- Developed database architectural strategies at modeling, design, and implementation stages to address business or industry requirements.
- Documented and communicated database schemas using accepted notations.
- Planned and installed upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
- Gathered, defined and refined requirements, led project design and oversaw implementation.
- Reviewed project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish projects.
Modeller – Tekla Structures
Cadeploy Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Executed precise 3D modeling and detailing for multi-story commercial building frames, enhancing structural integrity using Tekla Structures.
- Extracted clean fabrication and shop drawings optimized to comply perfectly with AISC criteria and commercial client-specific templates.
- Collaborated closely with the checking team to incorporate complex revision mark-ups swiftly and maintain strict project timelines.
- Leveraged cutting-edge software tools for enhanced visualization of modeling data.
- Customized models for specific client needs, ensuring maximum relevance and utility.
- Evaluated existing models'' performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Managed multiple modeling projects, ensuring on-time delivery of accurate results that met client specifications.
Jr. Tekla Modeler
Mold-Tek Technology Ltd.
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Modeled miscellaneous steel structures including commercial equipment platforms, walkways, staircases, handrails, and guardrails using Tekla Structures.
- Generated accurate erection drawings and General Arrangement (GA) plans to guide field installation teams safely.
- Configured structural connections per client detailing manual, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Prepared assembly drawings and detailed sheets, facilitating error-free shop fabrication.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure model relevance and applicability.
- Streamlined processes, resulting in increased efficiency in model creation and analysis.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain the integrity of modeling projects.
- Implemented quality assurance measures, preserving integrity of modeling projects.
Junior Steel Detailer
Structfab Detailers Pvt. Ltd.
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Drafted component piece-marks, member placements, and arranged sheet additions for specialised commercial assemblies using Tekla Structures.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring organization and attention to detail for each assignment to meet project deadlines.
- Facilitated seamless integration of structural components in complex projects through meticulous attention to detail in connection design and assembly sequence planning.
- Supported project success by adhering to industry standards, codes, and best practices for steel detailing workmanship.
- Integrated structural components in complex projects through meticulous connection design and assembly sequence planning.
Trainee Detailer – Tekla Structures
Techflow Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd.
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Completed foundational training in Tekla 3D structural modelling, drawing cleaning, and standard steel detailing practices.
- Acquired knowledge of new materials and processes during training sessions.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Engaged in on-the-job training, collaborating with supervisors and coworkers to deepen understanding of tasks.
- Assisted with various departmental tasks to gain insights into industry processes.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Trimurti Institute of Technology
Jalgaon01-2015
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - undefined
Siddhivinayak Vidyalaya
Jalgaon01-2009
Skills
Assertiveness
Representative experience
Influencing skills
Mediation skills
Software
Autocad
Blue Beam
Autocad Forma
COMMERCIAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS (REPRESENTATIVE)
- Commercial Multi-Storey Steel Frame Buildings: Developed comprehensive column, beam, and advanced connection detailing sets according to AISC/BS standards.
- Large Retail & Office Infrastructure: Modelled multi-span heavy structural framing, floor framing systems, and mezzanine floors.
- Miscellaneous Commercial Steel: Managed end-to-end Tekla modelling for internal architectural staircases, egress paths, handrails, and safety guardrails.
- Infrastructure Structures: Detailed, intricate steel framing, stringer panels, cross-frames, and connection interfaces.
Timeline
Senior Modeller
BCI Design Services India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2022 - Current
Modeller – Tekla Structures
Cadeploy Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
08.2020 - 12.2021
Jr. Tekla Modeler
Mold-Tek Technology Ltd.
05.2018 - 07.2019
Junior Steel Detailer
Structfab Detailers Pvt. Ltd.
06.2017 - 04.2018
Trainee Detailer – Tekla Structures
Techflow Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd.
05.2015 - 05.2017
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - undefined
Siddhivinayak Vidyalaya
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Trimurti Institute of Technology