NISHAT HUSSAIN
Manager Geo-technical Instrumentation
Kishtwar
Summary
Instrumentation professional with 18+ years of experience in geotechnical and tunnel instrumentation across hydro, railway, highway, and underground infrastructure projects. Specialized in TBM & NATM tunnel monitoring, installation, commissioning, data interpretation, and risk-based instrumentation management. Proven capability in leading instrumentation teams, preparing I&M plans, and delivering accurate monitoring reports for safe and compliant construction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Manager (Instrumentation)
L&T Construction Ltd.
04.2022 - Current
- Project: ENGINEERING, PROCUREMENT, AND CONSTRUCTION OF TWO CIRCULAR SHAPED HEAD RACE TUNNELS OF LENGTH 7.35 KM EACH TO BE EXCAVATED BY TWO NEW INDEPENDENT TBMS AND ASSOCIATED WORKS FOR PAKAL DUL HYDRO ELECTRIC PROJECT, J&K
- Overall, In-charge of Instrumentation & Monitoring (I&M) for TBM Tunnels and Portal sections.
- Client coordination and technical interface for instrumentation, monitoring strategy, and approvals.
- Preparation of I&M Plans, Method Statements, instrument BOQ/quantity estimation, and technical documentation.
- Conducted training programs for installation and monitoring teams; planning and work allocation to I&M staff.
- Data interpretation, trend analysis, and technical evaluation of monitoring results for tunnel performance assessment.
- Preparation and submission of technical monitoring reports to the Client and obtaining approvals.
- Convergence monitoring and deformation assessment in TBM tunnels.
- Wireless monitoring system implementation for real-time acquisition, transmission, and evaluation of instrumentation data.
- 3D segment behavior monitoring using Bi-Reflex Targets (BRT) for precise deformation and displacement assessment.
- Load and stress monitoring in tunnel lining segments using embedded Strain Gauges.
- Technical comparison and evaluation of instrumentation from different manufacturers to select the most reliable and suitable systems.
- Troubleshooting and commissioning support for instrumentation systems during installation and checkout stages.
- Close coordination with civil, TBM, and design teams to ensure timely execution and integration of monitoring activities.
- Instrumentation-based monitoring of NATM tunneling including deformation and ground response assessment.
- Planning and preparation of Daily, Weekly, and Monthly monitoring and performance reports.
Manager (Instrumentation)
Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd.
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Project: CONSTRUCTION OF TUNNEL, BRIDGES, AND FORMATION WORKS FROM CHAINAGE 101+310 TO 117+365 (FLS) UNDERGROUND PACKAGE-8 IN CONNECTION WITH THE NEW LINE BETWEEN RISHIKESH AND KARANPRAYAG (125 KM) IN THE STATE OF UTTARAKHAND, INDIA
- Overall, I&M In charge of Tunnels and Stations.
- Installation and commissioning of field instruments.
- Instrumentation and monitoring.
- Client and local dealing.
- Preparation of I&M plan, Method statement, Risk Analysis, Instruments quantity calculation, Conducting Training for installation and monitoring team, work allocation to I&M team, Data interpretation and analysis, Report submission to client and obtain approval.
- Convergence Monitoring in Tunnels and Cross Passage.
- Associate Geotechnical work related to Instrumentation.
- Quantity and Cost estimation of instruments as per the approved instrumentation drawings.
- Comparing the instruments of various make and finalize the best suitable instrument to record the reliable data.
- Conducted instrument troubleshooting during commissioning and checkout processes.
- Ensured timely completion of work in coordination with other relevant engineering disciplines.
- Monitored NATM Tunneling with the Instruments.
- Control blasting monitoring with seismograph.
- Planning and preparation for daily, weekly & monthly reports.
Asst. Manager (Instrumentation)
Navayuga Engineering Co. Ltd.
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Project: CONSTRUCTION OF TUNNELS BRIDGES & FORMATION WORKS FROM CH:63+414 - 73+010 (9.596KM) UNDER PACKAGE-5 IN CONNECTION WITH SINGLE LINE BROAD GAUGE RAIL LINK BETWEEN RISHIKESH & KARANPRAYAG (125KM) IN THE STATE OF UTRAKAN
- Overall, I&M In charge for Tunnels and Stations.
- Installation & Commissioning of Field Instruments.
- Instrumentation and monitoring.
- Client and local dealing.
- Preparation of I&M plan, Method statement, Risk Analysis, Instruments quantity calculation, Conducting Training for installation and monitoring team, work allocation to I&M team, Data interpretation and analysis, Report submission to client and obtain approval.
- Convergence Monitoring in Tunnels and Cross Passage.
- Associate Geotechnical work related to Instrumentation.
- Quantity and Cost estimation of instruments as per the approved instrumentation drawings.
- Comparing the instruments of various make and finalize the best suitable instrument to record the reliable data.
- Conducted instrument troubleshooting during commissioning and checkout processes.
- Ensured timely completion of work in coordination with other relevant engineering disciplines.
- Control blasting monitoring with seismograph.
- Planning and preparation for daily, weekly & monthly reports.
Asst. Manager (Instrumentation)
Chetak Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Project: CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR LANNING SHIMLA BYPASS ROAD PROJECT IN THE STATE OF HIMACHAL PRADESH.
- Installation, monitoring and reporting of Inclinometers, Load Cells (anchor Bolt), Strain Meters, Crack Meters, Pore Pressure Meters, Multi Point Borehole Extensometer (MPBX), Stand Pipes for Water Level, Soil Settlement Points, 3D Optical Targets & many other geotechnical instruments.
Senior Instrumentation Engineer
IL&FS Transportation Networks Ltd.
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Project: Kiratpur–Ner Chowk Expressway (Himachal Pradesh)
- Srinagar–Sonamarg Tunnel (J&K)
- Installation, monitoring and reporting of Inclinometers, Load Cells (anchor Bolt), Strain Meters, Crack Meters, Pore Pressure Meters, Multi Point Borehole Extensometer (MPBX), Stand Pipes for Water Level, Soil Settlement Points, 3D Optical Targets & many other geotechnical instruments.
Instrumentation Engineer (Geotechnical)
Encardio-Rite Electronics Pvt. Ltd.
11.2007 - 07.2016
- Projects: KRCL Railway Tunnels of USBRL, (Jammu & Kashmir) IRCON International Ltd T-80.
- HCC Chutak HEP, Kargil (Jammu & Kashmir)
- HCC Kishanganga HEP, Gurez (Jammu & Kashmir)
- Chenani Nashri Tunnel Project.
- Installation, monitoring and reporting of Inclinometers, Load Cells (anchor Bolt), Strain Meters, Crack Meters, Pore Pressure Meters, Multi Point Borehole Extensometer (MPBX), Stand Pipes for Water Level, Soil Settlement Points, 3D Optical Targets & many other geotechnical instruments.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
01.2007
Higher Secondary (10+2) - undefined
01.2003
Matriculation (10th) - undefined
01.2000
Skills
Geotechnical Instrumentation & Monitoring (I&M)
TBM & NATM Tunnel Monitoring
Instrument Installation & Commissioning
Data Interpretation & Structural behavior Analysis
Convergence Monitoring & Deformation Control
Risk Assessment & Method Statements
Client Coordination & Technical Reporting
Cost Estimation & Quantity Planning
Troubleshooting & Calibration of Instruments
Team Leadership & Training
Settlement Points & Soil Settlement Markers
Optical / 3D Targets (BRT)
MPBX (Multi-Point Borehole Extensometer)
Inclinometers & Combined Inclinometer-Extensometer
Load Cells & Anchor Bolt Load Monitoring
Strain Gauges & Arc-Weldable Strain Gauges
Piezometers & Pore Pressure Measurement
Tilt Meters
Crack Meters
Temperature, Pressure & Level Measurement Systems
Blast Vibration Monitoring using Seismograph
Wireless Monitoring
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Abdul Gani Sheikh
- Date of Birth: 24 January 1983
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Declaration
I, NISHAT Hussain, hereby declare that the information contained herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Manager (Instrumentation) - L&T Construction Ltd.
04.2022 - Current
Manager (Instrumentation) - Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Ltd.
12.2021 - 03.2022
Asst. Manager (Instrumentation) - Navayuga Engineering Co. Ltd.
02.2020 - 12.2021
Asst. Manager (Instrumentation) - Chetak Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
02.2019 - 12.2019
Senior Instrumentation Engineer - IL&FS Transportation Networks Ltd.
08.2016 - 01.2019
Instrumentation Engineer (Geotechnical) - Encardio-Rite Electronics Pvt. Ltd.
11.2007 - 07.2016
Govt. Boys Hr.Sec School - Higher Secondary (10+2),
Govt. Boys Hr. Sec. School - Matriculation (10th),
Govt. Polytechnic College - Diploma, Mechanical Engineering