Open To Work
Prasad Kunipogu
Hyderabad
Work Preference
Summary
Senior Civil Engineering professional and Project Leader with over 26+ years of experience in managing complex projects across airport, aircraft MRO, aerospace manufacturing, highways, industrial and building office spaces including interior projects from concept to commissioning. Expertise in leading construction teams, mentoring engineers and fostering partnerships with contractors and vendors. Proven track record developing high-performance, safety-focused site culture and achieving stakeholder management and statutory approvals. Specialized in large-span hangars with doors, aircraft engine MRO facilities in highly regulated environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Asst. General Manager
SAFRAN Aircraft Engine Services India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad, Telangana
05.2023 - Current
- Global Scale Project: Successfully completed and commissioned the world's largest Aircraft Engine MRO facility for the SAFRAN Group including Engine Test Cell for LEAP 1A & 1B engines. Well versed with EASA & DGCA requirements for building infrastructure.
- Critical Infrastructure: Monitoring the construction and development of the Engine Test Cell for Leap 1A & 1B engines including Fuel Farm.
- Sustainability & Innovation: Delivering a state-of-the-art facility meeting Green Building Gold Standards with 100% sustainable energy (2.5 MW solar) and a low carbon footprint.
- Advanced Equipment Integration: Overseeing 42 underslung cranes with 22.5m spans including transfer bridges and tandem operations, Automatic and Manual Cleaning line.
- Process Equipment Support: High-tech process equipment like CMM, FPI, MPI, Karcher Booth including others like Vertical Grinding Machines, High Speed grinding machines, Dynamic and Static Balancing machines etc.
Manager
IndiGo Airlines (Interglobe Aviation Limited)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
07.2019 - 04.2023
- State of the Art Hangars: Successfully completed a 92m span Twin Hangar (one of India's largest) and a G+2 mezzanine warehouse at Kempegowda International Airport (Bengaluru International Airport BIAL), ensuring coordination with airport operator and airline stakeholders.
- Infrastructure/ Utilities Management: Delivered complex fire protection systems (High Expansion Foam Deluge), STP, WTP, and high-capacity UG sumps.
- Rapid Mobilization/ Deployment: Demonstrated crisis leadership by organizing resources and collaborating with internal and external teams to deliver a makeshift ATR rehabilitation hangar at Hubli in 10 days, earning senior management recognition.
Project Head
E2K Projects Private Limited
Hosur, TamilNadu
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Safety & Compliance: Active Part of the Airport Safety Risk Assessments and Mitigation Planning.
- Defense Infrastructure: Managed the pre-construction phase for specialized DRDO hangars.
- Managed client relationships and steered Industrial and commercial building teams through planning, execution and handover, resolving issues proactively with clear communication.
Vice President
Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Limited
Hosur, TamilNadu
03.2008 - 05.2015
- Aerodrome Development & Commissioning: Constructed the largest private aerodrome in India and secured the Code 3C aircraft operation license. Led airport and projects division, overseeing multidisciplinary teams for the development of Hosur aerodrome infrastructure (runway, taxiways, apron, hangars, ATC, PAPI, Night Landing lighting) and manufacturing/MRO facilities.
- Facility Innovation: Built India’s first wide-body aircraft paint hangar (82m span) with motorized doors.
- Public Representation: Represented organizations in MoEF public hearings for environmental clearances.
- Government Liaison: Represented the organization with DGCA, MoEF, PCB, DoF&B, PESO, Fire and town planning authorities, building strong working relationships and securing key approvals.
- Military Liaison: Received appreciation from the Indian Army for supporting helicopter under-slung operations.
- Academic Engagement: Guest speaker at Geetam University and Adhiyaman University; delivered lectures on Airport design. Delivered guest lectures on Airport Design at various engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu.
- Promoted a safety and compliance culture by driving SMS, HSE, JSA and HIRA practices and ensuring staff training and awareness.
Senior Engineer
GVR Constructions Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru, Karnataka
02.2005 - 02.2008
- Road, Highways & Bridges: Managed structural works including state and national highways. The road works, Flyover, Bridges and all types of culverts.
- Innovation: Pre-cast pedestrian underpass (PUP) works using “Push Technology” to minimize the traffic disruption.
Senior Site Engineer
J-Lin Constructions
Chennai, TamilNadu
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Supervised site operations, coordinating teams for efficient workflow and project delivery.
- Supervised site engineers and foremen on residential, institutional, and organizational building projects, conducting daily briefings, allocating tasks, and performing quality checks to ensure project standards.
- Reviewed architectural plans and specifications for compliance with requirements.
Site Engineer
Ram Reddy Constructions
Bhupalapalli, Telangana
08.1999 - 12.2001
- Coordinated daily site activities for residential quarters, overseeing labour and subcontractors to ensure adherence to schedule and quality standards.
- Managed site operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to align project timelines and deliverables.
- Inspected construction materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Vellore Engineering College
Vellore, India 04.2001 -
PRE & POST CONSTRUCTION APPROVALS
- DGCA – Director General of Civil Aviation (Construction & Operation approvals/ certifications)
- BCAS – Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (Construction & Operation clearances)
- AAI – Airports Authority of India (Building Height Clearance, Crane Operations, Solar installation clearance with Glare Analysis)
- MoEF – Ministry of Environment & Forests (ToR – Terms of Reference, EIA – Environmental Impact Study, Public Hearing)
- PCB – Pollution Control Board (CFE – Consent For Establishment & CFO – Consent For Operations, Hazardous Wastes Approvals, Bio-Medical wastes approvals)
- DoF & B – Directorate of Factories and Boilers (CFE & CFO - New & Renewals)
- PESO - Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (HSD, ATF & Chemical Storage)
- FIRE approvals (NOC for Pre Construction & License for Post Construction)
- NAC (Notified Area Committee for Hyderabad Airport), BIAAPA (Bangalore International Airport Area Approving Authority) – Pre & Post Construction Approvals.
- Town Planing and Metropolitan Authority (Airport Categorization for OLS – Obstacle Limitation Study for Aircraft Operations)
- Power Distribution & Transmission – HT line approvals, execution and commissioning.
- Worked from the root level to the Department Secretary (IAS Officials), Commissioners & Chief Engineer to the Government for various approvals and assignments including Land regularization.
PROJECT – PRE CONSTRUCTION STAGE
- Architect selection and appointment
- Concept Design and Feasibility
- PQ, RFQ and Tendering Process
- Negotiation & Vendor selection process
- Technical & Commercial discussions
- Agreement and PO process
- Vendor documentation
- Legal compliance documents – Insurance, certifications, licenses etc.
- HSE, HIRA, JSA documentation
- QA & QAP documentation
- Work Method Systems (WMS), Work Permit Methods/ Systems
CONSTRUCTION – EXECUTION STAGE
- Validation of execution drawings
- Implementation of HSE regulations
- Quality Control – onsite and off-site
- Schedule management – Material, Manpower, Machinery – Resource planning
- Billing & Certification
- Coordination with different stake holders – Quality, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics
POST CONSTRUCTION
- HOTO Process – Handing Over – Taking Over Process
- Snag listing and De-Snagging
- Machinery installation – Hook up process
- Certification & Licensing
- Entry Into Service (EIS) co-ordination
Timeline
Asst. General Manager
SAFRAN Aircraft Engine Services India Pvt Ltd
05.2023 - Current
Manager
IndiGo Airlines (Interglobe Aviation Limited)
07.2019 - 04.2023
Project Head
E2K Projects Private Limited
06.2015 - 06.2019
Vice President
Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Limited
03.2008 - 05.2015
Senior Engineer
GVR Constructions Pvt. Ltd
02.2005 - 02.2008
Senior Site Engineer
J-Lin Constructions
01.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Vellore Engineering College
04.2001 -
Site Engineer
Ram Reddy Constructions
08.1999 - 12.2001