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SAIKAT BASU

SAIKAT BASU

Bangalore

Summary

Strategic and growth-focused engineering leader with over 13 years of experience driving operations, business performance, and organizational transformation across global infrastructure consultancies such as Mott MacDonald, WSP, and Atkins. Skilled in project governance, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership, with a proven ability to align technical delivery with business objectives and profitability goals. A certified APM-PFQ and Life Cycle Assessment Specialist, recognized for building high-performing teams, enhancing operational efficiency, and implementing digital and process innovations that enable sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Project Engineer

Mott MacDonald Group
Bangalore
03.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with Digital team in India to create Power BI Dashboard, updating FTEs, revenues, and projects on Global Operations Digital Tracker.
  • Developed teams for business growth, including BID, Administrative, Document Controls, and Legal.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes by creating structured screening workflows and interview schedules.
  • Allocated tasks according to project priorities and team strengths to meet delivery deadlines.
  • Reviewed project contract documents for compliance with resource coverage and fee-earning standards.
  • Identified gaps in IT support processes and designed structured workflows for efficient issue resolution.
  • Acted as liaison between operational teams and IT to enhance system responsiveness.
  • Prepared internal policy guidelines and conducted competitor analysis to refine bid strategies.

Senior Engineer

WSP Consultants Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
12.2017 - 03.2024
  • Led Indian team in support of Northampton County Council, managing project delivery and client interactions.
  • Oversaw multiple projects for Hertfordshire County Councils, ensuring compliance with S278 standards.
  • Conducted technical audits, road safety assessments, and lighting evaluations for various projects.
  • Prepared fee estimates and bid proposals to secure project funding and approvals.
  • Performed design reviews and checks to validate contractor submissions against project specifications.
  • Coordinated legal, safety, and lighting teams to streamline project workflows and approvals.

Assistant Engineer

Atkins Realis
Bangalore
07.2012 - 12.2017
  • Modeled drainage features and crash barriers using MX Road for CDF Tranche 5 A1(M) J6-8 (DF23).
  • Amended road layout to meet project requirements and enhance design efficiency.
  • Designed compliant sign faces for Warrington LSTF project, adhering to KeySign and Traffic Signs Manual.
  • Developed maps and message schedules for pedestrian signage in Westminster and Lambeth.
  • Collaborated with teams to improve wayfinding solutions using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
  • Applied theoretical principles to signage projects to ensure navigational clarity in urban settings.

Education

Construction Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist -

One Click LCA
London, UK
01.2024

Construction Product Life Cycle Assessment Specialist -

One Click LCA
London, UK
01.2024

Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) -

Association of Project Management (APM)
London, UK
01.2022

B. Tech - Civil Engineering

National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Silchar, Assam
01.2012

Skills

  • Project management and forecasting
  • Quality assurance and compliance
  • Stakeholder engagement and relations
  • Resource and cost management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Contract negotiation
  • Team leadership

Education And Professional Status

  • Pursuing PMP from the Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Construction life cycle assessment (LCA) specialist, One Click LCA, 01/01/24
  • Construction product life cycle assessment specialist, One Click LCA, 01/01/24
  • Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), Association of Project Management (APM), 01/01/22
  • B. Tech in Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT), Silchar, Assam, 01/01/12

Language Capability

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bengali
Advanced (C1)
C1

Accomplishments

  • Demonstrated entrepreneurship as a co-founder of an athleisure brand focused on bridging the gap in the jiu-jitsu market by providing high-quality training gear at affordable prices, with faster delivery timelines, supporting accessibility and growth within the jiu-jitsu community
  • Felicitated by the governor of Nagaland for achieving state ranks, recognizing academic excellence, and dedication
  • Earned the Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) certification from the Association of Project Management (APM), UK, showcasing a strong foundation in project management principles

Affiliations

  • Represented India in international championships for both Karate and Jiu-Jitsu, showcasing dedication, discipline, and excellence in martial arts on a global stage.
  • Achieved state-level academic distinction, securing state ranks in both 10th and 12th standard examinations, reflecting consistent academic excellence.

Timeline

Principal Project Engineer

Mott MacDonald Group
03.2024 - Current

Senior Engineer

WSP Consultants Pvt Ltd
12.2017 - 03.2024

Assistant Engineer

Atkins Realis
07.2012 - 12.2017

Construction Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist -

One Click LCA

Construction Product Life Cycle Assessment Specialist -

One Click LCA

Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) -

Association of Project Management (APM)

B. Tech - Civil Engineering

National Institute of Technology (NIT)
SAIKAT BASU