Sarbeshwar Balabantaray
Tiptur
Summary
Over 31 years of experience in managing large-scale highway projects, both flexible and rigid pavement and structures, including 17 years as Project Head for NH, expressway, and SH initiatives. on the modes of BOT,
HAM, EPC and BOQ Demonstrated success in delivering projects on time and within budget while upholding quality and safety standards. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and developing innovative solutions to complex challenges. Proficient in strategic planning and communication to enhance operations and meet project goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
GM/Project Head
Apco Infrastructure Pvt, Ltd
12.2024 - Current
- Optimized earthwork and structural balance, advancing project progress from 30 percent to 70 percent.
- Coordinated efforts with design team, AE and Authority to resume Launching of Yammuna Bridge after recommended modification.
- Resolved land obstruction issues promptly through collaboration with Local Administration and NHAI.
- Executed project adhering improvement to quality, safety, and cost control.
- Facilitated bill clearance by effectively coordinating with AE and NHAI.
- Monitored resources systematically on monthly, weekly, and daily basis to ensure timely project completion.
- Reconciled materials efficiently by utilizing scrap steel with Couplers for larger diameters.
- Incorporated fly ash into concrete mixes while managing waste to enhance sustainability and cost reduction
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members and Management to ensure efficient operations.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
Project Head
Ashoka Buildcon Ltd
07.2018 - 09.2024
- Led overall planning and execution for plants and camps construction both in TSRP1 & TSRP2 while commencing quarry operations.
- Led project planning and execution for large-scale infrastructure developments.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Led meetings with internal team members, managements, consultants and contractors.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to discuss project status and requirements.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Handled coordination with NHAI, SLAO, and local authorities to secure land clearances and permissions.
- Developed project plans outlining scope, tasks, and responsibilities.
- Recruited necessary manpower and agencies aligned with phased construction requirements for major structures.
- Guided staff through effective motivation, planning, reviewing, and monitoring to achieve objectives.
- Collaborated effectively with clients, IE, and designers for timely drawing delivery while addressing issues swiftly.
- Engaged in source approval processes for concrete grades focusing on cost efficiency with using both Fly Ash and GGBS and using RAP in DBM.
- Achieved streamlined project completion through meticulous monthly and daily planning resulting in PCODs for both PKG1 & PKG2.
GM
Sidhibinayak Infrastructure
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Orchestrated strategic phases from quarry operation inception to execution, including installation of camps and plants.
- Implemented phased manpower recruitment to adapt to changing project needs.
- Facilitated structure construction through collaboration with clients, consultants, and designers.
- Streamlined processes by engaging departments for expedited statutory approvals and encroachment evictions.
- Managed laboratory setups while obtaining approvals for effective quarry operations.
- Oversaw adherence to quality standards for GSB, WMM, concrete grades, DBM, and BC approvals.
- Coordinated various project activities to guarantee timely completion and successful CM inauguration.
AGM/Project Head
Backbone Enterprises Ltd
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Spearheaded startup of quarry operations with responsibility for camp installation and manpower recruitment.
- Orchestrated construction of Box and Pipe culverts through effective collaboration with stakeholders.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts for obtaining statutory approvals and managing encroachment evictions.
- Supervised establishment of laboratories while ensuring compliance with quarry approval processes.
Sr. Project Manager
Ashoka Buildcon Ltd
01.2010 - 11.2014
- Oversaw planning and establishment of camp facilities, plant erection, and laboratory setup and Production of Aggregates.
- Managed appointment of site staff and coordinated quarry operations to ensure efficiency.
- Facilitated engagement with agencies for precise planning and monitoring of operations.
- Maintained regular communication with local administration, NHAI, and SLAO for land clearance.
- Monitored aggregate production closely to maintain progress through effective liaisoning efforts.
Project Manager-Cum-AGM
BLA Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
04.2007 - 12.2009
- Successfully led freeze activities for PQC, WMM, BM, SDBC, and structures to completion.
- Diverted resources according to work program while ensuring regular monitoring and control.
- Motivated and trained workforce to meet time-bound targets through effective leadership.
- Updated unclaimed billing processes and completed pending surveys with timely technical guidance.
- Implemented day-to-day reviews to address changes and streamline progress towards project goals.
- Coordinated consultations with clients and consultants on technical matters for scope adjustments.
- Finalized rate analysis for deviated items and prepared material reconciliation.
- Achieved successful project completion while adhering to specifications and quality standards.
DPM(Manager)
JMC (I) LTD
10.2004 - 04.2007
- Directed contractor activities to ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and safety regulations.
- Developed daily and monthly schedules in collaboration with subcontractor and project manager, evaluating resources.
- Oversaw manpower and machinery usage to maximize operational effectiveness.
- Facilitated collection of material statements; organized regular meetings for work program evaluation.
- Led IS 9001 team training sessions focused on quality assurance, safety protocols, and waste management.
- Provided management information system updates to corporate office for strategic decision-making.
- Participated in material reconciliation efforts to maintain project integrity.
Inspector
CES(I) Pvt Ltd
07.2003 - 09.2004
- Finalized Balance Work Ahmedabad – Vadodara Expressway Project, Phase II (km 43.4 to 93.3) under National Highways Authority of India.
- Formulated work programme in collaboration with senior personnel while interpreting relevant technical specifications.
- Supervised implementation of construction activities adhering to specifications and safety regulations across numerous layers.
- Executed field density testing through sand replacement method and nuclear density gauge; compiled Daily Progress Reports for monitoring.
- Calibrated batching plant and hot mix plant while conducting inspections for compliance during billing procedures.
- Contributed to mix design initiatives for DBM, BC, DLC, and PQC to align with project standards.
Asst Manager, Highway
KCL Ltd
03.2001 - 07.2003
- Executed completion of Ahmedabad – Vadodara Expressway Project, Phase I for National Highways Authority of India.
- Managed daily work programs while monitoring progress against established targets.
- Conducted material sourcing and testing for borrow earth approvals efficiently.
- Developed concrete mixes including WMM, CTAB, PQC, DLC, DBM, and BC per industry standards.
- Performed rigorous plant and field testing utilizing Nuclear Density gauge methods.
- Overseen RFI processing to streamline monthly billing operations.
- Engaged in technical specification interpretation with Resident Engineer as required.
- Ensured accurate documentation aligned with project work procedures and contracts.
Sr Engineer
Nagarjuna Construction Company Limited
05.1999 - 02.2001
- Independently managed Quality Assurance and Control Department in absence of senior oversight.
- Set up laboratory with calibrated equipment as per contract specifications.
- Sourced materials for Earth Work, GSB, WMM, Concrete works, DBM, and BC while ensuring compliance.
- Created and obtained approval for mix designs for various construction layers from consultants.
- Performed field compaction assessments using Nuclear Density Gauge and core cutting techniques.
- Conducted pile load and plate load tests on open foundations to verify structural integrity.
- Maintained consistent communication with Technical Advisor, Project Director, and PM to address challenges promptly.
- Actively sought insights from industry experts to enhance project outcomes.
Site Engineer
AFCONS PAULING (INDIA) LTD
05.1994 - 04.1999
- Managed four laning and strengthening of NH-5’s Bhubaneswar-Jagatpur section.
- Regularly monitored site construction activities and assigned tasks to supervisors.
- Collaborated with survey team for effective coordination on-site.
- Developed daily programs in conjunction with section in charge and planning department.
- Supervised completion of earthwork, GSB, WMM, and bituminous work phases.
- Performed field density tests using sand replacement method for quality assurance.
- Engaged in weekly review meetings to discuss work progress and resolve issues.
Education
Master Degree -
Infrastructure Management
05-2012
B. Tech. -
01.2006
B.SC. -
01.1994
DCE -
01.1991
Computer Exposure - MS EXCEL & WORD
Regular Online Technical Classes -
Ashoka Learning Centre
Skills
- Well conversant with Contract Agreement
- Regulatory compliance
- Stakeholder coordination
- Project planning
- Process improvement
- Resource optimization
- Problem resolution
- Client relations
- Quality and safety management
- Cost control
- Inventory management
- Staff training and motivation
- Value engineering
Timeline
GM/Project Head
Apco Infrastructure Pvt, Ltd
12.2024 - Current
Project Head
Ashoka Buildcon Ltd
07.2018 - 09.2024
GM
Sidhibinayak Infrastructure
02.2016 - 07.2018
AGM/Project Head
Backbone Enterprises Ltd
11.2014 - 02.2016
Sr. Project Manager
Ashoka Buildcon Ltd
01.2010 - 11.2014
Project Manager-Cum-AGM
BLA Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
04.2007 - 12.2009
DPM(Manager)
JMC (I) LTD
10.2004 - 04.2007
Inspector
CES(I) Pvt Ltd
07.2003 - 09.2004
Asst Manager, Highway
KCL Ltd
03.2001 - 07.2003
Sr Engineer
Nagarjuna Construction Company Limited
05.1999 - 02.2001
Site Engineer
AFCONS PAULING (INDIA) LTD
05.1994 - 04.1999
Master Degree -
Infrastructure Management
B. Tech. -
B.SC. -
DCE -
Computer Exposure - MS EXCEL & WORD
Regular Online Technical Classes -
Ashoka Learning Centre
Languages
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
Key Qualifications
Have 31+ years of extensive experience in highways both Rigid and Flexible pavements, Major and Minor Structures, Project Facilities encompassing project management, planning supervision, contract management, QA/QC, preparation of quality manual, major and other structures to complete in target time frame, waste management, reconciliation of resources and miscellaneous of road furnitures, by strategic work and resource planning, checking work programme, deployment of resources, technical and financial control, preparation of project planning, monthly work programme, evaluation of requirement of resources and progress with motivation of stake holders, employees and agencies, follow up to client, SLAO, DC and local administration to clear the land and obstructions in National Expressways, National Highways, and State Highways funded by multilateral agencies like Asian Development Bank, World Bank, OECF, Japan., BOT, HAM and EPC mode of contract. Experience includes construction of Highways & Expressways using latest plants, machineries and some pavement layers e.g. Cement Treated Aggregate Sub Base and Base Course, Wearing Course using Polymer Modified Bitumen and Crumble Rubber modified bitumen, thiopaves with bitumen and use of additives, using RAP, use of coupling for higher dias of steel and other waste management to execute the project in most economical way. Well conversant with Contract Agreements, interpretation of conditions of contract, drawings, machinery management and requirement matching to the phase wise planning of the project and technical specifications, MORTH technical specification and relevant IS, IRC, BS, ASHTO, ASTM codes. Well conversant with procedures and systems of multilateral funded projects.
Personal Information
- Profession: Highway Engineering and Management
- Father's Name: Shri Nakula Balabantaray
- Date of Birth: 27/04/1973
- Nationality: Indian
Career Aim
Looking forward for an Organization wherein I can enhance and to add my skill, creativity, Value Engineering and experience in various aspects so as to contribute to the work assignment and I would prefer to use my expertise for the Organization to the full extent. I have advertently been involved in formulation and implementation of the innovative systems/working procedures to regularize and to add value to the Organization procedure, tracking project cost and revenue and monitoring project schedules by well management of equipments and personnel to align with corporate policies and procedure.
Years Of Experience
31+ years
Languages
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
Key Qualifications
Have 31+ years of extensive experience in highways both Rigid and Flexible pavements, Major and Minor Structures, Project Facilities encompassing project management, planning supervision, contract management, QA/QC, preparation of quality manual, major and other structures to complete in target time frame, waste management, reconciliation of resources and miscellaneous of road furnitures, by strategic work and resource planning, checking work programme, deployment of resources, technical and financial control, preparation of project planning, monthly work programme, evaluation of requirement of resources and progress with motivation of stake holders, employees and agencies, follow up to client, SLAO, DC and local administration to clear the land and obstructions in National Expressways, National Highways, and State Highways funded by multilateral agencies like Asian Development Bank, World Bank, OECF, Japan., BOT, HAM and EPC mode of contract. Experience includes construction of Highways & Expressways using latest plants, machineries and some pavement layers e.g. Cement Treated Aggregate Sub Base and Base Course, Wearing Course using Polymer Modified Bitumen and Crumble Rubber modified bitumen, thiopaves with bitumen and use of additives, using RAP, use of coupling for higher dias of steel and other waste management to execute the project in most economical way. Well conversant with Contract Agreements, interpretation of conditions of contract, drawings, machinery management and requirement matching to the phase wise planning of the project and technical specifications, MORTH technical specification and relevant IS, IRC, BS, ASHTO, ASTM codes. Well conversant with procedures and systems of multilateral funded projects.
Personal Information
- Profession: Highway Engineering and Management
- Father's Name: Shri Nakula Balabantaray
- Date of Birth: 27/04/1973
- Nationality: Indian
Languages
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
Key Qualifications
Have 31+ years of extensive experience in highways, both rigid and flexible pavements, major and minor structures, and project facilities encompassing project management, planning supervision, contract management, QA/QC, preparation of a quality manual, major and other structures to complete in the target time frame, waste management, reconciliation of resources, and miscellaneous road furniture, by strategic work and resource planning, checking the work program, deployment of resources, technical and financial control, preparation of project planning, and monthly work program
evaluation of the requirement of resources and progress with the motivation of stakeholders, employees, and agencies, follow-up to the client, SLAO, DC, and local administration to clear the land and obstructions in national expressways, national highways, and state highways funded by multilateral agencies like the Asian Development Bank, World Bank, OECF, Japan, BOT, HAM, and EPC mode of contract Experience includes construction of Highways & Expressways using latest plants, machineries and some pavement layers e.g. Cement Treated Aggregate Sub Base and Base Course, Wearing Course using Polymer Modified Bitumen and Crumble Rubber modified bitumen, thiopaves with bitumen and use of additives, using RAP, use of coupling for higher dias of steel and other waste management to execute the project in most economical way.
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Shri Nakula Balabantaray
- Date of Birth: 27/04/1973
- Nationality: IndianI,
Certification
- I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes my qualifications, experience, and myself