Vijaykumar Thakar
Ahmedabad
Summary
Dynamic Civil Engineer with extensive experience at Nirgun Developers, specializing in structural analysis and project management. Proven track record in reducing project costs through effective contract negotiation and implementing sustainable building practices. Strong communicator and team leader, adept at fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals efficiently.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineer
Nirgun Developers
2022 - Current
- Designed and analyzed civil engineering plans for residential and commercial projects.
- Collaborated with architects to ensure structural integrity and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor construction progress and adherence to safety standards.
- Assisted in project budgeting, estimating costs, and resource allocation for efficient execution.
- Developed technical reports outlining project specifications, challenges, and solutions.
- Coordinated with contractors and stakeholders to align on project timelines and deliverables.
- Mentored junior engineers in best practices for design methodologies and project management techniques.
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
- Supervised construction progress on-site, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly while maintaining safety protocols.
- Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for concreting operations.
- Analyzed waterways to identify engineering problems and recommended corrective actions.
- Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
- Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
- Supervised various municipal works and modernization projects and performed line and grade surveys.
- Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Reduced project environmental impact by implementing eco-friendly construction practices and materials.
- Streamlined project management processes, significantly reducing delivery times by implementing agile methodologies.
- Enhanced road safety by designing efficient traffic management systems for urban areas.
- Improved project safety records by developing and enforcing rigorous safety protocols.
- Analyzed water supply systems for efficiency improvements, leading to better resource management and reduced waste.
- Conducted risk assessments for projects, identifying potential issues and developing mitigation strategies.
- Negotiated with local authorities for project approvals, ensuring smooth progress without legal hindrances.
- Developed sustainable building solutions, contributing to environmental conservation and green building certifications.
- Conducted comprehensive site assessments to ensure compliance with local regulations and environmental standards.
- Conducted detailed site investigations to identify potential issues and develop appropriate remediation strategies.
- Computed resource quantities and requirements to give customers accurate price estimates.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations through rigorous quality control measures during all project phases.
- Managed subcontractors effectively, promoting collaboration and ensuring adherence to project specifications.
- Collaborated with civil technicians to gather project equipment and update maps, drawings, and blueprints.
- Optimized construction schedules by utilizing advanced project management tools and techniques, ensuring timely completion.
- Developed and implemented solutions to maintain and improve client infrastructure at existing sites.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery of projects.
- Reduced construction costs by conducting value engineering assessments and identifying cost-effective solutions.
Civil Engineer
Shiv Construction
2017 - 2022
- Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
Civil Engineer
Anand Garden Consultancy
2015 - 2017
- Established positive relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders, fostering goodwill and cooperation in project development.
- Conducted detailed site investigations to identify potential issues and develop appropriate remediation strategies.
- Computed resource quantities and requirements to give customers accurate price estimates.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations through rigorous quality control measures during all project phases.
- Negotiated with local authorities for project approvals, ensuring smooth progress without legal hindrances.
- Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
- Supervised various municipal works and modernization projects and performed line and grade surveys.
Civil Engineer
Nootan Construction
2013 - 2015
- Conducted detailed structural analyses for major construction projects, ensuring integrity and compliance with engineering standards.
- Designed innovative water drainage systems, mitigating flood risks for residential areas.
- Optimized resource allocation, leading to reduction in project costs by negotiating contracts with suppliers.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
Civil Engineer Trainee
Swati Procon
2013 - 2015
- Collaborated with senior engineers on project specifications and requirements.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Supported project management efforts by tracking timelines and deliverables.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and resolve technical challenges.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends, regulations, and technologies for continuous improvement of skills and knowledge base.
- Enhanced overall project quality by conducting thorough site inspections and providing detailed feedback for improvement.
- Achieved timely completion of projects by effectively coordinating resources and schedules among team members.
- Evaluated existing infrastructure systems for repair or replacement needs based on condition assessments that incorporated safety concerns alongside financial considerations.
- Mentored junior engineers by sharing technical expertise, fostering collaborative work environments, and promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Optimized cost management by regularly monitoring budgets, identifying potential overruns, and proposing adjustments as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations governing civil engineering practice to ensure compliant designs that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Delivered comprehensive design solutions through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on various civil engineering projects.
- Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
- Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
- Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
- Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
- Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
- Reviewed contractor submittals for adherence to technical specifications on construction projects.
- Collected and entered data, and applied technical principles and theories to assist in interpreting and analyzing data.
- Provided expertise on material selection, ensuring long-lasting performance of constructed assets while minimizing environmental impacts.
- Accompanied senior technical staff for on-site inspections during construction, learning how to communicate design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers.
- Compared investigation findings to relevant studies and federal regulations to assess compliance, drafting reports to document results and present findings.
- Implemented best practices in construction management, leading to safe working environments and minimal delays during execution phases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sankalchand Patel University
Visnagar, India01-2013
Skills
- Civil engineering design
- Structural analysis
- Project management
- Cost estimation
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Site inspections
- Environmental impact reduction
- Traffic management systems
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Construction supervision
- Contract negotiation
- Technical report writing
- Sustainable building practices
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Material selection expertise
- Client relations management
- AutoCAD
- Cost estimates
- Construction site management
- Construction management
- Attention to detail
- Quality control
- Construction materials
- Drawing review
- Microsoft excel, project, and Visio
- Team leadership
- Technical reports
- Civil engineering
- Project management experience
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Project estimation
- Concrete design
- Building code compliance
- Drainage systems
- Project budgeting
- Material cost projection
- Infrastructure management
- Project Support
- Interpreting blueprints
- Water resources management
- Load requirement analysis
- Proficiency in concrete construction
- Superior time management
- Material handling system techniques
- Operational analysis
- Stress analysis
- Compliance monitoring
Play Piano, Cricket
I love to play piano and cricket
Languages
Hindi
English
Gujarati
Timeline
Civil Engineer
Nirgun Developers
2022 - Current
Civil Engineer
Shiv Construction
2017 - 2022
Civil Engineer
Anand Garden Consultancy
2015 - 2017
Civil Engineer
Nootan Construction
2013 - 2015
Civil Engineer Trainee
Swati Procon
2013 - 2015
High School Diploma -
Sankalchand Patel University