Gagandeep Bajwa, P. Eng.
London,Canada
Summary
Project Manager with a solid foundation in geotechnical site investigations and team supervision. Proven ability to manage project budgets and timelines while ensuring quality control during construction. Effective communicator facilitating collaboration among clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Soil Engineers Ltd.
Mississauga, Canada
05.2021 - Current
- Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient project delivery
- Preparee proposals and cost estimates aligned with project scope, ensuring financial clarity and feasibility
- Facilitatee communication between clients, stakeholders, and project teams to maintain alignment and resolve project requirements
- Oversee geotechnical inspections, quality control, and construction activities for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects
- Provide technical guidance on engineered fill, sewer trench backfill, and road construction, including recommending alternative methods and materials
- Prepare and review geotechnical investigation reports to support design requirements and project compliance
- Review environmental and hydrogeological reports, along with construction drawings, to ensure adherence to design recommendations
- Monitor retaining wall construction to maintain safety and structural integrity
- Design and assess pavement structures for road construction projects
- Evaluate concrete and asphalt mix designs to ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications
- Train and mentor technicians and junior staff to enhance team performance and technical skills
- Support laboratory operations by ensuring accurate soil and concrete testing procedures
Field Inspector
Soil Engineers Limited
Mississauga, Canada
05.2018 - 04.2021
- Inspected footings and walls to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
- Conducted concrete field tests, including slump and air tests, to verify material quality.
- Perform field tests related to compaction using nuclear gauge and dynamic cone penetrometer.
- Perform laboratory testing such as proctor test, sieve analysis and concrete compressive strength testing.
- Analyzing drawings, geotechnical investigation reports and maintaining proper standards on field according to the drawings and recommendations.
- Compiled engineering reports detailing field data and analysis to support project decisions.
Field Technician (INTERN)
Roshan Real Estate Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi, India
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Compiled daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports and evaluations, ensuring alignment with planned schedules.
- Developed bar bending schedule and analyzed related documents, including drawings and plans, to ensure accuracy.
- Ensured quality standards for concrete and steel in all structural designs, contributing to project integrity.
Field Technician (INTERN)
Roshan Real Estates Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi, India
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Acquired hands-on experience in geotechnical field work, performing soil and concrete testing, ensuring material quality control, and implementing reinforcement procedures.
- Supported preparation of bar bending schedules and coordinated project logistics to facilitate timely delivery of materials and adherence to quality standards.
- Installed and maintained electrical systems across residential properties.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with building codes.
- Collaborated with contractors to coordinate project timelines and deliverables.
Education
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Windsor
Windsor04-2018
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College
Punjab, India05-2016
Skills
- Project Management & Budget Estimation
- Geotechnical Site Investigations & Borehole Logging
- Team Supervision and Training
- Field Inspection & Site Supervision
- Proposal Writing & Technical Documentation
- Material testing (Concrete, Asphalt, Soil)
Key Projects
Mclaughlin Road Widening & Sanitary Sewer Construction - Town of Caledon
- Prepared proposals and managed budget for geotechnical and material testing services during construction
- Coordinated with consultants, contractors, and municipal officials to ensure compliance with OPSS and town standards
- Reviewed soil bedding, concrete, and asphalt mix designs for sewer and roadway works
- Supervised field testing for deep trench backfill and road construction; tracked samples for laboratory analysis
- Conducted proof-roll inspections and certified road subgrade; reviewed coring and FWD testing results
Erin Glen Subdivision - Town of Erin
- Prepared cost estimates and proposals for geotechnical and material testing services
- Reviewed sewer bedding materials and construction practices per OPSS and municipal specifications
- Evaluated concrete and asphalt mix designs submitted by contractors
- Supervised field technicians and ensured proper sampling and testing during site servicing and road construction
- Performed proof-roll inspections and certified subgrade for subdivision roads
Bronte Green Subdivision and Regional Road 25 Widening - Town of Oakville
- Coordinated with project stakeholders to ensure compliance with municipal and OPSS standards
- Provided geotechnical recommendations for road widening and construction activities
- Conducted base asphalt inspections prior to paving and recommended corrective actions
Timeline
Project Manager
Soil Engineers Ltd.
05.2021 - Current
Field Inspector
Soil Engineers Limited
05.2018 - 04.2021
Field Technician (INTERN)
Roshan Real Estate Pvt. Ltd.
06.2016 - 02.2017
Field Technician (INTERN)
Roshan Real Estates Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 09.2015
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Windsor
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College