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Pankaj Upreti

Thunder Bay,Canada

Summary

Enthusiastic and detail-oriented Civil Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in site supervision, project coordination, surveying, and construction safety. Strong foundation in structural design, foundation engineering, and geotechnical analysis. Proficient in interpreting Ontario Building Code (OBC) and Wood Design Manual for structural compliance. Currently completing a Master of Science in Civil Engineering at Lakehead University, with a focus on advanced foundation engineering and sustainable infrastructure.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Production Team Lead

AGAT Laboratories
Thunder Bay, ON
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Supervised daily operations and enforced safety procedures in accordance with WHMIS and ISO standards.
  • Mentored technicians and optimized workflow for improved sample processing efficiency.
  • Performed QA/QC checks on laboratory samples to ensure data accuracy and procedural compliance.
  • Maintained detailed records of lab protocols, deviations, and quality control documentation for audits.
  • Conducted workplace inspections to ensure OSHA standards were met.

Shift Manager

McDonald’s
Thunder Bay, ON
02.2020 - 03.2022
  • Managed team schedules, inventory, and customer service during shift operations.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Site Engineer

TBKSS
Jhapa, Nepal
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Managed multiple civil engineering projects ensuring timely delivery and quality compliance.
  • Prepared feasibility studies, project cost estimates, and conducted risk mitigation.
  • Oversaw site inspections, construction progress, and stakeholder communication.
  • Evaluated material samples submitted by contractor for quality assurance purposes.
  • Prepared detailed engineering plans, drawings, and specifications for the project.

Technical Project Coordinator

Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
Damak, Nepal
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Executed infrastructure projects for refugee and host communities with stakeholder coordination.
  • Conducted topographic and layout surveys using total station and auto level for site planning.
  • Interpreted survey data to assist in road alignment, drainage design, and foundation placement.
  • Ensured safety compliance and supervised on-site construction and inspections.
  • Drafted reports, analyzed site data, and maintained timelines and budgets.

Engineering Student

Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
Damak, Nepal
04.2018 - 07.2018
  • Assisted senior engineers in inspections, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimation.
  • Participated in field surveying tasks including leveling, measurement, and layout marking.
  • Gained exposure to construction management, reporting, and safety enforcement.
  • Evaluated vendor quotations for accuracy and completeness prior to purchase orders being issued.

Education

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON
08.2025

Postgraduate Diploma - Engineering Business and Safety Management

Confederation College
Thunder Bay, ON
01.2021

Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering

Quest Infosys Foundation Group of Institutions
01.2018

Skills

Technical Skills:

  • Structural Design & Analysis (Concrete, Timber, FRP)
  • Ontario Building Code (OBC) & Wood Design Manual Interpretation
  • Geotechnical Investigation & Soil Behavior
  • Topographic Surveying (Total Station, Auto Level)
  • Cost Estimation & Quantity Surveying

Software and tools:

  • AutoCAD, MS Project
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Soft Skills:

  • Team Collaboration & Leadership
  • Report Writing & Communication
  • Workflow Optimization & Safety Awareness
  • Stakeholder communication

Certification

  • Associate Member: Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
  • Student Member: ITE & OSPE
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
  • Supervisor Health & Safety Awareness in 5 Steps
  • Ontario Worker Health and Safety Awareness
  • Facilities Management: Returning to the Workplace
  • Project Management Essentials - Management & Strategy Institute
  • Workflow Specialist Certificate - Asana

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Production Team Lead

AGAT Laboratories
10.2021 - 12.2023

Shift Manager

McDonald’s
02.2020 - 03.2022

Site Engineer

TBKSS
01.2019 - 08.2019

Technical Project Coordinator

Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
08.2018 - 12.2018

Engineering Student

Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
04.2018 - 07.2018

Master of Science - Civil Engineering

Lakehead University

Postgraduate Diploma - Engineering Business and Safety Management

Confederation College

Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering

Quest Infosys Foundation Group of Institutions
Pankaj Upreti