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Saurav Bhuva

Summary

  • 2+ years of progressive experience in variety of bridge, culverts, and tunnel projects for construction and inspection
  • Confident, articulate, and professional speaking abilities
  • Proficient in applying building codes like OBC (Ontario Building Code), OPSS, OPSD, OSIM, OHSA and OTM Book 7 for regulatory compliance in construction.
  • Pavement Inspection Specialist: Execute ASTM-compliant inspections, informing annual repair budgets for efficient pavement maintenance strategies.
  • Software: AutoCAD 2D & 3D, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, SAP2000, STADD Pro.
  • Ability to read and interrelate construction drawings, detailed specifications.
  • Skilled in MS Office, Excel, Power point, technical report writing and presentation.
  • Excellent oral and written communicational skills; excellent team member with well-developed problem solving and organizational skills to plan and prioritize work.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work History

Project Co-ordinator

HAL group INC.
02.2024 - Current
  • Coordinate and oversee multiple bridge, culverts, and tunnel projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards
  • Collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal teams, to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, allocate resources, and monitor progress to identify and address potential issues proactively
  • Facilitate effective communication among project team members, providing guidance, support, and resolving conflicts as needed to ensure project success
  • Prepare and present project status reports, updates, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders
  • Streamlined project management processes by implementing new organizational tools and software.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Currently, I am actively working under the guidance of two licensed Professional Engineers (P.Eng.) to successfully execute engineering projects

Site Inspector

HAL group INC.
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw evaluations and surveys for deteriorating structures, including bridges, culverts, and retaining walls, ensuring compliance with rehabilitation and inspection protocols
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections and tests for 45 bridges, including high-profile projects such as 407 EB & WB, 401, Canada-US international border Kingston, GTAA structures (bridges, culverts & infield tunnel), and Credit River bridge
  • Evaluated retaining walls and inspected 230+ culverts across Ontario
  • Conducted PCI inspections on 200+ flexible and rigid pavements for Walmart across Canada, adhering to ASTM specifications and prepared comprehensive technical reports
  • Compiled comprehensive technical reports through meticulous analysis of field findings and lab results, aligning seamlessly with the guidelines outlined in the Rehabilitation Manual
  • Utilized Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methodologies, particularly Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), to accurately locate reinforcement and utility placements within concrete structures
  • Applied engineering principles to calculate the degree of structure deterioration, encompassing aspects such as chloride levels, half-cell potentials, corrosion rates, carbonation depth, delamination, air void content, and compressive strength
  • Improved project efficiency by effectively communicating inspection findings to relevant parties.
  • Enhanced site safety by conducting thorough inspections and promptly addressing potential hazards.

Civil Site Engineer

Nilkanth Construction
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Scope of the Work: Design and Construction of Pile Foundations, PSE Girders, Minor Bridge, Major Bridge & Formation Works
  • Client Coordination - Coordinating with client, taking approvals from Client for execution of days 'work
  • Collaborate with other relevant parties, departments, and team members in coordinating the design aspect of a project
  • Execution of work as per drawings & Specifications - Interpretation of Blueprints and executing the work as per drawings, Supervision
  • Ensuring Proper Execution of civil works (Pile, Pile Cap, Pier, Pier cap, Girder with deck slab) as per drawing and specification
  • Assist the Project Manager and Site Supervisor in managing contracts and implementing modifications and work schedules
  • Documentation - Maintaining various Documents such as RFI, DPR, Site Order book, Steel Register, MB etc
  • Reduced construction costs through effective negotiation with suppliers and subcontractors.

Education

Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) -

University of Windsor
12.2023

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) -

Gujarat Technological University
08.2020

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Personnel Management
  • Budget Preparation
  • Technical Analysis
  • Technical report writing
  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Construction supervision
  • Operations leadership

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Working at height
  • WHMIS
  • Subway Contractors Track Level - TTC
  • Personal Track Safety - Metrolinx
  • Aerial Work Platform
  • Bucket Truck Training
  • CPR/ AED / First Aid

Timeline

Project Co-ordinator

HAL group INC.
02.2024 - Current

Site Inspector

HAL group INC.
01.2023 - 02.2024

Civil Site Engineer

Nilkanth Construction
07.2020 - 08.2021

Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering) -

University of Windsor

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) -

Gujarat Technological University

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