SURESH KHURANA

• Led the Quality Management Group for 15+ years, contributing to diverse and complex projects in Generation, Distribution, and Transmission engineering.
• Key projects: Mica 5/6, Strathcona Stage 2, Kennedy Substation, Kootenay Canal spillway gates and spillway rehabilitation, Pocahontas Microwave Station, Arnott Substation, Precast Concrete supply for Distribution Engineering, Lake Buntzen Spillway Rehabilitation works, Ruskin Stage 1 and Stage 2, Ruskin Dam and Powerhouse Upgrade project, Ruskin Switchyard Station, Horne Payne substation rehabilitation works, GMS Dam upstream face Riprap Upgrade, PRES (Peace Region Electric Supply project), LNG Canada Load Interconnection project, Capilano Substation Upgrade project, Site C Transmission Line 5 & 6.
• Developed Project Quality Plans and managed multi disciplined audits and inspections to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Improved precast concrete product quality, reducing rejection rates to
• Published the Mass Concrete Guide for BC Hydro, ensuring quality assurance in mass concrete projects.
• Supported Quality Management in developing and implementing risk-based Quality Assurance strategies.
• Demonstrated strong mentorship and leadership skills, guiding new entrants and colleagues in maintaining project quality standards.
• Recognized for resolving non-conformities and chosen for new challenging projects due to extensive experience and expertise.
• Received multiple "Project of the Year" awards for contributions to successful projects.
• Successfully managed the Site C Transmission Lines 5 & 6 project, earning the "Large Project of the Year Award for 2022.

**KEY SKILLS**

• Qualified internal auditor with expertise in quality assurance tools and ISO 9001 procedures.
• Proficient in BCH procurement and Contract Management processes using SAP and PPM Systems.
• Effective collaboration with stakeholders, engineering, contractors, and consultants.
• Strong mentorship and leadership experience in fostering a quality-driven culture.

• Led Quality Assurance for the Sea to Sky Highway Project, ensuring compliance with design and specifications for various structures, including MSE Walls, Concrete Retaining walls, bridges, culverts, and highway construction.
• Developed and updated Quality Plans and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to maintain high-quality standards throughout the project.
• Initiated and closed Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for procedural or performance-based deficiencies, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Conducted audits of production units, adhering to CSA guidelines for concrete and manufacturing plants.
• Reviewed suitability and quality of construction materials, optimizing project performance.
• Ensured strict control over crusher productions, enhancing construction quality.
• Conducted technical audits of construction activities, identifying and rectifying potential shortcomings.
• Reviewed Concrete and Asphalt Mix Designs, ensuring optimal material composition and performance.

• Worked at Levelton Consultants Ltd. for over 5 years, gaining experience in material engineering (Pavement, asphalt, concrete, and soils) and geotechnical engineering.
• Provided consulting services for pavement design and construction management for various projects, including Willowbrook shopping center and BC MOTI Highway 15.
• Conducted quality control and material testing, reviewing concrete mix designs and suitability of materials according to CSA or ASTM procedures.
• Gained hands-on experience in conducting field tests and contributed to projects like Ootsa Lake Dam Spillway Construction and YVR Runway.
• Specialized in geotechnical engineering, conducting site reconnaissance, field investigations, and soil logging for foundation and road design.
• Wrote proposals and provided on-site solutions for geotechnical projects, including MSE retaining wall construction and land development.
• Contributed to key projects involving land development, road construction, and installation of BC Hydro substations.

• Ensured compliance with specifications for irrigation canals and structures, initiating NCRs for deviations.
• Led technical audits, ensuring strict quality conformance of irrigation projects.
• Oversaw rehabilitation projects, improving irrigation efficiency.
• Contributed to river protection works and hydraulic gates rehabilitation.
• Managed high-profile projects, ensuring successful implementation.
• Conducted sub-surface soil investigations and site inspections for canal structures.
• Coordinated with government agencies and stakeholders for seamless project delivery.
• Contributed to the rehabilitation and enhancement of irrigation infrastructure, including pump houses and barrage capacity expansion.
• Played a key role in silt clearance of Yamuna Canal and its distributaries, optimizing water flow and capacity.
• Led rehabilitation projects for WJC Canal and Cross Drainage works, improving water flow during monsoon season.
• Successfully implemented flood relief measures, increasing capacity and diverting excess water to protect the city from floods.
• Contributed to river protection works, ensuring sustainable infrastructure, and effectively managed rehabilitation of piers and bridge abutments at Delhi barrage.