Pratikkumar Pancholi

Enthusiastic Civil Site Engineer with 6 years experience and a master’s degree in construction engineering management. I can apply my experience to manage complex projects and cope with advanced software. I am highly motivated to tackle new challenges and excel in the construction industry in the UK.

Project manager/Cost Estimator (Internship) 

University Of East London (London, United Kingdom) (Jun 2023 ­– Dec 2023)

• Managed project procurement processes, including tenders, bids and contract negotiations, using standard UK construction contracts like JCT, FIDIC, and NEC.
• Developed cost, schedule and quality mitigation plans based on risk assessments, providing stakeholders with comprehensive cost reports and forecasts.
• Estimated project costs accurately using industry-standard estimating books like Spon's Architects' and Builders' Price Book 2024 and BCIS (Building Cost Information Service) Price Books, considering factors such as market prices, project specifications and local regulations.
• Identified cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and by analysing supplier prices, while ensuring quality was maintained throughout the project.
• Contributed to the management of a major project valued at £15 billion, demonstrating strong cost estimation and financial planning skills.

Maa Construction (Gujarat, India) (Mar 2019 – May 2022)

• Managed diverse construction projects, including residential developments, commercial buildings, road works, water infrastructure (tanks and storage sumps), RCC roads, and party plots.
• Supervised on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications, safety standards, and quality control measures across various project types.
• Liaised daily with government bodies to secure necessary approvals, permits, and certifications, facilitating smooth project progression and compliance with local regulations.
• Successfully managed projects with a total value of ₹40 million INR, demonstrating effective project management and resource allocation skills.

S P Infra Solution PVT. LTD. (Gujarat, India) (Jul 2017 – Feb 2019)

• Conducted various material testing at NABL-approved and in-house laboratories, overseeing quality control for a large-scale project including an 800M major bridge, 19 km state highway, 10 minor bridges, 6 box culverts and 15 HPC.
• Managed comprehensive inspections of critical components such as bitumen, water bound macadam (WBM), ground levels, subgrade, base course (BC), and dense bituminous macadam (DBM).
• Approved work progress on junctions, roads, sewage systems and tracks, while orchestrating efficient diversions and junction improvements throughout the highway project.
• Developed precise concrete mix designs and implemented robust safety plans.
• Facilitated daily communications with government officials and local stakeholders, securing timely approvals for project milestones.
• Provided detailed reports on design modifications necessitated by on-site conditions, ensuring project adaptability and compliance.
• Successfully managed a project valued at ₹33.8 million INR, demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills. 

Rock Wood Construction (Gujarat, India) (Aug 2016 – Jul 2017)

• Planned and coordinated daily activities for field staff, efficiently allocating tasks to optimize project workflow.
• Monitored fieldwork progress, conducting routine inspections to proactively identify and address potential issues or delays.
• Generated comprehensive periodic reports for management, detailing project status, challenges and recommendations for improvement.
• Successfully managed a project valued at ₹16.9 million INR, demonstrating effective project coordination and oversight.

University Of East London (London, United Kingdom) (May 2022 – Dec 2023)

MSc. Construction Engineering Management (with Industrial Placement)

Relevant Modules: Mental Wealth: Professional Life, Business Procurement and Contractual Practice, Environmental Sustainable Engineering & Logistics, Digital Construction & Building Information Modelling.

Dissertation: Role of Information Communication Technology (ICT) on Construction.

Lower second-class – 2:2 (59%)