Akash Sharma

Tunnel Engineer with 8+ years of experience in NATM-based underground construction, specializing in drill & blast excavation, support systems, and full tunnel lifecycle execution. Proven track record in delivering large-scale railway tunneling projects under challenging Himalayan geology with strong focus on safety, quality, and timely execution.

Supervisor – Civil Engineer (Tunnel) at LOMBARDI ENGINEERING INDIA PVT LTD (2021-06 – Present)

Construction of Tunnels, Bridges and formation works from Chainage 6+015 to 18+444 under Package-1 in connection with new BG line between Rishikesh and Karanprayag (125km) for Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd. (RVNL).

• Monitoring NATM method tunneling works in Himalayan geology with drill & blast method and mechanical excavation, ensuring effective tunnel construction.
• Executed pre-support systems such as pipe roofing, jet grouting, forepoling etc. based on geological conditions & rock class.
• Provided lining supervision, concreting supervision, and waterproofing supervision for tunnel works using PVC membrane and geotextile.
• Facilitated site execution of excavation cycles, ensuring strict adherence to approved GFC drawings, method statements, and technical specifications.
• Coordinated installation of primary support systems including rock bolts, shotcrete, lattice girders, and wire mesh.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve technical site execution challenges and ensure alignment with project quality standards and safety protocols.
• Managed grouting operations (PU, consolidation, contact grouting).
• Oversaw installation of drainage systems and waterproofing membranes.
• Demonstrated coordination skills, adhered to safety practices, implemented quality procedures, and led QA/QC coordination with contractor, client, safety and quality teams for smooth site operations.
• Conducting in-situ quality tests inspections and site reviews with concerned stakeholders.
• Responsible for progress reporting by producing daily progress reports, updating RFIs, maintaining quality documents, and briefing the manager.
• Ensuring strict adherence to construction IS codes and contract agreement.

Supervisor – Civil engineering at ARDANUY INDIA PVT LTD (2018-12 – 2021-05)

Construction of Two storey building for office of RAIL VIKAS NIGAM LIMITED at Rishikesh for Rail Vikas Nigam Limited.

Junior engineer (Structure) at ARADHANA BUILDERS PVT LTD (2017-09 – 2018-08)

Construction of Luxury Housing society named Ganga Vatika Retreat at Rishikesh.

B.Tech in Civil Engineering – Graphic Era University, Dehradun (2013 – 2017)

Class XII – Omkarananda Saraswati Nilayam (2013 – 2013)

Class X – Omkarananda Saraswati Nilayam (2011 – 2011)