Komal Kansara

Highly skilled Senior Civil/Structural Manager professional with 20+ years of experience in civil engineering with proven work experience and understanding of all aspects in the field. Excellent knowledge of design and visualization software such as STAAD PRO, MS Project, ETABS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and REVIT. Project management and supervision skills along with mid to senior level management experience.

Understanding of Project business case in the work environment such as productivity, schedule, work-hour control, innovation etc. Skilful in monitoring and inspecting work undertaken by contractors administering contracts. Proven multi-tasking capabilities with ability to plan prioritize and execute complex projects under aggressive timelines.

Sr. Structural Design Engineer - Current Company

• Prepare SOW, schematic general arrangement drawings, detail designs, cost estimates and Bill of quantity; performed Structural Computer Analysis as well as reviewed designs and drawings
• Made calculations about loads and stresses along with preparing reports, designs and drawings as well as selecting appropriate construction materials
• Provided technical advice; obtained planning and/or building regulations approval; liaised with relevant professional staff such as architects
• Plan & manage work, managing the financial aspects of the discipline, including man-hour estimates and margin goals
• Analysis and designing RCC and Structural steel structures for residential and commercial structures per Indian standards codes
• Analysis and designing RCC, Concrete masonry, Wood and Structural steel structures for residential and commercial structures per ASCE 7-16, ACI, AISI, and IBC standards
• Computer software STAAD-Pro, Etabs, SAFE, Tekla Tedds, Enercalc, Revit, Simpson anchor/connector, forte web etc. for analysis and drafting tool like AutoCAD, Bluebeam revu etc.
• Coordinating with engineering and drafting team to get optimum output as per project demands
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports

Project Coordinator - Hester Bioscience Limited - India

(2018-07 - 2022-12)

• Inspect and analyze the proposed construction projects to ensure feasibility of the projects and provide technical feedback for the same
• Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, supervisors, and the general work force involved in the project
• Coordinate with different disciplines like electrical, MEP, HVAC etc. to meet scope, cost, schedule and quality deadlines
• Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and other information
• Finalize a work order for materials and contractors and making cost effective solution and proposals for the intended projects
• Planning of work and efficiently organizing the plant and site facility in order to meet agreed deadlines
• Managing project management documents such as the project plan, budget, schedule or scope statement
• Monitoring project progress and creating project status reports for project, help prepare budgets & analyze risks and opportunities
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
• Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests

Lead Manager-Structural (Civil) - IPS Mehtalia Pvt. Ltd - Ahmedabad

(2010-04 - 2018-12)

• Work on Pharmaceutical plants like Finished dosage forms (tablets, liquids), or biologics (vaccines, cells) and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
• Prepare schematic general arrangement drawings & detail designs as well as perform structural computer analysis
• Manage a wide range of projects from small to large (commercial, residential, industrial, pharmaceutical/vaccine blocks); develop and enhance client relationships and earn repeat business
• Prepare cost estimates, Bill of quantity along with reviewing designs and drawings as well as coordinating with other disciplines/ client /contractor
• Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety, etc. and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required
• Manage a team of engineers, designers, and drafters; utilize and demonstrate business acumen; oversee and mentor staff and liaise with a variety of stakeholders
• Review and ensure quality designs are submitted to the clients; monitor progress and project status; manage budgets
• Plan & manage work, managing the financial aspects of the discipline, including man-hour estimates and margin goals
• Responsible for safety and a healthy environment on the projects, work as an efficient team with project management and other disciplines
• Design steel structure ware house, portal, pipe rack, etc. For pharmaceutical and other industries
• Major Infra projects for design of roads, Water related jobs like: Underground water tank, Sump-Pump house, ETP/STP plant, Culvert, Storm water drains

Structural Engineer - Al Hatmy Consulting Engineers - Oman

(2005-05 - 2009-12)

• Involved in development and implementation of activities such the latest technology and methods to improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity for the department
• Prepared schematic general arrangement drawings, detail designs, cost estimates and Bill of quantity; performed Structural Computer Analysis as well as reviewed designs and drawings
• Made calculations about loads and stresses along with preparing reports, designs and drawings as well as selecting appropriate construction materials
• Provided technical advice; obtained planning and/or building regulations approval; liaised with relevant professional staff such as architects

Structural Engineer - Dawood Engineering Consultancy - Oman

(2004-07 - 2005-05)

• Prepared schematic general arrangement drawings, detail designs, cost estimates and Bill of quantity; performed Structural Computer Analysis as well as reviewed designs and drawings
• Made calculations about loads and stresses along with preparing reports, designs and drawings as well as selecting appropriate construction materials
• Provided technical advice; obtained planning and/or building regulations approval; liaised with relevant professional staff such as architects

Structural Engineer - Multi Media Consultants Ltd - India

(2000-03 - 2004-07)

• Preparation of schematic general arrangement drawings
• Prepare detail designs
• Structural computer analysis
• Prepare cost estimates
• Prepare Bill of quantity
• Review of designs and drawings

M. Tech. - Structural Designing - C.E.P.T., School of Architect (2000 - 2000)

Bachelor - Civil Engineering - L. D. Engineering College (1998 - 1998)