About Saraswati Chandra

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About Me

Profile Summary

I am Saraswati Chandra, a highly enthusiastic, efficient, and innovative Civil Engineer with more than 10 years of proven success in various Civil Engineering departments. I have successfully managed projects exceeding 5000 Cr in Highways, Railways and High-Speed Rail, consistently delivering within specified time frames and with a high degree of excellence. A keen learner, I regularly update my skills to stay abreast of the latest technologies and methodologies, ensuring the efficient delivery of my assignments.

I am proficient in multiple Civil Engineering software and tools, allowing for better representation and explanation of duties, and the quick resolution of analytical problems. My extensive knowledge across various fields of Civil Engineering enables me to contribute effectively to site works related to formation, building, and bridge works. As a hard-working and smart-working engineer, I perform organizational tasks with respect and professionalism, contributing to the achievement of company missions by aligning with their visions.

Proficiency

  • Contract Management & Technical Correspondence
  • Bill of Quantity Preparation, Estimation, Rate Analysis & Project Costing
  • Cross Sections & Longitudinal Sections using AutoCAD, Road Estimator, ESurvey, Calquan & Civil 3D
  • Good for Construction Drawings using AutoCAD
  • Interim Payment Certificates Preparation with Abstract Sheets, Measurement Sheets, and Price Escalation Calculations
  • Bar Bending Schedules & Steel Reinforcement Quantity Calculation
  • Planning & Scheduling of Activities with Baseline Tracking
  • Change in Scope Management, Administrative Approval, Payment Claims, Detailed BOQ Preparation, and Costing
  • Progress Reports for Graphical Representation of Targets & Balance Works
  • Alignment Designing using Civil 3D & Open Rail/Road Designer

Projects

Final Alignment Design for Varanasi-Howrah High-Speed Rail Corridor

  • Role: Senior Alignment Design Engineer
  • Client: National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL)
  • Responsibilities: Horizontal & Vertical Alignment Design using Civil 3D & Open Rail Designer, LIDAR Data, Plan & Profile Creation, Construction Drawings, BOQ, Interim Payment Certificates, Variation Statements, EoT Documentations, Technical Reports, Meetings with NHSRCL Officers & State Agencies.

Six Laning of Varanasi-Aurangabad Section of NH-2

  • Role: Manager – Highways
  • Client: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
  • Responsibilities: Project & Contract Management, Technical Correspondence, Project Scheduling using Primavera P6, MS Project & Calquan, Construction Supervision, Bid Evaluations, Tender Document Preparation.

Railway Doubling Line between Majorda and Vasco Da Gama

  • Role: Civil Expert
  • Client: Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL)
  • Responsibilities: Construction Supervision, Quality Assurance, Cross Sections & Longitudinal Sections Preparation, Drainage Ensuring, Material Approval, Layer Classification.

Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor in Bihar

  • Role: Field Quantity Surveyor
  • Client: Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL)
  • Responsibilities: Viaduct & Rail Flyover Construction, Bridge Supervision, Staff Quarters, Formation Works, Cross Sections & Longitudinal Sections Preparation.

Bihta-Sarmera Road (SH-78)

  • Role: Assistant Engineer – Planning & Billing
  • Client: Bihar State Road Development Corporation Limited (BSRDCL)
  • Responsibilities: Interim Payment Certificates, Bar Bending Schedules, Earthwork & Structural Quantities Calculation, Progress Reports Preparation.

Bagi-Barbigha Road (SH-83)

  • Role: Assistant Engineer – Planning & Billing
  • Client: Bihar State Road Development Corporation Limited (BSRDCL)
  • Responsibilities: Interim Payment Certificates, Bar Bending Schedules, Progress Reports Preparation, Cross Sections & Longitudinal Sections Preparation.

Education

  • Bachelor of Technology – Civil Engineering
    • University: Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla
    • Passing Year: 2014
    • Marks Obtained: 72.9%

Technical Skills

  • Operating Systems: Windows 98, XP, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 & 11
  • Software Proficiency:
    • MS Office (2007/10/16/19)
    • Autodesk AutoCAD (2014-24)
    • Infycons Road Estimator
    • ESurvey 13.5
    • Calquan
    • Autodesk Civil 3D (2019-2023)
    • Bentley Open Rail/Road CE 2021
    • MS Project (2013-2016)
    • Oracle Primavera P2
    • Autodesk Revit (2014-23)
    • Autodesk 3Ds Max (2014-23)
    • Global Mapper 23.0, ArcGIS (10.1-10.7)

Personal Details

  • Father’s Name: Dr. Krishan Murari Krishan
  • Date of Birth: 19-11-1992
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Permanent Address: C/o Sh. Vasudev Mishra, Pariyari, Arwal, Bihar – 804426
  • Extra Activities: Blogging, Android Application & Web Development
  • Hobbies: Cricket, Music, Movies, Programming Languages

Contact Information

  • Address: VPO Pariyari, District Arwal, Bihar, India – 804426
  • Email: info@saraswatichandra.in
  • Contact Number: +91 – 88776 – 00813

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