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Er. Rahul Gautam

Civil Engineer • Bhadrapur, Jhapa, Nepal • r*************@gmail.com • +97********772 • drivetube.ai/•••••

Professional Summary

Civil Engineer with 10+ years of experience in building construction, road works, water supply infrastructure, surveying, seismic retrofitting and quality control across government and donor-funded projects (ADB, UNOPS). Skilled in detailed engineering survey, construction supervision, BOQ/running-bill verification, working drawings and ensuring compliance with the Nepal Building Code.

Technical Skills

Tools and Methodologies: AutoCAD,SW Road,SW Road V2 Professional,SWDTM,MS Excel,MS Word,PowerPoint
Design & Analysis: Structural design,Seismic retrofitting,Pre-engineered buildings PEB design,Truss design and detailing
Construction & Site Management: Construction supervision,Quality control & inspection,Site staff mobilization,Running bill preparation and quantity verification
Surveying & Geospatial: Total Station,GPS surveying,Theodolite surveys,Level instruments,Centerline and cross-section layout
Roads, Pavement & Drainage: Sub-base and base works,Asphalt concrete and DBST paving,Slurry seal and SBSD surface works,Culverts, box,slab culverts and drainage design
Water Supply & Hydraulic Structures: Rapid sand filters RSF,Sedimentation and flocculation tanks,Overhead and reservoir tanks,HDPE, UPVC and Hume pipe installation
Materials & Structural Works: RCC and PCC works,Masonry and gabion retaining walls,Concrete and formwork execution,Bio-engineering slope stabilization
Standards, Contracts & Compliance: Nepal Building Code compliance,ADB and UNOPS project procedures,Government contract supervision,Contract documentation and bill processing

Work Experience

Reliance Spinning Mills Ltd.
Nepal
Engineer
Feb 2023 – Sept 2025
Manufacturing site construction and infrastructure upgrades; performed detailed survey, design coordination and construction supervision for buildings, PEB and site roads ensuring compliance with Nepal Building Code.
Tech Stack: AutoCAD, Total Station, GPS, Theodolite, Level instruments, MS Excel, SW Road
  • Supervised construction of RCC buildings, Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB), trusses and flooring works; enforced Nepal Building Code standards during site execution to maintain structural compliance and safety.
  • Led detailed engineering surveys and produced working drawings using AutoCAD and surveying instruments to guide foundation, column and roof framing works for factory structures.
  • Managed technical and non-technical site teams for daily construction activities, coordinating schedules and labor to maintain continuous site progress.
  • Prepared and verified running bills and quantities for contractor payments; ensured accurate measurement and documentation for financial control.
  • Conducted site quality control inspections and material acceptance checks for concrete, formwork and reinforcement to reduce rework and defects.
  • Coordinated road works on-site (sub-base, base and concrete works) including layout, compaction checks and surface finishing to support plant operations.
Ananta Nirman and Suppliers Co. Pvt. Ltd.
Morang, Nepal
Engineer
Jan 2021 – Dec 2022
Civil contractor executing municipal road, drainage and bus park infrastructure under DUDBC contracts; responsible for supervision and quality control of road and drainage works.
Tech Stack: Total Station, AutoCAD, GPS, Theodolite, MS Excel
  • Supervised construction of blacktopped roads, drains and bus park structures ensuring alignment with contract drawings and DUDBC specifications.
  • Oversaw installation of pipe culverts, slab and box culverts, gabion walls and masonry works; verified workmanship and material conformity to project standards.
  • Executed centerline fixing and cross-section surveys using Total Station to control geometric alignment and earthworks profiling.
  • Monitored sub-base and base layer preparation, compaction and paving operations (DBST and asphalt) to meet pavement performance criteria.
  • Prepared running bills, measured works against BOQ items and coordinated client approvals to expedite payments and maintain cashflow.
  • Implemented slope stabilization and bio-engineering measures at drainage cuttings to reduce erosion and improve roadside safety.
Rolling Plan Pvt. Ltd. (NGO)
Nepal
Engineer
Nov 2019 – Apr 2020
NGO-led infrastructure and community development projects; provided survey, design support and supervision for rural housing and small civil works.
Tech Stack: Total Station, AutoCAD, MS Excel, Level instruments
  • Conducted detailed engineering surveys and design coordination for community housing and small-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Supervised retrofitting and new construction of rural housing to improve earthquake resistance under Nepal Building Code guidelines.
  • Mobilized and supervised local technical staff, ensuring adherence to technical drawings and construction schedules.
  • Prepared and managed working drawings and site documentation to support construction activities and donor reporting.
  • Verified running bills and quantity computations to align contractor payments with delivered works.
  • Monitored quality control checklists and materials testing during construction to ensure long-term durability of structures.
UNOPS (INGO)
Sindhupalchowk, Nepal
Engineer / Technical Officer
Oct 2018 – Apr 2019
UNOPS-managed retrofitting and rural housing programs in post-disaster regions; responsibilities focused on survey, design, supervision and quality assurance.
Tech Stack: Total Station, AutoCAD, GPS, MS Excel
  • Supervised seismic retrofitting and new rural housing construction to UNOPS and national standards; ensured structural safety and compliance with the Nepal Building Code.
  • Performed detailed engineering surveys and produced structural working drawings to guide retrofitting interventions.
  • Implemented and monitored quality control processes and checklists for materials and workmanship at remote sites.
  • Coordinated mobilization of technical teams and local contractors to maintain project timelines under challenging field conditions.
  • Prepared and verified running bills and as-built documentation for donor and government review.
  • Provided technical guidance and training to local masons and site supervisors on retrofitting techniques and quality expectations.
Kalika Municipality (DUDBC project)
Sunsari / Morang, Nepal
Engineer
Aug 2017 – Mar 2018
Municipal infrastructure works under Department of Urban Development & Building Construction (DUDBC); supervised road, drainage and retaining structures within municipality limits.
Tech Stack: Total Station, AutoCAD, Theodolite, MS Excel
  • Supervised construction of bus park infrastructure, drainage networks and pavement works to meet municipal service requirements.
  • Managed installation of Hume pipes, precast manholes, inlets and roadside drains ensuring correct invert levels and connections.
  • Monitored construction of gabion and masonry retaining walls for slope protection and roadside safety.
  • Carried out centerline layouts and cross-section surveys for road and drainage alignment control using surveying instruments.
  • Checked site quality, verified contractor measurements and prepared running bills for municipal approval and release.
  • Coordinated with municipal engineers and stakeholders to resolve design clarifications and maintain project schedules.
ARSOW, Nepal (NGO)
Nepal
Sub-Engineer
Jan 2017 – Jun 2017
NGO-led rural road and infrastructure works; responsibilities included site supervision, surveying and quality monitoring on hill road projects.
Tech Stack: Theodolite, Total Station, Level instruments, MS Excel
  • Supervised hill road construction activities including side drains, culverts, gabion works and sub-base layers to maintain alignment and safety.
  • Monitored strict alignment parameters and implemented corrective actions during earthworks and pavement placement.
  • Conducted field surveys for centerline fixing and cross-sections to guide earthwork and drainage execution.
  • Verified contractor field bills and prepared measurement records for project accounting.
  • Ensured conformance to material and workmanship specifications during semi-grouting and asphalt operations.
  • Documented quality inspection reports and communicated nonconformities to contractors for corrective action.
Tianjin-Tundi JV
Nepal
Sub-Engineer
Mar 2016 – Dec 2016
Joint-venture road construction projects on hill sections; focused on supervision of pavement, drainage and slope protection works.
Tech Stack: Total Station, Level instruments, MS Excel, AutoCAD
  • Supervised asphalt concrete laying, slurry seal and SBSD surface works on hill road sections to project compaction and finish standards.
  • Managed installation of pipe culverts, masonry drainage and stone retaining structures to protect carriageways from erosion.
  • Conducted cross-section surveys and alignment checks to confirm earthworks and pavement geometric accuracy.
  • Monitored contractor QA processes for materials and compaction to reduce rework and ensure durability.
  • Prepared field measurement records and supported running bill compilation for joint-venture contract administration.
  • Coordinated with resident engineers to plan daily activities and material deliveries for uninterrupted works.
Singha & Brothers / Rajdhani JV
Nepal
Sub-Engineer
May 2015 – Jan 2016
Road maintenance and construction contracts involving culverts, gabions and pavement to local government specifications.
Tech Stack: Theodolite, Total Station, MS Excel, Level instruments
  • Supervised construction of pipe, slab and box culverts, vented causeways and associated drainage to maintain roadway hydraulic performance.
  • Oversaw sub-base and base preparation, compaction tests and material placement to achieve pavement design parameters.
  • Conducted centerline fixing and cross-section surveys to control grading and earthwork quantities.
  • Administered site quality inspections and ensured compaction and concrete curing procedures were followed.
  • Prepared site measurement records and assisted in bill of quantity verifications for contractor payments.
  • Implemented slope stabilization measures and monitored gabion installations to protect embankments.
Kancharam / Jyoti / Rajdhani JV
Nepal
Sub-Engineer
Aug 2014 – Apr 2015
Road construction projects with focus on base/slurry/asphalt works and drainage structures on regional routes.
Tech Stack: Theodolite, Total Station, MS Excel, AutoCAD
  • Managed execution of base course preparation, semi-grouting and asphalt concrete placement to specified thickness and compaction standards.
  • Supervised stone masonry retaining walls and drainage masonry installation to ensure structural stability.
  • Carried out field bill computations and maintained accurate measurement records for contractor invoicing.
  • Monitored quality of materials and workmanship on-site to reduce defects and maintain project standards.
  • Performed centerline and cross-section surveys to guide pavement layer profiles and drainage alignment.
  • Coordinated daily site operations with contractors and material suppliers to sustain work continuity.
Kancharam / Jyoti / Rajdhani JV
Nepal
Sub-Engineer
Jan 2014 – Jun 2014
Earlier contract phase for regional road works involving earthworks, drainage and pavement supervision.
Tech Stack: Total Station, Level instruments, MS Excel, Theodolite
  • Conducted survey layouts and supervised earthworks for alignment control across contract chainages.
  • Supervised installation of culverts and side drains to ensure proper roadway drainage and longevity.
  • Monitored compaction and material placement during sub-base/base layer construction to meet specifications.
  • Prepared daily progress reports and assisted senior engineers with bill of quantity measurements.
  • Enforced site safety and workmanship standards during concrete and masonry operations.
  • Engaged with contractors to resolve technical issues and maintain project timelines.
Thodung / Lohani / Singha & Brothers JV
Nepal
Sub-Engineer
Aug 2012 – Dec 2013
Early-career road construction and maintenance contracts focused on hill road sections with strict alignment and quality requirements.
Tech Stack: Theodolite, Total Station, Level instruments, MS Excel
  • Supervised maintenance and construction of hill road sections including side drains, culverts and sub-base works.
  • Ensured alignment accuracy and executed centerline fixing and cross-section surveys for earthworks and pavement control.
  • Monitored compaction, asphalt laying and finishing works to deliver specified surface quality.
  • Conducted routine quality checks and documented nonconformities to support corrective actions.
  • Maintained site measurement and bill computation records to assist contract administration.
  • Supported senior engineers during site inspections and implemented recommended remedial measures.

Education

Eastern College of Engineering (EASCOLL), Biratnagar, Nepal
Bachelor in Civil Engineering • Biratnagar, Nepal
Purwanchal Campus (ERC), Tribhuvan University, Dharan, Nepal
Diploma in Civil Engineering • Dharan, Nepal
H.M.G. Board, Nepal
SLC • Nepal

Certifications

Nepal Engineering Council Registration No. 22173 — Nepal Engineering Council

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