Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 22 years of experience in environmental and civil engineering, the expert specializes in water and wastewater infrastructure, hydraulic design, and environmental assessments. They have successfully led international projects in the USA, UK, and Middle East, managing multidisciplinary teams and developing solutions to maintain project schedules and budgets. Proficient in software such as WaterCAD and AutoCAD, the expert has executed projects like the City of Escanaba Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements. Responsibilities have included roles such as Engineering Manager and Senior Civil Engineer, focusing on design, feasibility studies, and comprehensive project management.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors, including the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank. Their involvement spans project implementation, feasibility studies, and environmental assessments in infrastructure and sanitation sectors. They have managed significant projects like the Punjab Rural Water Supply & Sanitation Project and the Uttarakhand Urban Sector Development Investment Program, both national in scope and located in India, particularly in regions like Punjab and Uttarakhand.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including environment and natural resource management, civil engineering, and water and sanitation. Previously held roles such as Engineering Manager, Senior Civil Engineer, and Project Manager, with responsibilities in hydraulic design, environmental assessments, and project management. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating environmental considerations into infrastructure projects. The geographic scope of their work includes regional projects in India and international assignments in the USA, UK, and Bahrain. This extensive geographic experience has provided deep familiarity with regional development issues, particularly in water and wastewater infrastructure, contributing to projects funded by international donors.

Languages and education

With a background in linguistic proficiency, the expert is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi. These language skills have been utilized in professional contexts, including international projects and collaboration with multilingual teams across countries like the USA, UK, and Bahrain.

The expert holds a Master of Science in Urban Water and Environmental Management from the University of Abertay Dundee, Scotland, UK, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Sardar Patel University, India. Additionally, they are certified as an Internal Auditor for ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004.