Dipesh Niraula

Experience

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  Lalitpur Metropolitan City

  Nov 2018 - Jan 2019

  Civil Engineering Intern
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  UNOPS

  Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

  Field Supervisor

  Under reconstruction Project "Seismic Retrofitting of Rural Housing in Nepal"

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  Build Change

  Apr 2019 - Dec 2019

  Civil Engineer

  As a site supervisor for retrofitting houses, I ensured adherence to design specifications and quality standards. I reported work progress step-by-step using the "Fieldsight" app and maintained workplace safety in line with SOPs. I coordinated with local and municipal governments for approvals and progress updates, conducted surveys of new houses, and sent detailed reports to the design team using the Fieldsight app. Additionally, I visited local vendors to collect material rates and supported the supervisor with rate analysis. Show less

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  Rural Development Centre Nepal

  Dec 2019 - Nov 2020

  Civil Engineer

  As a civil engineer for the construction of a 300-cubic-meter, 30-meter-tall overhead water distribution tank, I meticulously studied drawings and plans to ensure all quality standards and requirements were met. I conducted concrete slump and cube tests to maintain quality assurance. My role involved facilitating meetings with stakeholders at the ward and municipality levels, undertaking surveys, supporting new project designs and estimates, and assisting in the construction of the water distribution system. Show less

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  Shanti Jana Adarsha Sewa Kendra (SJASK)

  Nov 2020 - Mar 2022

  Technical Lead

  As a Technical lead, I have provided leadership and guidance to a technical team comprising three Civil Engineers, nine Sub-Engineers, and over 60 Sub-Overseers/Craftsmen in housing construction, WASH schemes, and community infrastructure development. I supported the technical team with surveying, designing, drafting plans, elevations, and sectional drawings using AutoCAD, as well as preparing estimations and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for residential houses. My responsibilities included conducting prefeasibility and feasibility surveys, designing, estimating, and preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPR) for rural water supply schemes (gravity flow and solar lift). I also prepared bid documents, performed rate analysis, organized pre-bid and bid opening meetings, and prepared offer letters and contract documents. Additionally, I developed project schedules, compiled detailed progress reports and case studies on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, and coordinated regular stakeholder meetings to assess risks, share updates, and discuss future steps. I conducted regular technical team meetings to address field issues and promote information sharing, performed frequent field monitoring for quality assurance, supported the technical team in preparing concrete mix designs and conducting strength and workability tests, and collaborated with the admin and finance team to ensure timely vendor payments. Show less

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  Renewable World

  Apr 2022 - Jul 2023

  Regional Technical Officer

  I have conducted prefeasibility and feasibility surveys, and have designed and prepared Detailed Project Reports (DPR) for rural water supply schemes, agricultural product collection centers, and multipurpose water collection ponds. My proficiency with AutoCAD has enabled me to draft comprehensive plans, elevations, and sectional drawings. I have managed project schedules, performed quantity surveying, and prepared estimations for various site operations. My responsibilities included preparing bid documents, conducting rate analysis, organizing pre-bid and bid opening meetings, and preparing offer letters and contract documents. I assembled and coordinated project teams, conducted regular material testing, and compiled detailed progress reports. My role also involved coordinating stakeholder meetings, assisting field technicians and site supervisors, developing SOPs and checklists for inspections, and addressing execution errors promptly. I have prepared concrete mix designs, conducted strength and workability tests, supported renewable energy technology initiatives, supervised water, soil, and Electric Resistivity Tests (ERT), and overseen projects in construction/technical part, ensuring accountability for all work performed. Show less