Nirav Patel (Asct, B.Tech.) Email & Phone Number

Canada

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

-Utilize Civil 3D for precise and detailed drafting in the fields of geomatics, surveying, and construction.-Skilled in handling diverse projects involving bathymetric data, UAV flight data, and conducting volumetric calculations, surface comparisons, and material tracking.-Communicate and coordinate with team members to ensure the timely delivery of the deliverables (Recursive Deliverables happening at different interval monthly, bi-weekly, weekly and other special requests)-Experience in performing volume calculations, surface comparisons, and terrain analysis using advanced CAD tools and Veerum environment, providing valuable insights for earthwork estimation, slope analysis, etc. (Challenge is that the site is constantly changing day and night)-Skills involved - Profiles, Sections, Alignment, PointCloud, Orthos, etc.-Skilled in processing and integrating bathymetric data acquired through hydrographic surveys with topographic data coming from UAV-Collaborating closely with surveyors, engineers, and directly with project managers to ensure seamless integration of survey data and accurate representation in CAD drawings-Utilize industry standards and best practices to produce high-quality drawings that meet project specifications and requirements-Continue past duties as Photogrammetric Lead-Continue past duties as Survey Tech and Pilot occasionally

**I do this just out of my passion and ideas running in my brain, I'm putting it here as it requires extensive knowledge about the industry and photogrammetry and so considering here as an experience I gather along my career path.Please note I am NOT providing any services related to it.-Develop Python codes to automate standard workflow to process photogrammetric (from UAV) data using Agisoft Metashape, a leading photogrammetry software-Develop custom scripts to streamline data processing, 3D modeling, and image reconstruction workflows in Agisoft Metashape by enhancing/utilizing its capabilities and aim to increase productivity-Strong understanding of photogrammetry principles and techniques, leveraging Python to automate complex tasks, including image alignment, GCP inclusion, marker detection, point cloud generation, and mesh reconstruction, -Knowledgeable in utilizing Agisoft Metashape's API and SDK to extend its capabilities, creating tailored solutions for specific project requirement-Strong problem solving skills -Proactive in staying up to date with the latest advancements in photogrammetry, computer vision, and Python libraries, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance automation processes in Agisoft Metashape

British Columbia, Canada

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

General:Lead the various kind of photogrammetric surveys on site C (Geological mapping, Underground mapping, different UAV flights)Determine the method of data collection according to required accuracy (and vice-versa)Equipment maintenance (regular cleaning, store safely, inspection for any defects, etc.)Update and maintain UAV targets all across the site (office perspective)Develop the UAV data collection and processing standards (doc with all the details of the periodic surveys to follow throughout the year)Plan and perform calibration flights to determine processing reference parametersQuality control of UAV data processing:Develop the appropriate UAV processing workflow to meet the standards established for clientHelp processors troubleshooting the errors in photogrammetric softwareInvestigating the factors affecting the accuracy and help team to apply the potential solutionUAV data management (tracking and maintaining the data structure and back up for 100s of flights)Geological mapping surveys in Dam Core areas: Method to collect data without using drones where drones are unsafe to usedevelop data collecting guidelines for the crew to perform surveys (drone-like but not drone)Maintain the data collection quality with terrain and other challengesModify and Monitor the processing data to achieve the same quality every time

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

- providing solutions to repetitive coordinate derivation from stationing and offset values provided with the alignments in DXF or any such formats- developing 'Stationing/Offset To Coordinates' function from manual alignments- website development using different computer languages- AWS web hosting- Software development and designing the workflow- idea to practicality assessment and derive the cost estimation- planning, executing, commitment, analysis

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

Lead the mapping surveys for the boreholes in right bank for the foundation enhancement which includes ensuring safety of crews and equipment. Consistent data capture in inconsistent conditions of the borehole, problem solving and decision making within given timeframe Post-processing and troubleshooting for the data collected (photogrammetric) Keep innovating the current system for obtaining underground data, by applying the solutions to the problems as they ariseKeep improving the established data processing workflow to deliver consistent productsWrite and continue to improve the data collection method (Field survey procedure)Write and continue to improve the data processing method (Office job procedure)

Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada

Field Activities:- maintaining and updating UAV targets - perform stake out surveys in foundation area (congested) - Performed Hill slope monitoring survey with SX10- Stake out requested as-builts- Terrestrial scanning of bedrocks, excavated walls, etc. using SX10 for collecting 2cm sparse point cloud (faced challenges - uneven ground, varying extent and size of area, all with other obstacles) (near water, steep areas and busy)- Closed loop survey (Star*net)

Site C, Bc

BC Hydro Dam Project - Ft. Saint John, BC- Interpret field returns in order to create accurate survey drawings and legal plans, which will include downloading and editing field data, interpreting field notes and sketches, and processing data from various sources (conventional, GNSS, UAV, laser scanning, etc.)- Take instructions from the project manager for the performance of tasks- Refer UAV Flight Planning and Field Notes for tracking processed jobs, Files and document management using and maintaining both physical and digital field notes of various types- Have thorough understanding of planning and filling out various safety forms depending on the task- Create and update company procedure documents for TBC and Agisoft Processing- Assist to manage emails using Outlook and manage tasks using Calendar, Teams and MS excel spreadsheets in order to work out challenging projects and dynamic daily schedule- Keep track of 1000s of scan jobs and field notes and handle large amount of data to meet the specific deadlines- Classify scans based on its location on large site, elevation and material type of scanned surface in order to visualize the progress of Dam structure and extract useful information out of it which can further be used in order to fabricate the final deliverables for the client (Autodesk Navisworks, Autodesk Recap)- process UAV data in Agisoft - QC Check processed data from other offices

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• Provide individualized skill-development tutoring to assigned students• Attend and complete online tutoring training and development session• Develop a good understanding and knowledge of college services, supports, and resources• Prepare for tutoring sessions by reviewing any notes, handouts, and/or bookwork• Be punctual, begin all sessions promptly, use time for academic tasks, and focus on the student’s needs• Help students set academic and personal goals, and monitor progress toward those goals

Gujarat, India

Computed and interpreted plan to determine the position, shapes and elevation of the feature on the ground.Maintained and updated AutoCAD drawings, quantity estimation sheets and reports keeping senior engineer updated of daily site work.

Gujarat, India

Conducted the laboratory tests to pass acceptable materials supplied to the siteCollaborating with Project Manager to keep records of checked in and out materials Labor attendance reportChecking and updating Engineering DrawingsPrepared a final report and presentation for the company work during the period of internship

Diploma, Geomatics Engineering Technology, 3.8/4.0

Activities and Societies: National Geomatics Competition 2020 Participant (University of Waterloo) Capstone Project - SOLAR RADIATION.

Bachelor Of Technology - Btech, Civil Engineering

Activities and Societies: Gave a seminar for the topic of World Trade Center Structural Proof Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer.

Metashape Professional Edition For Forensics Surveying, Photogrammetry, Pass