Ramesh D. Email & Phone Number

Canada

445 Admiral Blvd

• Checking aggregate and granular material gradation as per OPSS specification (Granular A, B select sub-grade etc.) and using it in designing different fill for backfilling and subgrade preparations in roadworks.• Responsible for soil index properties including soil classification, grain size and moisture content.• Actual compaction and density tests in the field using nuclear densometer and preparation and interpretation of soil moisture characteristics by performing tests in lab: Proctor Test (soil – moisture density relationship)• Calculation and data reduction from laboratory test results, report preparation for aggregate, concrete, and soil samples.• Calibration of equipment for soil, aggregate and concrete tests. Keeping records and maintain periodic calibration charts.• Concrete testing as per CSA (Compressive strength, slump, air-meter) and verification of final data as per specification.• Preparation of granular material compaction reports (Engineering fill, low strength U-fill, backfill, sewer compaction, subgrade)• Site inspections of rebar (spacing, binding, and other quality) for mat foundations, bridge decks, footing, abutment wall• Provide training to new staffs on testing engineering materials including soil, concrete, and aggregate. Train on data logging and reporting methods and software use.

1821 Albion Rd, Toronto, Canada

• Receive samples for sort/ split/ store and forward it to the right testing personnel. Use of Lab database software for keeping track of samples and reports. • Using and maintaining equipment: concrete saw, gyratory compactor for Superpave, Marshall compression equipment for asphalt, concrete compressive strength testing equipment• Preparing and testing of soil samples for moisture content, particle size distribution including hydrometric testing, plasticity index (plastic and liquid limit), unit weight • Preparing and testing of soil samples for proctor, permeability, and California Bearing Ratio• Testing and sample preparation of concrete: compressive strength (CCIL certified), rapid Chloride penetration, air void systems, • Testing and sample preparation of aggregate: gradation, micro deval abrasion, specific gravity (BRD, MRD), Los Aneles abrasion, asphalt coated particles, flat and elongated, soundness using Magnesium Sulphate, freeze and thaw and other tests required for Ministry of Transportation Ontario as well as other clients (City of Toronto, Toronto Transit Corporation, City of Vaughan) works. • Testing and sample preparation for hot mix asphalt: splitting, extraction, Marshall, BRD, MRD, Superpave mix design.• Field technician for plastic concrete tests: air/ slump/ temperature/ cylinders and beams casting for tests. (CCIL certified)• Reporting of Lab works for aggregate, soil, and asphalt to the supervisor in timely manner. Preparation of formats for reporting. Use of computer software Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

• Participate in pre-bid meeting at City of Brampton, City of Vaughan, City of Markham, City of Caledon, City of Wellington, City of Oakville, and Whitby and visit the construction sites.• Carefully read the bid documents, drawings and specifications and make note for special provisions.• Send emails to sub-contractor inviting them to provide quotation and follow up them by calling. • Collect quotations from different sub trade and prepared the estimates 7 projects of different cities.• Submit the bid documents in different cities.

Tanahun, Nepal

As a district WASH advisor, I supported the District Development Committee (DDC) in planning, coordinating and funding of the Water Supply Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector activities in the district. I facilitated regular planning and reporting of the district project to DDC, RWSSP-WN and the two governments. I provided training and assistance for district personnel and assist in the training of Village Development Committee (VDC)s, Support Organisations (SO)s, committees, Water Users and Sanitation Committee (WUSC)s and other WASH actors, including District-WASH-CC and Village-WASH CC.I supervised technical staffs for feasibility study, survey, and design of water supply schemes on step by step procedure, check design reports for completeness in technicality and financial aspects of both gravity water supply and solar powered lifting water supply systems. I monitored progress of construction works and take corrective actions if necessary. I organized monthly meeting of field staffs and prepare monthly activity, target, and safety plan. I prepared monthly progress report of all the works performed.

Syangja, Nepal

As a district WASH advisor, I supported the District Development Committee (DDC) in planning, coordinating, and funding of the Water Supply Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector activities in the district. I facilitated regular planning and reporting of the district project to DDC, RWSSP-WN and the two governments. I provided training and assistance for district personnel and assist in the training of Village Development Committee (VDC)s, Support Organizations (SO)s, committees, Water Users and Sanitation Committee (WUSC)s and other WASH actors, including District-WASH-CC and Village-WASH CC.I supervised technical staffs for feasibility study, survey, and design of water supply schemes on step by step procedure, check design reports for completeness in technicality and financial aspects of both gravity water supply and solar powered lifting water supply systems. I monitored progress of construction works and take corrective actions if necessary. I organized monthly meeting of field staffs and prepare monthly activity, target, and safety plan. I prepared monthly progress report of all the works performed.

Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok, Nepal

I prepared periodic and annual procurement plans for development activities. I was in charge as a technical expert for service procurement and contractor selection with tender documents (selection and mobilization of the service provider) on concerned area/ subjects. I organized meetings for establishment of utility committees, training utility committees for technical, safety and financial regulations. I performed survey, design and supervision of different infrastructure development activities such as; building, water supply, road (including Khawa Bagaicha Rural Road Improvement Project). I monitored the quality and progress of projects and prepared report. As built drawings and invoice preparation., Dhulikhel Municiaplity – 1, Kavre). I used Rajmarg (a road design software) for road design, drawing preparation and estimation.

Dadeldhura, Nepal

As a technical facilitator, I supported the District Development Committee (DDC) in planning, coordinating and funding of the water supply sanitation and hygiene sector activities in the district. I facilitated regular planning and reporting of the district project to DDC, RVWRMP and the two governments. I provided training and assistance for technicians from district technical office and support organizations (SO) on design estimate, quality control of rural water supply and sanitation projects. I supervised technical staffs for feasibility study, survey, and design of water supply schemes on step by step procedure, check design reports for completeness in technicality and financial aspects of both gravity water supply and solar powered lifting water supply systems. I monitored progress of construction works and take corrective actions if necessary. I organized monthly meeting of field staffs and prepare monthly activity, target, and safety plan. I prepared monthly progress report of all the works performed. I supported community and SO to implement water supply, multi-use scheme (MUS) schemes, sanitation, hygiene promotion activities. I provided technical support to prepare district level water-use master plan.

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Rural Development

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