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Drishtanta
Poudel

Civil Engineer & Construction Project Management Professional
Drishtanta Poudel
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I am a results-driven Civil Engineer and Construction Project Management professional currently based in Ontario, Canada.

My journey began at Kathmandu University, where I built a technical foundation in infrastructure design. Since then, I have led multidisciplinary teams in Nepal and Canada, managing projects ranging from water supply systems to multi-million dollar hydropower infrastructures.

I specialize in Quantity Takeoffs, Strategic Planning, and Quality Control, always aiming for 100% data accuracy and project compliance.

Expertise & Competencies

Professional Skills

AutoCAD & Civil 3D
Design Engineering
Revit & BIM
Modeling
SAP2000 / ETABS
Structural Analysis
GIS Modeling
ArcGIS & QGIS
Primavera P6
Scheduling
Quantity Takeoff
Cost Estimation
Earned Value
Performance Metrics
Risk Management
Safety Planning
Quality Control
Systems Compliance
Stakeholder
Coordination
Technical Writing
Reporting
Problem Solving
Analytical Thinking
Leadership
Team Management
Educational Background

Academic Credentials

Postgraduate Certificate | Construction Project Management

Lambton College | 2024 - 2025

Advanced study in project planning, scheduling, and Canadian industry compliance.

Bachelor of Engineering | Civil Engineering

Kathmandu University (KU) | 2016 - 2020

Technical foundation in structural design, site engineering, and constructability analysis.

Professional Affiliations

Global Engineering & Management Memberships

  • PMI Student Member
  • ASCE Student Member
  • Registered Civil Engineer
Recent Professional

Certifications

Primavera P6 Essential Training
LinkedIn Learning
Renewable Energy & Green Building
Duke University
Urban Nature & Sustainable Cities
Lund University
Introduction to Materials Science
Arizona State University
CM Industry and Profession
University of Maryland
Sustainable Urban Water Systems
Politecnico Milano
Environmental Hazards & Health
University of Michigan
Organizations

Worked With

Santulan Engineering and Environmental Consultancy

Assistant Project Coordinator | Feb 2023 - Mar 2024

  • Managed planning, scheduling, and cost tracking for 15+ infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams and documented stakeholder meetings.
  • Improved project data accuracy and reporting efficiency by 20%.
  • Developed 2D/3D drawings in AutoCAD and Revit for design integration.

Tundi Group

Site / Quality Control Engineer | Dec 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Led a team of 20+ individuals for an 80+ million CAD hydropower project.
  • Managed quantity takeoff, cost tracking, and progress reporting.
  • Performed laboratory and field quality tests for compliance evaluation.
  • Generated daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports and Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs).

Scholars Consult Pvt. Ltd.

Field Civil Engineer | Mar 2023 - Sep 2023

  • Led 5 surveyors and collaborated with local municipalities for land use planning.
  • Validated field data across 3 municipalities, ensuring 100% land use plan accuracy.

AASTHA SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH SERVICE PVT.LTD

Field Civil Engineer | Apr 2022 - Oct 2022

  • Led GPS-assisted site assessments for 15+ water supply projects.
  • Managed a database of 100+ critical data points for official cost estimates.
Research & Academic Projects

Technical Research & Academic Projects

Work Integrated Learning Project | Construction Management

Lambton College, Toronto | 2025

  • Executed quantitative performance audits on active projects, focusing on the variance between baseline schedules and field execution.
  • Conducted detailed Quantity Take-offs and deterministic cost estimation to evaluate the sensitivity of resource allocation on total project cost.
  • Synthesized contract documents and technical specifications to identify constructability gaps and mitigate potential Change Order frequency.
  • Developed technical reports on Occupational Health and Safety compliance and risk registers.

Integrated Construction Management of a Modern Colonial Cottage

Capstone Project | Lambton College | 2025

  • Engineered Work Breakdown Structure and schedules; implemented real-time budget and schedule controls using Earned Value Management metrics.
  • Modeled project constraints using Critical Path Method and hierarchical Work Breakdown Structures to optimize total float and resource leveling.
  • Formulated a probabilistic risk management plan and procurement matrix to optimize the supply chain for specialized residential construction.

Comparison of Seismic Codes for Steel Structures & Design of a Multi-Storey Building

Undergraduate Thesis | Kathmandu University | 2020

  • Conducted a comparative review of seismic codes across seven Himalayan countries, assessing their impact on design coordination and regulatory compliance.
  • Performed seismic analysis using SAP2000 v14 to support early-stage planning and seismic risk mitigation decisions.
  • Completed full structural design in compliance with IS 800:2007 and IS 456:2000, integrating design outputs with construction sequencing.
  • Prepared preliminary quantity take-offs and cost estimates, linking seismic design requirements with budget planning.

Railway Infrastructure in Nepal: Prospects and Challenges

Published Research | Kathmandu University | 2018

  • Led feasibility studies for Nepal's 1,000+ km railway, addressing terrain, electrification, and gauge standards.
  • Mitigated topographic, political, and financial risks for complex infrastructure projects.
  • Designed implementation and financing strategies for national and cross-border rail corridors.
  • Focused on integrating rail with industrial logistics and regional trade to drive socio-economic growth.

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Drishtanta Poudel

"I lead with technical precision and a results-driven approach, delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across Nepal and Canada."

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