BHUPENDRA SHAH

• Project : New Jersey High Speed Rail Improvement Program
• Upgraded and improved the catenary, power, track, and signal systems on the Northeast Corridor between Trenton and New Brunswick, NJ, to facilitate increased speed and improved reliability for commuters. This Program allowed AMTRAK to achieve operating speed of 160 mph between the vicinity. The Program also increased capacity of Commuter & Regional Trains and provided improved flexibility of service scheduling through the addition of new High Speed Interlocking.
• Coordinated submittals, RFIs, and change-order documentation to support field execution and contract compliance.
• Reviewed construction drawings and specifications to resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate project records.

• Project : Delaware River Turnpike Bridge Suspender Rope Replacement and Structural Hardening
• The Project was to strengthening existing Bridge over Delaware River connecting NJ / PA Turnpikes in Burlington Township NJ & Bristol Township PA for NJ Turnpike Authority. The Project includes removing existing 4” Dia. Suspender Ropes and replacing with a set of 4 - 2” Dia. Ropes on main Arch Span of the Bridge, hardening existing Piers with steel plates, hardening portion of existing Main Span - upper, lower & Vertical Chords with steel plates, placing HDPE conduits & Fiber Optic Cable from Toll Plaza 6 of NJ Turnpike to Bridge for Communication Infrastructure required to install Security Cameras on the Bridge.
• Supervising day to day activities & maintaining Quality Assurance per Contract Documents, Supported Project Manager by conducting monthly evaluations and preparing quantity take-offs for contractor progress.
• Directed field inspections to verify construction compliance with contract specifications, codes, and approved drawings.
• Reviewed contractor work quality, documenting deficiencies and coordinating corrective actions with project teams.

• Project : Patcong Bridge on Garden State Parkway, in Egg Harbor Township NJ
• The Project was part of widening Garden State Parkway for constructing new sub-structure & super structure of the Bridge by adding one lane both on NB & SB and rehab existing bridge to new configuration of Three Lanes on NB & SB.
• Supervising day to day activities per Contact Documents and reporting on NJTA CAPEX SYSTEM.
• Directed field engineering activities to align construction work with drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinated contractors, inspectors, and project teams to resolve site issues and maintain workflow.

• Project : Route 42 Emergency Design Build Contact in Lexington NY for NJSDOT
• Maintaining Quality Assurance and record keeping on the project comprised of improving & replacing two bridges and portion of roadway damaged by “Hurricane Irene”. This was short term emergency project funded by Federal Highway Authority.
• Coordinated office engineering documentation, ensuring accurate records, drawings, and project correspondence.
• Reviewed submittals and RFIs, tracking responses and maintaining compliance with project requirements.
• Supported project teams by organizing schedules, logs, and technical files for efficient workflow.
• Monitored document control processes, reducing errors in revisions and distribution.
• Communicated with contractors, engineers, and vendors to resolve administrative and technical issues.
• Prepared reports, meeting notes, and status updates for project stakeholders and management.
• Streamlined filing and recordkeeping procedures, improving access to critical project information.
• Directed document control processes for submittals, RFIs, and correspondence to maintain project accuracy.
• Coordinated engineering records, drawings, and revisions to support timely construction administration.

• Project : Capital Health Hospital, Pennington, NJ
• The Project was constructing new 275 Bed Hospital Building with Emergency, Operation Rooms, Medical Office Building.
• Monitored punch list resolution and closeout deliverables to ensure timely completion and client satisfaction.
• Improved quality reporting workflows by standardizing documentation, tracking deficiencies, and supporting root-cause analysis.
• Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to established protocols, maintaining consistency across the organization.
• Directed quality assurance programs across construction operations, aligning inspections with project specifications and contract requirements.
• Directed quality assurance program across project teams, aligning inspections with contract requirements and company standards.
• Established site quality control procedures to identify defects, document nonconformance, and drive corrective action.
• Led audits of subcontractor work, materials, and installation practices to maintain compliance with industry standards.
• Coordinated testing and inspection activities with project teams, consultants, and field supervision to resolve quality issues quickly.
• Reviewed submittals, shop drawings, and specifications to verify compliance before field execution.

• Project : Morrisville Yard Improvement - Phase 2 for NJ Transit
• The project comprised - Constructing 9 Electrified Storage Tracks for 250 Rail Commuter Cars, 1200 foot long Service & Inspection Facilities, 400 foot long Wheel Truing Facility, Installing 11kv, 50Hz Catenary System, construction of Yard Master Tower, installing underground utilities & modifying existing Traction Power Substation, modifying existing Feeder Network etc.
• Coordinated project schedules, dependencies, and milestone tracking across cross-functional teams.
• Monitored budgets, forecasts, and cost variances to support project controls.
• Prepared status reports, meeting notes, and executive updates for stakeholders.
• Facilitated communication between vendors, contractors, and internal departments to resolve issues quickly.
• Reviewed project documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with requirements.
• Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
• Actively participated in weekly project reviews with senior management to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, potential solutions, and future plans.
• Developed and maintained project documentation for reliable records.
• Assisted in the change order process by reviewing requests for changes to specifications or budgetary allowances before submitting them for approval.

• Project : Souther Bridge Lenghtening on NJ Turnpike MP 34.20 - 3.70
• The Project comprised of demolition of existing bridge decks, removing existing steel beams, demolition of existing abutments & piers, installing new steel beams, constructing new concrete decks including asphalt approach pavement etc. on six bridges over NJ Turnpike. This was part of future widening of NJ Turnpike.
• Coordinated resident engineering activities to support field inspections and project compliance.
• Reviewed contractor submittals, drawings, and RFIs for technical accuracy and completeness.
• Monitored construction progress and identified issues affecting schedule, quality, or scope.
• Documented daily field observations, inspection results, and corrective action follow-up.
• Assisted with change order evaluation, cost review, and project documentation control.
• Maintained accurate records of all construction activities, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.

• Project : PATCO (Camden NJ - Philadelphia PA) Subway Evacuation, Fire Control Protection System
• PATCO Lindenwold Shop Fire/Smoke Detection & Alarm System - Lindenwold NJ
• The Project comprised of Dry Deluge System (Fire Fighting), Fire Alarm System on Track & Station Platform Areas, Fire / Smoke detection & Fire Alarm Systems in Shop Repair Facility, Emergency Lighting System Inside the Tunnel.
• Coordinated project documentation, ensuring drawings, submittals, and revisions remained accurate and accessible.
• Reviewed technical documents for compliance with contract requirements and engineering standards.
• Tracked submittals, RFIs, and change requests to maintain workflow continuity and document control.
• Supported cost tracking and quantity verification for estimates, pay applications, and project controls.
• Improved office procedures for filing, reporting, and coordination across engineering and operations teams.
• Aided project manager.
• Performed inspections and prepared documents for contract work.

• Project : Implementing Electronic Toll Collection Services (EZ PASS) on Garden State Parkway, NJ Turnpike & Atlantic City Expressway including tie-ins Route 42, DelDOT, PANYNJ
• The Project comprised dig down trench & place Fiber Optic Cable inside Polyurethane Epoxy Ducts, splicing cable at in-ground manholes throughout the entire length of the highways, installation of Electronic Equipments at Toll Plazas, Installing Security System inside the Plaza Administration Buildings.
• Verified quantities, invoices, and material records to support cost control and billing accuracy.
• Thoroughly inspected work sites and monitored project budgets.
• Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
• Performed inspections and prepared documents for contract work.

• Project : 2nd Floor addition to Toll Plaza Administration Building on Garden State Parkway, NJ
• The Project comprised demolishing existing concrete, adding 2nd floor to existing building including all utilities, Central AC & Heating system, elevator, fire fighting system, wet sprinkler system, halon gas & dry sprinkler system, storm drain, water main, new parking facility
• Total Project Management, Assuring Quality Control, Supervision of day to day activities, Overseeing progress payments, change orders, material approvals, document control, daily logs, punch list, as-builds etc.
• Reviewed construction documents and coordinated field activities to maintain design compliance.
• Conducted site inspections and documented progress, deficiencies, and corrective actions.

• Project : Tacony-Palmyra Bridge Re-Decking for BCBC
• The Project comprised demolishing existing concrete deck & asphalt approaches and replacing with new concrete deck finished with Latex Modified Concrete Overlay, new concrete barrier curbs, new asphalt approaches, new maintenance sidewalks, and structural repairs.
• Coordinated submittals, RFIs, and document control for transportation construction activities.
• Reviewed construction plans and specifications for compliance with contract requirements.
• Tracked field reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence to maintain project documentation.
• Monitored contractor pay estimates, invoices, and progress records for accuracy.
• Verified design revisions and as-built records for consistency across project files.

• Project : Market-Franford Elevated Railroad Re-hab, Philadelphia, PA
• The project comprised demolition of existing concrete deck and re-decking with new Precast Concrete Deck, installing new railroad tracks, Providing new Signaling System, Modifying existing steel Substructure, Reconstructing Station Building etc.
• Inspecting daily activities, verifying performance per Contract Documents and Specifications.

• Direct inspection, assisting Resident Engineer in preparing Estimates, Processing Force Accounts and Change Orders, Evaluating estimated quantities, scheduling, in-depth inspection of existing bridges etc. on the following projects.
• Conducted field inspections and documented site conditions for engineering review.
• Coordinated with contractors and project teams to resolve construction issues.
• Prepared clear field reports, sketches, and observations for project records.
• Prepared clear field reports, sketches, and observations for project records.
• Worked on following Projects.

- Franklin Street Bridge Re-Decking over NY State Thruway- Bridge Inspection on Verrazano Narrows Bridge, various Bridges in Mercer County, NJ and Brooklyn Battery Tunnel NY

- Widening Route 119 & Modifying Route 9 intersection, NY

- Rock remediation of NY State Thruway - Rockland County NY

- Noise Barrier on I-95 in West Chester County, NY

• Supervision and inspection of various Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Buildings, Quantity Take-off, Monthly Evaluations, Submission of Proposals & Bids, Maintaining Certified Payrolls, Record Keeping of daily activities, Maintaining Quality Control, etc. on the assignments with following organizations.
• - Pioneer Contractors, Dubai - UAE 01/1986 - 01/1988
• - Bel Hassa Engineering, Dubai - UAE 05/1982 - 12/1985
• - Sun Engineering & Contracting, Dubai - UAE 11/1978 - 01/1982
• - Falcon Construction, Sharjah - UAE 03/1977 - 10/1978
• - Concrete Corporation, Bombay - India 01/1974 - 02/1977
• - A. M. Cooper & Co., Bombay - India 06/1970 - 12/1973
• - Mohan Brothers, Sagar (MP) - India 04/1969 - 05/1970