Sirisha Gangireddy
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly motivated recent Transportation Engineering graduate actively pursuing a Traffic/Transportation Engineer position. Skilled in optimizing transportation systems for enhanced efficiency and safety, with expertise in traffic impact studies and solution implementation. Proficient in advanced traffic modeling software and adept at conducting feasibility studies and cost analysis. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Contributed to Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC) projects by conducting field surveys, gathering transportation data, and assisting in data collection and cleaning tasks as a senior research student assistant.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of data analysis methodologies to evaluate transportation systems.
- Leveraged ArcGIS software to create informative and visually appealing maps and data visualizations for project presentations.
- Provided technical expertise and guidance for the development of a regional transportation plan, ensuring alignment with state and federal transportation goals.
- Participated in collaborative discussions and communicated research findings, progress updates, and insightful recommendations during team meetings and project reviews, showcasing strong decision-making abilities.
- Facilitated communication with data vendors, collecting essential sample datasets for project requirements. Played a key role in completing project phases and budgeting for necessary data resources. Demonstrated excellent communication and presentation skills in conveying research findings and progress updates.
- Published 2 articles in respected transportation journals as a primary and co-author, demonstrating strong research capabilities and contributions to academic discourse.
Field/Office Engineer Intern
SR Engineers and Planners
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with project team to develop and implement quality control procedures
- Conducted cost analysis for materials and resources used in civil engineering projects
- Assisted in the preparation of project proposals and bids
- Conducted site surveys and measurements to gather data for construction projects
- Researched on new technologies and techniques in the civil engineering field
- Received recognition for exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in project documentation
- Conducted quality assurance and quality control testing, ensuring the certification of products to meet local industry standards.
Education
Master of Science in Civil Engineering - Transportation Engineering
Louisiana State University (LSU)
12.2023
Skills
- Engineering design (Highways & Streets)
- Traffic Analysis & Planning
- Roadway Alignments & Cross-Sections
- Cost Estimation and Reporting
- State DOT's Regulations
- Data collection & compilation
- Geometric Design
- Transportation planning
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication
- ArcGIS
- AutoCAD
- PTV Vissim
- MicroStation CAD
- MS Office Suite
- SAS
Certification
Engineer In Training (EIT) - In Progress
- Currently preparing for the Engineer in Training (EIT) certification exam with a strong aptitude for success. Anticipated completion by 05/31/2024.
Accomplishments
- Conference Presentation, Delivered a comprehensive presentation on thesis work at the 2022 American Planning Association (APA) - Louisiana State Conference, effectively highlighting the state DOTs' integration of Complete Streets into Pavement Preservation with preliminary findings.
- Academic Award, Achieved the "Academic Excellence Award" from the Civil Engineering Department in recognition of outstanding performance and dedication to academic pursuits during the 2019-2020 academic year.
Research Publications
- Gangireddy, S., R. Bian, T. Tolford, and H. Hassan. Integrating the Concept of Complete Streets into Pavement Preservation. International Conference on Transportation and Development - American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), 2023.
- Bian, R., T. Tolford, S. Liu, and S. Gangireddy. Lessons Learned from Evaluating Complete Streets Project Outcomes with Emerging Data Sources. Transportation Planning and Technology, 2023.
Websites
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Louisiana State University
08.2021 - 12.2023
Field/Office Engineer Intern
SR Engineers and Planners
01.2021 - 06.2021
Master of Science in Civil Engineering - Transportation Engineering
Louisiana State University (LSU)