Harshvardhan Desai
Ann Arbor
Summary
Project Engineer with diverse experience across design and field roles, including water pump stations and bridge projects. Transitioned from design to on-site engineering to gain practical construction insight, and further strengthened expertise with a Master’s in Construction Management. Currently working as a Project Engineer, bringing a well-rounded perspective on both planning and execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Engineer
O'Brien Construction
Bloomsfield
01.2025 - Current
- Project Name - The Harlan (Multifamily) , Project Cost - $ 120 M
- Managed daily logs, reports, RFIs, submittals, sub-lists, subcontracts, schedules, change orders, material procurement, logistics, as-builts, and closeout procedures to ensure comprehensive project documentation and accountability.
- Designed and implemented project schedules to ensure timely completion of construction tasks.
- Coordinated subcontractors and suppliers to uphold project workflow and quality standards, resulting in streamlined operations.
- Developed and sustained accurate project logs and takeoffs to ensure effective project tracking.
- Engaged with owner and client representatives to address concerns and maintain project transparency.
- Achieved certifications in OSHA-30, SWPPP, First Aid/CPR/AED, and MEWP Operator to enhance safety compliance.
- Monitored QA/QC, maintained project drawings, and reviewed base building specification and contract documents.
- Reading and interpreting documents such as project plans and specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Assisted the estimating team and project engineers in bid-leveling and story-poles for five different projects.
- Guided and mentored young professionals to enhance their skills and career development.Meticulously performed a quantity takeoff for a $30 million project, and other six projects simultaneously under the supervision of Estimators and Project managers.
Project Engineer Intern
O'Brien Construction
Ann Arbor
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Meticulously performed a quantity takeoff for a $30 million project.
- Assisted in estimating six projects simultaneously, collaborating with estimators and project managers to ensure accuracy.
- Managed bid leveling and contributed to story pole development for various projects, supporting project visualization.
- Mastered software applications, including Procore, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoffs, to enhance project documentation and communication.
- Achieved OSHA 30 certification to enhance workplace safety knowledge and compliance.
Field Engineer
Citadel Ladmarks
Pune
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated negotiations with the owner and contractor, achieving a 10 percent cost savings for the project.
- Effectively coordinated and managed construction projects, facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure timely task completion.
- Led and coordinated on-site construction operations, enhancing cost estimation accuracy for specific tasks.
- Utilized structural design blueprints and specifications to plan and execute construction projects effectively.
- Consulted with clients on project changes and coordinated with design consultants to assess costs and recommend optimal options.
- Oversaw materials management, assessed inventory requirements, and liaised with the project manager for procurement needs.
- Recorded daily attendance for 70 laborers, assigned tasks, tracked project progress, and submitted end-of-day reports to the project manager.
- Facilitated weekly meetings with the project owner and team to discuss project updates and address concerns.
Structural Designer - Intern
Subduction Zone
Pune
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Performed hydrological assessments for multiple bridge sites to inform design decisions and enhance safety measures.
- Evaluated bridge deck height designs based on site parameters to ensure structural integrity and compliance with design standards.
- Created Excel project that produced detailed bridge dimension data and 2-D shapes for seamless integration with AutoCAD.
Education
Master of Science - Construction Engineering and Management
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India06-2022
Skills
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- On-Screen Takeoffs
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Suite
- Navisworks
Websites
Timeline
Project Engineer
O'Brien Construction
01.2025 - Current
Project Engineer Intern
O'Brien Construction
05.2024 - 12.2024
Field Engineer
Citadel Ladmarks
09.2022 - 07.2023
Structural Designer - Intern
Subduction Zone
12.2021 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Construction Engineering and Management
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Savitribai Phule Pune University