Manjunath (Manny) Kadalli

• Generated cut/fill maps and excavation reports using Agtek Gradework to improve planning accuracy and bid competitiveness.
• Executed detailed digital takeoffs via Bluebeam Revu for MEP, utility, and erosion control scopes, reducing estimating time.
• Constructed schematic design budgets and cost breakdowns using HCSS HeavyBid to support pre-bid evaluation and forecasting.
• Streamlined documentation flow by coordinating submittals, RFIs, and change orders, ensuring compliance with project timelines.
• Produced weekly production and cost reports in HeavyJob Manager to maintain financial alignment and operational visibility.
• Oversaw vendor sourcing, purchase tracking, and invoicing through Vista Viewpoint, minimizing material delays and cost variances.

• Directed multi-phase tool installations and facility hook-ups in semiconductor cleanroom environments, meeting all safety and cleanliness standards.
• Supervised coordination among trades, tool owners, and stakeholders to confirm installation readiness and functionality.
• Conducted quality inspections of MEP hook-ups, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and operational compliance.
• Administered RFIs, work orders, and documentation updates to preserve project sequencing and adherence to deadlines.
• Designed synchronized installation schedules to optimize crew allocation and minimize downtime.
• Contributed to design reviews, offering constructability feedback and supporting cross-disciplinary collaboration.

• Built 3D terrain and grading models within Trimble Business Center to enable GPS-guided excavation operations.
• Developed custom machine control layers to enhance earthwork precision and reduce material overages.
• Converted engineering designs into executable CAT GPS field files to ensure real-time construction accuracy.
• Estimated pre- and post-bid excavation volumes to validate contract quantities and ensure cost transparency.

Project: Mitigating Wildfire Impacts on Mobility using GIS, Fire Simulation, and Operations Modeling
(PacTrans – $80K Funded Research Project | PI: Dr. Joseph Louis)
• Conducted geospatial and wildfire simulation modeling to assess transportation network vulnerabilities in rural communities.
• Developed GIS-based analytical workflows to quantify roadway impact, recovery time, and reduced network capacity.
• Integrated discrete event simulation tools to optimize evacuation and emergency response logistics.
• Supported data synthesis and documentation for final report submission under PacTrans’ resiliency initiative.

Project: Alternative Technologies for Mitigating the Risk of Injuries and Deaths in Work Zones
(NCHRP – PI: Dr. John Gambatese, Dr. Joseph Louis, Dr. Chukwuma “Chuma” Nnaji)
• Performed evaluation of vehicle intrusion prevention and mitigation technologies for roadway work zones.
• Collaborated with NCHRP and TRB research teams to benchmark emerging safety systems for DOT applications.
• Analyzed field and laboratory data to assess sensor performance and deployment feasibility.
• Contributed to research findings published in NCHRP Report 1003, supporting nationwide work zone safety standards.