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Surendra Kumar Thapa

Edwardsville

Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Managing Director

Rector Engineering Concern Pvt. Ltd
07.2021 - 07.2024
  • Supervised the operation of the company which includes managing resources, recruiting and retaining employees and ensuring successful accomplishment of the project objectives
  • Identified potential new businesses prospects, maintained client relationships, oversaw procurement process, provided technical guidance to staff etc
  • Conducted and organized leadership training for capacity enhancement to project staff and stakeholders

Infrastructure Development Officer (IDO)

Integrated Development Society (IDS), Nepal
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Conducted feasibility study, design and estimate of community-based infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and compliance with environmental and social standards
  • Oversaw data management, reporting, procurement and coordination with local government and communities
  • Supervised technical staff, support project planning including construction and contribute to risk management and preparedness actions

Civil Engineer

Thapa Brothers Construction Company
08.2018 - 11.2020
  • Oversaw and manage ongoing and completed construction projects, including supervision, quality control, tendering, and documentation
  • Assisted on preparing cost estimation of civil engineering structures including road and buildings
  • Created and make technical presentations and reports on the status of the project monthly basis

Civil Instructor

Shree Malika Secondary School
05.2018 - 11.2019
  • Instructed/Taught various engineering subjects like Surveying, Building Construction, Estimation and AutoCAD
  • Assisted students on their final year project's work and conduct course related lab test

Civil Engineer

Malika Integrated Social Services (MISS), Bajura
04.2017 - 08.2018
  • Provided technical support for earthquake resistant building and safer schools, including design, estimate, budgeting, and community engagement and overseeing project quality and evaluation
  • Ensured community participation, local government engagement in community school projects
  • Facilitated and skilled up user committee member for effective community work

Education

MS - Civil Engineering -Transportation

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
12.2025

BS - Civil and Rural Engineering

Nepal Engineering College
05.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • AUTOCAD
  • CIVIL 3D
  • ETABs
  • MicroStation
  • HCS
  • PTV Vissim
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Staff management
  • Team collaboration
  • Client relationships
  • Budget management
  • Human resources management
  • Civil engineering design
  • Data analysis

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Cooking
  • Photography and Videography
  • Meditation/Yoga
  • Sports
  • Volunteering

Research & Projects

1. Traffic Camera Deployment on I-64

2. Prohibition on Right-Turn-On Red (RTOR) for dual right turn lane

3. Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis-4 AM Hours: Old Troy Road and Cotton Wood, Glen Carbon, Illinois

4. Ground Water Pollution from Onsite Sanitation in Kathmandu, Nepal, 2015-2017, Imperial College London & Nepal Engineering College, Bhaktapur, Nepal

Professional Affiliation - License

Civil Engineering License, 166, Civil & Rural - A' Category, Nepal Engineering Council

Certification

  • Awareness Training on Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) for Engineers, Nepal Engineering Association & OSH Center, Nepal, 2023
  • Bridge Design for the Beginners (Design of RCC T-girder Bridges and RCC abutment on Open Foundation), SCAEF, Nepal, LRBSU, CBDIC, 2023
  • Basic Course on ETABs Training, 4G Engineering Solutions, Kupandole, Nepal, 2018
  • Training of Trainers (ToT) for Mason Trainers on Safer Construction Technique, CTEVT/ UNDP, 2016

Timeline

Managing Director

Rector Engineering Concern Pvt. Ltd
07.2021 - 07.2024

Infrastructure Development Officer (IDO)

Integrated Development Society (IDS), Nepal
11.2020 - 07.2021

Civil Engineer

Thapa Brothers Construction Company
08.2018 - 11.2020

Civil Instructor

Shree Malika Secondary School
05.2018 - 11.2019

Civil Engineer

Malika Integrated Social Services (MISS), Bajura
04.2017 - 08.2018

BS - Civil and Rural Engineering

Nepal Engineering College

MS - Civil Engineering -Transportation

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Surendra Kumar Thapa