Sagar Sharma, B.Tech(Civil)

Managed multiple high-end commercial interior and specialized fit-out projects, overseeing site operations, logistics, safety, and quality control to ensure successful project execution. Key Projects: - Data Center (Ground-Up Construction) – Managed site activities for mission-critical data center projects, ensuring adherence to strict MEP, structural, and security standards. - Office Fit-Out (80,000 sq. ft., 3 Floors) – Led a full-scale renovation, including demolition and rebuild of three floors with high-end finishes, conference rooms, phone booths, kitchens. Managed complex MEP upgrades, premium ceiling installations, and custom furniture integration, along with secure server rooms. - YYZ Lab (Toronto) – Oversaw a mechanical system upgrade in an active workspace, ensuring minimal disruption to occupants while coordinating MEP trades in a live environment. - Office Fit-Out (16,000 sq. ft., Toronto) – Managing the high-end interior fit-out for a U.S. private bank. Scope included premium finishes, secure MDF/IDF rooms, conference spaces, kitchens and offices. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/turnerconstructioncanada_builtbyturner-interiors-ugcPost-7285028695994482690-PDQm?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

-Led the 20,000 sq. ft. high-end office fit-out for a law firm on the 26th floor of Bay-Adelaide Centre, managing all on-site activities. -Solely responsible for coordinating trades, enforcing site safety, and maintaining quality control, working closely with the project manager. -Oversaw logistics planning in a high-rise commercial building, ensuring seamless material deliveries and adherence to building regulations. -Managed the installation of premium finishes, ensuring alignment with client expectations and design specifications. -Enforced compliance with noise restrictions and working-hour limitations, minimizing disruptions to existing tenants. -Led punch list completion, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring a smooth project handover.

1. Assisted in managing the construction of a 50,000 sq. ft., two-floor high-end Class 2 lab with integrated office spaces, classrooms, conference rooms, wet labs, and dry labs for a University. This project was one of the few labs in North America located within a commercial property, adding unique challenges related to occupancy coordination, noise control, and access restrictions. 2. Oversaw large-scale mechanical and electrical upgrades, including the replacement of two air handling units (AHUs), ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations. 3. Played a key role in logistics planning, coordinating the movement of materials, equipment, and workforce in a commercially occupied building with different company offices on other floors. 4. Developed and implemented phased construction strategies to manage deliveries, waste removal, and trade coordination in a constrained urban site. 5. Ensured compliance with strict lab construction standards, including safety, cleanroom protocols, and controlled environmental conditions. 6. Worked closely with subcontractors and consultants to resolve field issues, maintain schedule adherence, and ensure high-quality workmanship. 7. Monitored and enforced site safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and Turner Construction's safety policies. 8. Conducted daily site inspections, documented progress, and coordinated trade activities to maintain workflow efficiency. 9. Supported the testing, commissioning, and turnover process for lab spaces and MEP systems, ensuring full operational readiness.

Teaching course for PG Diploma Program in 'Digital Construction Management'

Development of one of the 12 courses for the Post Graduate Diploma Program in 'Digital Construction Management'.

- Managed full project lifecycles from planning to completion, including scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and subcontractor coordination. - Developed and maintained construction schedules, monitored progress, and adjusted workflows to meet deadlines and budget goals. - Prepared cost estimates, assembled bid packages, and managed subtrade contracts using Buildertrend project management software. - Oversaw day-to-day construction activities, resolved site issues related to cost, sequencing, and quality, and maintained positive site morale. - Coordinated all site inspections, ensured strict adherence to Health & Safety standards, and enforced compliance with IHSA regulations. - Collaborated directly with clients, general manager, architects, and subtrades to issue RFIs, change orders, and project updates. - Supervised the execution of construction according to blueprints and specifications, ensuring quality control at every phase. - Managed site procurement, reviewed shop drawings, tracked material deliveries, and sourced construction materials. - Appointed and supervised site crews, including skilled trades and general labor, maintaining efficiency and safe work practices. - Provided regular progress and financial reports to stakeholders, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning.

- Oversaw financial accountability and ensured responsible use of student funds by reviewing monthly financial statements and presenting budgetary updates to the Board. - Collaborated with internal departments to prepare the annual budget, recommend capital expenditures, and improve financial transparency. - Chaired the Finance and Operations Committee and contributed to decision-making on hiring, merchandise, student insurance, and health plans. - Supported board governance by evaluating director performance, maintaining compliance with by-laws, and leading policy reviews. - Represented students in college-wide committees and initiatives related to security, campus space, and student well-being. - Acted as a signing officer of the corporation and served on executive and advisory committees, contributing to strategic planning and conflict resolution. - Promoted accountability and transparency by reporting board activities, reviewing audit findings, and ensuring all operations aligned with the anti-oppressive mandate.

- Acted as the City’s on-site representative, ensuring municipal interests were upheld throughout the construction process. - Maintained a safe job site environment by verifying and enforcing Traffic Control Plans and safety regulations prior to and during roadwork activities. - Provided Quality Assurance by monitoring contractor work, conducting site inspections and testing to ensure compliance with city standards. - Accurately documented daily site activities, maintained detailed records of measurements, and supported payment processing through precise quantity tracking. - Oversaw the re-establishment of designated zones within the City’s Right-of-Way by coordinating with municipal crews. - Reported progress on major street occupancy and construction milestones to senior management, highlighting key developments and potential issues.

- Advised housing and commercial developers in alignment with the Real Estate Regulation Act (RERA), India, ensuring regulatory compliance and streamlined project execution. - Recommended effective waterproofing solutions tailored to specific project needs, enhancing building durability and long-term performance. - Led the review and modification of electrical and mechanical drawings to optimize utility placement and system efficiency. - Delivered cost-effective and practical design solutions that balanced quality, functionality, and budget constraints.

- Managed the coordination of manpower, material, and machinery to ensure smooth on-site execution across various civil works. - Supervised the construction of retaining walls (Block & Panel systems), ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards. - Gained hands-on experience in highway crust construction, overseeing activities from subgrade preparation to bituminous concrete (BC) laying. - Executed ground improvement techniques and site leveling as per design alignment and elevation requirements. - Oversaw operations at the RE wall panel casting yard, ensuring consistent production and quality control. - Interpreted and implemented RE wall and highway design drawings in compliance with NHAI specifications and relevant IS codes.

- Led the construction of canals, drainage systems, and water tank structures, ensuring strict adherence to IS codes and engineering standards. - Managed on-site execution for irrigation department initiatives focused on rural infrastructure development. - Coordinated site preparation and ground improvement works for new water infrastructure alignments, supporting long-term sustainability and efficiency.

- Gained hands-on experience in the construction methodologies of underground metro stations, including deep excavation and structural works. - Studied and interpreted complex architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings integral to large-scale infrastructure projects. - Spent five months rotating across eight metro station sites, gaining insight into varying scopes of work and construction technologies. - Acquired practical, step-by-step knowledge of diaphragm wall construction, platform slab execution, utility integration, and top-down construction techniques. - Observed tunnel construction using Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM), understanding sequencing, logistics, and safety protocols involved in tunnel works.

Practical Learnings: - Leveling/ Surveying - Soil and aggregate Testings - Building construction site visit - Contract delivery methods in Canadian construction industry. - Construction Estimating