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Abel Wilson Varghese

Abel Wilson Varghese

Sharjah,UAE

Summary

An ambitious civil engineering graduate with excellent design and engineering understanding seeks a role to build on technical competencies. Manages workloads through good planning and prioritization to achieve tasks within set timeframes. Collaborates well with multidisciplinary teams for successful project progress. Accomplished internship with experience delivering to project time, cost, and quality constraints. Manages design lifecycles for focused support from ideas to completion. Delivers defined work packages by engaging stakeholders and cross-functional teams in design and development activity. A mature attitude and responsible approach help in approach and succeeding in whichever assignment or situation is handed.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Graduate Infrastructure Engineer

GHD
Abu Dhabi , UAE
2025.01 - Current

> Designing, modeling, and analyzing wet utility networks such as potable water, fire fighting, irrigation, stormwater, sewer, and other distribution systems.
> Utilizing industry-standard tools like Bentley software (e.g., SewerGEMS, WaterGEMS) and Autodesk solutions (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D) to develop accurate hydraulic models and detailed utility designs.
> Leading hydraulic modeling and design activities on selected projects, acting as Lead Engineer and supporting technical decision-making and network optimization.
> Assisting in the preparation and review of detailed technical drawings, reports, feasibility studies, and design documentation for infrastructure projects.
> Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs align with project requirements, authority standards, and client expectations.
> Supporting the team in hydraulic analysis, feasibility studies, capacity assessments, troubleshooting, and optimization of utility networks.
> Actively contributing to multiple projects through drafting utility layouts, developing network models, and analyzing system performance.
> Serving as an active member of the Young Professionals Committee, contributing to organizational initiatives, team engagement, and professional development activities within the company.

Junior Civil Engineer

Classic Vision Pools
Dubai, UAE
2024.08 - 2025.01

Key Experience:-

  • Hands-on experience in site supervision and project management for residential and commercial swimming pool projects.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints to ensure structural accuracy and compliance with design specifications.
  • Actively involved in material procurement and logistics management, ensuring efficient use of resources on-site.
  • Collaborated with architects, contractors, and clients to deliver high-quality, safe, and aesthetically appealing pools.
  • Familiar with local construction codes and safety regulations, maintaining compliance throughout all construction phases.
  • Passionate about applying engineering principles to innovative and sustainable pool designs.

Intern - Wet Utilities Engineer

WSP
Sharjah
2022.07 - 2022.09
  • Working on water/wastewater/stormwater treatment
    and conveyance including planning, process
    evaluations, detailed design, and construction
    administration.
  • Be involved with troubleshooting and problem-solving on all systems, and have a working knowledge of hand tools for maintenance practices.
  • Preparing, reviewing, and checking necessary calculations and design

Intern - Wet Utilities Engineer

WSP
Sharjah
2023.06 - 2023.09
  • I am responsible for designing and overseeing the installation of water and wastewater systems for various construction projects.
  • With in-depth knowledge of hydraulic design, pipe sizing, and pressure and flow calculations, I ensured that the systems function efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of the community.
  • I tried to improve the quality of life for communities by providing reliable and sustainable water and wastewater systems.
  • Through this internship, I developed practical skills, collaborated with professionals, and made a tangible impact on the community's essential wet utilities services.

Education

Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering and Construction Management

Heriot Watt University
Dubai, UAE
2024.09 -

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering(Hons)

Heriot Watt University
Dubai, UAE
2021.09 - 2024.05

High School Diploma -

Our Own High School, Al Warqa'a
Dubai, Uae
2009.04 - 2021.05

Skills

  • MS Office
  • Linpro
  • ARC GIS PRO
  • QGIS
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Autocad 2D & 3D
  • SAP 2000
  • ABAQUS CAE
  • Autodesk Civil 3D
  • Bentley WaterGems
  • Bentley SewerGems
  • Navisworks Manage

Languages

Malayalam
Native
English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Arabic
Beginner

Projects

Al Ain Zoo – Elephant Safari Upgrade | Lead Design Engineer

> Led the design and coordination of infrastructure and wet utility networks, ensuring seamless integration across multiple disciplines.

> Acted as the primary technical point of contact during client coordination meetings, addressing comments, resolving design queries, and implementing required revisions.

> Coordinated multidisciplinary inputs to finalize the network design and successfully deliver the project in compliance with project and authority requirements.

Infrastructure Works – Al Qoa’a & Al Wagan, Al Ain

> Conducted site visits to both locations to assess existing conditions, constraints, and constructability considerations.

> Prepared and submitted site assessment reports based on field observations and engineering evaluation.

> Supported project delivery through hydraulic modelling, technical reporting, and submission-stage documentation, ensuring effective coordination with the project team.

Al Fahid Gardens – Abu Dhabi

> Assisted the team during detailed and later design stages, contributing to technical reports and submission documentation.

> Developed hydraulic models using Bentley software (WaterGEMS/SewerGEMS) and utility layouts prepared in Civil 3D.

> Verified that all hydraulic results complied with relevant codes, standards, and authority requirements, including pressure, flow, and velocity criteria.

Barakah Nuclear Power Plant – Infrastructure Works

> Prepared hydraulic models and technical reports for critical infrastructure networks in a high-compliance project environment.

> Ensured key design parameters, including pressure, velocity, headloss, and system performance, met stringent code and project requirements.

> Coordinated with multiple disciplines, maintaining clear communication and keeping the wider team informed of design updates and coordination requirements.

Accomplishments

    Deputy Principal's Award for Academic Excellence

    Heriot-Watt University I July - 2023

    This award is given to students who have achieved Grade A, or equivalent, in six or more courses studied as part of their undergraduate degree programme during an academic year.

    Winner, ICE UAE DEC Future Infrastructure Competition

    Dubai I 2021 November - 2022 March

    The project was to design net-zero hyperloop stations for

    the major ports of Jebel Ali and Jeddah and the route

    between the two.

    Among 20 teams all around UAE, 4 teams were shortlisted,

    and our team was named 'Team Infinity'.

    Team Infinity emerged as the winner due to our skeptical and

    an efficient way of presentation of the hyperloop.

    Deputy Principal's Award for Academic Excellence

    Heriot-Watt University I July - 2022

    This award is given to students who have achieved Grade A, or equivalent, in six or more courses studied as part of their undergraduate degree programme during an academic year.

Certification

Autocad 2D & 3D

Oasis Institute, Dubai, UAE

Timeline

Graduate Infrastructure Engineer

GHD
2025.01 - Current

Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering and Construction Management

Heriot Watt University
2024.09 -

Junior Civil Engineer

Classic Vision Pools
2024.08 - 2025.01

Intern - Wet Utilities Engineer

WSP
2023.06 - 2023.09

Intern - Wet Utilities Engineer

WSP
2022.07 - 2022.09

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering(Hons)

Heriot Watt University
2021.09 - 2024.05

High School Diploma -

Our Own High School, Al Warqa'a
2009.04 - 2021.05
Abel Wilson Varghese