Surya Kanolkadan
@suryakanolkadan
Aspiring GIS Engineer with a strong foundation in Civil Engineering.
What I'm looking for
I am an aspiring GIS Engineer with a solid foundation in Civil Engineering, holding both a Master’s degree (M.Tech) and a Bachelor’s degree (B.Tech) in the field. With 4 years of industry experience, I have developed a strong expertise in geospatial technologies, particularly in urban planning and development projects. My academic background is complemented by certifications from the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing and the Indian Space Research Organization, which validate my skills in GIS mapping and analysis.
Throughout my career, I have worked in various capacities, including as a GIS Analyst at the Transportation Engineering and Research Centre and as an Accredited Engineer under the Government of Kerala. My role as a Civil Engineering Lecturer at the Government Polytechnic College in Mananthavady allowed me to share my knowledge and passion for the field with students. I have successfully managed MGNREGS projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality compliance while coordinating with government sectors and design teams to resolve issues during project execution.
My technical skills include proficiency in industry-standard GIS tools such as ArcGIS, ERDAS IMAGINE, and QGIS, as well as engineering software like AutoCAD and STAAD Pro. I am committed to leveraging my expertise to contribute to impactful projects and drive innovation in the field of geoinformatics.
Experience
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Lecturer
Government Polytechnic College Mananthavady
Jun 2023 - Jan 2024 (7 months)
Taught civil engineering subjects including surveying, construction management, irrigation, and hydraulics. Conducted periodic academic progress evaluations and led paper valuations for semester and internal exams.
Accredited Civil Engineer
Government of Kerala - Department of Rural Development
Apr 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 8 months)
Prepared and implemented rural development project plans, including project tracking and resource monitoring. Conducted surveys and prepared maps using ArcGIS, alongside site inspections to ensure quality of work.
GIS Data Analyst Engineer
Transportation Engineering and Research Center
Aug 2017 - Feb 2018 (6 months)
Prepared and analyzed integrated multi-modal transportation systems, utilizing ArcGIS, ERDAS IMAGINE, and QGIS. Developed inventory maps for Kerala city areas and conducted surveys for map preparation and emergency response management system analysis.
Education
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College of Engineering Trivandrum (CET), Kerala Technological University (KTU)
M.Tech, Civil Engineering, Geoinformatics
Grade: 93.4%
Activities and societies: Presented Paper in 18th National Conference on Technological Trends in 2017.
Completed a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Geoinformatics. Focused on applying geospatial technologies to urban planning and development projects, including the development of intermodal passenger transport using GIS.
VKCET, Kerala University
B.Tech., Civil Engineering
Grade: 85.8%
Activities and societies: Participated in 17th National Conference on Technological Trends in 2016.
Obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Undertook a project focused on the study and redesign of Muthalapozhi Harbor, gaining foundational knowledge in civil engineering principles.
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