KARTHIK HIREMATH
Civil Engineer & Entrepreneur
London,England
Summary
Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about sustinablity and turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Share holder and Civil Engineer
Rural arising Ltd
London , England
10.2023 - Current
• Collaborating with a diverse clientele, including public and private sectors, to develop sustainable solutions for Community enhancements.
• Compiling environmental reports and engaging in communication with the Environmental Agency (Department of Environment, UK Government).
• Tailor complex scientific concepts into simplified narratives for non-technical audiences through reports and presentations.
• Monitor spends, resources, timelines, and quality benchmarks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery as per internal policies and external regulations.
• Managing ongoing £20M complex environmental projects, specializing in historic landfill conversion, site remediation, and quarry restoration.
Founder and Director
Namma Kasa
11.2022 - Current
• Founded an early-stage social impact startup addressing the global waste crisis with innovative circular solutions and patentable AI-driven technologies for sustainable waste management. (Reg. under MCA, Govt. of India).
• Positioned the company to raise awareness by securing recognition as a semi-finalist in London Mayor’s Global Enterprise Challenge,2023.
• Provides strategic direction and oversight by leading planning, partnerships, operations, and communications initiatives on a part-time basis through quarterly review meetings.
• Directing design and development of proprietary AI models projected to reduce carbon emissions from landfills by 90%.
• Driving proof of concept initiatives serving 200+ households to quantify environmental and social impact.
Program Manager
SVYM
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Achieved 15% average target exceedance through strategic planning and project management expertise.
- Administered $15M budgets and delivered multiple projects on time and budget.
- Pioneered an initiative enabling 200 hundred rural women entrepreneurs to invest in the Indian stock market for the first time in WASH history.
Co-Founder
SG Constructions
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Co-founded and expanded civil and construction engineering firm, executed 10 residential, 2 commercial, and 2 highway projects in 3 years.
- Delivered 70+ high-quality infrastructure concepts and designs for sustainable and innovative residential projects.
- 85% of esteemed clients have expressed contentment, granting 8+ out of 10 in customer satisfaction ratings.
Senior Technical Advisor
Water Aid
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Led WASH project that received funding from Microsoft in collaboration with WaterAid.
- Improved water availability and quality for 20,000+ community members through strategic infrastructure design.
- Trained local governments on sustainable water governance, resulting in 20% water efficiency improvement, and reaching 100,000 people.
Civil Engineer
Artefacts Pvt Ltd
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Delivered 16 residential projects with architectural designs, that met client expectations, saved money, and increased property values by 15%.
Education
Master of Science - Waste, Water, And Environmental Engineering
University of Greenwich
London 09.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor - civil engineering
New Horizon College of Engineering
06.2013 - 07.2017
Skills
- Knowledge of state and federal water regulations
- Environmental policymaking
- Structural Design
- AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Geotechnical Analysis
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Water Resource Management
- Project Management
- Surveying and Mapping
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Strong Communication & and team management
- Skills
- Client Relationship Management & Environmental
- Awareness
- Business Development and Planning
- Business Planning
- Financial Administration
- Executive Leadership
- Client Engagement
- Team Engagement
- Risk and Mitigation Analysis
- Operations Start-Up
- Social Media Digital Marketing
Accomplishments
- Achieved Semi-finalist status in the University of Greenwich's Enterprise Challenge, competing against 1,200 entrepreneurs in the year 2023.
- Semi-finalist title in the London Mayor's Global Enterprise Challenge 2023.
- Received the Career Mentoring Achievement Award from the University of Greenwich in 2023.
- In 2021, Recognized as the Best Employee of the Year by Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement.
- Honored with the title of Young Civil Engineer of the Year by Government Radio Broadcast Service, INDIA.
- Guest at Entrepreneurship Development Program, India.
- Lead for WASH Components awareness, reaching 1 million community members.
Affiliations
- Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) | Member.
- Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) | Associate Member.
Additional Information
- Village Water Revolution: Piloted the 1st automated water distribution system in South India and supplied 30,000 liters of water per day to 54 households, completing the project within 45 days.
- She-Invest: Developed India's 1st female stock market portfolio to finance women's WASH enterprises and Financed 100 self-help groups (SHGs) for WASH projects, with a total investment of $130,855.
- Lakes to Rivers Water Project: Orchestrated a comprehensive water supply initiative, ensuring round-the-clock access to clean water for remote village communities, improving local living standards and health conditions.
- Flood Sustain Technology: Designed low-cost flood mitigation technology that recharges up to 80% of flooded water and saves up to 50% of the workforce, materials, and time savings using the Inject-Shaft concept.
- DIY Water Conservation: Zero-cost Rainwater Harvesting for Communities. Recharged 1.2 billion Liters, 100% Community Participation, Unique Engagement Approach.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsCertification
• Project management foundations| LinkedIn Learning.
• Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) | Member.
• Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) | Associate Member.
• Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) | Member.
• Generative AI for business leaders| LinkedIn Learning.
• Sustainability for Design, Construction, and Manufacturing By | Fulya Koncak Gin.
Work Availability
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
• Water Aid Ambassador for London universities.
• Program Representative at the University of Greenwich.
• Government of India - Facilitated a website that connected people with resources during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Mentor - Greenwich entrepreneurship challenge, London.
Timeline
Share holder and Civil Engineer
Rural arising Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Founder and Director
Namma Kasa
11.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Waste, Water, And Environmental Engineering
University of Greenwich
09.2022 - 09.2023
Program Manager
SVYM
07.2021 - 08.2022
Co-Founder
SG Constructions
02.2019 - 08.2022
Senior Technical Advisor
Water Aid
09.2018 - 06.2021
Civil Engineer
Artefacts Pvt Ltd
07.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor - civil engineering
New Horizon College of Engineering
06.2013 - 07.2017
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