PRIYANKA THAKKAR
London
Summary
Construction materials expert with over 7 years in quality assurance and technical operations within the construction sector. Skilled in concrete technology, materials testing, and laboratory management, contributing to successful infrastructure projects. Strong background in quality systems and technical reporting, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Sales & Quality Engineer
Chryso - Saint-gobain Construction chemicals Ltd
05.2020 - 06.2022
Provided technical support for construction chemical products and concrete admixture solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction and product application.
Conducted material trials and technical evaluations to assess product performance and prepare comprehensive reporting.
Supported value engineering initiatives and developed sustainable material solutions to optimise product offerings.
QA/QC Head
Prism RMC
01.2017 - 05.2020
Oversaw quality assurance and quality control activities for ready mix concrete operations.
Directed laboratory testing activities for concrete aggregates, cement, and raw materials.
Supervised monitoring of concrete mix designs, workability, and compressive strength testing.
Led preparation of technical reports, quality documentation, and testing records using Excel.
Collaborated with suppliers, clients, and site teams to ensure compliance with standards.
QA/QC Engineer
Lafarge Concrete
04.2013 - 07.2015
Provided accurate testing results for aggregates, cement, fresh concrete, and hardened concrete samples, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Ensured high standards of quality through rigorous inspections and laboratory testing of construction materials.
Optimised laboratory operations through meticulous record-keeping, calibration logs, and quality documentation, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Education
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Sunderland
London, UKBachelor of Civil Engineering -
Gujarat Technological University
Ahmedabad, IndiaSkills
- QA/QC management
- HSE compliance
- Civil engineering and infrastructure
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Construction compliance standards
- Quality management systems
- Data management and quality control
- Technical reporting
- Engineering compliance
- Site measurements and setting out
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Project coordination
- Resource coordination
- Project scheduling
- Data analysis
- Microsoft Project proficiency
- Primavera P6 expertise
- AutoCAD skills
- Construction and infrastructure maintenance
- Client liaison and communication
- Team leadership and supervision
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Commercial awareness strategies
- Problem solving techniques
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Engineering documentation control
- Site supervision and maintenance operations
- Materials engineering support
Certification
- CSCS Card Holder
- SMSTS (or willing to obtain immediately)
- Full UK Driving Licence
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/priyankathakkar
Accomplishments
- Increased sales by 35% while reducing costs by 12%, leading to £100,000 net profit.
- Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation that resulted in more effective and timely completion of project.
Timeline
Technical Sales & Quality Engineer
Chryso - Saint-gobain Construction chemicals Ltd
05.2020 - 06.2022
QA/QC Head
Prism RMC
01.2017 - 05.2020
QA/QC Engineer
Lafarge Concrete
04.2013 - 07.2015
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Gujarat Technological University