Two days Workshop on” Civil Engineer to Entrepreneur”
Two days workshop on the theme “Civil Engineer to Entrepreneur” provided a platform for knowing future possibilities. The program was arranged by department of civil engineering in association with IEDC Cell, VAST during 20/07/2021 to 21/07/2021. Ms. Roshni Vijay served as the resource person of the session
It n that was brought to the discussion that pursuing these entrepreneurial possibilities, civil engineers can not only build successful businesses but also contribute to the advancement of the construction industry, infrastructure development, and sustainable urbanization. Certainly! Civil engineers possess a wealth of knowledge and skills that can be leveraged to start their own businesses. The possibilities for civil engineers to become entrepreneurs were mentioned as followed Consulting Firm: Establish a consulting firm specializing in civil engineering services. Offer expertise in areas such as structural design, transportation planning, geotechnical engineering, water resources management, or environmental engineering. Provide consulting services to government agencies, private developers, and construction firms .Construction Management Services: Start a construction management company to oversee and coordinate construction projects. Offer services such as project planning, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and safety management. Act as a liaison between clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project delivery. Infrastructure Development: Identify opportunities for infrastructure development projects such as roads, bridges, dams, utilities, and public facilities. Develop projects in collaboration with government agencies, private investors, or international organizations. Provide engineering, planning, and project management services to support infrastructure development initiatives. Green Building and Sustainability: Specialize in green building design and sustainability consulting. Offer expertise in energy-efficient design, renewable energy systems, green building certifications (e.g., LEED), and sustainable site development practices. Help clients minimize environmental impact and achieve sustainability goals in their construction projects. Prefabricated Construction Solutions: Explore opportunities in prefabricated construction by designing and manufacturing modular building components or systems. Offer prefabricated solutions for residential, commercial, or industrial construction projects. Provide cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable building solutions to meet client needs .Civil Engineering Software Development: Develop and market software solutions tailored to the needs of civil engineers and construction professionals. Create tools for structural analysis, project management, building information modeling (BIM), geographic information systems (GIS), and construction scheduling. Provide innovative software solutions to streamline workflows and improve productivity in the industry. Urban Planning and Development: Specialize in urban planning and development services. Offer expertise in land use planning, zoning regulations, transportation planning, and community development. Assist municipalities, developers, and real estate investors in creating vibrant, sustainable, and resilient communities. Infrastructure Maintenance and Rehabilitation: Provide specialized services in infrastructure maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation. Offer condition assessment, asset management, and retrofitting services for aging infrastructure assets. Help clients extend the lifespan of existing infrastructure and optimize maintenance practices.
Nearly 25 participants including faculty members and students attended the programme.