Karthik Varma Vegesna, PMP

Project Engineer - Quality Assurance & Project Controls | Construction Management

Jamaica, New York, United States

About

I’m a detail-driven Civil Engineer and Construction Management graduate from the University of New Haven, with real-world, hands-on experience in managing field operations, supervising subcontractors, and ensuring high-quality execution on active construction sites. My background bridges technical engineering knowledge with on-site construction leadership, allowing me to contribute meaningfully to large-scale and high-impact projects. I’m skilled in construction documentation, safety compliance (OSHA 30), and communication across teams. I’m also passionate about sustainability, lean construction, and using technology to improve project efficiency and reduce waste. My training and site experience have given me a deep understanding of the construction lifecycle, industry standards, and the importance of proactive leadership in the field.

Experience

  • Assistant Project Engineer at NYSFAB, INC.
    Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    Leading quality management and field inspection operations for structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication projects directly supporting New York City transit infrastructure

  • Assistant Project Manager at RMS Companies
    Jun 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

    As an Assistant Project Manager at RMS Companies, I support the successful execution of multifamily residential and mixed-use construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Leveraging my academic foundation in Construction Management and on-site exposure, I assist senior project managers in coordinating day-to-day project activities, maintaining documentation, and ensuring alignment with schedule and quality benchmarks. My responsibilities include reviewing architectural, structural, and MEP drawing sets through Procore, identifying scope gaps, and assisting in RFIs, submittals, and change order processes. I actively participate in subcontractor coordination, site walks, safety compliance checks, and schedule tracking using Primavera P6 and MS Project. With hands-on involvement in excavation, steel reinforcement, saw cutting, and concrete setting procedures, I bring both field and office-level insight to project decision-making.

  • member at ASCE at American Society of Civil Engineers
    Aug 2023 - Jul 2025 · 2 yrs

    American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) — Student Chapter Actively engaged as a member of the ASCE Student Chapter, participating in a range of technical and professional development initiatives alongside peers and industry professionals. Attended and contributed to technical events and workshops, gaining exposure to emerging civil engineering practices, tools, and industry standards. Participated in site visits and field trips, bridging classroom theory with real-world construction and infrastructure applications — building collaborative skills through team-based observations and discussions. Represented the chapter in paper presentations and technical competitions, demonstrating the ability to communicate engineering concepts effectively and perform under competitive, team-oriented settings.

  • University of New Haven (Hybrid)
    • Graduate Student
      Aug 2023 - May 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Student
      Aug 2023 - Apr 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Site Engineer at Visakhapatnam Port Authority
    Mar 2021 - May 2023 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    Shell & Core Commercial G+II Floors | Project Value: USD 30.25M Delivered end-to-end site engineering support on a multi-floor commercial shell & core development, working across technical, design, and resource planning functions. Prepared comprehensive bar bending schedules (BBS) for reinforced concrete structures, ensuring precision in steel detailing and full compliance with structural specifications. Partnered with the design team to optimize reinforcement layouts through systematic design reviews, achieving a 10% reduction in steel quantities while maintaining full structural integrity — directly translating to measurable material cost savings. Drove project efficiency by developing detailed monthly resource plans covering manpower, materials, and machinery, enabling optimized allocation across site activities and reducing schedule delays.