<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">I am writing to express my sincere interest in joining NICMAR University, Pune, as a faculty member in the domain of Construction Technology and Management. My academic background, teaching experience, and research orientation closely align with the roles and responsibilities outlined for this position and with NICMAR&rsquo;s mission to develop competent professionals for the construction, infrastructure, and project management sectors.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">I hold an M. Tech in Construction Technology and Management from the National Institute of Technical Teachers&rsquo; Training and Research (NITTTR), Bhopal. I am currently in the submission stage of my PhD in Civil Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal, with a specialization in Construction Technology and Management.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">My doctoral research focuses on digital construction technologies, particularly 3D Concrete Printing, to develop sustainable and low-carbon cementitious materials.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">This interdisciplinary specialization enables integration of construction materials, technology, and management principles in both teaching and research.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">In teaching and curriculum development, I have been actively engaged in delivering laboratory and theory courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including Construction Management, Concrete Technology, and Advanced Cementitious Materials. I have also conducted theory and practical sessions on Primavera for postgraduate students, covering project planning, scheduling, and monitoring.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">My teaching approach emphasizes experiential learning, industry case studies, and technology-enabled pedagogy. I am well-equipped to handle courses such as Construction Materials, Technology Management, and Quality Management while contributing to continuous curriculum enhancement aligned with evolving industry needs.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">My research profile centres on sustainable construction materials and digital construction methods. I have established a laboratory-scale 3D concrete printing facility and developed printable cementitious systems incorporating industrial and agricultural waste as supplementary cementitious materials, fibres and nano-additives to enhance printability, mechanical performance, and durability.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">My work has resulted in publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, a published Indian patent, and presentations at leading platforms, including NICMAR Pune (ICCRIP 2025).</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">I aim to further expand funded research, consultancy, and collaborative projects with industry and government bodies while promoting innovation, prototyping, and technology transfer.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">I have also contributed to academic leadership through conference and workshop coordination and student mentoring. I have mentored 14 postgraduate dissertations and 16 undergraduate projects during my PhD, supporting the development of research skills and career readiness.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">I actively participate in conferences and faculty development programs to stay up to date on emerging technologies and pedagogical practices.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">NICMAR University&rsquo;s vision to become a globally recognized centre of excellence in construction, real estate, infrastructure, and project management education resonates strongly with my professional aspirations. Its mission to integrate academic rigour with industry practice, foster innovation, and develop leadership for nation-building aligns closely with my commitment to practice-oriented teaching and translational research.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">If given the opportunity, I aspire to contribute to NICMAR through high-quality teaching, impactful research, industry collaboration, student mentoring, and institutional development, supporting the University&rsquo;s continued growth and global standing.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;">I look forward to contributing meaningfully to NICMAR&rsquo;s academic community.</span></p>