Essar Group Assistant Engineer - Civil Interview Questions and Answers

Deduction rules for plastering in civil engineering

• Deductions are made for openings like doors and windows

• Deductions are made for thickness of plaster

• Deductions are made for uneven surfaces

• Deductions are made for wastage of material

• Deductions are made for scaffolding

• Example: If the area to be plastered is 100 sq. ft. and the area of openings is 20 sq. ft., then the net area for plastering will be 80 sq. ft.

Deduction rules for concrete

• Deductions are made to account for the shrinkage and settlement of concrete

• The deduction rate varies based on the type of concrete and the environmental conditions

• Typically, a deduction of 1/8 inch per 10 feet is made for normal weight concrete

• For lightweight concrete, the deduction rate is 1/4 inch per 10 feet

• The deductions are made from the specified dimensions of the concrete element

Concrete slump is a measure of consistency of freshly mixed concrete.

• It is measured by the slump test, which involves filling a metal cone with concrete and then removing the cone to see how much the concrete slumps or settles.

• The slump value can indicate whether the concrete is too wet or too dry, and can affect the strength and durability of the finished product.

• The ideal slump value depends on the specific applicati...read more

I have 3 years of experience working as a civil engineer for a construction company.

• Managed multiple construction projects simultaneously

• Performed site inspections and ensured compliance with building codes

• Collaborated with architects and contractors to resolve design issues

I have completed substation projects up to 220 kV.

• I have experience in completing substation projects up to 220 kV.

• I have successfully completed multiple substation projects ranging from 33 kV to 220 kV.

• I am familiar with the design and construction requirements of substation projects up to 220 kV.

• I have worked on substation projects involving transformers, switchgear, and control systems up to 220 kV.