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Hindustan Construction Company QS Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 28 Dec 2022

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QS Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 28 Dec 2022

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is rate analysis? Have you done this?
  • Ans. 

    Rate analysis is the process of determining the rates of various items of work involved in a construction project.

    • It involves breaking down the cost of a project into individual components

    • It helps in estimating the total cost of a project

    • It helps in comparing the cost of different projects

    • Yes, I have done rate analysis for various construction projects

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to calculate steel reinforcement of piles?
  • Ans. 

    Steel reinforcement of piles is calculated based on the load capacity and design of the pile.

    • Determine the load capacity and design of the pile

    • Calculate the required cross-sectional area of steel reinforcement

    • Determine the spacing and diameter of the reinforcement bars

    • Calculate the total length of steel reinforcement required

    • Consider any additional factors such as corrosion protection

    • Ensure compliance with relevant cod

  • Answered by AI

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I appeared for an interview in Aug 2019.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. How many types of structure
  • Ans. 

    There are various types of structures, including buildings, bridges, dams, tunnels, and towers.

    • Structures can be classified based on their purpose, design, and materials used.

    • Buildings can be further classified into residential, commercial, and industrial structures.

    • Bridges can be classified into beam, arch, suspension, and cable-stayed bridges.

    • Dams can be classified into gravity, arch, buttress, and embankment dams.

    • Tu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is density
  • Ans. 

    Density is the measure of mass per unit volume of a substance.

    • It is a physical property of matter.

    • It is calculated by dividing the mass of a substance by its volume.

    • Units of density include kg/m³, g/cm³, and lb/ft³.

    • Density can be used to identify substances and determine their purity.

    • For example, gold has a density of 19.3 g/cm³, while aluminum has a density of 2.7 g/cm³.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How many types of density construction
  • Ans. 

    There are two types of density construction: compacted and loose.

    • Compacted density construction involves compressing the material to increase its density, such as in road construction.

    • Loose density construction involves leaving the material in its natural state, such as in landscaping.

    • The type of density construction used depends on the intended use of the material and the desired level of compaction.

    • Other factors that...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Which types of tests construction joint
  • Ans. 

    Tests for construction joints include visual inspection, water tightness test, and load transfer test.

    • Visual inspection to check for proper joint alignment and sealant application

    • Water tightness test to ensure no water leakage through the joint

    • Load transfer test to verify the joint can handle the intended load

    • Other tests may include pull-out test, shear test, and compression test

    • Testing frequency and methods may vary d...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Where did you worked before this company
  • Ans. 

    I previously worked at XYZ Company as a Quality Engineer for 3 years.

    • Worked at XYZ Company as a Quality Engineer

    • Experience of 3 years in the role

    • Implemented quality control processes and procedures

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your role in your previous company
  • Ans. 

    I was responsible for ensuring the quality of products and processes in my previous company.

    • Developed and implemented quality control procedures

    • Conducted quality audits and inspections

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address quality issues

    • Provided training on quality standards and best practices

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why we hire you

Interview Preparation Tips

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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Steel and SHUTTERING, project management
  • Q2. Hook lenght, deduction of steel in bends

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. About last company works
  • Q2. About steel and concrete
  • Q3. Handling labours and supervisors
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About last paid salary
  • Q2. 1)Marital status 2) accomodation
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduction. Subjects have you in confidence. About project had you done in your college, what's your role.
  • Q2. Are you able to doing this work.
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction and family background
  • Q2. Is there any problem in time shifting (A/B/C)
  • Ans. 

    Time shifting can cause problems in quality control.

    • Time shifting can lead to incorrect data analysis and interpretation.

    • It can also cause delays in identifying and addressing quality issues.

    • Examples include delayed detection of defects in production processes or incorrect measurements due to time differences.

    • Proper time synchronization and documentation can help prevent time shifting problems.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Size of concrete cube
  • Ans. 

    The size of a concrete cube is typically 150mm x 150mm x 150mm for standard testing purposes.

    • Standard size for concrete cube is 150mm x 150mm x 150mm

    • Used for testing the compressive strength of concrete

    • Other sizes may be used for specific projects or requirements

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 150mm*150mm*150mm
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Qc relented matarial testing

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Civil engineering related aggregate test
  • Q2. Seive analysis of aggregate.
  • Ans. 

    Seive analysis of aggregate is a method used to determine the particle size distribution of aggregates.

    • Seive analysis involves passing a sample of aggregate through a series of sieves with progressively smaller openings.

    • The amount of material retained on each sieve is weighed and used to calculate the percentage of material passing through each sieve.

    • The results of seive analysis are used to determine the gradation of ...

  • Answered by AI

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Mix design of PQC
  • Ans. 

    PQC mix design involves determining the proportions of materials like cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures for pavement quality concrete.

    • PQC stands for Pavement Quality Concrete

    • Mix design involves determining the proportions of materials like cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures

    • Factors such as strength requirements, durability, workability, and environmental conditions are considered in mix design

    • Example: A t...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical interview all questions about civil engineering
  • Q2. 1.) Slump test procedure 2) Tbm 3) how to calculate the wt of steel 4) about site supervision Dpr Dwr And BBS of structure 5) how to calculate concrete quantity of container wall 6) about pipe line
  • Ans. 

    Questions related to site engineering including slump test, TBM, steel weight calculation, site supervision, BBS, concrete quantity calculation, and pipeline.

    • Slump test measures the consistency of concrete. Procedure involves filling a slump cone with concrete and measuring the slump after removing the cone.

    • TBM stands for Tunnel Boring Machine, used for excavating tunnels in soil or rock.

    • Weight of steel can be calculat...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

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Hindustan Construction Company Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Hindustan Construction Company QS Engineer interview?
Hindustan Construction Company interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Hindustan Construction Company interview process are Resume Shortlist and Technical.
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