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Updated 11 Dec 2020

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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. Any technical questions ask me
  • Q2. Difrance between OPC cement and PPC cement
  • Ans. 

    OPC cement is made from limestone and clay, while PPC cement is made from fly ash and clay.

    • OPC cement has higher strength and is used for construction of high-rise buildings and bridges.

    • PPC cement has better workability and is used for plastering and finishing works.

    • PPC cement is more eco-friendly as it uses industrial waste as a raw material.

    • OPC cement is costlier than PPC cement.

    • OPC cement is commonly used in areas w...

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  • Q3. What is two way slab
  • Ans. 

    A two way slab is a type of reinforced concrete slab that is supported by beams on all four sides.

    • Two way slab is used in buildings with large column spacing

    • It is designed to resist both positive and negative bending moments

    • It is commonly used in parking garages, commercial buildings, and residential buildings

    • Two way slab is more economical than one way slab for larger spans

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Round 3 - Assignment 

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Feb 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic fundamentals of plumbing and fire fighting system.
  • Q2. Fire pump room single line diagram and working.
  • Ans. 

    A fire pump room single line diagram illustrates the components and flow of water in fire protection systems.

    • Includes main components: fire pump, controller, water supply, and discharge piping.

    • Fire pump types: centrifugal, positive displacement, each suited for different applications.

    • Controller manages pump operation, ensuring automatic activation during fire alarms.

    • Water supply sources: municipal water, tanks, or rese...

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  • Q3. Fire pump technical data sheet detail.
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Plumbing and fire fighting NBC code Standard etc.

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary discussion.
  • Q2. Why to join our organisation.
  • Ans. 

    I am excited to join your organization for its innovative projects, collaborative culture, and commitment to professional growth.

    • Innovative Projects: Your organization is known for cutting-edge technology, such as the recent AI-driven solutions that enhance user experience.

    • Collaborative Culture: I appreciate the emphasis on teamwork, as seen in your recent cross-departmental project that improved product delivery times...

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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 in Mar 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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. LT Side Equipments
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduction & Salary
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Use of shunt relay in acb.
  • Ans. 

    A shunt relay in an ACB is used to provide protection against overcurrents by diverting excess current away from the main circuit.

    • Shunt relay is connected in parallel with the main circuit of the ACB.

    • It detects overcurrents and activates to divert the excess current through a shunt path.

    • This helps in protecting the main circuit from damage due to overcurrents.

    • Shunt relays are commonly used in Air Circuit Breakers (ACBs...

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  • Q2. What is coc in hvac.
  • Ans. 

    CoC in HVAC stands for Certificate of Conformance, which is a document certifying that a product meets specified requirements.

    • CoC in HVAC is a Certificate of Conformance that ensures a product meets specific requirements.

    • It is often required in HVAC projects to ensure quality and compliance.

    • CoC may include details such as product specifications, testing results, and manufacturer information.

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  • Q3. What is Biological oxygen demand and Carbonic oxygen demand in STP Plant.
  • Ans. 

    Biological oxygen demand (BOD) and Chemical oxygen demand (COD) are important parameters in wastewater treatment plants.

    • Biological oxygen demand (BOD) is a measure of the amount of dissolved oxygen needed by aerobic biological organisms to break down organic material in water.

    • Carbonaceous oxygen demand (COD) is a measure of the amount of oxygen required to oxidize all the organic and inorganic matter in water.

    • BOD is a ...

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  • Q4. What is voltage monitoring relay.
  • Ans. 

    A voltage monitoring relay is a device that monitors voltage levels and triggers an alarm or protective action if the voltage exceeds or falls below a set threshold.

    • Monitors voltage levels in electrical systems

    • Triggers alarm or protective action if voltage exceeds or falls below set threshold

    • Used to protect equipment from damage due to voltage fluctuations

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  • Q5. Working principle of wtp plant.
  • Ans. 

    WTP plant works on the principle of physical and chemical processes to remove impurities from water.

    • Water enters the plant and goes through processes like coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection.

    • Coagulation involves adding chemicals to water to make impurities clump together.

    • Flocculation helps in forming larger particles called floc for easier removal.

    • Sedimentation allows the floc to sett...

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  • Q6. What is your daily and monthly Reports.
  • Ans. 

    I provide daily and monthly reports on project progress, issues, and key metrics to track performance.

    • Daily reports include updates on tasks completed, challenges faced, and plans for the next day.

    • Monthly reports summarize overall progress, budget status, and any potential risks or delays.

    • Reports may also include key performance indicators (KPIs) such as project milestones achieved, budget variance, and resource utiliz...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - keep mind relax interview time. And focus your daily work activities .
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Building and roads related

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary and other details
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Building and roads project related
  • Q2. Like part of building

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jun 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Related to building &infrastructure execution

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Detail execution process, billing related issue, contractor issue, material problem, hr related queries, technical interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Describe in general, the various stages in construction of residential buildings.
  • Ans. 

    The stages in construction of residential buildings include planning, design, site preparation, foundation, framing, utilities, interior and exterior finishes, and final inspection.

    • Planning: Determine the project scope, budget, and timeline.

    • Design: Create architectural and structural plans.

    • Site preparation: Clear the land and prepare it for construction.

    • Foundation: Construct the base of the building.

    • Framing: Build the ...

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  • Q2. Area of interest (subjects)
  • Ans. 

    Structural engineering, transportation engineering, and geotechnical engineering

    • Structural engineering: designing and analyzing structures such as buildings, bridges, and dams

    • Transportation engineering: planning and designing transportation systems, including roads, highways, and airports

    • Geotechnical engineering: studying soil and rock mechanics to ensure the stability of structures and foundations

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  • Q3. How will you define stress in simple terms? Explain with example
  • Ans. 

    Stress is the force per unit area that a material experiences when subjected to an external load.

    • Stress is a measure of the internal forces within a material

    • It is calculated as force per unit area

    • Stress can cause deformation or failure of a material

    • Example: A bridge under heavy traffic experiences stress due to the weight of the vehicles

    • Example: A metal rod being pulled apart by two opposing forces experiences stress

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  • Q4. Questions on soft ware knowledge.
  • Q5. Basic questions on materials like cement, tests performed, academic subject marks
  • Q6. What do you know about project scheduling? Any soft ware in particular ?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just relax; revise basics more related to residential buildings. If you have experience do mention in CV and also describe in detail.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Previous roles and responsibilities, reason for leaving the previous job
  • Q2. What are the activities, you have handled
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Discussing the overall experience technically
  • Q2. Various activities, about steel, manpower management, procurement
  • Q3. Cranes, concrete pumps, RMC, vendor management, followup with different consultant and dept, coordination and correspondence.
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. This was also technical round, Challanges faced on last project
  • Q2. Project details of all executed projects
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to change, expectations and the type of project you have done so far, & final negotiation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared about you previous experience, the roles and responsibilities. And technically sound.
Be confident

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Start to bottom rcc work up to finishing work
  • Q2. Finishing sequence(block work- concild zari -waterproof work-concild piping, electrical work- internal gypsum., dado work, painting work

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Experience of building &infrastructure execution work

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