Junaid Mehkri
About Junaid Mehkri
Junaid Mehkri is a Senior Project Engineer at DPR Construction in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a background in mechanical engineering and project management. He has experience managing construction activities for major projects and has previously held roles at Engenius Erectors Pvt. Ltd.
Work at DPR Construction
Currently, Junaid Mehkri serves as a Senior Project Engineer at DPR Construction, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he manages various construction projects. His responsibilities include overseeing design coordination, procurement, and construction activities. He ensures that projects comply with relevant standards and regulations, contributing to the successful delivery of construction initiatives.
Previous Experience at Engenius Erectors Pvt. Ltd.
Junaid Mehkri worked at Engenius Erectors Pvt. Ltd. from 2015 to 2019. He began as a Junior Executive - Management for two years before transitioning to a Management Executive role for one year. In these positions, he gained experience in project management and operational oversight, which laid the foundation for his current role in construction engineering.
Education and Expertise
Junaid Mehkri holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from PES University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Project Management from Northwestern University, completing the program in 2020. Additionally, he achieved the CORe Credential of Readiness from Harvard Business School Online in 2019. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and project management methodologies.
Leadership in Lean Construction
At Northwestern University, Junaid Mehkri co-founded the Lean Construction Institute's student Community of Practice (CoP). This initiative focused on Lean Construction methodologies, promoting efficiency and waste reduction in construction processes. His involvement in this community reflects his commitment to advancing industry practices and fostering collaboration among peers.
Project Management Experience
Junaid Mehkri has managed various significant projects, including the Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, where he ensured compliance with HCAI/OSHPD standards. He led the punchlist process for the Zymergen Corporate HQ buildout, working closely with clients and subcontractors. Additionally, he coordinated the final phase of the J&J Project Karl for Janssen Pharmaceuticals and oversaw the Miltenyi Biotec QC/PD Lab Phase 2 project, managing critical project components such as RFIs and city inspections.