Piyush Jajpuria
About Piyush Jajpuria
Piyush Jajpuria is a Senior Project Manager at DPR Construction, with extensive experience in project management and engineering across various sectors. He has a background in civil engineering and construction management, having worked on significant projects in both the United States and India.
Work at DPR Construction
Piyush Jajpuria currently serves as a Senior Project Manager at DPR Construction, a position he has held since 2022 in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Prior to this role, he worked as a Project Manager at DPR Construction from 2019 to 2022. His earlier tenure at the company includes two years as a Senior Project Engineer from 2017 to 2019, also in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. Throughout his time at DPR Construction, he has been involved in various projects, including those for the United States Army Corps of Engineers.
Education and Expertise
Piyush Jajpuria holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Civil Engineering from Sardar Patel College of Engineering in Mumbai, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Construction Engineering and Project Management from The University of Texas at Austin, studying from 2013 to 2015. His academic background supports his expertise in managing complex construction projects across various sectors.
Background
Before joining DPR Construction, Piyush Jajpuria gained experience as a Site Engineer at Lodha Group in Mumbai, India, from 2011 to 2013. He also worked as a Project Engineer Intern at Fellgroup in Austin, Texas, for six months in 2014. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Research Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin from 2014 to 2015. His diverse background in engineering roles has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of project management in the construction industry.
Achievements
Piyush Jajpuria has successfully completed various significant projects, including expansions and renovations in the healthcare sector, such as emergency departments and intensive care units. He has also worked on major high-rise projects in India, including the 117-floor Lodha World One and the 65-floor Lodha New Cuffe Parade Project. His contributions extend to serving on the advisory panel of the Customer Experience program for the University of Houston C.T. Bauer College of Business.
Interests and Professional Development
Piyush Jajpuria has a strong interest in learning about emerging technologies in the construction industry. He enjoys exploring new places and tackling challenging projects while collaborating with a fun team. This enthusiasm for innovation and teamwork reflects his commitment to professional growth and development within the field.