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Kabin R. Luitel PE, CFM

Engineering Leader
Bridging Transportation Infrastructure with AI & Advanced Technology

Executive Profile

Dynamic and results-driven Engineering Leader with 12+ years of progressive experience in transportation infrastructure, specializing in managing multidisciplinary teams, delivering large-scale design-build projects, and driving strategic innovations that enhance performance and operational efficiency. Recognized for mentoring and developing high-performing engineering teams, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and championing the integration of advanced technologies and AI to accelerate industry transformation and deliver smarter, more efficient transportation solutions.

Engineering Automation Portfolio

Python-Powered Workflow & Application Library Designed and deployed a comprehensive suite of engineering automation tools — spanning web applications, desktop GUIs, and data pipelines — to eliminate manual effort and accelerate design workflows across Transportation and Water Resources:
  • Web Application Development: Built a full-stack SOQ non-responsiveness tool using Python/Django backend with JavaScript and HTML frontend, improving design-build procurement delivery accuracy and speed.
  • Contract & Compliance Tools: Developed tools to identify discrepancies in contracts, track contract changes, and verify DPOR licenses — automating hours of manual compliance checking.
  • Hydraulic Engineering Tools: HEC-RAS parallel processing core selector, stream channel burning from bathymetry survey data, and automated VDOT drainage description generator saving hours of manual drafting.
  • Hydrology & BMP Tools: Curve number calculator integrating NLCD land cover and USDA Soil Survey API; BMP grading automation integrating HydroCAD and ArcGIS for 1-year channel protection and 10-year flood compliance.
  • Geospatial & Design Pipeline: Bridge survey data extraction and cleansing pipeline for modelling; TIN-to-XML conversion; storm sewer profile generator saving hundreds of engineer-hours per year.

Professional Experience

Senior Project Delivery Engineer — Alternative Project Delivery Feb 2025 – Present
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
  • Lead statewide design-build procurement and manage project delivery teams across Virginia.
  • Oversee cross-disciplinary collaboration to ensure alignment of design, schedule, and budget.
  • Streamlined procurement operations to ensure consistency while advocating for design-build integration principles.
  • Drive process innovation to improve project controls and procurement efficiency statewide.
Senior Project Delivery Engineer — Water Resources Aug 2024 – Feb 2025
Stantec Inc.
  • Mentored water resources design teams on complex infrastructure and FEMA projects.
  • Assisted in pursuit strategy for design-build proposals ensuring technical excellence and innovation.
  • Coordinated with clients and agencies to deliver compliant and cost-effective design solutions.
Senior Project Delivery Engineer — Water Resources Dec 2021 – Aug 2024
Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT)
  • Managed design engineers; coordinated staffing, scheduling, performance reviews, and hiring.
  • Led water resources design for complex transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Assisted in pursuit strategy for design-build proposals ensuring technical excellence and innovation.
  • Provided mentorship and created long-term career plans and professional development strategies for team members.
  • Created alternative best practices for the department driven by advanced technology integration.
Project Delivery Engineer — Water Resources Sep 2017 – Dec 2021
Rummel, Klepper & Kahl (RK&K)
  • Led Transportation Infrastructure projects in Water Resources across Virginia and North Carolina.
  • Developed innovative modeling frameworks using GIS and custom programming tools.
Early Career & Research
Graduate Research Assistant Aug 2016 – Aug 2017
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
  • Solved parking congestion at Neyland Stadium during large events using geo-spatial modelling.
  • Developed integrated web maps and analyzed driving behavior and traffic patterns.
Founder / Managing Director — General Civil Jan 2014 – Jul 2016
Metric Consultant Pvt. Ltd
  • Structural analysis of high-rise and residential buildings.
  • Community drainage improvements, flood plain analysis, and drinking water network modelling.
  • Roadway, bridge, and building maintenance and demolition projects.

Core Competencies

Innovation & Research
Led research initiatives implementing technology-driven solutions for procurement, engineering design, and technical workflows. Championed automation, advanced analytics, and AI-driven tools to improve decision-making.
Project Management & Execution
Experienced in executing complex projects, managing pursuits and proposals, presentations, and scope development to ensure successful and on-budget delivery.
Leadership & Development
Mentors and coaches team members with individualized guidance, resolves conflicts constructively, and develops long-term career plans to help engineers reach their full potential.
Strategic Planning & Operations
Develops and executes strategic plans aligned with organizational goals. Manages budgets and resources efficiently while identifying and mitigating project and operational risks.
Contract Management
Skilled in Design-Build contract development, solicitation, and award. Collaborates with districts and multidisciplinary teams ensuring adherence to schedules and procurement protocols.
Policy & Procedure Development
Proficient in creating and implementing policies, procedures, and guidelines for Alternative Project Delivery, with demonstrated success improving processes through effective project controls.
Compliance Oversight
Experienced in monitoring and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and procurement standards across transportation projects.
Engineering & Design Expertise
Deep expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, bridge scour, geospatial analysis, stormwater management, structural analysis, big data, traffic simulation, and crash analysis.