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2026

April 2026

Industry Oriention

Panel-led sessions for Second and Third year students — introducing India’s construction landscape, career pathways, and the professionals who build them.

Mr. Y. V. Gopala Krishna Murthy — Co-Founder Director

OUCE Batch 1984–88 · Founder & Chairman, ACE Group of Institutions

Founder & Chairman, ACE Group of Institutions, Hyderabad — one of Telangana’s leading engineering education groups
Career began with AP Roads & Buildings (R&B) Department; decades of leadership in engineering education and institutional development
Established CENA’s strategic partnership with ACE Engineering College

Mr. K. Bikshapathi — Founder Director

OUCE Batch 1976–81

Civil Engineer, Osmania University 1981; joined AP Roads & Buildings Department 1982, rising to Engineer-in-Chief in 2013
Delivered landmark highways, bridges, and building projects across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Pioneered e-Procurement reforms in government — earned the United Nations Public Service Award (2008); case studies published by the World Bank and Government of India journals
Director General, National Academy of Construction (NAC) 2017–2024 — transformed NAC into a premier institution for construction skill development, earning CIDC Vishwakarma Award, ASSOCHAM Placement Award, and Golden Peacock National Training Award
Board member — NICMAR, HITEX; Board of Studies, Osmania University Civil Engineering Department
Guest faculty — ASCI, ESCI, CGG, and MCRHRD Institute; continues to contribute actively to the construction industry

Mr. G. Venkata Prasad — Founder Director

OUCE Batch 1976–81 · Principal, GVP Consulting

Founded CENA to bridge the gap between engineering education and industry practice
GVP Consulting – Provides apt and agile project management solutions and strategic direction to construction organizations — enhancing execution performance, strengthening project controls, and delivering measurable outcomes
Over 40 years of leadership at L&T Construction across buildings, infrastructure, industrial, and power sectors
Former Director of Operations, Deep Foundations Institute of India (DFII)
Author, Building a New India: Fortifying the Indian Construction Industry (foreword by S N Subrahmanyan, CMD, L&T); sequel forthcoming
Published and presented papers in leading infrastructure magazines and construction conferences; active speaker and mentor at engineering colleges and professional forums
Regular guest lecturer at engineering institutions and industry forums; committed to mentoring young engineers and building industry-academia bridges

Matrusri Engineering College

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana

Programs Active:

Construction Industry Orientation
Internship Program
Student Project Work
Guest Lecture Series
Professional Assessments
Placement Support

Student Eligibility: Third and fourth-year civil engineering students
Partnership Highlights: Progressive approach to practical engineering education, active student engagement, and institutional commitment to career development.

ACE Engineering College

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana

Programs Active:

Construction Industry Orientation
Internship Program
Student Project Work
Guest Lecture Series
Professional Assessments
Placement Support

Student Eligibility: Third and fourth-year civil engineering students
Partnership Highlights: Strong institutional support for industry-academia integration, excellent infrastructure facilities, and committed faculty participation in DNA programs.

Hill International

Cost Consultancy & Project Management Collaboration: Global leader in cost consultancy and project management services. Students receive training in project controls, cost engineering, and international construction standards.

Areas of Engagement:

Cost management training
Project controls expertise
International best practices
Mega-project execution insights

Preca

Precast Construction Technology Collaboration: Pioneers in precast construction systems and modern construction methodologies. Students learn about prefabricated construction, modular building systems, and efficient construction techniques.

Areas of Engagement:

Precast construction projects
Modern construction methods
Manufacturing processes
Efficiency and quality systems

Dr VSR Consultants

Geotechnical Engineering Collaboration: Leading geotechnical consultancy providing expertise in foundation engineering, soil investigation, and specialized foundation systems. Students gain deep knowledge in geotechnical analysis and foundation design.

Areas of Engagement:

Geotechnical project work
Foundation design training
Soil mechanics expertise
Site investigation methodologies

Revolve Engineers

Water Treatment & Environmental Engineering Collaboration: Specialized in Water Treatment Plants (WTP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) implementation. Students work on environmental engineering projects and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Areas of Engagement

WTP and STP project work
Environmental engineering training
Sustainable infrastructure practices
Specialized system design

My Homes Construction

Real Estate Development Collaboration: Leading real estate developer specializing in residential and commercial projects. Students gain insights into modern building construction, real estate project management, and residential development practices.

Areas of Engagement:
• Residential building project exposure
• Real estate development insights
• Project management methodologies
• Quality assurance practices

L & T Construction

Integrated Construction & Infrastructure Collaboration: India’s leading construction conglomerate, providing students with exposure to mega infrastructure projects, advanced construction technologies, and comprehensive mentorship from industry leaders.

Areas of Engagement:

Live project case studies
Expert mentorship programs
Site visits to landmark projects
Internship opportunities
Placement partnerships

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