19th Executive Committee (2026 – 2027)
President
Name: Er. Thakur P Sharma
Education: B. Tech (Civil), 1986, M. Sc. Water Resources Engineering, 2004
Position: Managing Director, Full Bright Consultancy (P) Ltd.
Email: president@scaef.org.np
Er. Sharma, who has more than 37 years of experience, currently holds the position of Managing Director and associated with the firm since 2004. A Water Resource Engineer by profession has moved to a management position. He is currently the President of the Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF) Nepal for the period of 2024~2025 AD. He was actively involved with SCAEF since the last 4 years, contributing to the cause of SCAEF. In the past, as a professional engineer, he has provided inputs for different government and private sectors alike in various capacities from design engineer, irrigation engineer, water resource engineer, and later stage of his career as Team Leader, Project Coordinator for various infrastructure development projects in which his firm is associated with national and international partners.
Vice President
Name: Er. Kamal Karki
Education: B.E. (Civil Engineering), 2006, Masters (Construction Management), 2011
Position: Director, SLATE Consultants (P) Ltd.
Email: vp@scaef.org.np
Er. Karki holds an overall experience of 17 years in the sector of planning, development, and implementation of civil infrastructure projects. His primary area of expertise involves contract management, procurement, policy interventions, and project management/coordination. His services are provided in many national pride projects (Gautam Buddha International Airport Upgradation Project, Construction of Pokhara International Airport, Pushpalal Midhill Highway, North-South corridor, to name a few). He also worked as an Expert Member in a high-level committee for monitoring and policy coordination in the Kathmandu Terai Fast Track. Mr. Karki oversees business development, quality assurance, professional networking, and project management for Slate Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
General Secretary
Name: Er. Mandakini Karki
Education: Bachelor of Economics and Social Science, (2006); Bachelor of Civil Engineering, (2010); Masters in Geotechnical Engineering, (2020)
Position: Technical Director, Soil Test (P) Ltd.
Email: generalsecretary@scaef.org.np
Er. Karki is a highly experienced professional with over 13 years of expertise in the engineering sector. Her broad experience encompasses both national and international projects, providing her with a diverse perspective and a comprehensive understanding of various engineering practices. She is dedicated to enhancing and developing quality control mechanisms in materials testing and the Geotechnical sector to make policymakers aware of the critical considerations and their impact on any infrastructure projects, allowing her to develop effective solutions to ensure the durability and safety of the constructed structures.
Er. Karki’s exceptional professional background and advanced qualifications make her a valuable asset in the engineering industry. Her ability to blend theoretical knowledge with practical experience enables her to tackle complex engineering challenges with confidence and precision. With her extensive experience in the transportation sector, she is well-equipped to contribute to the successful execution of future projects in this field.
Deputy General Secretary
Name: Er. Bharat Prasad Banjara
Education: B.E. Civil Engineering, M.Sc. Transportation Engineering and Management, M.A. Rural Development
Position: Managing Director, Civil Link Engineering Consultant
Er. Banjara has more than 20 years of professional experience in consulting services, particularly in the transportation sector. He consistently seeks the amalgamation of professionalism, ethics, integrity, and business excellence.
Message: Never give up raising your voice for the fair development and growth of your profession.
Treasurer
Name: Er. Dipendra Kumar Jha
Education: Bachelor in Civil Engineering (2010), Kathmandu Engineering College, Tribhuvan University
Position: Managing Director, Pertinent Engineering Consultancy (P) Ltd.
Email: treasurer@scaef.org.np
Er. Jha, who has more than 13 years of experience in the Civil Engineering Field, started his career in a Construction Company. He was involved in a feasibility study of different Hydropower during his Job at Shah Consult International. He established his own Firm in 2011, and after that, he was active in the consultancy sector. In his beginning year, he was involved in detailed engineering surveys, design, and report writing of various Irrigation, Road, and Water supply projects. Later on, he moved to a management position in his firm. He has a good capacity to handle any project with high motivation. He was also actively involved in different events organized by SCAEF.
EC Member
Name: Ar. Aruna Tandukar
Education: M.Sc. in Urban Management Development, Institute of Housing Studies, Erasmus University (2009), Rotterdam, The Netherlands, and B.Arch, Institute of Engineering (IOE), Pulchowk Campus, Tribhuwan University (2004), Kathmandu, Nepal
Position: Managing Director, Grid Consult (P) Ltd.
Ar. Tandukar works as an architect and urban planner, focusing on sustainable design, heritage conservation, and strategic urban development projects.
EC Member
Name: Er. Nidar Shrestha
Education: M.Sc. Transportation Engineering and Management (NEC), M.A. Sociology, (T.U.), B.E. Civil Engineering, (I.O.E.)
Position: Chairman, Samsiddhi Engineering (P) Ltd.
Er. Shrestha is a Civil Engineer with over 21 years of experience in civil and transportation engineering and infrastructure management. A member of the 19th Executive Committee of SCAEF Nepal, he currently serves as Chairman of Samsiddhi Engineering Pvt. Ltd. and actively promotes ethical practice, professional excellence, and institutional development within the consulting sector.
EC Member
Name: Er. Shekhar Jha
Education: M.Sc. in Transportation And Engineering Management, PU (2020), BE, TU, I.O.E, K.E.C (2011)
Position: Director, Y.G.F. Consultant (P) Ltd.
Er. Jha is an experienced Transportation Engineer with 14+ years in the consulting industry, delivering high-value transportation solutions for complex urban and regional projects. Known for building trusted client relationships, leading diverse project teams, and balancing technical rigor with practical decision-making to achieve project goals. Extensive background supporting government agencies and private developers through all project phases, from feasibility and modeling to design and implementation. Strong track record in quality assurance, client management, and mentoring junior engineers. Committed to upholding high professional standards, ethical practice, and collaborative knowledge-sharing to advance the consulting profession and deliver value-driven outcomes for clients and communities.
EC Member
Name: Ar. Sugandha Subedi
Education: Bachelors in Architecture (2013) IOE, Pulchowk Campus. M.Sc.(Construction Management)2017,IOE, Pulchowk Campus
Position: Director and Principal Architect, Ripple Training & Consulting Services (P) Ltd.
Ar. Subedi is a Senior Architect and development professional with 10+ years of experience in urban planning, infrastructure development, and post-disaster recovery across Nepal. He holds an MSc in Construction Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from the Institute of Engineering, Pulchowk Campus (Tribhuvan University).
As a Director and Principal Architect at Ripple Training and Consulting Services (P) Ltd., he has led 70+ projects across 45+ municipalities, delivering urban master plans, healthcare facilities, climate-resilient settlements, cultural heritage projects, and DRR interventions. His work includes national-level policy support under JICA, UNDP, CRS, MOFA-Japan, and the World Bank, including Kathmandu Valley post-COVID urban resilience planning and large-scale earthquake reconstruction supporting over 95,000 households.
EC Member
Name: Er. Hari Prasad Paudel
Education: B.E. (Civil Engineering), 2010; M.Sc. (Water Resources Engineering), 2016, IOE
Position: Managing Director, Ink Consult (P) Ltd.
Er. Paudel is an ethical and committed Water Resources Professional with over 15 years of experience in the civil engineering sector, specializing in the study, planning, and design of irrigation systems, flood management works, and water storage infrastructure. His expertise includes hydraulic design for irrigation, flood control, bridge-related hydraulics, and storage dams, along with hydrological analysis, watershed management, and the planning and design of lift water projects for irrigation and water supply. As the founding Director of Ink Consult, he bears strong organizational management, project coordination, and the delivery of engineering consulting services, while upholding professional ethics and quality practice in the engineering consulting sector.
EC Member
Name: Er. Ashaya Ojha
Education: B.E. (Civil Engineering), 2014, Master’s in Urban Planning, 2016.
Position: Executive Director, SITARA Consult (P) Ltd.
Er. Ojha has been engaged in the field of engineering since 2014, with his early career focused primarily on Building Design and Construction Supervision. His professional scope broadened significantly after joining SITARA in 2016, where he contributed across diverse assignments as a Civil Engineer and Urban Planner, consistently demonstrating strong ethics and dedication. He currently serves as the Executive Director of SITARA Consult Pvt. Ltd., where he leads overall project management, business development, and quality assurance. His core commitment is to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes, guided by a rigorous adherence to professional standards and conduct.