Navin Shakya

About Me


Hi, I’m Navin Shakya!

I’m an engineering geologist with over 15 years of experience, and I’ve spent most of my career working on cool stuff like hydropower plants and transmission lines. Basically, I’m the person who figures out how tricky ground conditions could mess with construction sites or infrastructure. My job is all about blending geology and engineering to make sure projects are safe, sustainable, and built to last.

I specialize in identifying potential geological risks during site investigations, project design and project implementation. I’m also experienced in leading teams, authoring comprehensive geological assessments, and innovating risk mitigation strategies for complex geological environments. My goal is to help keep projects running smoothly while protecting the environment and making sure essential infrastructure stays strong and safe.

Right now, I’m working as the Assistant General Manager at the Energy Business of Golyan, where I’m focused on hydropower, solar, transmission line and other infrastructure projects.

Education

Bachelors in science (B. Sc), Tribhuvan University (2005)
Masters in science (M. Sc), Tribhuvan University (2008)

Skills

GIS: ArcGIS, QGIS, Global Mapper
Geomechanics: Unwedge, RocData, Dips, Slide2
FEM: RS2, Plaxis 2D
CAD: AutoCAD

Employment

Present: Golyan (from 2021)
Previous: Jade Consult (2017-2021)

Working Projects

Upper Balephi Hydropower Project (46 MW), Sindhupalchowk
Namlan Khola Hydroelectric Project (135 MW), Mugu
Upper Mugu Karnali Hydroelectric Projct (306 MW), Mugu
Lower Apsuwa Hydropower Project (54 MW), Sankhuwasabha