<p>I, Dr. Snehal Uttam Bobade, am applying to be an assistant professor of construction project planning and scheduling at NICMAR University in Pune. I have a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2024) and an M.Tech in Construction Management from Savitribai Phule Pune University, which have given me a solid academic background and research proficiency in construction management.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; My academic vision is strongly aligned with NICMAR's industry-integrated approach and dedication to produce professionals who are ready for the workforce. Planning and scheduling, in my opinion, are strategic leadership tasks that have a direct impact on project performance, cost management, and on-time delivery. Through case studies, decision-making exercises, and project management tools like Primavera and MS Project, my teaching philosophy places an emphasis on conceptual clarity, analytical thinking, and application-oriented learning.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; My doctoral study enhanced my knowledge of decision-support systems, infrastructure planning, and data-driven approaches. In addition to contributing to research fields including sustainable project planning, risk-informed scheduling, and digital construction management systems, I am eager to teach postgraduate students in structured research, statistical analysis, and scholarly publication.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; In addition to teaching, I want to support workshops, industrial partnerships, curriculum improvement, and academic projects that bolster NICMAR's academic leadership. In addition to being a teacher, I regard myself as a mentor who develops capable, moral, and future-ready construction professionals.It would be an honor and a chance to significantly contribute to NICMAR University's legacy of excellence in construction management education.</p>