<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">I am writing to express my strong interest in joining NICMAR as an Assistant Professor in the School of Construction Technology and Management. With a deep passion for both academia and the construction industry, and a firm commitment to nurturing the next generation of professionals, I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to NICMAR&rsquo;s esteemed academic community.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have developed a broad set of skills and experiences that align well with this role. I hold a Ph.D. in Construction Technology and Management and have served as an Assistant Lecturer at NITK, where I handled various M.Tech (CTM) courses. NITK offers an L&amp;T-sponsored BIS program, under which I taught subjects such as Organizational Behaviour and Construction Personnel Management. My doctoral research, conducted under the guidance of Prof. Gangadhar Mahesh, proposed a validated framework for Personnel Performance Appraisal (PPA) in the construction industry. The study identified key performance dimensions across three levels of management and highlighted shortcomings in existing appraisal practices. The proposed framework aims to strengthen the HRM function and appraisal systems in the Indian construction context.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">In addition to academic experience, I served as Program Coordinator at InCoBAN for seven months, where I delivered professional training programs on Cost Management for construction professionals from reputed organizations. This role gave me valuable exposure beyond classroom teaching, enhancing my skills as a trainer and program manager. Managing multiple responsibilities sharpened my organizational and communication skills while deepening my engagement with industry practices. It also broadened my understanding of the practical challenges faced by professionals, further enriching my academic perspective.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">I look forward to advancing this line of research and collaborating with the distinguished faculty at NICMAR to further its practical relevance and impact. Beyond my dissertation, I am keen to explore research areas such as human resource management particularly personnel management, organizational culture in the Indian construction sector, and the role of automation in shaping workforce dynamics. My interest lies in understanding how human resource factors influence project outcomes. These are just a few directions I hope to pursue, and I am confident NICMAR&rsquo;s research-oriented ecosystem will support this growth. I am also eager to contribute through scholarly publications, aligned with NICMAR&rsquo;s emphasis on research and academic excellence.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">NICMAR&rsquo;s vibrant academic culture, thought leadership in construction education, and commitment to innovation are key factors that inspire me to be part of the institution. I am motivated by its vision to shape ethical, competent, and future-ready professionals, and I am committed to contributing to this vision through my teaching, research, and institutional responsibilities.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to NICMAR&rsquo;s mission and to be a part of its journey of academic and professional excellence.</span></p>