Sri Balaji Marine & Civil Engineering Works

We’ve been down here on Harbour Road for quite a while now. The office is at 24-4-12, which is easy to find if you know the area. Being so close to the water, a lot of what we do involves marine work and general civil engineering. It’s a bit of a messy job sometimes, dealing with salt air and heavy structures, but we’re used to it. My father started things off small, and we just kept going with whatever work came our way from the docks and local sites. We don't have a big fancy setup, just a solid crew that knows how to handle a shovel and a welding torch. Most mornings start early because the heat gets bad by noon. We spend a lot of time out at the sites rather than sitting behind a desk. There’s always something that needs fixing or a wall that needs putting up. People around here know where to find us if they have a project that involves concrete or waterfront repairs. It’s not glamorous work, but it pays the bills and keeps the guys busy. We’ve seen the harbour change a lot over the years, but our little spot stays mostly the same. Sometimes the traffic on Harbour Road makes it hard for the trucks to get in, but we manage. If you walk past, you'll probably see us sorting out gear or checking on some blueprints. We just try to do a decent job and get home to our families.