HUTTO, TX, September 09, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sai Kothapalli has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Marked by progressive leadership roles and a commitment to innovation, Mr. Kothapalli has established himself as a prominent figure in the construction and technology industries. In 2024, he assumed the position of technical program manager at Accenture, where he facilitates research to identify organizational challenges, creates automation processes within the construction space and optimizes business operations for clients worldwide.

Prior to joining Accenture, Mr. Kothapalli served as a senior construction manager at Tesla Austin from 2023 to 2024. As a senior construction manager, he led Tesla's first in-house data center project — a milestone that stands among his proudest achievements. Despite the company's limited experience in assembling data centers, he oversaw the design and construction of a 20 megawatt-hour pilot facility within one of the company's factory sites. This project involved pioneering work with Tesla's Dojo supercomputer cabinet and the implementation of water-cooled server racks for its infrastructure — a technically rewarding innovation. Working under a strict deadline and budget limitations, he delivered the completed project within a compressed five-month timeline, demonstrating exceptional leadership and technical acumen.

From 2021 to 2023, Mr. Kothapalli held the role of construction manager at Tesla Fremont, where he contributed to large-scale projects that advanced the company's infrastructure capabilities. His earlier experience includes three years as an assistant project manager and senior project engineer at Webcor, a San Francisco-based commercial construction entity where he managed project schedules and coordinated multidisciplinary teams to ensure the timely delivery of complex construction initiatives. He began his professional journey as a project engineer at Murray Company — a leading mechanical contracting organization — from 2017 to 2018 after completing an internship there in 2016.

Throughout his career, Mr. Kothapalli has been recognized for his thought leadership and contributions to industry knowledge. He was featured on popular podcasts such as "Brick by Brick" and "The Builders Table." On the "Brick by Brick" podcast, he discussed how artificial intelligence can be used to quantify project risk for construction managers and superintendents. Equally committed to sharing insights through written works, he has conducted independent research with both Tesla and Accenture, resulting in approximately 25 published papers across 10 global journals. Furthermore, he has completed more than 35 peer reviews for academic publications, contributing significantly to scholarly discourse and advancement by evaluating emerging research.

Dedicated to the ideals of continuous learning, Mr. Kothapalli completed a postgraduate program in machine learning business applications at The University of Texas at Austin in 2023, equipping him with advanced skills that inform his current work in automation and artificial intelligence. Prior to that, he earned a Master of Science in construction management from California State University, Long Beach in 2016 — during which he was also an active member of Chi Epsilon and Tau Beta Phi — and a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from PSG College of Technology in India in 2014.

To expand his professional qualifications, Mr. Kothapalli was certified as an energy and environmental design leader (LEED AP) by the United States Green Building Council in 2021. He is also a licensed engineer in California and recognized as a professional engineer by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

Along with his education, Mr. Kothapalli attributes his success to the unwavering support of mentors such as Jimmy De John, Wayne Mosley and Bill Mackey — individuals who believed in him early on and have continued to provide guidance throughout his multifaceted career. He is also grateful to his wife, Pooja, for her consistent encouragement and expresses deep gratitude to his parents in India for their sacrifices and trust in his education and growth.

Born in Hyderabad, India, Mr. Kothapalli enjoys learning new coding techniques through YouTube, playing tennis and volleyball and reading books during his personal time. Also known for lending his construction and technical skills to community service initiatives, he engages in volunteer work with Austin Habitat for Humanity and Solar Works.

In the coming years, Mr. Kothapalli aims to serve as a role model for young graduates and aspiring professionals by demonstrating that career transitions into fields such as coding and machine learning are attainable through dedication and consistency. He also plans to continue advancing automation within the construction industry, striving to inspire others while driving technological adoption across the sector. His journey from his beginnings in India to making a meaningful impact in the United States reflects his steadfast commitment to excellence and passion for helping others through everything he does.

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