A graduate of LD Engineering College at Gujarat University, Paulin Modi also earned a master of civil engineering from the University of Detroit Mercy, following which he began his career as a senior project manager at RK Engineering in Michigan. He spent five years here before becoming partner at Giffels Webster. In 2017, Paulin Modi founded the Rochester Hills, Michigan-based civil engineering firm S.M. Engineers.

As president and partner of the firm, Paul Modi leverages his extensive industry experience to create cost-effective design plans for private and public developments. He also specializes in green design principles. He oversees all aspects of the business, including marketing, financial management, regulatory and safety compliance, and human resources.

Paul Modi has worked on a number of notable projects throughout his career. These include for The American Spinning Mill in Greenville, South Carolina, and Michigan properties such as Atherton East Townhouses, Megna Extension, and Rochester Hills Trio Mixed Use Development. Outside of his professional pursuits he volunteers in temple, and enjoys playing tennis with friends at his local athletic club and traveling with his family.