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Abhishiktha Varma D

MEP Manager
Visakhapatnam

Summary

Results-oriented Procurement Purchasing Manager (MEP) with 11+ years of experience in optimizing procurement processes, reducing costs, enhancing supplier relationships, man management and MEP execution in the Construction industry. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my skills and expertise to drive efficiency and profitability for a forward-thinking organization.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager (MEP Procurement)

L&T Construction
Visakhapatnam
01.2023 - Current
  • Finalized Order worth 240 Cr for a Govt project with works ranging from HVAC, Fire fighting, Plumbing & Compressor works
  • Finalization of packages include Pumps (approx 140nos), Compressors, AHUs, VRV units (240 HP cum.), pipes (MS, SS, CuNi, PVC, CPVC, GI, FRP), valves (all types) etc
  • As per specification and clients requirement
  • Finalizing of back to back orders for Treatment plants (STP, WTP, RO Plants), Water Mist Package and low side works after extensive vendor evaluation and cost analysis
  • Negotiate and maintain relationships with suppliers to secure favourable terms and pricing agreements
  • Lead vendor evaluation and selection processes to enhance supplier diversity and reliability
  • Coordination with other functional teams - contracts, design, finance, site execution from material order till installation, testing & commissioning
  • Effectively got Change Orders (Variation) approved by client

Assistant Manager (MEP Procurement)

L&T Construction
Visakhapatnam
06.2019 - 12.2022
  • Finalized Order worth 240 Cr for a Govt project with works ranging from HVAC, Fire fighting, Plumbing & Compressor works
  • Close interaction with Design team along with suppliers to finalize on the right product as per the project requirement
  • Interacted with Client for getting the technical approval for the products before placing order

Assistant Manager MEP

L&T Construction
Hyderabad
12.2017 - 05.2019
  • Successfully managed HVAC & FPS systems worth 60 Cr during construction of IIT Hyderabad (Phase 1) by ensuring adherence to project timelines and compliance to project specifications
  • Work involved material receivable to handing over including installation, testing & commissioning of HVAC & FPS works
  • Managed 80 workmen at peak
  • Collaborated with suppliers/subcontractors to improve delivery schedules and inventory management

Assistant Manager MEP

L&T Construction
Vijayawada
08.2016 - 11.2017
  • In-charge of HVAC & FPS systems during construction of AP Interim Govt Complex ensuring adherence to project timelines and compliance to project specifications
  • Works involved 2200HP of VRV works including units, piping and ducting
  • FPS works involved both Sprinkler and Hydrant works
  • Successfully commissioned and handed over both the above packages to client along with Fire NOC

Senior Engineer MEP

L&T Construction
Hyderabad
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Actively coordinated MEP activities on construction site - NGRI Metro station (Hyderabad Metro Rail Project)., ensuring progress and efficient communication among all parties involved
  • Coordinated with MEP subcontractors to ensure the timely delivery and installation HVAC & FPS systems for total seven stations involved in the package

Graduate Engineer Trainee MEP

L&T Construction
Nagpur
07.2012 - 06.2013
  • Involved in the erection of structural steel for hangar of 3000MT at MRO Boeing project
  • Responsible for installation of HVAC low side works
  • Maintained accurate records of MEP installations, changes, and approvals

Education

MTech - Construction Technology & Management

National Institute of Technology
Surathkal, Karnataka
07.2016

BTech - Mechanical Engineering

Bapatla Engineering College
Bapatla, AP
05.2012

Skills

  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Cross Functional Collaboration
  • MEP systems coordination
  • Cost Control & Budget Management
  • Decision-making
  • Workforce management
  • Contract management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Negotiation
  • Vendor management
  • Change management

Languages

Telugu
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Manager (MEP Procurement)

L&T Construction
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager (MEP Procurement)

L&T Construction
06.2019 - 12.2022

Assistant Manager MEP

L&T Construction
12.2017 - 05.2019

Assistant Manager MEP

L&T Construction
08.2016 - 11.2017

Senior Engineer MEP

L&T Construction
07.2013 - 07.2014

Graduate Engineer Trainee MEP

L&T Construction
07.2012 - 06.2013

MTech - Construction Technology & Management

National Institute of Technology

BTech - Mechanical Engineering

Bapatla Engineering College
Abhishiktha Varma DMEP Manager