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Andrew Samuel

Andrew Samuel

Bengaluru

Summary

Experienced Project Manager with over a decade of expertise in leading complex security, safety, and IT infrastructure projects across various industries, including airports and corporate environments. Proven ability in project planning, risk management, vendor coordination, and budget control. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, while ensuring operational readiness and compliance with industry standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Security System

WeWork
Bangalore
11.2022 - Current
  • Led capital improvement projects, including business case development and presentations to Leadership
  • Planned, executed, monitored, and closed operational projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer expectations
  • Assessed and reviewed system integrator/contractor BOQ quotations, technical proposals, detailed designs, and configuration sheets, ensuring effective monitoring of deliverables
  • Scheduled milestones and tasks using project management tools to ensure timely delivery
  • Developed and managed project budgets (CAPEX/OPEX), maintaining financial performance within allocated limits
  • Negotiated contracts and managed vendor relationships, ensuring adherence to SLAs and quality standards
  • Utilized project management tools to track progress, monitor performance metrics, and ensure project completion within scope
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, industry best practices, and internal quality benchmarks in all operational projects
  • Led the operations and maintenance of CCTV and access control systems across WeWork India
  • Managed risk by creating risk registers and executing mitigation strategies
  • Regularly updated systems with patches and firmware and conducted vulnerability checks to identify and mitigate risks
  • Oversaw the design and deployment of security systems in new buildings, ensuring compliance with WeWork standards and regulatory requirements
  • Provided end-to-end technical assurance for enterprise security solution implementations
  • Developed processes and continuously improved deployment standards and procedures, ensuring their implementation during different project phases
  • Participated in the evaluation of new technologies as part of the technology roadmap for WeWork.

B2 Instrumentation Engineer

Bangalore International Airport Ltd
Bengaluru
01.2020 - 11.2022
  • Implemented and handed over security and safety systems during airport expansion projects, ensuring seamless operational readiness and transition
  • Managed the integration of new systems into existing airport operations, minimizing disruption and ensuring continuity
  • Conducted training sessions for airport staff, preparing them for the operation of new systems and processes
  • Developed comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Business Continuity Plans (BCP) to support smooth transitions
  • Collaborated with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to align project deliverables with operational requirements
  • Directed the operation and maintenance of advanced security and safety systems, including CCTV, AVDGS, biometrics, and fire alarm systems
  • Conducted security risk assessments and internal audits, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

Senior Manager, Project and Support

VELAN IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Led and mentored regional project leads, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines
  • Coordinated security system project activities across multiple regions, ensuring consistency in execution
  • Monitored regional project teams' performance using Zoho project management tools, providing feedback and support to optimize productivity
  • Oversaw resource allocation and utilization across regions to ensure project success
  • Acted as the central point of contact between regional leads and senior management, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues
  • Standardized processes and implemented best practices across regions to ensure uniformity in project execution
  • Managed regional budgets, ensuring projects were executed within financial constraints.

Manager, Project and Support

VELAN IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
05.2017 - 04.2019
  • Led project scheduling, resource allocation, and solution design to meet client requirements
  • Planned, implemented, and controlled projects using Zoho project management tools
  • Validated proposals and designs, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with budget constraints
  • Monitored project milestones and team performance, ensuring timely and quality project delivery.

Project Lead

VELAN IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
05.2015 - 04.2017
  • Developed customized solutions for clients, managed project plans, and ensured seamless execution
  • Managed vendor installations, ensuring successful delivery from installation to commissioning
  • Performed pre-commissioning checks and configured and commissioned safety and security systems per user requirements
  • Integrated BMS systems according to customized user needs.

System Engineer

IBM
Bengaluru
03.2014 - 04.2015
  • Regularly tested the health of safety, security, and automation systems and maintained audit reports
  • Planned effective preventive maintenance schedules to increase the mean time between failures of equipment
  • Troubleshoot various breakdowns in safety and security systems
  • Installed, commissioned, and serviced access control, fire alarm, and CCTV systems
  • Identified areas of breakdown and rectified equipment using troubleshooting tools
  • Coordinated with OEMs for new installation and commissioning projects
  • Prepared daily workloads for technicians and coordinated the daily allocation of work.

Building Management Systems Engineer

Honeywell Automation India Ltd
Chennai
01.2013 - 03.2014
  • Provided servicing and troubleshooting for Integrated Building Management Systems (IBMS) and Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Led the installation and commissioning of security systems for retrofit projects.

Education

Master of Technology (MTech) in Quality Management -

BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes
01.2018

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electronics and Instrumentation -

Anna University
01.2012

Skills

  • Core Competencies
  • Project & Program Management
  • Risk Management
  • Budgeting & Forecasting (CAPEX/OPEX)
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Process Design & Improvement
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • IT Infrastructure & Security Systems
  • Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
  • Project Management Tools: Airtable, Zoho Projects
  • Security Systems: Siemens Desigo CC, Genetec, BOSCH BVMS, Notifier, Panasonic Video Insight, Lenel S2, Mobotix system, Digifort, Milestone VMS, Honeywell EBI, Honeywell ACS controllers

Websites

Certification

  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)
  • Strategies for Negotiation Nano Tips
  • Productivity: Prioritizing at Work
  • Degifort VMS
  • BOSCH BVMS

Projects

Led the planning and implementation of cybersecurity measures for WeWork Security systems, achieving ISO 27001 certification readiness. Designed and implemented CCTV and network systems for the Hyderabad police for highway monitoring using the Genetec Video Management Application. Managed an access control system project for ITI's Visa card manufacturing unit with high-level integration between systems. Commissioned active and passive network infrastructure implementations with security system projects at Polycab India Pvt Ltd. Managed the Amazon gating solution project for their warehouses in India. Oversaw the transition of T1A Expansion and T2 Bangalore International Airport ICT infrastructure from project to operations.

Timeline

Lead Security System

WeWork
11.2022 - Current

B2 Instrumentation Engineer

Bangalore International Airport Ltd
01.2020 - 11.2022

Senior Manager, Project and Support

VELAN IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
05.2019 - 01.2020

Manager, Project and Support

VELAN IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 04.2019

Project Lead

VELAN IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd
05.2015 - 04.2017

System Engineer

IBM
03.2014 - 04.2015

Building Management Systems Engineer

Honeywell Automation India Ltd
01.2013 - 03.2014

Master of Technology (MTech) in Quality Management -

BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electronics and Instrumentation -

Anna University

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