Arjun T N
Senior Project Manager - Commercial and Retail fit-outs
Bengaluru
Summary
Accomplished and result driven professional with 8+ years of extensive experience in overseeing commercial interior fit-outs and retail projects within time and budgetary constraints. Equipped with a record of success on process improvement, combined with demonstrated abilities in defining innovative solutions and methodologies for safe and cost effective operation. Adept at leveraging influential negotiation skills to mediate contracts and create profitable partnerships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Project Manager - South India
91 Square Feet
07.2023 - Current
- Design and build projects - Analysis of the design, preparation of detailed BOQ, vetting the rates and submission for tender.
- Gantt Chart preparation of schedule and manpower, Detailed sample collection and Client meeting for approvals. Sample tracker floated across all verticals for documentation and communication.
- Resource allocation, Multiple vendor quotations and rate negotiation.
- Vendor meetings along with scope declaration and detailed knowledge transfer of the design.
- Awarding the right vendor the task after thorough negotiation of all rates and in comparison with competitive vendors.
- Project Execution in adherence with the schedule, Kick-off meetings, daily progress tracker for proactive approach to work and immediate risk management if any delay. Weekly progress report to communicate the project status and blockers.
- Continuous followup with all stakeholders for smooth and hassle-free Execution.
- Bridge between Client and the organization for approvals, inflow cash collections and progress updates. Invoicing as and when the milestones are achieved.
- Documentation of JMR with the Client and closing the same with vendors. Signing off, the Handover documents, WCC along with Snag list being bought down to zero.
- Commercial closures with Client & vendors, arrive to GM and RM. Followup with clients for final payments and Job closure.
Assistant Manager - South India - Procurement
Stanza Living
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Responsible for managing end to end Procurement process.
- Sourced vendors, build relationships and negotiated prices.
- Developed productive relationship with key stakeholders.
- Work closely with project managers to ensure that materials and services are purchased at the lowest total cost to meet the Project requirements.
- Target key vendors and evaluate performances.
- Maintaining vendor database and conducts quality audits as part of continuous vendor improvement program.
- Engaging on site discussions to cost cut unnecessary work and build productivity.
- Expedite and monitor work orders, coordinate with vendors and other stakeholders as needed to provide a status update.
- Verify all invoices against PO for unit price accuracy within receipt from accounts payable and trigger for payments
Assistant Manager
Aster DM Healthcare
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Transformation of unorganized retail shops to organized stores with quality, timeframe, cost management and organization standards.
- Coordinated with site personnel, vendors and other departments to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Collaborated with construction administration consultants to schedule field observations.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
- Contributed to construction planning process, including designing and 30+ projects.
- Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems.
- Conducted routine quality audits to verify progression against specifications and initiated corrective actions to remedy concerns.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
Deputy Project Manager
OYO
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints with best Quality to transform properties into living standards and working closely with senior leaders.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate vendor Manpower coverage for all projects.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Maintained zero snags and less R&M cost.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Increased revenue by handling all operations and contractors effectively.
- Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
- Led quality assurance operations to increase efficiency and reduce project gaps.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by resolving all issues professionally.
- Kept detailed track of daily progress and productivity, and analyzed data to identify and correct any holdups.
Project Lead
OYO
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Planned, executed and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with quality and reached the company's standards.
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Audited 150+ projects off which 37 were transformed to Go Live.
- Involved in 5 inter team hurdles and cracked a business deal as well. Reached monthly targets and was awarded Top performer for 3 times.
- Promoted as Project Manager after an year of continues achievement.
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
- Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
- Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates and processes.
- Monitored progress and examined risks of various projects, including setting forth contingency plans.
- Performed independent analysis and provided recommendations to overcome project obstacles.
Technical Engineer
ALCON Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Construction of Mercedes Benz showroom and workshop designed by International architects. It was a twin building consisting 7 floors each.
- Complete execution - Excavation, Footing, plinth, columns, slab casting, retaining wall construction to Interiors – Fall ceiling,Electrical work, Plumbing, HVAC, Firefighting system, Designer lighting, Interior & Exterior Painting etc.
- Apart from structural knowledge I was part of External Landscape development.l
- Construction of Garden area, Design & Execution of Parking lot, Façade as per design, Pylon foundation and installation & External light fixtures. The Resource management, inventory & Risk analysis at site was monitored.
- ISO 9001:2015 Document preparation for Certification and implementation of the same at site.
Education
Post Graduation - Advanced Construction Management
NICMAR
Goa 06.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor Of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Siddaganga Institute Of Technology
Tumkur 08.2010 - 04.2014
Skills
Operations management
Team leadership
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Project management
Timeline
Senior Project Manager - South India
91 Square Feet
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager - South India - Procurement
Stanza Living
03.2022 - 06.2023
Assistant Manager
Aster DM Healthcare
01.2021 - 03.2022
Deputy Project Manager
OYO
09.2019 - 01.2021
Project Lead
OYO
07.2018 - 08.2019
Technical Engineer
ALCON Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
06.2016 - 07.2017
Post Graduation - Advanced Construction Management
NICMAR
06.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor Of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Siddaganga Institute Of Technology
08.2010 - 04.2014
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