ARUNKUMAR SREEDHARAN NAIR
Summary
Seasoned executive leader with 17+ years of international experience delivering complex aviation-linked, marine, EPC, and large-scale infrastructure programs across the Middle East, Africa, and India. Recognised for driving operational excellence, organisational transformation, and high-impact project delivery within multinational, regulatory-intensive environments. Expert in managing multi-disciplinary teams, global material handling, and stakeholder ecosystems involving government entities, international contractors, and cross-border partners. Adept at establishing governance structures, optimizing performance, developing long-term strategies, and managing full project lifecycles—from feasibility and financial modelling to execution and commissioning. A trusted leader with a proven record of elevating operational standards, ensuring compliance with international safety frameworks, and delivering high-value strategic outcomes for boards, investors, and development authorities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Director
Akhurath Zenith Solutions LLC / Akhurath Aviation & Aerospace Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - Current
- Leading a cross-border aviation technology program including A320/B737 full‑motion simulators, drone hardware & encrypted systems, and R&D initiatives valued at INR 768 Cr (scalable to INR 1500 Cr) under Invest Kerala 2025.
- Developed feasibility, financial modelling, business plans, and investor documentation for aviation/airport linked projects.
- Established safety, operational governance, and performance management structures across engineering and software teams.
- Coordinated international vendors, regulatory bodies, and investment groups for compliant and scalable implementation.
Sr Planning Manager / Project Manager
Shafa Al Nahdah Building Contracting LLC
Dubai
09.2012 - 02.2020
- Major Projects Delivered:
- DP World Passenger Terminal, Dubai Cruise Terminal – handling 4,000+ PAX/day.
- Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) – Luxury Floating Hotel Conversion – full MEP, fit‑out, authority liaison.
- Port Rashid Quay 2 & 3 Extensions – marine structures supporting cargo/port ops.
- Jebel Ali Terminal 3 EPC & Customs Facility – Customs facilities, DPW.
- CT2 RMG Automation Upgrade – integration of automated terminal operations.
- Maputo Intermodal Container Depot (Mozambique) – EPC, commissioning & logistics integration.
- Ain Dubai (Bluewaters Island) HDEC – Foundation Works – major infrastructure execution.
- G+5+R Multilevel Car Storage Facility, Jebel Ali – Design & Build logistics structure.
- Luxury Villas & High-End Mansions (Dubai) – Turnkey construction from design to handover.
- Leadership Responsibilities:
- Directed multi-disciplinary EPC and operations teams ensuring cost, time & quality deliverables.
- Developed long-term operational plans, schedules, and risk registers aligned with client strategic goals.
- Led tendering, contract negotiations, cost control, and vendor performance governance.
- Coordinated with port authorities, government entities, and safety regulators for full compliance.
- Middle East and Africa
Project Manager
Phoenix Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Delivered real estate infrastructure projects and educational projects with complete operational planning.
- Managed budgets, reporting systems, and business development initiatives.
- India.
Deputy Project Manager – Oil & Gas
Danem Engineering Works
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Engineering, fabrication, erection, and commissioning of 2 km conveyor systems for the QATALUM Project involving ThyssenKrupp & Coperion Hartmann.
- Managed offloading and transfer of a 750+ ton ship unloader from barge to bridge, coordinating permits, marine logistics, and safety compliance for Rio Tinto.
- Coordinated with the Indian Embassy & Qatar Embassy for titanium steel pipe procurement/logistics for Qatar Petroleum projects.
- Executed GRP & GRV pipeline laying and commissioning for HDEC – QAFAC Project.
- Delivered EPC works for TECHNIP (Italy) at Ras Laffan Industrial City.
- Managed NGL shutdown operations under QP & QVC, and wastewater tank EPC works.
- Handled end‑to‑end material movement from multiple countries, coordinating with multinational stakeholders and global vendors.
- Managed QA/QC, shutdown schedules, and safety-controlled operations.
- Qatar.
Centre Manager
Aptech Arena
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed institute operations, staffing, training, and business growth.
Education
B.Tech - Industrial Engineering (Mechanical Stream)
Collage of Engineering Trivadrum
India01-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Electronics And Instrumentation
Govt: Polytechnic
Kerala, IndiaSkills
- Primavera P6
- Project management
- MS Project
- MS Office Suite
- ERP Project Modules
Certification
Safety Management Systems (SMS) – Awareness & Implementation- oil & gas
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/20/81
- Nationality: Indian
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
Commercial Pilot License - Countries
- India
- South Africa
Core Leadership Competencies
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- EPC, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure & Marine Works
- Board Governance & JV Leadership
- Financial & Budget Control
- Safety & Compliance
- Operational Excellence
- Global Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Team Leadership & Succession Development
- Risk & Crisis Management
- Transformation & Start-Up Leadership
- International Material Coordination
Timeline
Director
Akhurath Zenith Solutions LLC / Akhurath Aviation & Aerospace Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - Current
Sr Planning Manager / Project Manager
Shafa Al Nahdah Building Contracting LLC
09.2012 - 02.2020
Project Manager
Phoenix Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2012
Deputy Project Manager – Oil & Gas
Danem Engineering Works
01.2008 - 01.2010
Centre Manager
Aptech Arena
01.2007 - 01.2008
B.Tech - Industrial Engineering (Mechanical Stream)
Collage of Engineering Trivadrum
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Electronics And Instrumentation
Govt: Polytechnic