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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects
Seminars Training
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Charanjeet Singh Virdi

PROFESSIONAL IN CONSTRUCTION
Noida,UP
Charanjeet Singh Virdi

Summary

With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, I have led/ contributed to high-impact projects across Institutional and IT Campuses, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Contracting, and Industrial sectors—including Power, Steel, and Automobile.

I have held leadership roles with reputed organizations such as HCL Group, Emaar MGF, AIPL Ambuja Housing & Infrastructure Ltd, Unitech Ltd, Feedback Infra, Macawber Beekay, Daewoo Motors India Ltd, and MECON India—gaining deep exposure across the full project lifecycle.

CORE EXPERTISE -

>> Contracts & Procurement Strategy
>> Construction Cost Control
>> Risk Management Across the Contractual Lifecycle
>> Contract Negotiation & Claims Management
>> Dispute Avoidance & Conflict Resolution
>> Sustainable & ESG-Compliant Procurement
>> Category Management & E-Procurement
>> Project Management & Execution

Having worked with Corporates, Real Estate Developers, PMC firms, Contracting Companies, and Engineering Consultant, I bring a comprehensive understanding of stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.

The academics include, Bachelors from IIT, PG Diploma in Construction Management, MBA - Finance and various other professional short term courses. I had the privilege of serving my last organization for a period of more than 13 years and the contribution was duly acknowledged as well.

My leadership style emphasizes Strategic Communication, fostering alignment, agility, and transparency across project teams and organizational levels.

Overview

33
years of professional experience

Work History

HCL Group
Noida

Associate Vice President (Contracts & Procurement)
11.2011 - 05.2025

Job overview

TENURE FOR CONTRACTS AND PROCUREMENT FUNCTION –

>> Strategic Contracts and procurement for all the functions – Civil, Interior, MEP, Equipment, category management, vendor selection, contract & price negotiations, cost management, e-bidding implementation, vendor performance review, team leadership, stakeholder management.
>> Key projects:
• Kiran Nadar Museum of Arts (1.3 million sq ft) – INR 1500 Cr. GC package, Provisional sum packages, Global sourcing of Equipment, Direct sums, FIDIC based contract for UK based global Architect.
• HCL IT City (100-acre campus) – IT Buildings, Skill Development Centres, Staff Housing.
• Shiv Nadar University (300-acre campus) :: – Chancellor Villa, Director’s Bungalow, Academic Blocks, Research Blocks, Faculty and Student Hostels (up to G+5), Indoor Stadium, Canteen, Student Activity Centres, Sports Fields.
• Shiv Nadar Schools :: - Academic Blocks, Multipurpose Complex (Sports/ Auditorium), Amphitheatre
• Vidyagyan Schools (Residential campus)::- Academic Blocks, Hostels, Amphitheatre, Sports Fields.
• Chairman Residence renovations -
• Office Refurbishments

TENURE FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT FUNCTION :

>> Key projects:
• Shiv Nadar Schools – Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad
• Vidyagyan Schools – Sitapur, Dulhera
• Residence at Sunnyvale, US – Renovation works
• Office Refurbishments

EMAAR MGF LAND LIMITED
Gurgaon

DGM
06.2010 - 11.2011

Job overview

Managed contracts and procurement, along with associated cost management functions for Palm Drive, a high-rise residential project (G+17) located on Golf Course Extension Road, Gurgaon.

Successfully collaborated within a team environment, facilitating effective communication and coordination to achieve project milestones and enhance overall productivity.

AIPL Ambuja Housing & Urban Infrastructure
Delhi

DGM
11.2009 - 06.2010

Job overview

Contracts & Procurement, Cost Management of Integrated Township, Dream City at Amritsar

Feedback Ventures
Gurgaon

AGM
11.2006 - 11.2009

Job overview

Project Management of SEZ campus – “WEGMANS BUISNESS PARK” at Greater Noida.

>> Planning & Scheduling, Budgeting, Vendor Selection, Contracts, Quality Control, Contractual Risk Management
>> Coordination with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to ensure seamless project execution to achieve successful project objectives.

Macawber Beekay
Delhi

Manager–Contracts
08.2005 - 11.2006

Job overview

Managed contracts for material handling system projects, including ash handling system, mill reject handling systems, and cement silos, for clients in the power, cement, and aluminum industries.

UNITECH Ltd.
Gurgaon

Manager- Planning
09.2001 - 08.2005

Job overview

Worked in Contracting Division ::-

Planning, monitoring & coordination of projects, implementation of ERP “e-construct’ for control of construction works.

Industrial Projects:
>> 220m RCC Chimney - TDLTPS, Panipat/ Reliance Energy Ltd)
>> 220m RCC Chimney i/c Piling works - PTPS, Parichha/ Reliance Energy
>> 275m RCC Chimney - SGTPS, Birsingpur/ BHEL

Building Projects:
>> Office Complex – EPFO, Dwarka/ RITES)

Infrastructure Projects:
>> Flyovers at Anandmoyee Marg/ Khelgaon Marg, Delhi Ring Road - PWD
>> Widening of 36 KM Bituminous Roads - State Highway, Surat

Daewoo Motors India Ltd
Greater Noida

Asst. Manager-Civil
09.1996 - 07.2001

Job overview

Contract administration, Inventory Control, Budget/ Cost Control, Bill Certification and execution of maintenance works

>> Factory sheds and buildings, i/c RCC shell type overhead water tank.
>> External civil works, like roads, culverts, sewerage pipelines, drinking water pipelines, stormwater drains, and footpaths.

Unitech Ltd
Delhi

Construction Engineer
10.1993 - 09.1996

Job overview

Construction Management, i/c Planning, Monitoring, Billing, Vendor Contracts, Client coordination –

>> GAIL Petrochemical plant at Etawa, UP - EIL
>> Telephone Exchange Building (G+5) , Delhi – 40000 sqm - MTNL
>> Japanese Bungalow renovation, Delhi – Mitsui Construction
>> IOCL Hydrocracker Unit expansion project R&D Centre, Faridabad

Metallurgical & Engineering Consultants (India) Ltd.

Engineer
07.1992 - 07.1993

Job overview

Coke Oven Battery No. 2 at Rourkela Steel Plant, SAIL –

>> Structural assessment, consultancy and supervision for strengthening of the RCC structure
>> Coordination with the contractor during implementation of strengthening solutions

Education

IIT-BHU
Varanasi

B. Tech from Civil
01.1992

DPC

P.G. Diploma from Construction Management

SMU

MBA from Finance

Skills

  • Contract negotiation
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Cost management
  • Vendor management
  • Project management
  • Process improvement
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Risk assessment
  • Budget control
  • Attention to detail
  • Process Optimization
  • Category Manahement
  • Cross Functional Collaboration
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Risk Management Strategies
  • Dispute Resoltion
  • Effective Multi-tasking

Projects

# Kiran Nadar Museum of   Arts & Cultural Centre – 1.3   million SQFT, 1500 CR GC

# Individual Residences –   Chairman Residence (Delhi/ US), Chancellor   Villa,

# Housing/Hostels –   Lucknow IT City Staff Housing, SNU   Staff and Student Hostels

# IT Campus – Wegmans   Business Park at G. Noida, HCL IT   City at Lucknow,

# Academic Blocks – Shiv   Nadar University, Shiv Nadar   Schools, VG Schools,

# Sports Facility –   Multipurpose Halls, Indoor/Outdoor   Play fields at SNU, SNS, VG

# Misc. – Rooftop Solar,   Swimming Pools, Student Activity   & Recreational Centre

# High Rise Structures –   220/ 275m high RCC Chimneys @   PP, Residential @ Emaar

# Residential Campus –   Dream City @ AIPL Ambuja, Amritsar.

# Steel Structures –   Engine Plant, Press Shop @ Daewoo   Motors

# Road works/ Highways – Widening   of State Highway at Surat @ Unitech project

# Flyovers – Khelgaon and   Anandmoya Flyovers at Delhi @ Unitech project

# External Development –   various campuses

# Brown field projects –   Retrofits/ Renovations of   Office/ Institutional Buildings,

# Industrial Projects –   Coke Oven @ RSP; Chimneys @ PP; Automobile @ Daewoo

Seminars Training

  • Construction Contracts – Arbitration & Dispute Settlement Mechanism
  • Advanced Methods & Practice in Construction Project Management
  • Project Management Excellence through IT and Related Technologies
  • Concrete Technology, Quality Control & Management
  • ISO 9001:2000 Quality Systems Implementation Course

Accomplishments

1) Authored and presented a technical paper on the assessment and repair of fire-damaged concrete structures, demonstrating expertise in structural analysis and repair techniques.

2) Received recognition for leadership excellence in project management and procurement, showcasing exceptional abilities in leading teams and managing complex procurement processes within the construction industry.

Certification

1) Advanced Methods & Practice in Construction Project Management

2) Project Management Excellence through IT and Related Technologies

3) Concrete Technology, Quality Control & Management

4) ISO 9001:2000 Quality Systems Implementation Course

5) Construction Contracts – Arbitration & Dispute Settlement Mechanism

Timeline

Associate Vice President (Contracts & Procurement)

HCL Group
11.2011 - 05.2025

DGM

EMAAR MGF LAND LIMITED
06.2010 - 11.2011

DGM

AIPL Ambuja Housing & Urban Infrastructure
11.2009 - 06.2010

AGM

Feedback Ventures
11.2006 - 11.2009

Manager–Contracts

Macawber Beekay
08.2005 - 11.2006

Manager- Planning

UNITECH Ltd.
09.2001 - 08.2005

Asst. Manager-Civil

Daewoo Motors India Ltd
09.1996 - 07.2001

Construction Engineer

Unitech Ltd
10.1993 - 09.1996

Engineer

Metallurgical & Engineering Consultants (India) Ltd.
07.1992 - 07.1993

IIT-BHU

B. Tech from Civil

DPC

P.G. Diploma from Construction Management

SMU

MBA from Finance
Charanjeet Singh VirdiPROFESSIONAL IN CONSTRUCTION