Software Proficiency - MS Office 2010/13/16, WINDOWS 2000/XP/10, AUTOCAD 2007/10/14, STAAD PRO 2004, MS PROJECT 2007/10
GAURAV KHOKHAR
Construction Project Management Professional
SONIPAT
Summary
- Versatile civil engineering professional specializing in Construction Project Management with nearly 22 yrs of work experience in managing various kinds of construction projects incl. Commercial, Institutional, Plotted development, Infrastructure development works, industrial and residential.
- Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals.
- Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture.
- Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills.
- Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr. Manager projects
MACE Project & Cost Management Pvt Ltd.
09.2022 - Current
- Heading PMC team for delivering State-of-art Prestigious Institutional project of more than 4 Lacs sq. ft. BUA (Project cost - more than INR 300 cr.)
- Project comprises of 2 nos. of Academic building (G+3/ G+6), 2 nos. of Residential buildings (G+10/G+14) along with excellent infrastructure and utility building, under LEED certification, Interior designing by Hong Kong Based Architecture Firm.
- Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
- Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
- Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Team Leader
SMEC India Pvt Ltd, PMC.
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Project – MET (Model Economic Township), Jhajjar, Haryana - Key activities - Supervision and Quality control services for Large scale Township infrastructure development works including Roads , Water Supply, Sewerage, Drainage networks, WTP/STP, OHT,UGT, sub-stations and other building works for more than 1000 acres township (under development out of total 8,250 acres planned area).
- MET Project is envisaged as fully integrated industrial township and will have industry clusters which will include support infrastructure of logistics hub, rail and road connectivity and social infrastructure including residential, commercial, recreational and institutional development.
- Worked as team leader in PMC to assist client-METL (Reliance industries limited) in implementing project and comprehensively supervise works and activities carried out by appointed contractors.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines using MS projects.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications, assisted client in finalization of contracts/BOQ. Value engineering and budget control/deviation statement circulation.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Handled internal as well as external audits
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
DGM Projects
Omaxe Ltd.
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Responsible for Mutli-storey residential Project (Omaxe waterscapes) in Lucknow.
- Heading the project and ensuring timely execution, quality assurance and tracking the progress.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize efficiency in labor hours and material usage, ultimately improving overall project performance.
- Monitored daily progress to ensure timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
- Oversaw quality control processes, regularly inspecting completed work for compliance with established standards and promptly addressing any deficiencies identified.
- Mentored junior team members by providing constructive feedback on their performance while also offering guidance on further professional development opportunities.
AGM Projects(2013-21)/Sr. Manager (from 2011-13)
DLF LTD.
04.2011 - 03.2021
- DLF GARDEN CITY, Lucknow Integrated Residential township project (250 acres) Plotted development having more than 1000 nos. of Residential plots as well as more than 400 commercial plots (for SCO/booth) with excellent infrastructure . Overall project cost – Rs 300 Crores.
- EWS/LIG Flats (1048 nos.), 35 Towers (G+2/3) Total Built-up Area - 3.80 Lacs sq. ft.) – Registered under RERA.
- Premium Club with facilities like swimming pool, gym, café, Multipurpose Hall, fully equipped kitchen, gas bank etc.
- Main contractor- M/s Shapoorji Pallonji and Co. Pvt. Ltd.,
- Also, partly involved in another project - DLF MYPAD, Lucknow - 5.80 lacs sqft of mixed used development 2 Towers of (G+13 nos.) with commercial and nearly 600 nos. studio apartments.(Main contractor - L&T, Project cost - INR 350 cr).
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Reported regularly to HO on project budget, progress, and technical problems and ensuring timely bill certification with the help of Project Management consultants.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments, coordinated with in house design team, consultants, architects, HO team
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Project Manager
KNIGHT FRANK (I) PVT LTD
11.2006 - 03.2011
- Phoenix United Mall, Lucknow - Shopping Mall cum 6 Screen Multiplex at Kanpur Road, Lucknow Total built up area of 6 lacs sq ft
- With 3 basements and G+ 5 floors
- Overall project cost: Rs 120 Crores approx.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Manager Projects
TAURUS AGILE TECH CORP (P) LTD.
06.2006 - 11.2006
- Supervising construction of entire plant setup (Steel structure with roof sheeting & RCC) including i.e production block, shop floors, administrative block, godown/storage facilities, Quality control block, with floor finish such as Tremix flooring, heavy machine foundation (for CNC machines), Gantry Girder etc
- Including development of External infrastructure such as road, drainage network, boundary wall, other utilities, etc.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Civil Engineer (Projects)
IND-SWIFT LIMITED
11.2004 - 06.2006
- Formulation plant - Global Business Unit (GBU) 100% Export oriented unit at Derabassi, Punjab R & D Centre at Mohali
- Bulk drug unit at Jammu
- Supervision of construction of Entire plant setup with external infrastructure such as road, drainage network, boundary wall, other utilities like ETP unit, Pump room etc
- Finishing works like marble/ Vitrified tiles, full front glazing with spider fittings & canopy, POP, painting, wooden doors, installation of work stations, modular furniture etc
- Architect/Consultants involved : M/s B Mehtalia, M/s Pipecon Overall project cost- Rs 25 crore
- Monitored execution of contract work for compliance with design plans and specifications.
- Managed quality assurance and laboratory testing for concreting operations.
Sr. Executive
SAHARA INDIA
07.2002 - 09.2004
- Part of Company’s Corporate Core Group (MCC), Chairman’s office
- Responsible for Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation of various activities of the On-going residential & commercial projects
- Value engineering, cost optimization Budget approval from Hon’ble Chairman
Education
B. E. - Civil - Gold Medalist
Punjab Engineering College
Chandigarh 07.1997 - 06.2001
Executive Program (EPGBM) - Global Business Management
IIM Calcutta
Calcutta 04.2008 - 07.2009
MBA - Distance Learning Mode - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University
Attended Classes In Lucknow 08.2014 - 07.2016
Skills
Construction Project Management
Contract Management / Resource Management / Dispute resolutionProject Budgeting and Estimation, Change order management, Value Engineering and Cost optimizationQuality assurance / Ensuring strict safety adherenceExposure to Govt approvals incl RERAExposure to Project Closure/Handing over to maintenance team/RWAProject Tracking
Contract Management
Budget Administration
Client Relations
Conflict Management
Project Planning and Development
Processes and Procedures
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/09/78
- Marital Status: Married
Software
Certification
[Project Management] Online certificate course, IIT delhi [Dec-2010- Feb 2011]
Timeline
Sr. Manager projects
MACE Project & Cost Management Pvt Ltd.
09.2022 - Current
Team Leader
SMEC India Pvt Ltd, PMC.
08.2021 - 08.2022
DGM Projects
Omaxe Ltd.
06.2021 - 07.2021
MBA - Distance Learning Mode - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University
08.2014 - 07.2016
AGM Projects(2013-21)/Sr. Manager (from 2011-13)
DLF LTD.
04.2011 - 03.2021
Executive Program (EPGBM) - Global Business Management
IIM Calcutta
04.2008 - 07.2009
Project Manager
KNIGHT FRANK (I) PVT LTD
11.2006 - 03.2011
Manager Projects
TAURUS AGILE TECH CORP (P) LTD.
06.2006 - 11.2006
Civil Engineer (Projects)
IND-SWIFT LIMITED
11.2004 - 06.2006
Sr. Executive
SAHARA INDIA
07.2002 - 09.2004
B. E. - Civil - Gold Medalist
Punjab Engineering College
07.1997 - 06.2001