A competent professional with nearly 22 years of rich experience in managing turnkey projects pertaining to MEP services
Expertise in managing MEP Servicesincluding Green Building Services, Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical, Firefighting, & Public Health Engineering
Efficient in usage of HOTO Process Management in MEP Systems
Proven skills in evolving systems/ procedures for MEP Design Management, Change Management in MEP Project Operations entailing mapping business processes and studying workflow for designing, construction, and commissioning
Strong relationship management & communication skills with capability to network with Project Engineers, Engineering Consultants, Clients, Vendors, Suppliers, Subcontractors, and Local Officials
Skilled in floating enquires to vendors for various materials & comparing the quotations in the aspect of price/ compliance of contract specifications/ contract vendor
Managed design engineering operations involving conceptual design & submittal, developing detailed drawing, coordination with internal department, material submittals, and process developments
Comprehensive experience in interfacing with customers and vendors for technical queries, technical evaluation, and value engineering
Recognized with award of appreciation for the significant contribution for making Syntel Global Development Centre in Chennai, a prestigious project
Technical expertise in working on Windows, MS Office Applications, Mac Key Note, MS Presentation and MS Project Applications
Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.
Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to meet objectives and boost rapport.
Principal Consultant & Project Director
Innowell Engineering International Private Limited
Chennai & Bengaluru
03.2016 - 05.2021
Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication, and resource utilization issues.
Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
Organized and created shooting schedules for design team, supervising progress of projects from sales to delivery
Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
Leveraged on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths.
Oversaw project teams and maintained quality-minded schedules.
Collaborated with clients from concept through final delivery of product or service.
Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
Created monthly forecast templates and resource management allocations for approved projects.
Manager - Projects
Voltas Limited
Kochi
08.2012 - 02.2016
Managed projects from procurement to commission.
Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
Reported regularly to top management on project budget, progress and technical problems.
Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Design Consultant - MEP
Air Design Engineered Solutions
Chennai
06.2010 - 07.2012
Consistently stayed under client's budget for projects.
Prepared original and relevant options for clients suitable to individual requirements.
Met customers regularly to discuss design vision and individual needs.
Verified achievement of design requirements for MEP constructions.
Coordinated other contractors to assist in job duties.
Prepared strategies and proposed concepts for client approval.
Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy.
Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
Collaborated with all the stake holders to address all the design related issues.
Established user-friendly design system to increase user experience and satisfaction.
Developed and maintained comprehensive library of design assets for easy access and reuse.
Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
Produced multiple user flow diagrams and prototypes to better understand user needs.
Guaranteed designs adhere to company brand standards and guidelines.
Built strong vendor relationships to facilitate favorable pricing on required materials.
MEP Manager - Facilities and Projects
Syntel Limited
Chennai & Pune
04.2006 - 05.2010
Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
Coordinated with all the project stakeholders and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
Developed and implemented construction plans according to project specifications and expectations.
Prepared detailed project estimates and reports for management review.
Analyzed and evaluated construction bids to select most cost-effective contractors.
Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
Manager - Client Solutions
Cushman & Wakefield India Private Limited
Pune
06.2004 - 04.2006
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and contractors.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of project development
Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Project Engineer - HVAC
Blue Star Limited
Chennai & Pune
01.1998 - 05.2004
Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress engineering work.
Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
Identified technical risks within managed projects.
Recommended improvements for design, construction means and materials based on field or changing conditions.
Delivered concise instructions to technical team to maintain quality control.
Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.
Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects.
Delivered regular compliance reports to drive process improvement and corrective measures.
Monitored metrics during project execution to maintain compliance with planned costs.
Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
Train junior engineers in site execution and material handling.
Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
Developed and implemented procedures to verify compliance with engineering standards.
Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
Monitored and evaluated engineering performance to recommend improvements.
Led engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
Assisted in developing cost-effective solutions to engineering problems.
Developed high-quality engineering designs and plans to meet industry standards.
Documented and developed engineering procedures and processes.
Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Created detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
Conducted technical evaluations of engineering designs and test results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - HVAC
P.A.C.Ramasamy Raja's Polytechnic College
Rajapalayam
06.1995 - 04.1998
Skills
Project Scheduling
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Accomplishments
Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Improved customer satisfaction ratings by [Number]% by [Action taken].
Completed the [Project name] Project on time and $[Amount] under budget.
Additional Information
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Software
MS Projects
MS Presentation & Key notes
Certification
Project Management Programme from NICMAR Institute, Pune
Interests
Reading Books
Cricket
Timeline
Project Management Programme from NICMAR Institute, Pune