Linesh Sawant

Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on meeting key milestones.

• Identified opportunities for expansion, leading to increased market share and company growth.
• Championed adoption of new technologies, streamlining workflows and enhancing overall efficiency.
• Facilitated seamless integration between customer requirements and design, development, and manufacturing processes to ensure optimal project outcomes
• Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to drive successful project completion within deadlines.
• Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from employees at all levels.
• Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
• Led capacity mapping efforts and introduced Lean Manufacturing techniques in combination with TOC including 5S, Kaizen, Gemba Walk, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and Product and Production Leveling and set up stage wise Quality Parameters and Measuring systems.
• Successfully managed vendor development for New Product Introductions.
• Developed and implemented manufacturing sequences for innovative products, including Scrambled Bamboo Hollow Round poles, which was introduced to many Architects as an ornamental element in Interiors, Click Bambooflooring, Hollow baffle ceiling system.

• The Prolific began by offering a wide range of services, including space planning and new product development
• We have successfully managed diverse projects across various environments, from marine accommodation products to land-based architectural projects such as airports
• Additionally, we were specialized in metal product development, including modular storages, doors, beds, and also in solid wood furniture
• Spearheaded successful client engagements resulting in repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied clients.
• Increased revenue by 29% Y-oY with successful promotional strategies and right price offering.
• Negotiated high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.
• Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and productivity within the firm.
• In mid-2017, the decision was made to enhance capabilities with the establishment of a small furniture manufacturing facility in Bhiwandi, Thane.
• This facility was designed to handle approximately 50-60 boards for modular furniture and 0.2-0.3 cubic meters of solid wood for fixed furniture, complete with an in-house painting facility
• Oversaw financial management of the firm, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Successfully managing operations and overcoming typical start-up challenges
• Identifying an optimal location and selecting the right mix of machinery to meet expected demand
• Developing a growth strategy and implementing it through actionable plans
• Proactively reaching out to potential customers to generate leads
• Providing essential support functions such as design, fabrication, billing, and accounting
• Encountering significant financial challenges during the pandemic, the firm has not demonstrated any resilience in adapting to market conditions.

• Appointed to oversee execution responsibilities for projects in the Western zone, successfully managed a portfolio of 8 projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction
• This involved efficiently closing 2 significant projects despite timeline challenges and initiating three new projects with a structured approach to prevent downtime.
• Key contribution was providing strategic direction to the team, maintaining project schedules, and implementing effective resource allocation strategies
• Implemented a comprehensive KIT system to streamline resource allocation for project commencement
• Assembled a team of skilled supervisors, and onboarded 4 reputable contractors with expertise in their domains
• Additionally, developed and implemented a robust system for tracking material receipt and consumption across all sites to optimize resource utilization
• Major Projects handled: Sahara star Hotel – SS Cladding in ceiling and column, Godrej ONE – SS Structural lift frame and SS Ceiling/Cladding, The Address by Wadhwa group – SS Glass railing, Exquisite by Oberoi - SS Glass railing.

• Initiated career journey by assuming execution responsibilities at newly opened site front in 2006
• Built strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout duration of each engagement
• Maintained detailed documentation throughout the project lifecycle to ensure transparency and accountability
• Presented regular status reports to senior management, providing updates on progress, challenges faced, and upcoming milestones
• Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes and implemented changes to optimize productivity
• To apply acquired knowledge early on, was entrusted with tasks in space design and product development
• Products were primarily intended for marine environments and crafted from steel, aluminum, and stainless steel
• These furniture pieces required access through very narrow vessel openings, necessitated modular design, and demanded robustness to withstand harsh conditions
• Inspired from Korean partner, who was specializing in metal marine furniture, incorporated numerous innovative ideas that were well-received by end users
• Over time, successfully managed multiple projects, overseeing entire project lifecycle from understanding and finalizing specifications to delivering completed projects to satisfied clients
• These projects varied in value from 3Cr to 23Cr., encompassing both individual vessel assignments and series of vessels
• Played pivotal role in Product and Project design activities, focusing on budget development and management, contractor hiring and training, and maintaining effective communication with both staff and clients to ensure project milestones and delivery dates were met
• Additionally, supervised 4 to 5 contractors, leading workforce of 70 individuals
• Involved in strategic planning based on Theory Order Completion (TOC) principle, resulted into reduction in project timelines
• Developed and implemented SOPs and standard installation practices to improve work quality and to gain customer's confidence
• Introduced 6 new contractors, helped to enrich skill pool and enhance project outcomes
• Implemented comprehensive workers training program, tool box Talk, and emphasis on safety norms, resulted in significant reduction in site re-work
• Major Projects handled: Interceptor boats for L&T – Series of 36 boats, project worth of 25.92cr., GRSE P-28 – Series of 4 vessels includes turnkey Accommodation and Galley, INS Viraat – Re-habitability of 900 sailor's accommodation area has been completed from detailing till handing over in record wining time frame of 7months, INS Ganga – Re-habitability project of frigate class ship for all officers’ compartments, ICGS-AOPV – Series of 3 vessels, first of this class ship Indian coast guard has built in India along with GSL