MAHALAKSHMI ADHIMOOLAM
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-driven Cost Manager with proven experience in strategic planning and cost control. Known for strengths in project management, cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Demonstrated ability to impact bottom-line results through effective cost reduction strategies and process improvements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workplace Service Delivery Specialist
Accenture solutions
Bengaluru
10.2022 - Current
- PAN India Projects handled: CAPEX projects and FMI projects
- Provided guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications, materials selection and vendor selection criteria.
- Reviewed existing contracts on a regular basis to ensure compliance with company requirements.
- Analyzed purchasing trends and identified opportunities for consolidating orders and leveraging volume discounts.
- Analyzed financial data to determine the cost of labor, materials, and overhead associated with projects.
- Prepared reports on cost performance to management and stakeholders.
- Performed research on current trends in material prices, labour rates., as needed.
Director Quantity Surveyor
mindstudio
Bengaluru
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
Procurement Lead and Costing
Jones Lang LaSalle
Bangalore
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Projects managed: Accenture, PAN India(10Lakh sft- Rs.89 Cr), PwC (8,000 sft-Rs.4Cr), Oracle (5,000 sft-Rs.30Lakhs), Hyland (12,000 sft-Rs.2.5Cr)
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
- Analyzed market trends and identified potential new suppliers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring competitive pricing and favorable terms.
- Managed the sourcing of goods and services to ensure timely delivery of quality products at a reasonable cost.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the purchasing department.
Manager- Quantity Survey and PMO
Mantri Developers Private Ltd.
Bangalore
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Projects managed: Mantri Central- 3,730 sft (3B+G+10.5P+19F - Rs.227 Cr), Mantri Centrium- 4,547 sft- (3B+GF+4P+29F+CH - Rs.307 Cr), Mantri Serene-2,988 sft (S+14F - 83 Cr), Mantri Blossom -4,636 sft- ( 2B+19 F - 342 Cr), Mantri Signature, Solitude -3,546 sft- (G+1- 83 nos -141 Cr)
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards
Manager Quantity Surveyor and Quantity Surveyor
Vakil Housing Development Corporation
Bangalore
09.2012 - 07.2017
- Projects managed: Vakil Encasa- 71 Villas (G+2 / G+1 2,878 sft / 1,460 Sft), Vakil Hosur Hills - 317 Villas, Vakil Garden City- 252 villas, Vakil Whisphering Woods - 144 flats in R1, 100 flats in R2 ,88 flats in R3 to R6, Vakil Square -1,30,000 sft (2B+G+6), Vakil Metropolis - 130 Acres
- Assessed and monitored the progress of construction projects to ensure work completed as per contractual requirements.
- Analyzed financial data including cash flows, budgets, forecasts, invoices to evaluate performance against agreed targets.
Project Coordinator and Senior Quantity Surveyor
Concorde Group Pvt Ltd.
Bangalore
03.2010 - 05.2012
- Projects managed: Concorde Manhattans - 15 Towers+16Floors -960 Flats, Concorde Mist Valley - 140 Acres, Concorde Napa Valley - 120 Acres
- Provided technical advice and support on all contract related matters.
- Prepared and submitted cost estimates for various contracts in accordance with industry standards.
- Conducted detailed analysis of materials, labour costs and other associated expenses to ensure accuracy of project costs.
Estimation Engineer
Sobha Developers Ltd.
Bangalore
12.2006 - 09.2007
- Projects managed: Sobha Beryl -SBA - 2,82,000 sft (2B+G+15 floors), 200 nos car parking with STP, Residential Luxury flats
- Managed effectively the Civil and Infrastructure works for high-rise commercial, complete with Parking, Sanitary, and MEP works
- Took charge as Team lead for Infrastructure and development works for residential flats
- Worked within time schedules for all civil and interior works in luxury flats
Project Coordinator. Quantity Surveyor and Site Engineer
Raja Housing Ltd.
Bangalore
05.2004 - 11.2006
- Projects managed: Raja Mahalakshmi-24,000 sft, Raja Pinnacle- 26,000 sft (G+4floors and 10 Passenger Lifts), 4BHK villa-16,000 sft (G +2 floors with 3 nos Car parking-5 Cr), Home theatre and Gym with all interiors and Elevation glazing works
- Monitored and brought to completion Infrastructure work for luxury flats, complete with Sanitary and MEP works
- Achieved successful completion of interior works of residential project of 4BHK, complete with a gymnasium, home theatre
- Erected with success the elevational glazing works of the villa
- Scrutinized and analyzed budgets and time schedules for ongoing projects
- Submitted consolidated tender package reports and Budget tracking every month
- Streamlined the vendor and execution team operations
- Skillfully managed a timely execution of Signature projects
Education
MBA - Project Management
Bharathiyar University
Coimbatore01.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
IRTT, Bharathiyar University
Erode, T.N04-2004
Skills
- Procurement Management
- Pre and Post Contracting
- Tender Management Audit reporting
- Crisis Management
- Cost Management
- Project Management
- Tendering Process
- Problem Solving
- Costing and Budgeting
- Rate Analysis
- Project Costing
- Technical Discussion
- Commercial Discussion
- Vendor Management
- Client Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Monthly Cost Preparation
- Cash Flow Information
- Value Reports
- Risk Management
- Client Management
- Coordination with Architects
- Coordination with Consultants
- Problem-solving abilities
- Stakeholder Management
Accomplishments
- Promoted as Director QS in mindstudio, 2022
- Promoted as Specialist in Accenture, 2023
- Promoted as Procurement Lead, JLL, 2019
- Promoted as Manager PMO, Mantri Developer, 2018
- Promoted as Manager Quantity Surveyor, Vakil Housing Dev Corp, 2012
- Promoted as Senior Quantity Surveyor, Concorde Group Pvt Ltd, 2010
Training
- GTD - Training - 2016
- AutoCAD 2D, 3D
- JAGGAER - Digital Procurement Software
- SAP ARIBA - Vendor End
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/02/83
- Marital Status: Married
Certification
- 360Deg award winner in Accenture 2023
- ISO 9001:2015 – Auditor for QMS Internal audit.
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Kannada
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Workplace Service Delivery Specialist
Accenture solutions
10.2022 - Current
Director Quantity Surveyor
mindstudio
01.2022 - 10.2022
Procurement Lead and Costing
Jones Lang LaSalle
10.2019 - 11.2021
Manager- Quantity Survey and PMO
Mantri Developers Private Ltd.
01.2018 - 10.2019
Manager Quantity Surveyor and Quantity Surveyor
Vakil Housing Development Corporation
09.2012 - 07.2017
Project Coordinator and Senior Quantity Surveyor
Concorde Group Pvt Ltd.
03.2010 - 05.2012
Estimation Engineer
Sobha Developers Ltd.
12.2006 - 09.2007
Project Coordinator. Quantity Surveyor and Site Engineer
Raja Housing Ltd.
05.2004 - 11.2006
- 360Deg award winner in Accenture 2023
- ISO 9001:2015 – Auditor for QMS Internal audit.
MBA - Project Management
Bharathiyar University
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
IRTT, Bharathiyar University
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