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
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
MBA - Project Management
Bharathiyar University
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
IRTT, Bharathiyar University