Pooja Balchander
Bengaluru
Summary
Experienced Quantity Surveyor with 4 + years of strong background in contract negotiation and resource planning and allocation. Uses developed negotiation and communication skills to achieve high value for clients. Persuasive negotiator skilled in pricing strategies and ERP systems.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Quantity Surveyor
SJR Prime Corporation
Bengaluru
12.2024 - Current
- Captured, managed, and reported on construction budget costs and risk management strategies, ensuring financial control and accountability.
- Managed contract terms with subcontractors, minimising budget overspend and ensuring compliance with financial guidelines.
- Prepared detailed progress reports, highlighting cost movements and forecasting future financial performance.
- Mentored junior quantity surveyors and trainees, enhancing their technical skills and professional development.
- Analysed manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
Assistant Procurement Manager
Redwood Interiors
Bengaluru, India
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Negotiated with suppliers, implementing contracts to secure value for money and optimise resource allocation.
- Built and nurtured stakeholder and supplier relationships through effective communication and networking, enhancing collaboration and support.
- Monitored performance improvement initiatives, verifying progress against KPIs to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
Quantity Surveyor
Vatsala Construction & Consultants
Bengaluru, India
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Measured structural and architectural works to prepare accurate cost estimates for projects.
- Advised clients on value for money by analysing construction plans and drafting precise quantity requirements for budget planning.
- Resolved complex billing errors by collaborating with colleagues across departments.
BOQ & Specification Engineer
Pavanitha Renewables Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru, India
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Regularly assessed costs against project budgets, maintaining continued progress within financial frameworks.
- Created realistic, attainable cost plans, optimizing project success against financial targets.
- Built and nurtured positive relationships with suppliers to negotiate cost-effective materials and equipment.
Education
M.Tech - Water and Land Management -
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Belgaum, KA01-2021
B.E Civil Engineering -
Tontadarya College of Engineering
Gadag, KA01-2019
Skills
- Cost estimation
- Contract management
- Contract negotiation
- Risk Mitigation
- Vendor Management
Languages
- English
- Kannada
- Tamil
- Marathi
- Hindi
Accomplishments
- Lean Six Sigma AI Yellow Belt Certificate - Sparen & Gewinn Consulting
Timeline
Senior Quantity Surveyor
SJR Prime Corporation
12.2024 - Current
Assistant Procurement Manager
Redwood Interiors
06.2024 - 12.2024
Quantity Surveyor
Vatsala Construction & Consultants
11.2022 - 12.2023
BOQ & Specification Engineer
Pavanitha Renewables Pvt Ltd
04.2021 - 11.2022
M.Tech - Water and Land Management -
Visvesvaraya Technological University
B.E Civil Engineering -
Tontadarya College of Engineering