PRADEEPSAI LOKANADHAM

Versatile Project Manager possessing dynamic client oversight, issue resolution and cost analysis skills. Offering 17 years of demonstrated history successfully juggling multiple projects simultaneously. Strong knowledge of MS Office and various project management software.

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PMP - Project Management Institute -PMI, 2022

XEUILLEY VICAT, France, 01/2021 - Current,

Being part of Xeuilley Vicat project, I am overseeing the EPC scope of supply, for a 400t/day calcined clay production line with flash calciner technology, proposed for achieving a 40% clinker substitution in cement and a 16% smaller carbon footprint. The scope includes total Volume of Concrete 25000 cum & 1200 MT of Structural steel, 5000 MT of heavy machines including piping, ducting , electricals etc Managing a Euro86.8m contract, It is engineered with a design and supply collaborated cross- functionally for seamless integration, contributing to world sustainable development with impeccable control of scope, budget, and timelines.

CBI GHANA, Africa, 03/2022 - Current,

Being part of CBI project in Ghana, I am overseeing the Civil Engineering services for a 1000t/day calcined clay production line with the world's largest gas suspension calciner system & a new grinding station adding 120% capacity, and anticipating significant financial and environmental returns through lower CO2 emissions, energy savings, and reduced clinker imports contributing to the industry's commitment to environmentally friendly processes, achieving up to 40% CO2 reductions. The scope includes total Volume of Concrete 45000 cum & 3500 MT of Structural steel , 9000 MT of heavy machines including piping, ducting , electricals etc Managing a Euro150m contract, it is engineered with a design and supply collaborated cross- functionally for seamless integration, contributing to world sustainable development with impeccable control of scope, budget, and timelines.

UTCL Project - Aditya Birla Group, 03/2020 - 11/2022,

Led the Civil Engineering side in successful integration and upgrade of a Mining & Clinker unit for the Aditya Birla Group's UTCL project, increasing capacity from 5,000 to 8,000 TPD in a challenging brownfield environment, involving a comprehensive Pyro process upgrade, installation of advanced technologies, and overcoming pandemic-related challenges with meticulous attention to safety and remarkable stakeholder cooperation. Managed a INR200m contract, engineered a production line with a design and supply collaborated cross- functionally for seamless integration, contributing to world sustainable development with impeccable control of scope, budget, and timelines.

Shah Cement - Bangladesh, 01/2016 - 11/2018,

Successfully led the Civil Engineering and execution of the Shah Group cementation unit, a 10,000 TPD brownfield project in Bangladesh, involving the installation of critical components OK mill 80-6, construction of grinding circuit and storage facilities, overcoming challenges such as adverse Soil Conditions, weather, and seismic conditions, and ultimately earning recognition as the "World's Largest Mill" by the Guinness World Records. Managed a Euro250m contract, engineered a production line with a design and supply collaborated cross- functionally for seamless integration, contributing to world sustainable development with impeccable control of scope, budget, and timelines.

Oman Cements, 02/2014 - 10/2016,

Successfully executed the EPC OCC project, a government-owned integration of Mining & cementation with a capacity of 5,500 TPD under the Royal Oman authorities, involving key installations, overcoming challenges related to low bearing capacities and extreme temperatures, and ultimately achieving successful completion of the project. Managed a Euro200m contract, It is engineered with a design and supply collaborated cross- functionally for seamless integration, contributing to world sustainable development with impeccable control of scope, budget, and timelines.

• Fluent in English
• Regional Languages fluency in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil.

• Continuously Improved and maintained a centralized knowledge center for EPC projects by supporting quantitative and Qualitative metrics, contracting strategy, constructability, and cost implications.
• Facilitated feasibility & Hot proposal studies and collaborated with Sales, Proposal & Project teams contributing to the qualification of Proposal/Sales bids and supporting bid list development.
• Established and maintained industry relationships, tracking the current engineering and construction trends in the dynamic market, and engaging with key Institutes, Tier -1 Contractors for competitive market intelligence.
• Successfully supported EP/EPC projects through various engineering and execution stages, ensuring adherence to project scope, specifications, and best practices and managed a budget of $2M to $250M and delivered projects on time and within the budget.
• Contributed to in-house Proposal & Project studies for Upgrade/Retrofit Projects and prepared feasibility reports for design projects. Implementation of modularized projects through engineering and execution stages

Project Management Excellence Award - Recognized for achieving exceptional success in executing projects within given timelines and budgets.

• Project: Modern Cements, Jordan - "5000 TPD Green Field Pyro Unit" Year - 2010
• Project: Ital Cementi, India - "Green Field Grinding Unit" Year - 2012
• Project: ACC Gagal, India - "Upgradation of Raw Material Crushing Brown Field Grinding Unit" Year - 2014
• Project: Oman Cement Limited, Muscat - "250 TPH Brown Field Grinding Unit" Year - 2016

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification - Attainment of prestigious PMP certification, demonstrating a strong understanding of industry best practices and project management principles in the year 2022.

Best Team Collaboration - Acknowledgment for fostering a collaborative work environment and promoting effective teamwork amongst project stakeholders during 2019-2020.

Client Satisfaction Award - Received for consistently exceeding client expectations by delivering projects with exceptional quality and maintaining open communication channels.

Continuous Learning: As a project manager, I have a genuine passion for learning and staying updated on the latest trends and best practices in project management. I enjoy attending conferences, webinars, and workshops to enhance my knowledge and skills.

Joined a professional networking group for project managers like PMI Chennai Chapters. Participated in a team-building workshop focused on project management techniques with Inhouse & External Stakeholders. Led a cross-functional team to successfully implement a project from start to finish for Intercompany innovation activities. Organized and facilitated workshops "Construction Management & Contract Management" seminars on project management best practices.

I, PRADEEPSAI LOKANADHAM, hereby declare that the information contained herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.