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PUNNIA DURAI E

Chennai

Summary

Construction professional with 16+ years of expertise in execution, monitoring, and control of medium to large-scale commercial, institutional, and hospital fit-out projects. Proven ability to deliver projects within scope, time, and budget while ensuring quality and safety compliance. Adaptable and results-driven leader with strong problem-solving skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively to drive organizational growth and achieve strategic objectives.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Knight Frank India Pvt. Ltd
04.2015 - Current

Projects Worked:

· Iswarya Fertility center (25,000 Sqft) - Hospital refurbishment project at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built).

· RRD (58,000 Sqft) - Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built).

· Isprout (48,000 Sqft) - Office Fitouts at Chennai (PMC- Execution)

· Ericsson India Global Services (1,28,000 Sqft) - Office Fitouts at Chennai (PMC- Execution)

· Expeditors International (23,000 Sqft) - Office Fitouts PMC at Chennai and (EPC (37,000 Sqft) – Design & built)

· Future Pipe Industries Services Pvt Ltd (20,012 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built)

· Logitech Engineering & Designs India Pvt Ltd (60,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built)

· AGS Heath (72,000 Sqft) - Office Fitouts at Chennai (PMC- Execution) and (EPC 26,000Sqft) – Design & built)

· Gulf Asia Engineering and Projects Pvt Ltd (33,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built)

· Maxlinear Technologies Pvt Ltd (45,400 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built)

· Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College-Lecture Hall (34,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at pondicherry (EPC – Design & Built)

· Ramboll (36,400 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built)

· Likewize (24,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built)



Roles & Responsibilities:

· Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of interior fit-out projects from inception to handover

· Develop project strategy, define scope, and set clear project objectives in alignment with client requirements.

· Oversee multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, timelines, and budget control.

· Monitor critical path and milestones to ensure timely completion.

· Encourage collaboration, accountability, and problem-solving within the team.

· Ensure timely onboarding, performance tracking, and payment approvals.

· Main point of contact for clients, consultants, landlords, and vendors.

· Conduct regular progress meetings, site walkthroughs, and stakeholder updates.

· Ensure client expectations are managed, and deliverables meet agreed specifications and timelines.

· Coordinate with design teams and consultants to ensure design intent is met on-site.

· Resolve technical issues and design discrepancies with consultants and internal teams.

· Ensure full compliance with HSE policies and local regulations on-site

· Oversee final snagging, commissioning, and client approvals.

· Ensure all warranties, manuals, and compliance documents are submitted.

· Finalize all contractual obligations and ensure smooth project close-out.

Senior Project Engineer

Northstar Elements
04.2014 - 02.2015

Projects Worked :

· Dr Reddy's laboratories (22,400 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Hyderabad (GC)

· ITW (7,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Hyderabad (GC)


Roles & Responsibilities :

· Review and understand project drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

· Coordinate with consultants, architects, interior designers, and subcontractors.

· Certifications of contractor bills.

· Ensure all works are executed as per approved shop drawings and project specifications.

· Monitor work progress and resolve site issues promptly.

· Ensure client requirements and expectations are met or exceeded.

Site Engineer

Vestian Global Workplace Services Pvt Ltd
08.2012 - 03.2014

Projects Worked:

· Flex India (2,40,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (PMC- Execution)

· Flex India Sriperumbudur (2,00,000 Sqft) Industrial at Chennai (PMC- Execution)

· Global English India Pvt Ltd (26,000 Sqft) Office Fitouts at Chennai (EPC – Design & Built).


Roles & Responsibilities:

· Supervise and manage day-to-day site operations for all works

· Ensure work is carried out as per approved shop drawings, specifications, and method statements.

· Monitor the workmanship to ensure quality finishes and alignment with project requirements.

· Coordinate and manage subcontractors, skilled labor, and site teams.

· Ensure all works are completed to client satisfaction before handover.

Site Engineer

Greater Chennai Constructions
05.2009 - 08.2012

Projects Worked:

· Finishing works from Brickwork to handing over in a Residential S+3 floor residential project at Anna Nagar, Chennai. (Built up area – 6388 Sft)

· Preparation of schedules and tracking of project.

· Preparation of budget on a monthly basis.

· Co – ordination between Architect, Service Consultants and Contractors.

· Certifications of contractor bills.

Education

Diploma - Civil Engineering

Sriram Polytechnic College
Chennai.

Skills

    CORE COMPETENCIES
  • Interior Fit-Out Project Management
  • Design & Build (EPC) and PMC Execution
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Quality Assurance & HSE Compliance
  • Project Scheduling & Monitoring
  • Team Leadership & Performance Tracking
  • Client Relationship Management

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Knight Frank India Pvt. Ltd
04.2015 - Current

Senior Project Engineer

Northstar Elements
04.2014 - 02.2015

Site Engineer

Vestian Global Workplace Services Pvt Ltd
08.2012 - 03.2014

Site Engineer

Greater Chennai Constructions
05.2009 - 08.2012

Diploma - Civil Engineering

Sriram Polytechnic College
PUNNIA DURAI E