S. Mahesh
Bengaluru
Summary
Highly accomplished and meticulous Contracts & Procurement Professional with over 18+ years of extensive experience in the Construction and Real Estate industry, specializing in comprehensive project management, contract administration, and financial oversight. Proven expertise in managing multi-million-dollar projects, optimizing costs, and mitigating risks to deliver projects on time and within budget. Adept at building strategic stakeholder relationships and leading high-performing teams to achieve organizational growth and exceptional project outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Contracts – South (Deputy General Manager – Contracts)
Birla Estates Pvt Ltd
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Directed comprehensive contract and procurement management for multi-million-dollar construction projects, including strategic budgeting, detailed cost analysis, and vendor negotiations, valued over Rs. 2000 Cr.
- Developed and implemented robust financial management strategies, including budget tracking, payment processing, and efficient cost and administration initiatives.
- Mitigated project risks by implementing effective risk management strategies and ensuring stringent contract administration, including claims and dispute settlements.
- Executed robust risk management frameworks and administered contracts effectively, resolving claims and disputes to maintain project continuity.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with internal teams, cost consultants, and vendors to ensure on-time project completion and uphold quality standards.
- Coordinated and enforced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across projects, ensuring strict alignment with organizational best practices and compliance.
Senior Manager - Contracts
Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Directed contract and project procurement for large-scale residential and commercial developments, valued over Rs. 600 Cr.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful handover of high-rise residential towers/complexes with luxury amenities. Oversaw the construction of high-rise commercial complexes (offices & hotels), managing site execution, daily planning, and work programming.
- Utilized strong influencing and negotiation skills to resolve complex challenges and generate innovative solutions.
- Provided financial oversight, conducting cost reporting and variance analysis to ensure project delivery within budget and on schedule.
- Negotiated and finalized tenders, ensuring procurement strategies were aligned with company objectives and achieved cost efficiencies.
- Implemented effective risk management measures, leading to significant cost savings and minimized claims.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships, ensuring seamless operations and adherence to contractual obligations.
Deputy Manager – Contracts
Tata Housing Development Company Ltd.
05.2011 - 02.2018
- Managed comprehensive financial aspects of major projects, including budget preparation, meticulous cost tracking, and efficient payment management.
- Coordinated critical risk assessments and streamlined procurement processes for contractors and suppliers.
- Ensured strict adherence to contractual terms, promptly resolving disputes and claims to maintain project continuity.
- Administered contracts and managed vendor relationships across multiple construction packages.
Project Coordinator
Subash Projects and Marketing Ltd.
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Coordinated overall project progress and procurement activities, including vendor development and performance monitoring.
- Generated monthly progress reports, meticulously maintained project budgets, and provided essential support to senior leadership.
Project QS (Quantity Surveyor)
Afcons Constructions Ltd.
07.2006 - 08.2010
- Generated comprehensive project MIS reports and managed all aspects of client and sub-contractor billing, including PRW bills.
- Conducted detailed cost tracking, monthly financial summaries, quantity computations, and financial reconciliations.
- Prepared client bills, performed detailed rate analysis, and ensured bill compliances for large-scale projects.
- Monitored and analyzed project budgets, ensuring stringent cost control and adherence to project deadlines.
Education
Honorary Doctorate -
The International Business School of Scandinavia
Executive Programme - Strategy & Leadership
IIM Kashipur
MBA - Project Management
SMU
BE - Civil Engineering
MSRIT
Skills
- Construction Project Management Software
- Stakeholder Communication
- ERP Systems
- Claims & Dispute Resolution
- Procurement Management
- Construction Management
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Financial Management
- Contract Management
- Venting & Estimation
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Team Leadership
- Costing & Estimation
- SOP Implementation
- SAP Project Systems
- Value Engineering
- Risk Management
- Microsoft Project
Accomplishments
- Achieved a 6.72% cost savings on major contracts (FY22-23), significantly exceeding budget targets for Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited.
- Successfully settled contractor claims totaling Rs. 52.14 Cr. without payments “NIL Claim”, accelerating project closure by 75 days (during FY20-21).
- Negotiated and awarded high-value contracts and procurement, exceeding Rs. 2000 Cr. for Birla Estates, Mahindra Lifespace Developers and over Rs. 648 Cr. for Tata Housing.
- Led inter-project coordination initiatives that resulted in 6.8% cost savings against approved budgets at Tata Housing.
- Provided valuable suggestions for optimizing traffic flow at Hebbal Flyover, which were subsequently implemented by the Special Commissioner of Police - Traffic.
Certification
- Job Oriented Training Programme - Builder's Association of India Construction Academy and Research Centre
- Quality Control and Quality Assurance in Construction - INSTRUCT, Bangalore
- Personality Development Course - CISCO MSRIT, Bangalore
- Microsoft Project Planning and Scheduling - A. N. Prakash Construction Planning & Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
- SAP Technical Programme in Project Systems - Global Information Solutions Ltd.
- Fellow Member - ACCE (ACCE)
- Fellow Chartered Valuer - CAT
- Member of Institute of Engineers & Chartered Engineer (Institute of Engineers India)
Languages
English (Professional Working Proficiency)
Kannada (Native)
Hindi (Professional Working Proficiency)
Timeline
Head of Contracts – South (Deputy General Manager – Contracts)
Birla Estates Pvt Ltd
09.2023 - 02.2024
Senior Manager - Contracts
Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited
03.2018 - 08.2023
Deputy Manager – Contracts
Tata Housing Development Company Ltd.
05.2011 - 02.2018
Project Coordinator
Subash Projects and Marketing Ltd.
09.2010 - 12.2010
Project QS (Quantity Surveyor)
Afcons Constructions Ltd.
07.2006 - 08.2010
Executive Programme - Strategy & Leadership
IIM Kashipur
MBA - Project Management
SMU
BE - Civil Engineering
MSRIT
Honorary Doctorate -
The International Business School of Scandinavia
Awards
Best Achiever Award - Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited (2022), Corporate Sustainability - Climate Change Champion (Tata Housing, 2017), Certificate of Honor (ISO Certification) (2015), Certificate of Honor (ISO Internal Audits) (2014)
Disclaimer
I, the undersigned certify to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly represents my qualification, experience & myself. Place: Bangalore Date: Dr.S. Mahesh
Hobbies and Interests
Passionate about cricket, reading, music, and socializing.