SANTHOSH KUMAR R
PLANNING MANAGER
CHENNAI,TAMIL NADU
Summary
Project Planning Manager with 4+years leading organizational planning functions in support of overall business strategy and goal achievement. Knowledgeable industry veteran with background analyzing report data, controlling inventory and forecasting. Innovative with history crafting new strategies for planning process and tactics to boost sales.
Overview
6
6
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning Manager
E5 Contractors Private Limited
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
02.2021 - Current
- For the proposed Construction of Industrial Park comprising of G+4 Floors adding to a total of 4,75,000 Sqft built up area in SIPCOT Sunguvarchatram.
- Assisted with internal financial planning, analysis and budgeting.
- Mentored and supported 10 Execution department employees to create strong workplace culture.
- Assessed and forecasted Company sales projections.
- Verified overall customer plans to achieve sales and operations objectives.
- Oversaw inventory management strategies and processes for programs.
- Monitored processes and procedures, making sure company met compliance regulations.
- Oversaw training and onboarding process for all newly hired employees within Construction Execution Team.
- Planned resources, conducted costing activities and managed bid and proposal phases.
- Developed paperless environment, by implementing an online system to manage data, process orders, and integrate processes, improving efficiency and reducing labor hours.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees in Planning and Execution department and conducted training programs to meet identified needs.
Project Planning Manager
Consolidated Construction Consortium Limited
Vijayawada, ANDHRA PRADESH
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed team of 6 employees, overseeing project planning, project execution and professional growth of employees.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and provided solutions for multiple execution bottlenecks.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Actively listened to clients' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Hired, trained, and on-boarded 3 new employees, providing initial support that expedited staff assimilation.
Project Management Consultant
INCI Constructions And Interiors Private Limited
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU
10.2017 - 10.2018
- For the construction of a College, School and respective amenities buildings comprising a total of 2,80,000 Sqft built up area in Vyasarpadi, Chennai for AAD Architects.
- Established timeframe and managed schedule throughout project.
- Determined appropriate budgets and oversaw expenses.
- Liaised with Client Project Head and Contractor Project Head to resolve issues that impacted project delivery.
- Scheduled and participated in weekly meetings to discuss project progress and identify solutions to bottlenecks.
- Configured and maintained processes and systems for effective project delivery.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
Project Manager
INCI Construction And Interiors Private Limited
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU
03.2017 - 09.2017
- For the construction of external infrastructures like Basket Ball Court, Open Stadium, Public Relation Office and Entrance Arch at Velammal Vidyalaya in Poonamalle, Chennai.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Reined in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Fostered relationships with vendors to foster positive working relationships.
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
Planning and Billing Engineer
INCI Construction And Interiors Private Limited
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU
10.2015 - 02.2017
- For the construction of Sri Balaji and Sri Padmavathe Agro Cold Storage at Manali.
- Contacted clients with past due accounts to formulate payment plans and discuss restructuring options.
- Identified, researched and resolved billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating and all types of cash and banking reconciliations.
Project Engineer
Hubra Trading LLC
Muscat, Oman
07.2013 - 09.2015
- Building mainly for Sports purpose with 1600 m2 of Main Stadium with with 350 Spectators Capacity with 1300 m2 play area compatible for Basket Ball, Volley Ball etc.
- Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
- Communicated with industrial equipment installers to deliver technical support throughout project execution.
- Provided technical direction of system development methodologies to support improved technical performance.
- Analyzed drawings and delivered concise instructions to technical team to maintain quality control.
- Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects, providing documentation on required changes and expectations.
- Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance, health and safety.
Assistant Valuer
AAV Perumal & Associates
CHENNAI, TAMIL NADU
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Stayed updated on market trends for local area and similar property types.
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
- Took photographs of interior and exterior of buildings to properly document features and conditions.
- Completed appraisals on Building properties, supporting property transactions or for legal purposes.
- Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
National Institute of Technology
06.2008 - 08.2012
Skills
Auto CAD
undefinedTimeline
Planning Manager
E5 Contractors Private Limited
02.2021 - Current
Project Planning Manager
Consolidated Construction Consortium Limited
10.2018 - 08.2020
Project Management Consultant
INCI Constructions And Interiors Private Limited
10.2017 - 10.2018
Project Manager
INCI Construction And Interiors Private Limited
03.2017 - 09.2017
Planning and Billing Engineer
INCI Construction And Interiors Private Limited
10.2015 - 02.2017
Project Engineer
Hubra Trading LLC
07.2013 - 09.2015
Assistant Valuer
AAV Perumal & Associates
09.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
National Institute of Technology
06.2008 - 08.2012
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