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Sri Charan Lokku

Sri Charan Lokku

Manager In Planning And Coordination
Venkatagiri

Summary

Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Manager - Planning and Development

KEC INTERNATIONAL LIMITED - DATA CENTER PROJECT
Greater Noida
12.2022 - Current
  • Worked closely with project manager to create project work scopes and schedules.
  • Monitored activities for adherence to vital milestones and deliverables.
  • Collaborated with company leaders to support consistency and best practices.
  • Assisted with internal financial planning, analysis and budgeting.
  • Planned resources, conducted costing activities and managed proposal phases.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Planning Manager

Larsen & Toubro Limited
Sonipat
06.2019 - 12.2022
  • Mentored and supported 5 Planning department employees to create strong workplace culture.
  • Checked and controlled inventory of construction material to maintain minimal stock to mitigate risks and opportunities prior.
  • Planned resources, conducted costing activities and managed proposal phases for all finishing packages and special material procurement.
  • Developed detailed plans based on project guid lines and implemented proper tracking guidance and direction.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules for critical pours and Night shift activities for better utilisation of resources.
  • Trained personnel in online DPR systems, Bulk material Wastage optimization tool and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills in lean implemention, Root cause analysis.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Bridge Engineer

Skanksa USA Civil South East.
Pensacola
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Prepared Work quality inspection plan for all construction activities, documented drawings , RFI's and Submittals as in-progress and final bridge construction.
  • Improved traffic flow and reduced congestion through innovative and solution-oriented bridge proper shifting of Traffic.
  • Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
  • Supervised application of quality assurance and quality control of construction of cable stay bridge and post-tensioning bridges.
  • Oversaw construction of 9 new bridges ( 1 No - 3 Mile Pensacola Bay Bridge and 8 Nos - I4 Ultimate Orlando downtown area Bridges) and demolition of 3 bridges - I4 Ultimate Orlando downtown area Bridges.
  • Wrote project proposal summaries, outlining factors such as timelines, scheduling and required permits complying to all state laws.
  • Organized and directed construction and demolition and related activities on I-4 Ultimate Orlando downtown area Bridges.
  • Monitored implementation of necessary safety and redundancy principals in design and construction of new structures.

Project Engineer

James McHugh Construction
Chicago
09.2014 - 01.2017
  • Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
  • Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
  • Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
  • Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
  • Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
  • Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
  • Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.
  • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
  • Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
  • Created project schedules and worked with contractors to assure work is completed properly and on time.
  • Reviewed construction work against technical designs and drawings to assess compliance.
  • Visited construction sites daily to evaluate work quality.
  • Communicated with project accounting about monthly subcontractor billings and pay applications.
  • Coordinated and facilitated onsite consultant, regulatory and client representative inspections.
  • Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
  • Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.
  • Supported CIP projects and managed street and pavement projects.
  • Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
  • Interacted with state and local agencies concerning compliance with codes and regulations.
  • Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.

Estimation Intern

Aspire Tenants Improvements
Chicago
04.2014 - 07.2014
  • Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
  • Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
  • Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
  • Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.

Planning Engineer

Larsen And Toubro Limited
Bharuch
07.2011 - 05.2013

Technical Support for Target (Project: EWAC alloys Ltd. & Grasim Cellulosic Textile Industries) • Implemented quality assurance plan, developed acceptance criteria for material and work, interpreted contract documents including technical specification and drawings.• Handled field and laboratory testing of materials and completed work, field and site investigation, monitoring progress.• Maintained Documents, Client Invoicing, Sub-Contractor Billing, Material Reconciliation, Quantity Surveying.• Trained in Job Cost Report, Estimate Time Completion reports Working, Cost Statements, Scheduling.

  • Coordinate, managed & supervised to work of subordinate’s project / construction & support staff.

• Achieved client Billing of INR 34.7 Cr (US $ 5,830,000) against sub-contractor billing of INR 29.8 Cr (US $ 4,960,000) maintained of margin of 15% consistently. • Achieved Concreting of 18,640 Cu.m, Reinforcement steel of 9,600 Tons, Painting of 65,468 Sq.m, Tiling of 11,574 Sq.m, pavers of 6,935 sq.mt, kerb stones of 876 running meter in span of 283 days with help of 2 unskilled supervisors.

Education

Master Of Engineering - Construction Engineering And Management

Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago
08.2013 - 05.2015

Bachelor Of Engineering - Civil Engineering

RMK Engineering College
Chennai
09.2007 - 05.2011

Board Of Intermediate Education - Andhra Pradesh - Maths Physics And Chemistry

Vignan Junior College
Vadlamudi
06.2005 - 04.2007

Skills

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Timeline

Manager - Planning and Development

KEC INTERNATIONAL LIMITED - DATA CENTER PROJECT
12.2022 - Current

Planning Manager

Larsen & Toubro Limited
06.2019 - 12.2022

Bridge Engineer

Skanksa USA Civil South East.
03.2017 - 04.2019

Project Engineer

James McHugh Construction
09.2014 - 01.2017

Estimation Intern

Aspire Tenants Improvements
04.2014 - 07.2014

Master Of Engineering - Construction Engineering And Management

Illinois Institute of Technology
08.2013 - 05.2015

Planning Engineer

Larsen And Toubro Limited
07.2011 - 05.2013

Bachelor Of Engineering - Civil Engineering

RMK Engineering College
09.2007 - 05.2011

Board Of Intermediate Education - Andhra Pradesh - Maths Physics And Chemistry

Vignan Junior College
06.2005 - 04.2007
Sri Charan LokkuManager In Planning And Coordination