Contracts Administrator

VIKRAM C RAO B.Eng, CCM, ASIArb, ACIArb, AIIQS

E-MAIL: **********@*****.***

CONTACT NO: +974-****-****

EDUCATION:

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

REGISTRATIONS:

Associate Member: Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (36176)

Associate Member: Singapore Institute of Arbitrators (A0222)

Associate Member: Indian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (000698)

CERTIFICATIONS:

Certificate in Quantity Surveying in Practice from RICS Online Academy, U.K

Certificate in Contracts Management (CCM) from Singapore Institute of Purchasing and Materials Management, Singapore

Understanding Occupational Health & Safety Management System & Internal Auditing Course (OHSAS 18001:2007) conducted by Certification International, Singapore

COMPUTER/SOFTWARE SKILLS

AutoCAD

MS OFFICE

Primavera P6 V16.2

SUMMARY:

Over 17+ years of rich experience in managing Contracts, Claims and Commercial process in the construction industry right from inception to handover in EPC/DB/BOT/Item Rate Contracts. Having worked with ‘Client’, ‘Consultant’ as well as ‘Contractor’ and in a multinational and multicultural work environment in India, U.A.E, Myanmar, Singapore and Qatar has given an edge, understanding, vast experience and in-depth knowledge thereby have gained excellent relationship management, analytical and negotiation skills to coordinate with Clients, Consultants, and Contractors.

AREAS OF COMPETENCE:

Contracts & Claim Management / Administration

Commercial & Cost Management

Contract Review and Negotiation

Project / Risk Management

Contract Drafting (various)

Sub-Contract Management

STRENGTHS:

Able to work on own initiative and as a part of a team to achieve value for money by managing Time, Cost and Quality objectives of the Client for the construction project, including but not limited to the following:

Familiar with FIDIC Conditions of Contracts

Timely identification and notification of Cost and Time variance of construction projects.

Preparation, analyzing and settlement of Claims for Extension of Time, Disruption, Acceleration, Suspension and Termination.

Monitoring project budget, preparation, review and finalization of Variations and New Rates.

Review/assessment and certification of Interim Payments and Final Accounts.

Good knowledge and experience in re-measurable and lump sum contracts.

Good knowledge and experience in diversified projects as below

MAJOR PROJECTS WORKED:

D&B of Al Bustan Street North (P007 C7 P2), Qatar

Lusail City Development – Phase 2, (CP12, CP01-C1C2C3), Qatar

2 X 400MW Combined Cycle Power Project, Singapore

Myanmar-China Crude Oil Pipeline Project, Yangon, Myanmar

Dubai Rapid Link (DURL) – Metro Project Phase 1 & 2, Dubai, U.A.E

Development of Port Facilities at Gangavaram (P1 & P3), India

2X1000MW Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) (C3 & C6), India

Project Seabird, Phase 1a, India

CURRICULUM VITAE

1.PRESENT WORK:

PARSONS International Limited, Doha, Qatar (2015 – present)

Project: Lusail City Development – Phase 2

Package CP12: Marine Package consisting of Northern storm-water outfall, Bunds Removal, Flooding of the Lagoons and Beach Construction, Additional Dredging of Southern Marina Channel, Supply, and Installation of Buoys and Navigational Aids for LUSAIL Lagoons (USD 125Mi)

Package CPC1-C1, C2, C3: Highway Roads, Junctions, Utilities and Landscaping (USD 105Mi)

Project: Design and Construction of Al Bustan Street North (P007 C7 P2)

Design and Construction of Al Bustan Street North consisting of Road upgrades, Grade Separated Interchanges and multi-level Interchanges (USD 770Mi)

Designation: Senior Contracts Administrator /Quantity Surveyor

RESPONSIBILITY:

Administration of projects thereby ensuring the Contractor's compliance with the Contract Documents

Draft contractual letters by establishing the facts based on records and counter-replies

Ensure that all warranties, bonds, insurances, guarantees, are in place and updated

Review Monthly schedule of works completed, evaluation of work and recommendation for interim payment

Review Contractors Claims, Change Orders, Time Extension Claims and provide entitlement

Review and evaluate cost estimates of proposed Change Instructions, or Changes proposed by the Contractor

Prepare a final account incorporating all Change Orders, Claims etc

Monitor progress schedule and cash flow chart,

Regular meetings with Clients and Contractors on claims/Change Orders and resolution of issues/disputes

Review and monitor project progress for weekly and monthly management reports

Facilitate the contract closeout procedures to ensure that all terms and conditions of Contract have complied

Provide Contractual advice to Project Management Team and Clients

2.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: PacificLight Power Pte Ltd, Singapore (2011-2015)

Project: 2 X 400MW Combined Cycle Power Project

Design, Engineering, Supply, Procurement, Construction, Installation, testing and commissioning necessary to provide and complete the Temporary Works and the Project Works of a 745 megawatt (approximate) gas-fired combined cycle electric power generation facility at Jurong Island.(USD700Mi)

Designation: Senior Manager – Contracts & Commercial

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsible for client contract management and administration services, protect clients contractual entitlement

Estimate and cost planning, oversee the preparation of bill of quantities, value engineering, and life-cycle costing

Prepare, review and evaluate contract documents, contractual correspondence

Management of disputes and notices procedures

Review of variations, claims, quantum and provision of contractual advice

Monitor project progress, progress payments, project budget, and cash flow

Negotiate and agree on terms of business, advice on contractual matters

Manage contract and contractor performance and standards

Oversee due diligence activity and risk analysis/management

Provision of reports as required by Lenders and other stakeholders

Manage, audit and assess the commercial team for consistency

Change management, provision of estimates and overall budget control

Pre and Post contract administration services of consultants and contractors

Negotiation of final accounts and project closeout procedures

Develop, implement and review contract administration systems, policies, and procedures and compliance

Review project risk register and mitigation measures

3.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: Punj Lloyd Ltd, Myanmar (2011-2011)

Project: Myanmar-China Crude Oil Pipeline Project

EPCC for laying of Oil & Gas pipeline of approx 400Kms, 3 Main stations, 7 Valve stations, Submarine pipeline of 5.6Km, 6 Nos of HDD and 2 Nos of Major Rivers – (USD 475Mi)

Project: WNTS – ORF Modification Project, Jurong Island, Singapore

Designation: Senior Manager – Contracts

RESPONSIBILITY:

Contract vetting and finalization for sign-off in liaising with Clients / Engineer

Manage all spheres of contracts between Clients, Consultants, and Subcontractors

Implement contract-monitoring system at the project site

Prepare contract synopsis, contract appreciation document & monitor baseline schedule

Arrange bonds, BG, and insurances in liaising with the finance department

Subcontract Management from inception to close out

Prepare Delay Analysis report for WNTS – Onshore Receiving Facilities Modification

4.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: Japan-Turkey Metro JV, Dubai U.A.E (2008 – 2011)

Project: Dubai Rapid Link (DURL) – Metro Project Phase 1 & 2

Design, Construction, and Maintenance of 75Km stretch of Fully Automated & Advance Metro Network in U.A.E (USD 4.2Bi)

Designation: Deputy Engineering Manager – Contracts & Claims

RESPONSIBILITY

Management of Claims with Client / Consortium partners/ Consultants

Contract Interpretation and management of contract conditions including VO’s

Timely submission of relevant contractual notices & claims and contractual correspondence

Responsible for liaising with the site managers concerning the contractual issues

Identify and prepare claims from inception including claim statement and substantiation

Prepare justification statements for variation instruction and provisional valuation

Attend and participate in weekly/monthly progress meetings and prepare management reports

Assist in evaluation of project insurances, submission of claims on those policies

Maintain Contract registers and update the PMT on their status

5.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: Larsen & Toubro Ltd, ECC Division, India (2006 – 2008)

Project: Development of Port Facilities at Gangavaram (GPL), Package 1&3, India

Package 1: Construction of Breakwaters, Temporary Jetty (USD45Mi)

Package 3: Civil Works – Marine & Onshore – Construction of Berths, Land Reclamation, Shore Protection, Transit Sheds, Port Office and Administration Buildings and Related Civil Works (USD 40Mi)

Designation: Assistant Construction Manager – Contracts & Claims

RESPONSIBILITY:

Prepare contract synopsis to develop awareness among Engineers/Officers

Prepare and issue contractual correspondence, notices and delays/extension of time

Identify, notify and substantiate variations and claims (cost & time)

Manage project insurances, notify and submit Claims as necessary

Prepare briefs for Regional Contracts Head/lawyer’s opinions / Senior Counsel

Monitor QS in managing monthly progress claims and finalization of accounts

Monitor Risks thru master project risk register

Prepare documents to handle disputes / amicable settlement /arbitrations

Subcontract Management from inception to close out

6.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: Hindustan Construction Company Ltd, India (2004-2006)

Project: 2X1000MW Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP).

Package C3: Construction of Reactor Buildings, Reactor Auxiliary and Main Control Room Buildings, Unit 1 & 2 (USD60Mi)

Package C6: Construction of Pump House, Tunnels, Chlorination Plant, Temporary Dyke, Breakwater, Bridge, Intake Structures, Sea Water Pipelines, Fish Protection Facilities, Discharge Channels and Shore protection works Unit 1 & 2 (USD85Mi)

Designation: Contracts Engineer

RESPONSIBILITY

Prepare contract appreciation document to administrate the contract conditions

Identify claims & variations / evaluate / substantiate and prepare claim statement

Maintain records of resources involved on activities for recovery of time and/or cost arising out of extra works

Coordinate with QS, Planning to monitor for any quantity variation for the works

Prepare LOI and WO/PO’s to Subcontractors and ensure strict compliance of the same

Prepare Interim Payment Certificates / timely submission and resolving issues

7.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: L&T – Hochtief Seabird J.V, India (2001-2004)

Project: Project Seabird, Phase 1a.

Phase 1a: Construction of Breakwaters, Land Reclamations, and related Civil Works (USD80Mi)

Designation: Civil Engineer

RESPONSIBILITY

Supervising of Marine Structures works and Civil Works

Prepare /Monitor Weekly / Monthly Work Schedule and monitor progress and mitigate any delays

Planning / Estimation / Execution for Civil/ Marine works

Elaboration of daily shift reports & daily shift construction schedule

Request for a survey of installed Breakwater layer, according to design / Control the quality of work.

8.PAST WORK EXPERIENCE:

Company: Sharda Associates, India (1999-2001)

Project: Residential Houses & Steel Structure Sheds

Designation: Design Engineer

RESPONSIBILITY

Design / Estimate / Supervise Civil Works related to Residential Houses / Structural sheds

Prepare Work Schedule and Monitor Progress against Planned Vs Act

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