Kailas Mahipal

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009**-********•DOHA, QATAR

Mechanical Engineer INFRA MEP Project ISO Lead Auditor

Mechanical Engineer and Construction MEP/ Site and Infra Professional (UPDA and ISO Certified) with a broad set of skills applicable across different sectors and roles. Having a progressive 13+ years of experience in the construction field (Metro, Airport, Research and Hospital buildings, Public Infrastructure) in MEP Field/Infrastructure, in HVAC and Plumbing. Performing well in high-pressure & competitive environments. An enthusiastic achiever with a solid background in team management, time management, and material management. Well-rounded, multilingual

CORE COMPETENCIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

●MEP, INFRA, STP Expert. Succeeded in leading multiple teams in finishing construction tasks while maintaining client time frames, while strictly following the safety standards and quality standards. Construction Management, Inspection, T&C and shop drawing review. Follow contract documents and design plans. Prepare progress reports. Lead Teams to finish AHU, FCU, VRF, Chilled water piping, Water distribution Pump installations and commissioning (T&C) and operations, Firefighting installations and pre-action and Inergen systems. Also done duct commissioning (SMACNA tests).

●Keen Attention to Detail. Accurate, consistent, reliable, and diligent. Always complete projects/tasks within budgets and schedules. Can handle any ongoing challenges. Excelled in technical problem-solving.

●Dynamic / Strong Communicator. Efficient in Progress meetings (Influencing and Presentation) and preparing reports for a clear picture of site progress and ongoing works. Fluent in English, Hindi, Malayalam, and Tamil.

●Systems Utilization and Technology Skills. Computer Literate, Proficient use of Windows and Mac operating systems, and Microsoft applications, well versed with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, PDMS.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mechanical Engineer Consultant

(Barahat Al Janoub ($ 1 Billion Township) - Infra / MEP / STP– Barwa Project)

Company: DARA Engineering Consultancy December 2020 – Present

• Attending to Inspection Requests (Material Submital, Installation, Startup, Testing, T&C, Commisioning and troubleshooting) submitted by the contractor and taking appropriate action in a timely manner.

• Reviewing submitted shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications, local codes and statutory requirements and international best practices.

• Reviewing submitted Method Statements, Shop Drawing, Technical Submittals, As-Built, OMM & Training Manuals against specifications, local codes, Benchmarks and statutory requirements and international best practices.

• Reporting any works (MEP, Infra- Foul water storm water, Potable Water, plumbing, Irrigation (Treated Water Distribution), STP – Sewage Treatment Plant – Waste Management Facilities) carried out by contractor found to not be in accordance with approved drawing and specifications and report to stakeholders for appropriate action.

• Monitoring / supervisory of quality of works and assess the safety at site including health and environmental issues, ensuring compliance with contractual / QCS/ PWA/ Engineering Standards, specifications and safety and health risk assessments.

• Maintaining records for daily activities on site including progress photos and ensure they are readily available for inspection as and when required.

• Preparing surveillance report(s) for deficiencies of work found at site and non-conformance reports (NCR) if required in view of the development of events.

• Checking and ensuring effective coordination between discipline related works and all other disciplines.

• Providing technical input and experiences to resolve any discipline related issues on site that may arise.

Mechanical Engineer MEP - Hamad International Airport

Company: Applus Velosi - Qatar September 2019 to February 2020

Conduct Energy Audit Inspections and troubleshooting for MEP Equipment as third party and submit reports report to HIA authority.

Analyze information on HVAC / MEP assets as per measured Reading and maintenance schedule.

Analyze the available documentation about the system itself (manufacturer information, maintenance History, conduct a thorough inspection of the HVAC plant and commissioning equipment using Bolometer, Anemometer, Hydronic manometer to look at physical factors affecting energy consumption.

Conduct a walk-through of the building to examine relevant factors, as well as an exterior “walk-around” to look at outdoor factors that might affect energy consumption. Come up with specific recommendations for action based on the results of the audit/Inspection.

Mechanical Engineer MEP (Site + QAQC)

Company: TCS JV, Doha Metro, Redline (ISG), Qatar May 2017 to August 2019

Performed Installation as per approved shop drawings, Inspection & Testing for HVAC Duct, Piping (Chilled Water/Water supply and sewage) & Fire Protection Systems in NORTH RED LINE METRO – QATAR Middle East, AL-Bidda, Corniche Station, and West Bay Station. Ensure the construction teams follow specifications.

Team management and completion of work as per schedule by strictly following the safety and quality procedures. Supervised 300 people team.

Overall Quality Control project responsibilities such as inspection and co-ordinations with sub-contractors for project installation, design and also welding activities.

ITP and Quality Plans, approved material inspections. Monitoring and supporting the Operation & Maintenance activities during O&M period. Writing report.

Mechanical Engineer (Project) MEP

Company: SNC Lavalin Group Sidra Medical Research Centre, Qatar June 2015 to Feb 2017

Preparing scheduling, coordinating and monitoring the assigned engineering projects. Attend daily client meetings. Arrange inspection for all MEP activities.

Maintaining multiple teams for completion of tasks. Forming teams (300 People) to finish snags and rectifications associated with MEP, Mechanical system within given time. Reduced labor.

Monitoring compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications. Interacting daily with the clients to interpret their needs and requirements and representing them in the field.

Review engineering activities and initiate appropriate corrective actions, Executed Aeroseal Works on ducts.

Mechanical Engineer MEP Dept. (Main Contr.)

Company: Urbacon Contracting (UCC), Qatar. August 2014 to May 2015

Team management, ability to adapt Produce project management and control plan to deliver to time scale. Co-ordinate with subcontractors in the completion of firefighting systems (NFPA 13, NFPA 20).

Raising inspection and clearing tests. Managing sub-Contractors. Follow up for clearing snag lists of systems.

To coordinate with contractors in area of specialty, ensuring the contractor performs diligently all obligations under the contract.

Monitoring all activities on site associated with MEP scheme to ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

Mechanical Engineer (HVAC MEP) Airport CP18,

Company: AL-Burdaini Trading and Contracting, Qatar. March 2010 to June 2014

Perform routine surveillance, inspection, monitoring & assurance of Contractor’s site activities in accordance with the Projects specifications.

Monitoring and supporting the Operation & Maintenance activities during O&M period. Oversee Installation, Operation & Maintenance to ensure that machines and equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.

Interface with Engineering and Installation to ensure installations of products are in accordance with approved data & provide technical support to supervisors.

EARLIER WORKING EXPERIENCE:

College Project Intern: South Indian Railway (Locomotive engine and Braking System).

Final Project: Bharath Petroleum Piping Vibration Analysis and Pump Frequency Monitoring.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Kerala University. India.

B.tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering (2005-2009)

American Society for Mechanical Engineers

Non-Destructive Testing (PT, RT, UT, VT) certification Piping Engineering certification

Royal academy for Marine (UK accreditation)

PDMS software certification.

MES Indian School

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