MEP Manager, Project director

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Syed Mujtaba Quadri

Current Location: Dubai, UAE

Contact: +971-*********, +971-********* (Mob) +971-******** (Res. Landline) E-mail:***********@*****.***, *******.******@*******.*** LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/syed-mujtaba-quadri-b7b5a321?trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile Highly efficient and passionate Engineering professional leveraging 22 years of insightful experience in the field of HVAC/MEP construction project management, business operation and development, is seeking for a challenging assignment within a progressive organization as…

MEP- Project Director/General Manager

(Construction and Engineering)

Result driven with 22 years of versatile experience in the Middle East (UAE) of which 10 years in MNC, holding a core strength in managing P&L of the business, excellent technical & leadership skills, highly effective in managing communication protocol, compose under tremendous pressure; is in pursuit for a challenging career in an organization which best positioned my knowledge and business acumen. With a versatile experience to oversee the entire business operations, implement Project Management process, qualify the design & build projects, with a proven track record of accomplishment over 150 projects (Small-Large/EPC contracts) for wide industries from high rise Residential buildings, hospitals, hotels, office buildings, telecommunication bldg., showrooms to a niche and sophisticated design of modular cooling plants, District cooling plants, Ice tanks, Fish farms, Dates factories, Shopping malls, Process cooling, Skydive Tunnels, Data centers, cold stores, Printing press, Horse Stables, Indoor Swimming pool air-conditioning, Kitchen applications, Ships & barges etc. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

HVAC/ MEP Design

Negotiations skills

Energy Management Services

Tendering & Bidding Process

Project Management

Time Management

Commissioning activities

Cost Control

Dispute Resolution and Claims management

Effective communication skills

Team Leadership and Management

Safety policies

SOFT SKILLS

Decision Making Skill

Good Team Player

Good Listener

Mentoring

Problem Solving Ability

Soft Spoken

Highly skilled in multi-tasking

Punctuality

Disciplined

PROFESSIONAL SYNOPSIS

• Proven ability in delivering the business growth YoY by strategic business plan.

• Extremely skilled in delivering an efficient and sustainable design to achieve the project objective and meet business goals.

• Proficient in preparation and review of design, contract agreement, BOQ and relevant codes.

• Demonstrated expertise in sizing and selection of major equipment considering sustainable and energy efficient optimization methodology.

• Well versed in project development, successful commissioning and sustained operational effectiveness.

• Highly skilled at analysing project variances, forecast risk and implement plan.

• Outstanding skills in Liaising and dealing under pressure with all the stakeholders.

• Initiate hiring process, acquire team and develop the skills. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Trane BVBA, Dubai, UAE

Senior Projects Manager (Energy Services & Contracting): Nov 2010 - Present. (9+ Years)

(Reporting to General Manager)

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the seamless execution of multiple projects and functioning of business operations within the UAE.

• Leading a team of employees with the responsibility of delivering the turnkey projects in compliance with the project intent, design specifications and meets client requirements.

• Organize pre-bid reviews to evaluate accuracy of the estimate and project scope, review the contract terms and provide suggestion for alterations or amendments, identify risk, allocate overhead cost, assign reserves, define margin, and create project budget for implementation.

• Provide viable design inputs, appoint Consultants for design development, monitor timely implementation of design and approvals.

• Identify the product features, select vendors, specify the products, and proceed for the client approval.

• Validate procurement documents, define vendors scope, negotiate the proposals and ensure implementation as per the agreement. 2

• Review and manage the contract, records events, initiate claims, minimize disputes, contain overrun cost, allocate resources and monitor budget.

• Supervise, direct and motivate the team for successful implementation of plan to meet business strategies and client’s satisfaction.

• Implement and develop the processes to meet the business requirements and growth. MENASCO Mech. Contracting, Dubai, UAE.

MEP Projects Manager: Jul 2004 -till Oct 2010 (6+ Years)

(Reporting to Managing Director)

Key Responsibilities:

• Led a team of Design engineers, Project engineers and managed the overall business operations for small-large projects.

• Verify the scope, review the contract, evaluate technical requirements, select the product and identify the vendors inline with the project specifications.

• Define activities, schedule the works, allocate manpower, materials & equipment.

• Attended the project review meetings and update the status.

• Liaised and coordinate with the local authorities.

• Closely monitor the budget and prepare cost analysis report.

• Control the project inventory and manage cash flow.

• Constantly monitor & control the project performance and recorded the events and initiate reports.

• Initiate contractual communications, negotiate claims, agreed upon variations, submission of invoices and ensure early settlement of due monies.

• Extend support to the subcontractors, vendors to overcome challenges.

• Ensure the implementation of best practices in line with the international /local norms.

• Mentor the team and retain talent.

Significant Achievements:

• Played a leading role in contributing for the growth of the company’s annual turnover.

• Fast track and successfully completed the largest residential project in record time.

• Developed an efficient work team by provide training. Global Union M.E, Dubai, UAE

MEP Project Coordinator: Aug 2003 – June- 2004 (1 Year)

(Reporting to Project Manager)

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate MEP construction activities and ensured compliance with construction drawings, approved project quality assurance plan and health & safety plan.

• Worked closely with all stakeholders to meet project deliverables.

• Ensure Technical submittals and drawings are approved and coordinated, and resources are available as per the plan.

• Monitor progress and liaised with contractors for implementation of construction activities.

• Notify delays and substantiated the events, initiate the change orders and negotiate for early closeout.

• Ensure strict compliance with QA & QC requirements.

• Prepare and submit interim claims and ensure receivables and timely payments to the vendors.

• Validate operating cost and exercised control measures.

• Update the status in review meeting.

• Provide technical inputs during startup, testing & commissioning and initiate the final repots for approvals and project closeout. Significant Achievements:

• Reorganized the budget and secured the resources in a shortest time.

• Restructured the working team so as to improve the productivity.

• Implemented best engineering practices.

MENASCO Mechanical Contracting, Dubai, UAE

MEP Project Engineer: Jan 1999 – Jul 2003. (4+ Years)

(Reported to Projects Manager)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of supervisors, foremen, and skilled staff with the responsibility of executing and delivering the MEP activities.

• Reviewed Shop Drawings, verify budget and develop MEP schedule.

• Assist functional department with quotations, project compliance for procurement and delivery of material.

• Estimate the resources, and coordinate with the project manager for timely allocation.

• Manage the subcontractors and certify the payments.

• Monitor the project schedule and ensure compliance with the construction program.

• Monitor day to day project activities and coordinate all trades.

• Provided Quality Control / Quality Assurance.

• Supervise testing & commissioning and prepare reports.

• Initiate and submit the final closeout documents for successful handing over. 3

Significant Achievements:

• Played a leading role in implementing various measures to increase the company’s annual turnover.

• Successfully delivered multiple projects from inception till completion within the stipulated time and budget.

• Received Management appreciation in recognition of the efforts put in to improve the company’s revenue/turnover.

• Recognized for developing an efficient work team, and mentoring the staff. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

• Mechanical Project Engineer - AL SAFEER Contracting, Abu Dhabi, UAE : Jul 1998 - 1999 (6-months) PROJECT SCAN

• Please refer the Annexure for the details of projects executed CREDENTIALS

Education

• “Master of Business Administration” (MBA, Marketing)- Canadian School of Management – Institute of Graduate Studies: 1997 -1999

• “Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering” (B.E) - Osmania University, India: 1993-1997 Membership and Affiliations

• Member of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

• PMI Member

Professional Training & Certifications

• LEED- GA Accredited Professional.

• ‘IOSH’ Managing Safety Certificate.

• Business development program in Manchester-UK.

Computer Skills

• MS Office suite: MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.

• MS Project.

• Primavera.

• All business related engineering design software and calculations PERSONAL PARTICULARS

Date of Birth: 21st June 1975 ~ Languages Known: English, Hindi, Urdu ~ Nationality: Indian Passport No.: Z5307899valid till 05/10/2029 ~ Visa Status: Residence visa ~ Marital Status: Married Driver’s License: Valid U.A.E. driving license ~ Location Preference: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar 4

ANNEXURE

Project Details

TRANE BVBA, UAE

Senior Projects Manager: Nov 2010 - Present. (9+ Years) Key Projects – Turnkey contracts (Civil & MEP works)

• Design & Built 8100 tons modular cooling plant for Souq in Abu Dhabi: Oct 2019 – Present

• Design & built 8100 tons modular cooling plant for MFC residential city in Abu Dhabi

• Design & Built 2800 tons cooling plant for RIU-Hotel in Dubai

• Design & built 2700 tons cooling plant with Ice tanks for Yas-Arena in Abu Dhabi

• Design & Built 3300 tons cooling plant for JA-Resort in Dubai.

• Extension of DCP for Nakheel – Gardens - Design & Built

• Extension of DCP for Empower – Business Bay- Design & Built

• Skydive Tunnel – Design & Built

• RTA Data Centre - Design & Built.

• Data Centre for H.H Crown prince of Dubai- Design & built

• MAI Dubai – Cooling requirements design & built.

• Barge - Airconditioning & Ventilation design & built

• Rashidiya Mosque - Airconditioning & Ventilation design & built

• Implementation of energy management project for 33-buildings for Etisalat- design & built

• MAF – Luxury villa - Airconditioning & Ventilation design & built

• Printing press - Airconditioning & Ventilation design & built

• H.H. Sheik Hamdan Palace Swimming pool Airconditioning & Ventilation design & built.

• Implementation of Energy management project for Al Joud Centre - design & built MENASCO Mech. Contracting – Dubai, UAE.

MEP Projects Manager: Jul 2004 -till Oct 2010 (6+ Years) Key Projects – MEP Works:

• Dubai Grand Hyatt SPA development.

• “Marina Wharf 1 & 2” (2B+G+3spodiums+27 floors) residential & commercial building at Marina, Dubai

• “DEC Twin Towers” (B+G+4PODIUM+21 & 25 floor) residential & commercial building at Marina, Dubai

• NMC hospital (B+G+3) in Fujairah

• G+33 floors residential Building at Marina, Dubai

• G+2 hospital for “Bohra Society” at Qusais, Dubai

• 2P+G+ M+ 22 Floors for Mr. Hasan Abel, Sharjah

• MEP works for 132/11kv DEWA Substation at various locations

• 2B+G+11 Commercial & Residential Bldg for Mr Salahuddin Al Hashimi at Oud Metha, Dubai

• 2B+G+M+1 Sun & Sand sport center at Jumeira, Dubai

• 3B+G+5 Sun & Sand office Building at Oud Metha, Dubai Global Union M.E, Dubai, UAE

MEP Project Coordinator: Aug 2003 – June- 2004 (1 Year) Key Project:

• “ETISALAT” -Telecommunication & Administration Bldg (3B+G+M+33 Floors) at Al-Khifaf, Dubai. MENASCO Mechanical Contracting, Dubai, UAE.

MEP Project Engineer: Jan 1999 – Jul 2003. (4+ Years) Key Projects executed:

• G+M+2P+HC+29 Floors residential Building for Mr.Salah Bukhatir, Sharjah

• G+M+5 Floors Commercial & residential Bldg for Al-Turaiya centre, Dubai

• Refrigeration works for Cold Stores at Al Quoz, Dubai

• B+G+M+3 Floors Building for Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank at Naif, Dubai

• Car Showroom, Spare parts & Workshop for SAAB & Alfa Romeo at Shaikh Zayed road, Dubai AL SAFEER Contracting, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Mechanical Project Engineer: Jul 1998 - 1999 (6-months) Key Project Executed:

• Expansion of Abu Dhabi Health & Environment Control Building.

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