Rajesh R Nair

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

+916********* (Mob)

adjywj@r.postjobfree.com

Results driven Electrical & Electronics Engineering Professional, currently holding the position of Head of MEP Department, with over 27 years’ insightful experience in Project Management, spearheading Project operations of Electro–Mechanical building services projects, seeking a Senior Managerial assignment as ……

Director of Project MEP/Head of MEP Department

(Construction / MEP Industries)

An Astute, dedicated and results-oriented Electrical& Electronics Engineering Professional holding B. Tech degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from NSS college of Engineering, Kerala, India affiliated to Calicut University.

Possess more than 27 years’ experience in wide range of complex projects in Building Engineering MEP sector, which includes 22 years in Middle East and 5 years in India in Project Management, Design, Supervision, Installation, Testing and commissioning of Electro –Mechanical projects entailing estimation, budgeting, procurement, execution and co –ordination of MEP Services of large multi store complexes, shopping malls, Infrastructural projects, Hotels etc. in UAE.

Proven track record of efficiently managing multiple MEP projects through inspirational leadership and excellent organizing skills; possess a long track record of ensuring timely completion of a number of MEP projects with highest quality, within budget by effectively organizing, managing and utilizing all the available resources;

Visionary and decisive leader, noted for sound, practical management style and excellent organization, communication, presentation & interpersonal skills; Proven ability to lead and motivate large cross-functional teams to maximize productivity.

In pursuit of a challenging leadership position in a professionally managed organization, to utilize the acquired skill and competencies.

Areas of Expertise

MEP Project Management.

Managing Multiple MEP Projects.

Design & Development of MEP Projects.

Construction Management.

Site Supervision.

Contract Administration & Negotiation

Value Engineering

Procurement Management

Testing and commissioning.

Project close-out.

Client relationship.

Team Leadership & Management.

Budget control.

Proposal Documentation.

Tender documentation.

Infrastructure Design.

Review of Shop Drawings.

Planning & Executing MEP Projects.

Soft Skills

Planning and Organizing Skills.

Team Leadership.

Ability to Work under Pressure.

Problem Solving Skill.

Excellent Communication Skills.

Team Management.

Professional Synopsis

Demonstrated expertise in organizing & devising strategies to design, execute and deliver high end MEP projects of Electrical & ELV system, HVAC, Fire alarm & Fire-fighting system, water supply, plumbing and sewage system etc. for large corporate and commercial establishments.

High-performing professional with extensive skills in conceptualizing & creating designs, estimates, budgets and plans of large scale MEP projects and evaluation of the technical aspects of new technologies.

Well versed in all stages of project development and implementation, with a track record of successful completion and commissioning of various MEP projects for safe operation and sustained operational effectiveness.

Exceptional ability to coordinate the MEP projects from the conceptual development stage through final commission stage and make sure that the project is completed on time and within budget.

Demonstrated expertise to develop the design of MEP systems & Infrastructure and to carry out engineering activities with regards to review, implementation and commissioning through to operations with direct involvement in all project stages.

Deep Knowledge of DEWA / UAE codes/ MEDC/DPC / Oman codes & standards and process including testing and commissioning of building services.

Well experienced in MEP building services methodologies as well as corresponding equipments, materials, consumables and tools related to MEP works with strong planning, interpersonal, analytical & negotiation skills.

Possess strong exposure in design, construction, procurement, erection, testing & commissioning of MV/LV/ ELV systems including BMS, façade lighting, IT and security systems of mixed used developments / high rise buildings / malls /infrastructure developments etc. of MEP projects using advanced technologies like BIM.

Exceptional ability in establishing and maintaining relationships with project partners and co-coordinating with Architects, Main contractors, MEP consultants & Client etc.

Enjoys being part of a team, as well as managing, motivating and training a productive team, and thrives in high pressure and challenging working environments.

Professional Experience

Design Unit Engineering Co. LLC, Muscat

Head of MEP Department: Jan 2019 – June 2020

Design Unit Engineering is a 34 year old professional multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with proven expertise in architectural, structural, building services and civil engineering. Portfolios of services also encompass town planning, project management and contract administration.

(Reporting to the Managing Director)

Key Responsibilities:

Led a team of designers with the responsibility of managing the complete design activities and providing technical design solutions for multiple MEP Projects from concepts design to completion.

Reviewed the shop drawings, material submittals, BIM models, and ensuring their compliance with design and contract requirements.

Involved in project coordination with design department to resolve site issues, drawing modification/changes etc.

Regularly monitored construction operations to confirm they are being carried out in accordance with design, Operations strategy, standards, procedures and best practices to review and analyse project process and polices, providing insightful recommendations that support senior management to improve processes and systems.

Chaired weekly MEP design and Progress meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues if any, manage all MEPRFI, site Instructions, Variation orders etc. as per the Project Management Plan (PMP) and Project execution Plan (PEP).

Developed strategy for the competence development and growth of the team in close collaboration with key stakeholders.

Liaised and coordinated with all applicable local authority departments to secure approval such as Civil defence on design and on-going projects.

Liaised and collaborated with clients and stakeholders, in order to ensure all parties are informed and aware of project progress and expectations.

Monitored the work produced by the Design Engineers and coordinating with other discipline Engineers as applicable for the production of innovative & cost effective solutions of the projects.

Performed walk -downs and inspections of construction activities and installations at site to ensure standards are being strictly followed so as to assure conformance with specification and design.

Monitored the quality of work performance and the quality of materials used on site by contractors.

Evaluated the progress of the project to ensure that the time schedules and cost objectives are being met.

Assisted in contract management functions of the MEP Packages by liaising with quantity surveyors and estimation specialists and other related administrative staff. Participating in bid evaluation meetings with client, Government Authorities and recommending contractor choices for award.

Initiated protocol for the testing and commissioning of MEP systems as and when completed, in accordance with project specification and relevant codes and standards and coordinating with clients to witness the testing and evaluation of the project.

Performed contract closure activities after ensuring the project has addressed all the terms/ conditions and fully met the exit criteria of settlement of final accounts etc. and handing over of the completed project to the client/end–user.

Reported to the Management on regular basis regarding project delivery performance, major changes in drawings/specification, project resources performance etc. and ensuring all project KPI’s are met as per the contract.

Maintained close liaison with clients, understanding their requirements and accordingly providing customized solutions/services, thereby maintaining complete client satisfaction and ensuring further collaboration.

Adopted best practices & processes in project management and attend Factory Acceptance Tests to create an enabling environment to deliver projects within defined project scope, time, & budget constraints.

Advise senior management on progress and issues relating to own projects, providing subject matter advise in order to support successful delivery in line with project objectives and strategies.

Bahwan Engineering Co LLC, Muscat

Project Manager – MEP: Jun 2005 – Dec 2018

Bahwan Engineering Co LLC, Muscat is an Omani Company with international standards and world-class capabilities, spanning the entire value chain. Our integrated business model comprises full range of Engineering Construction, Product Sales and Facilities Management services delivering single-point solutions to our prestigious clients.

(Reported to the General Manager)

Key Responsibilities:

Led a team of employees with the responsibility of executing and delivering the MEP projects and ensured that the project operations are in compliance with design specifications and meets client requirements.

Estimated the resources, duration and human resource needed to achieve project goals and deliverables.

Oversaw all aspects of day to day management of the construction project, monitored and coordinated work performed by engineering and construction team.

Conducted site visits, site meetings and periodical review meetings to understand and ensure work progress as per schedule and resolved issues which could hamper the progress of the project.

Enforced strict compliance of company’s Health & Safety regulations and QA/QC Procedures at construction works.

Monitored and reviewed sub-contractors’ activities and identified potential issues and proactively introduced solutions to redress them.

Closely monitored the cost and time schedules with an eye on cost optimization and savings on budgeted cost and expedited the project ahead of schedule.

Reported to the top management regarding the project matters on a regular basis to appraise on the progress of the project activities.

Performed the testing and commissioning of systems and coordinated with clients to witness the testing and evaluation of the project.

Proficiently prepared Minutes of meeting and follow up actions. Prepare periodic reports for management including status of budgets variance/change claims, schedules, disputes, upcoming activities & safety records.

Managed and developed the team to ensure objectives are met and staff are supported and motivated. Accessing resources available on regular basis and bring additional support/specialist expertise.

Managed, monitored and coordinated all key aspects of the project, including but not limited to cost, value, risk, logistics, neighbour relations, safety, quality and environment.

Ensured closeout and practical completion schedules are completed and issued.

Prepared detailed project plan and providing financial reports on time (forecast, budgets, income, fees, etc.) and managed the commercial and financial issues to maximize the profit.

Established and monitored appropriate project operating procedures and systems, specifically ensuring management plan is being followed and adhered.

Deftly liaised with Client / consultant / developer and its professional team and prepare regular monthly quality, cost and programme reports and works collaboratively with design consultant on items such as MEP system designs, material selections, standardization of MEP system equipment and related requirements.

Collected and interpreted engineering data, oversaw project design basis, developed standards specifications related to discipline assignment, proactively managed vender technical interfaces,

Led the identification, submittal, and resolution of MEP engineering issues and coordinated with other disciplines.

Assisted in daily control, management and coordination of the entire works assigned and planned construction works to ensure these are delivered to agreed cost plans and program.

Assisted in the project startup and preconstruction of projects and procurement of trade /subcontractors as part of the project team

Managed and assisted in the close out and handover of as built drawings and O & M manuals for practical completion of the project.

Assisted in change control management and claim process.

Oversaw issues that may arise on site and resolved the issues before the delay of projects.

Reviewed the preconstruction documentations provided by the subcontractor including material submittal, drawings and other technical details.

Reviewed the design and have the confident to challenge the consultant in the design if they believe it is not suitable or value engineering can be achieved.

Provided focal point for all mechanical/ electrical engineering design standards and implementation throughout the program/project and hold over all accountability to the project management team for MEP systems.

Ensured that proper documentation is maintained for all the works pertaining to the projects.

Ensured that there is no cost overrun in projects and if any should be escalated to higher management well ahead of time.

Prepared program master schedule and performs critical path analysis. Provide program planning capabilities including interfaces and risk analysis. Establish and monitor program and project controls KPI’s

Emirates Trading Agency, Dubai

Sr. Engineer - Planning & Design: Feb 1998 – May 2005

ETA is a conglomerate in the U.A.E. with expertise ranging from Civil Construction to Electro Mechanical, Power Projects, Elevator Engineering, Bulk Commodities Trading, Automobile Trading, Real Estate and Facilities Management.

(Reported to the Asst. General Manager)

Key Responsibilities:

Planning

Prepared the Planning Package for the project and efficiently managed the Project Monitoring & Control deliverable.

Prepared Schedule for Project execution based on Target Dates, Scope of Work and Client Requirements.

Prepared work in progress plans, work break down structure (WBS) and resources (manpower & equipment) requirement plans.

Prepared the details of subcontractors and materials requirement plan (MRP)

Prepared and submitted the monthly, quarterly, weekly and specific reports to the management and client. Ensured that the reports typically include the project progress statistics, highlights, areas of concern.

Monitored schedule of projects under execution and time schedule control of job sites in the course of construction.

Identified problematic areas & critical activities, before occurrence and introduced remedial solutions for rectification of problems to avoid delay in project.

Participated in daily, weekly and monthly meetings with client to review progress of the project and to discuss future plans and to prepare technical meeting data and presentations to client.

Initiated / responded to all planning / time related correspondence to client / subcontractors.

Design

Prepared and developed Shop drawings and material submittals.

Completed assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance with client specified criteria.

Prepared O &M manuals, built-in drawings and payment certificates.

Responsible for the estimation of Electrical services of Mega projects in Dubai.

Developed and implemented quality control programs and ensured Safety at site.

Responsible for preparation of all design documentation works related to the project.

Conferred with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as procedures and design related construction problems.

Previous Experience Summary

Project Engineer - Reunion Engineering Co. Ltd., Bombay: Apr 1993 – Feb 1998

Project Scan

Please refer the Annexure for the details of projects executed

Credentials

Education

B.Tech (Electrical & Electronics Engineering) - Calicut University - NSS college of Engineering, Palakkad, Kerala, India - 1992

Professional Development – Training/Certifications

Diploma in Strategic Management - International Business School, Germany: 2020

Supply chain Management - Metropolitan School of Business & Management, UK: 2020

Software Skills

MS Office

MS Projects

Office 365

Online Communication Tools like Webex,Skype

Personal Particulars

Date of Birth: 27 May 1970

Languages Known: English, Hindi and Malayalam

Nationality: Indian

Passport No. & validity: M 9804593valid till 09/06/2025

Marital Status: Married

Driving License: UAE valid up to 22/10/2022 & Oman Valid up to 16/06/2025

Location Preference: India, Middle East

References: Available upon request

ANNEXURE

Project Details of Rajesh R Nair

Design Unit Engineering Co. LLC, Muscat

Head of MEP Department: Jan 2019 –June 2020

Project

Ramada – Encore hotel project in Muscat, operated by Wyndham Hotel Group

Role

MEP - Design & supervision consultant

Project

Park Inn Hotel apartment – Salalah

Role

Design in charge of MEP

Project

Sports stadium complex as per FIFA Standards– Ibra, Oman

Role

Supervision Consultant

Project

Oman Outbound Centre- Muscat

Role

Design in charge of MEP

Project

Laboratory Complex – Muscat

Role

Design in charge of MEP

Project

Al Bayan Mall & Food court Al Khuwair - Muscat

Role

Design in charge of MEP

Project

Automotive Workshop – Sohar – Muscat

Role

Design in charge of MEP

Bahwan Engineering Co LLC, Muscat

Project Manager – MEP: Jun 2005 – Dec 2018

Project

Dhofar Beach Resort & SPA.

Client & Location

Taameer Investment. Salalah - Oman

Period

2016 - 2018

Team Size

960

Project Value

17 million Omani riyal

Project Description

An upscale luxury Five star beach front resort complex with a total build up area of approximately 80,000 sqm.

Resort featuring with 220 rooms and 66 executive VIP villas, signature restaurants,food and beverage outlet, leisure and water-sport facilities, meeting rooms, business Centre, retail outlets, health club and Spa and ball rooms . The project scope contains HV & LV distribution network including RMU, Transformer, HV cabling with power factor correction, LV bus bar, Lighting & Lighting control System, Building Management system, Fire detection and PAVA system, Earthing and lightning protection, Guest room management system, Security CCTV & Access Control system, Audio Visual system, Fire Alarm & Fire-fighting system, Data/Voice ICT network system including Active & Passive components, comfort cooling – Air cooled chillers, DX cooling, above and below ground foul water drainage, domestic hot and cold water services, LPG storage and distribution, Landscape & irrigation system etc.

Role

Project Manager (MEP )

Project

Construction of Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre - Package 2.

Client & Location

Oman Tourism Development

Period

2014 – 2016

Team Size

1600

Project Value

40 million Omani Riyal

Period

An International convention and exhibition centre being developed as part of an integrated precinct with an exhibition space of 22,000 sqm.

The project involves the construction of Five Exhibition Halls, Concourse, District Energy centre, multi-story car park, Exhibition Hall and Ancillary buildings which includes Security screening facility, Truck Amenity building, Taxi Amenity building,Landscape Maintenance building, Truck Marshalling Building, Waste management Building, 11 KV substations buildings ( 5 No ) with 18 nos 1600 KVA cast risen transformer etc in which scope contains MV Switchgear,11 KV Chiller starter,11 KV cabling, 11 KV/415 Transformers, LV switchgear including MCCs & VFDs,Standby DG set,Central Battery system, Security system, AV system, Fire alarm system, communication system, Building Management System, Battery rooms, AV system, Voice evacuation & Fire alarm system, Air Sampling system, communication system, Building Management System, Elevators & Escalator with EMS system, Intelligent Plant control (IPC ) chiller and pump management system, district cooling consist of 11 KV chiller yard 2500TR each cooling tower, condenser water system,irrigation water system, Solar water heaters, AHU, IAQ, CCU,FCU, stromwater network, Drainage network, Waste management system, Oman Tel 3G/4G fixed services & oman TV OBV rooms, SMATV, IPTV, PA & BGM,Signage, Gate barrier & Video intercoms . Site wide Chilled water distribution network, plate heat exchangers, chemical treatment system, Condenser water piping Firefighting systems including sprinklers, hose reels, landing valves, form deluge system for diesel generator, kitchen hood fire suppression system etc

Role

Project Manager (MEP)

Project

Construction of underpass to link Bait Al Barakah to the Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra (ROSO) complex

Project Description

The underpass is 1 KM in length passing under pass tunnel highway to link Bait Al Barakah to the Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra (ROSO) complex.

The underpass is equipped with all necessary MEP features like lighting, Ventilation, fire detection & suppression, drainage system, pump house & substation etc.

Role

Project Manager (MEP)

Project

Development of Muscat International Airport – MC1 package

Client & Location

Muscat

Period

2009 - 2014

Team Size

745

Project Value

110 Million Omani Riyal

Project Description

The works comprise of HV & LV power distribution network including 11 KV switchgear & associated cabling, LV & Airfield substations, entire electrical activities of 11KV Chiller plant & 11KV Generator plant, Electrical works in new Runway, Taxiways, Apron, Access roads and bridges, Road and area lighting, landscape lighting Sewage lifting stations/ pumping

Role

Project Manager (Electrical)

Project

Prestigious project Oceana Residence in Palm Jumeirah Development located just off the coast of Dubai in the UAE, 2006 - 2009

Team Size

340

Project Value

200 Million AED

Project Description

Role: Project Manager (Electrical )

A palm tree shaped island is expected to contribute to the city’s position as a premier tourist destination.

The Project Oceana Development located on plot number H8 at the trunk of palm Jumeirah, the Oceana development is a mixed use development project constructed on reclaimed land with total area of 40,000 square meters which includes the following main components.

oApartment Buildings (7 Residential towers) with total number of 644 high quality apartments of one, two, three bed room apartments; The structure consists of total 18 floors per building.

oHealth club - The club house and swimming pool facilities cater for the tenants of the apartment building .The club house is a 2 story structure with 2 basements underneath for parking facilities.

Key Highlight

Accomplished and handed over the prestigious project to the client with absolutely no snags on the electrical system

Project

Muscat City Centre Expansion project, 2005 - 2006

Role

MEP project coordinator

Emirates Trading Agency, Dubai

Sr. Engineer - Planning & Design: Feb 1998 – May 2005

Projects

Capricorn Tower

Multi-story Car park for Deira City Centre

Al Hathboor hotel & Resort – Five star hotel in Dubai Marina

Movenpick Hotel in Palm Jumeirah

Dubai International Conventional Centre GATE building.

Residence Towers Phase I ( 6 Tower ) in Burj Dubai etc

Ibn Battuta Shopping mall on Sheikh Zayed Road in Jebel Ali, Dubai

Reunion Engineering Co. Ltd., Bombay

Project Engineer: Apr 1993 – Feb 1998

Projects

Entire Electrification work of:

oManufacturing division at Hazira, Surat of M/s Reliance Industries Limited.

oM/s Raymond Woollen Mills, Chinaavada, Madhya Pradesh

Personal Particulars

Date of Birth: 27 May 1970

Languages Known: English, Hindi and Malayalam

Nationality: Indian

Passport No. & validity: M 9804593valid till 09/06/2025

Marital Status: Married

Driving License: UAE valid up to 22/10/2022 & Oman Valid up to 16/06/2025

Location Preference: India, Middle East

References: Available upon request

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