CURRICULUM VITAE

Shaji S Bhattathiri

Mob: +971-**-*******

adq7cw@r.postjobfree.com

Dependable, resourceful, flexible, innovative and self-motivated professional with 25+year’s progressively responsible experience in Engineering / Construction / Estimation field. A confident and reliable individual with a commercial approach to solving problems. Able to manage and coordinate all MEP activities and ensure that all project deliverables are achieved with regard to safety, quality, program and cost. Also possessing excellent organizational planning and time management skills as well as having a consistent track record of improving efficiency, maximizing profits whilst minimizing costs. Track record of preparation of cost estimate by identifying labour, material and time requirements by studying proposals, specifications, construction plans, and associated documents. Possesses thorough understanding of fundamental construction principles and policies.

Adaptable and able to get along with work, colleagues and clients and looking to further the career by working for an ambitious and exciting company.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Project Management

• Site Management

• Budget / Cost Control

• Hiring Construction Staff / Sub contractors / Specialists

• Tender / Bid Management (MEP)

• Contract Negotiations

Technical Profile:

In-depth knowledge of HVAC, Fire Fighting, Plumbing and other MEP services. Well versed in obtaining bids from Subcontractors/Suppliers/Manufacturers and negotiating prices.

Proficient in Microsoft excel and Estimation software CCS. Highly skilled in calculating cost factors and preparation of estimates. Familiar with costing principles and policies.

Professional Experience:

• Present- since August 2020: Engineering Manager, Al Dunia Medical Group, Sharjah.

Technical advisor for MD.

Sending RFQ for subcontract works, Selection of subcontractor, Supervision of MEP works at different facilities.

G+1 Private Villa - Ajman

• 2016 – Nov 2019: Estimation Manager, MEP Division of a reputed Company, Sharjah Airport Free zone.

Head of Estimation. Responsible for tender submission, negotiations & job finalization.

Reviewing all estimation packages to ensure accuracy and completeness Design review and discussion with Consultant. Suggesting Value engineering options, if possible. Participation in presentations to Clients and Corporate Management Budget preparation. Variation submissions. Handing over of Tender Job to Project Team on award.

Post Tender (Site)

Review and report work progress at different sites. Attending weekly meetings with the Client/Consultant at site along with Project in-charge

Review of monthly invoices

Make sure that materials are ordered on time, work progress is maintained as per project plan and mile stones are achieved

Cost analysis and preparation of cost to complete reports Major Projects:

DEWA Substations, DP Kitchen modification at Prospects Heights, Vincitore G+2 Residential/Commercial Building at Al Barsha, Jabal Ali K-Station (DF energy)

• 2012 – 2016: Estimation Manager, MEP Division of a reputed Construction Company, Dubai.

Checking of estimation & revising costing. Discussion with CEO & Finalizing Sell Price. Preparation of offer in line with tender requirements. Administration and Management of MEP division functions. Reviewing all estimation packages to ensure accuracy and completeness. Design review and discussion with Consultant. Suggesting Value engineering options, if possible. Participation in presentations to Clients and Corporate Management. Budget preparation including supervision of quantification. Coordination with project team for material submittals and discussion with Consultant for approval. Performing additional duties as instructed by the CEO

Post Tender

Project Manager for MEP works –Bradra Retail Centre (Mall) & G+9 Residential Building at Al Qusais

• 2008 – 2012: Senior Mechanical Engineer, MEP Division of the Aforementioned employer

Estimation:

Reviewing tender documents received from Client/Consultant Preparation of queries based on discrepancies in specification and drawing Checking of quantities taken by Q.S

Preparation of budget cost estimate based on concept design Sending enquiries for quotes to Manufacturer / Supplier / Sub-Contractor Post Tender

Project engineer for Mechanical works at site

Responsible for Material submittal preparation, submission and approval Make sure that materials requisitions are prepared & forwarded to Purchase department on time, work progress is achieved as per project program Preparation of monthly invoices

Major Projects:

Badrah Retail Centre, Jashanmal HQ Building (G+12), Tecom Tower

(3B+G+22) Zabeel Saray Tank & Pump Room refurbishment, Jebel Ali Airport, Office Building (G+6) at Al Barsha

• 2005 – 2008: Engineer, Mechanical / HVAC Works, Alko Air-conditioning & Mechanical works, Dubai

Reviewing tender documents Sending enquiries for quotes Quantity take-off for HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Fighting works Estimating cost for mechanical works

Preparation of tender offer and BOQ

Major Projects:

Residential Buildings at Discovery Gardens & Office Buildings at Healthcare City, Dubai

DSO HQ building (HVAC works)

• 2000 – 2005: Mechanical Engineer, Kaippallil Industrial Group, India

• 1999 – 2000: Mechanical Engineer, Awal Plastics, Bahrain. Estimation of Gantry sign boards, road signs, bill boards, etc. Technical advisor to the Director - Engineering

• 1998 – 1999: Site Manager, Zahrat Al Sahra, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Maintenance of facilities owned by MOI which includes Air Cooled Chillers, Air Handling Units, Fan Coil Units, RO Plant, STP, Standby Generators, etc. Administration and Management of site activities

Presentation of monthly activity reports to Ministry Preparation, presentation and getting approval of monthly bills

• 1995 – 1997: Technical Sales Engineer, East India Surgical Co., India

• 1990 – 1994: Mechanical Engineer, Al Zamil Refrigeration Ind., Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Production scheduling, programming, and supervision of production of A/C equipment such as Air Handling Unit, Decorative Split Unit and Room Air- conditioners. Achieving production targets, supervision of installation and Implementation of ISO 9001 in production line.

• 1988 – 1989: Sales Engineer, Hindustan Airmatics, India.

• 1989 – 1990: Design Engineer, XLO Machine Tools Ltd, India. Academic Profile:

Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering

Kerala University, India (1987)

Diploma in Management

IGNOU, India

Program attended on "Professional Selling Skills", Bahrain Institute of Banking

& Finance (23 September - 12 December 1999)

CCS- Candy (Construction Computer Software) training program, Dubai Revit (MEP) & Navis training, Dubai

Passport Details:

Passport Number: Z3354911 Issued at: Dubai

Nationality: India

Type of VISA: Resident (valid till 2031)

Salary expected: Negotiable

Time for joining: Immediate

Reference:

Mr. S A Nadgauda (Director)

Whitefield LLC Al ShammaR LLC Grace Field LLC

Sharjah

Cell: +971-**-*******

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