Construction Manager Project

AYYAPPAN P.S. PILLAI

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Highly Experienced Professional with over 33 years of experience in Project / Construction Engineering and Construction Management, Quality Control, Startup & Commissioning and Operations & Maintenance of water, wastewater, chemical and fertilizer plants / facilities. Experience includes Resident Engineering/Project Engineering, Construction /QA-QC Management, Claims & Variation Orders Initiation, Processing / Management, Document Control and Program/ Project Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage work environment safety and promote safety among peers, subordinates, and supervisors.

• Ensure projects (primarily water/wastewater facility related) are built on schedule and within budget.

• Manage: design team during initial design phase, identify design problems and recommend improvements; identify, estimate, quote, and negotiate all scope changes to vendors and sub contractor’s contract.

• Monitor /control construction via direction of on-site management and / or Project Engineers.

• Investigate potentially serious situations and field-related engineering problems and implement corrective measures in consultation with the Owner and Engineer.

• Coordinate activities with other members of your project team. Interact with the Owner and Engineer.

• Manage financial aspects of contracts. Responsible for job profit and cash flow.

• Develop budgets; Monitor budget as work progresses; Prepare and negotiate project billings; Review purchase orders initiated & approve invoices.

• Negotiate subcontracts.

• Oversee procurement of equipment and materials and review drawings and specifications.

• Develop bid proposals, including labor, equipment, and materials.

• Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete projects.

• Prepare complete estimates for projects and develop bid letters for prospective clients.

• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards.

• Establish staffing levels and developed manpower training requirement.

• Develop / manage relationships with existing and prospective clients; Liaison with clients, maintain continual open communication.

• Represent company in project meetings.

• Supervise Assistant Construction Managers, and field staff, depending on assigned project. EXPERIENCE

Parsons Corporation, San Diego, CA July 2021- Feb 2022 Construction Manager

Client-City of San Diego NCWRP Expansion Project, Project Value: 220 million U.S dollars

• Ensure project construction activities are on schedule and within budget. Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 2

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• Coordinate with design team during initial design phase, identify design problems and recommend improvements; identify, estimate, quote, and negotiate all scope changes to vendors and sub contractor’s contract.

• Monitor /control construction via direction of on-site management and junior level project engineers.

• Investigate potentially serious situations and field-related engineering problems and implement corrective measures in consultation with the Owner and Engineer.

• Coordinate activities with other members of your project team. Interact with the Owner and Engineer.

• Involved in Development of Budgets; Monitor budget as work progresses; Prepare and negotiate project billings; Review purchase orders initiated & approve invoices.

• Negotiate subcontracts.

• Oversee procurement of equipment and materials and review drawings and specifications.

• Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete projects.

• Establish staffing levels and developed manpower training requirement.

• Develop / manage relationships with existing and prospective clients; Liaison with clients, maintain continual open communication.

• Represent company in project meetings.

• Supervise Assistant Construction Managers, and field staff, depending on assigned project. Parsons Corporation, Washington DC May 2020- July 2021 Construction Manager

(FAA, T4 Program) – Project Value: 1.3 billion US Dollars

• Collaborates with Project Manager to establish project schedule and budget, and monitors progress in meeting schedule and budget requirements.

• Develops project documents, processes, and procedures required to support quality control and final project deliverables.

• Collaborates with Project Manager to determine number of hours required for successful completion of project tasks.

• Anticipates project staffing needs, identifies and interviews available personnel and prepare staff assignments in accordance with schedule requirements.

• Establishes objectives and conducts performance appraisals for direct reports.

• Establishes a project safety plan and ensures that it is communicated to all employees on the job site.

• Actively promotes and supports safety policies and monitors the job site for good safety practices.

• Posts all required legal notices at the job site.

• Establishes site security measures and monitors site access by subcontractors and others.

• Chairs weekly job meetings, prepares and submits summary of project progress and list of pending issues to Project Manager.

• Submits monthly reports to client and responds to client issues and expectations.

• Assists Project Manager in pricing and negotiating changes to the scope of work with client and subcontractors.

• Reviews bid documents and assists with bidder solicitation activities. Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 3

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• Documents and executes changes in scope of project.

• problems and works with client, architects/engineers, subcontractors, and Project Manager to identify and implement corrective actions.

• Keeps client and Project Manager informed of the day- to- day activities of the project.

• Maintains accurate documentation of job progress through daily logs and other reports.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. Parsons Corporation, Walnut Creek, CA. Oct 2018- Sept 2019 Construction Manager/ Commissioning Engineer

Assignment with PMCM Consent Decree Program of Miami-Dade County, Florida- Project Value: 218 million US Dollars

• Leads the delivery of the Construction/ Rehabilitation and Testing/Commissioning of the Wastewater Pump Stations/Treatment Plants of Miami-Dade County Wastewater System

• Supervise the Contractors

• Leads the delivery (time, cost, quality) of the project

• Ensure the works are constructed as per specifications and to established milestone dates.

• Manage and direct the supervision team to undertake day to day inspections of the works.

• Maintain a very high level of Safety awareness and ensure the contractor complies with his obligations

• Resolves site issues

• Presents progress and package issues to project management.

• Discuss changes to the scope of work with Project Management and main General Contractor

• Responsible for following up on instructions & commitments associated with the project

• Establishes Project Execution Plan, Health & Safety Plan, Quality Control Plan and other documents in relation to our scope

• Establishes the program requirements for all areas of the project and monitors site staff performance

• Plans, directs, supervises and controls the execution of all technical, fiscal and administrative functions of the project and the site team

• Assigns responsibility to key subordinates in their respective fields of expertise

• Provides input to performance reviews and develop plans for subordinates

• Work with other managers, project engineers and discipline Heads to develop budgets, schedules and plans for the various elements of the project

• Monitors and reports to Project Management on the progress of all project activities within the program, including significant milestones and any conditions, which would affect project cost, schedule, performance or Client relation

• Establishes internal weekly meetings to review project status and formulate action items

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

• Represent the company in site meetings.

• Monitor Health and Safety of the construction works and lead to address violations Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 4

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Mott MacDonald, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Mar 2017-Apr 2018 Construction Manager

Project Value: 240 million US Dollars

• Provides overall direction and management of construction projects received from Project Manager of EPC Contractor before turning over to the client.

• Work with the Project Manager to ensure that the project operation parameters are well understood and proven and serve as a commissioning subject matter expert for Quarayat Seawater Desalination Plant (200 MLD), Muscat, Sultanate of Oman.

• Confirm, approve and audit the plans and procedures in relation to pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and performance testing of facilities. Establish strategies for the commissioning activities and establish a “Testing and Commissioning Plan Guidelines and Standard forms” covering all project phases and all project objects. Review, Approve, and audit the individual project commissioning plans and procedures from Contractors in addition to HSSE procedures, including Lock Out/Tag Out, to ensure the safety of personnel during pre- commissioning and commissioning.

• Evaluate program requirements for all commissioning activities for Quarayat Independent Water Project (QIWP) and the Contractors/ Sub Contractors and oversee system completion and functional testing.

• Understands the use and operation of Building Automation Systems (BAS), Process Control Systems (DCS/SCADA) and the application of such to controls for process, lighting and HVAC equipment control.

• Work closely with the EPC Contractor’s Project Manager to ensure the Contractors / Subcontractors have adequate Quality Assurance procedures for commissioning activities and Contractors are following those procedures.

• Work closely with the Contractors, vendors and suppliers in resolution of technical problems and to ensure that identified deficiencies are repaired and update as to actual site conditions. John Group International, Tampa, Florida Sep 2015- Mar 2017 Construction Manager

Project Value: 9 million US Dollars

As a member of the team, contributing to JGI’s mission by:

• Managing and serving as the lead Project Manager on major water and wastewater design Projects from planning through the construction phase.

• Arranging, facilitating and preparing for meetings/coordination with major municipal clients such as: States, Cities, Towns, and Counties as well as key project stakeholders.

• Building and managing relationships with key planning leaders within major municipal clients.

• Assisting with preparing design drawings and specifications for water and wastewater municipal Projects and facilities construction and maintenance of military facilities

• Developing budget, scope and schedule, monitoring adherence for tasks and projects managed.

• Quality management of key deliverables related to projects and tasks managed as well as projects and tasks managed by others. Responsible for implementation of firm’s quality procedures at project and task levels. Providing high level planning and programming analysis work including preparation of technical documents and reports.

• Mentoring and aiding in the development of local junior and mid-level staff. Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 5

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• Managed the Wastewater Pump Station Rehabilitation Project and HVAC System replacing of NAVFAC Facilities, Corpus Christi followed by testing and commissioning of the HVAC Systems.

CDM Smith Inc., Cambridge, MA Jan 2012- Feb 2014

SJRA Water Treatment Facilities Project, Conroe, Texas Construction Manager (Client-San Jacinito River Authority)- Project Value: 240 million US Dollars

• Managed/Supervised Mechanical Construction activities of Contractor’s personnel.

• Performed administrative and managerial tasks related to field office and personnel procedures, reviewed and approved contractor’s monthly billing on mechanical construction activities.

• Ensured construction work completed in accordance with plans and specifications.

• Recommended solutions to complex construction problems.

• Liaison between contractor and client and reporting to PM / Lead Construction Manager.

• Implemented directives, instructions, and policies received from home office and/or client.

• Maintained accurate records of construction via daily reports and record drawings CDM Smith Inc-Cambridge, MA Dec 2008-Mar 2011

Brightwater Project, Woodinville, WA

Construction Manager (Client-King County, Seattle) Project Value: 522 million US Dollars)

• Managed, directed and evaluated Construction Inspectors activities ensuring assignment, quality completion on time and within budget; coordinated and controlled all construction management activities including CPM, scheduling and claims administration.

• Provided internal consultation to construction project representatives and technical resources to other functional division groups.

• Interpreted plans and specifications for clients, contractors and firm’s field personnel, assisted in Construction Services Group administration and operation; provided expert witness service in claims administration cases, actively participated as Technical Review Committee member and supervised and coordinated all shop drawing activities. Doosan Hydro Technology, Tampa, FL Aug 2006- Dec 2008 Construction Manager /Startup and Commissioning Manager Project Value: 24 million US Dollars

• Coordinated Engineering, Procurement, Construction and O&M of Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plants and Re-mineralization Plants.

• Assisted in preparation of plans / specifications / budget for successful project execution and completion.

• Developed and implemented Training Plans / Programs and initiated Certification Programs for O&M personnel.

• Developed Start-up and Commissioning Procedures and handed over facilities to Owner. Monitored Operations and Maintenance performance of handed over facilities and administered warranty jobs during defects and liability period. Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 6

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ABB SUSA, Inc., NJ June 2005 – July 2006

Program Manager-Operations / Maintenance / Training Services

(Project Site - Middle Cities Project: Fayoum, Beni Suef and Minia / Project funded by USAID) Project Value: Project Value: 315 million US Dollars

• Conducted testing and commissioning of all water and wastewater facilities newly constructed in all three Governorates.

• Managed facilities operations and maintenance in all three Governorates and Owner hand-over.

• Developed and implemented: training program for Owner’s personnel and facilities Safety Program.

• Evaluated plant performance and made recommendations to improve operation efficiency. Washington Group International, Inc. / URS Inc., Boise, ID Apr 2003 – May 2004 Construction Manager / Operations, Maintenance & Training Program Manager

(Project Site-Luxor Wastewater Facilities Project, Luxor, Egypt/ Project Funded by USAID) Project Value: 240 million US dollars

• Handled testing / commissioning of newly built wastewater pump stations and treatment facility (Capacity-12,000 cubic meter per day) and hand-over to Owner.

• Project also included gravity sewers and force mains associated with pump stations and treatment facility.

• Developed and managed Operations, Maintenance and Training Services-Programs that extended for 1 years after facilities transfer to Owner. ABB SUSA, Inc., NJ Mar 2002 – Feb 2003

Construction Manager/ Startup-Testing and Commissioning Manager

(Project Site-Mansoura Water Treatment Plant Project, Mansoura, Egypt/ Project Funded by USAID), Project Value: 45 million US Dollars

• Managed all Post Construction Services of New Water Treatment Plant (Capacity-1200 liters/sec) constructed by ABB SUSA, Inc.

• Handled testing and commissioning of all plant equipment and facilities and Owner hand-over.

• Provided client personnel training in plant equipment and systems operation and maintenance.

• Developed and implemented all facility management systems.

• Project Manager during initial six months and mobilized all project staffing including 5 expatriates and 20 Host Country Engineers, set up offices and prepared entire post construction services operation plan.

Operations Management International, Inc., Englewood, CO March 1999-Nov 1999 Maintenance Manager - (Project Site- Various, inside U.S) Project Value: 33 million US dollars

• Handled planning, organizing and directing maintenance activities and capital assets management of one or more water and /or wastewater treatment plants and facilities.

• Instituted changes as necessary to achieve full compliance with OMI maintenance systems and all maintenance requirements as defined in client service contract.

• Inspected facilities, analyzed and evaluated maintenance functions, reviewed records and data, interviewed and assisted with selection of new maintenance personnel; initiate or recommend Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 7

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new or improved maintenance methods or practices.

• Developed plans and procedures ensuring facility maintenance activities met contract and budget requirements as integrated system.

• Established cooperative relationships with subordinates, vendors, contractors, and all others contacted during work assignments.

CH2M Hill International, Englewood, CO Dec 1999 – Jan 2000 Senior Construction Manager – (Project Site - Cairo, Egypt-Year 2000 Technical Assistance Project for Water and Wastewater Sector, Egypt/ Project funded by USAID) Project Value: 11million US Dollars

Supervised and coordinated work of Risk and Contingency Plan Manager and Vendor Manager in accomplishing:

• Provided technical utility operation assistance and supply chain review to help identify specific areas of Y2K vulnerability and prepare recommendations for water and wastewater facilities located at Canal Cities (Suez, Ismailia, and Port Said).

• Assisted operating agencies in developing contingency action plans and advised in plans implementation.

Operations Management International, Inc., Englewood, CO June 1998 – May 1999 Mechanical Construction Engineer/ Maintenance Engineer - (Project Site-Taipei, Taiwan)

• Handled assisting client in developing equipment inspection procedures and testing / commissioning procedures.

• Assisted client personnel in developing and implementing document control methods.

• Developed and implemented maintenance management system policies and procedures. ABB SUSA, Inc., NJ July 1992 – May 1997

Construction Manager

(Project Sites-Abu Rawash, Cairo, Egypt and City of Suez, Suez, Egypt/ Project Funded by USAID)

• Developed quality control procedures for construction materials and methods, workmanship, equipment installation and testing / commissioning at Abu Rawash and Suez Wastewater Treatment Plant project sites.

• Developed proper test procedures for equipment and facilities as per specifications, conducted testing and handed over the same to Owner.

• Verified off-site equipment testing along with Engineer’s and Owner’s representatives met contract specifications / contract compliance.

• Ensured materials and equipment used meet standards and contract documents.

• Handled subcontract management and international / domestic procurement.

• Assisted training Owner’s personnel and development and implementation of Maintenance Management System. Familiar with Primavera Project Control system used at above projects. Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 8

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Fru-Con Construction Corporation, St. Louis, MO Sep 1988 – July 1992 Project Mechanical Engineer

(Project Site-East and West Treatment Plant, Alexandria, Egypt/ Project Funded by USAID)

• Handled submittal and approval of all technical specifications to mechanical, plumbing and HVAC equipment to Engineer prior to procurement.

• Gained substantial experience and knowledge in quality control procedures and managed project site; reported construction and materials deficiencies to project manager and recommended corrective action.

• Developed and coordinated training of owner’s personnel as per contract specifications. Prepared, inspected and managed schedules for mechanical and HVAC systems subcontractors.

• Processed claims for sub-contracted work and prepared variation orders for Engineer’s approval. Initiated and followed-up of purchase orders for mechanical equipment (for domestic and U.S purchases) using computerized tracking system. City of St. Petersburg Public Utilities Dept, St. Petersburg, FL - Aug 1984 – Sep 1988 Manager, Public Utilities Plant Maintenance & Construction of Capital Projects

• Managed Public Utilities Department involved in repair, maintenance and alteration of:one water treatment plant; two water booster pump stations and four wastewater treatment plants and 78 wastewater pump stations.

• Prepared specifications for selecting effective department contractors for construction and maintenance efforts.

• Prepared construction and maintenance schedules and evaluated cost effectiveness of results.

• Handled planning and scheduling of Capital Improvement Projects, development of capital / operating budgets and administering safety program for Utilities Department.

• Performed design review and construction management of Capital Improvement Projects. EDUCATION

B.S., Engineering and Technology, University of Houston, Houston, Texas, USA Major - Process and Piping Design

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Kerala, India M.B.A., Industrial Management, University of Cochin, India CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Plant Engineer by the Association for Facilities Engineering, Ohio PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Association for Facilities Engineering

American Society of Piping Engineers and Designers, Charter Member Ayyappan P.S. Pillai 9

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PERSONAL

Citizenship - US Citizen

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