ELV Project Director
DConnect international solutions LLC
Total years of experience :18 years, 0 Months
Complete ELV project responsibilities. Estimation, Bidding, Project Planning, Project Design, Project management, Cost control, Team Management, Project Closure and Handover.
Designation Chronology:
• Jul 2011- Present: Construction Manager
• May 2011- Jul 2011: System Project Engineer
• Jul 2009- Apr 2011: Operation Team Leader
• May 2007- Jun 2009: System Supervisor
• Feb 2006- Apr 2007: Site Supervisor
Key Projects to Credit:
• Burj Khalifa Tower, Dubai: ELV & Security System (Valued at AED. 127 Million)
• Al Mas Tower, Dubai: Access Control & CCTV System
• Dubai Metal & Commodity Center, Dubai: Access Control & CCTV System
• Toyota Showroom, Dubai Festival City: Fire Alarm System
• College of Engineering Building, Sharjah: Access Control & CCTV System
• China Town Building, Dubai Int’l City: BMS & Chilled Water System
• Ministry of Education Building, Dubai: CCTV & Access Control System
• Business Avenue Building, Dubai: Fire Alarm & Chilled Water System
• Marina Tower, Dubai: Electrical System
• Girls Secondary School, Al Ain: Fire Alarm & Electrical System
• Dubai International Airport, Dubai: MEP
Achievements:
• Played an instrumental role in increasing profit margins by focusing efforts on high quality execution and delivery to ensure client satisfaction with 0% causality rate.
• Improved employee productivity by taking initiatives to encourage retention and expansion of skill sets through emphasizing team work and professional development to accomplish performance related goals.
• Spearheaded cost effective vendor and sub-contractor hiring for fulfillment of procurement needs within establish budget to support business stability and profitability objectives.
• Accommodated multiple change orders received for prompt revision of plans and tasks for timely completion of various phases of work within establish deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Directing activities associated with ELV and Security System management; serving as center of technical competence to provide support and expertise needed for project development, design and engineering.
• Coordinating project task scheduling and execution with a focus on quality assurance and employee safety for project completion in line with corporate standards and guidelines.
• Optimizing resource allocation targeted towards effective resource management and cost control initiatives, while controlling the workflow to facilitate prioritization of client requirements.
• Maintaining detailed knowledge of the subcontractor documents, drawings, specifications, material requirements and delivery deadlines for precise monitoring of project progress, and prompt resolution of execution associated problems.
• Managing project planning and implementation, in addition to enforcing accurate documentation controls; identifying manpower and material needs to ensure timely procurement and hiring within time and financial constraints.
• Conducting feasibility studies and analysis pertaining to the entire scope of the project from ideation to handover; tracking project status with predefined project goals, site plans and contractual conditions for efficient risk management.
• Mentoring and coaching subordinates to align personal professional goals with project objectives to secure successful completion in a timely and profitable manner.
Achievements:
• Led high quality project completion with a motivated and focused multi-skilled team to fully satisfy client needs and contractual obligations.
• Resolved encountered technical problems and reduced need for rework on site to maximize returns on investment and resource utilization.
• Identified and took measures to accomplish effective safety hazards controls for successful project life cycle execution while adhering to quality control guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Streamlined ELV & Security System project implementation to facilitate the availability of CCTV, access control and audio visual technical solutions by working in conjunction with civil, mechanical and electrical contractors.
• Managed task planning/scheduling and coordination of functions between departments to enable improved time management and execution of simultaneous tasks, while securing compliance to company standards and operational excellent objectives.
• Directed resource planning and deployment to check for availability, reduce possibilities of shortage, and administer sourcing of manpower to eliminate talent gaps within the department.
• Participated in progress monitoring and quality assurance meetings with client and contractors to exchange concerns and progress updates regarding operations status and expected delivery dates.
• Performed site inspections to supervise construction activities and confirm technical accuracy of design details based on best practices and engineering techniques.
• Followed up with site engineers and subcontractors to secure that work is being carried out as per design, specifications and schedules communicated.
• Enforced health, safety and environmental management policies and procedures during all project phases, while securing compliance with ISO 9001 quality management.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervised the ELV and Security System implementation to accomplish successful installation, integration and configuration to secure alignment with customer requirements, specifications and operational standards.
• Collaborated with MEP and Civil contractors to fuel process improvement, direct resource estimation and enforce cost effective implementation as per finalized design layout.
• Managed day-to-day task planning and monitoring to oversee completion of project phases within established schedule; conducted risk analysis to highlight potential threats to project continuity, and took appropriate measures to minimize impact.
• Streamlined quality control initiatives and conducted inspections to produce high quality final deliverables; mentored the technicians and team members on HSE standards and corporate policies to ensure awareness and attentive compliance to safety controls.
Key Responsibilities:
• Managed the ELV and Security System installation and commissioning to facilitate effective deployment and fortification of client's technical infrastructure.
• Monitored progress status of work being completed to ensure timely delivery; directed interdepartmental coordination to establish synergy and spearhead procurement functions to facilitate cost savings and smooth workflow.
• Supervised the team of technicians to fuel the accomplishment of project goals and contractual conditions; adjusted task schedule based on change orders and interfaced with consultants/clients to secure acceptance and approval through various stages of project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
• Directed CCTV and Security System installation, commissioning and documentation in sync with design and client preferences; conducted testing to confirm desired outcomes before handover.
• Tracked completion status against established task schedules; coordinated work assignments and collated resource requirements from various divisions involved in assigned project.
• Oversaw technician team performance and work, provided support and guidance, and assisted in resolution of issues that could potentially delay project delivery.
Previous Professional Experience:
• Jul 2003- Sep 2005: Project Coordinator, Building Maintenance Company, Dubai, UAE
• Jul 2002- Jun 2003: Project Coordinator, Building Maintenance Company, Dubai, UAE
• Dec 2000 - Jun 2002: Site Supervisor, Building Maintenance Company, Al Ain, UAE
• Feb 1999 - Nov 2000: Electrical Technician, Building Maintenance Company, Dubai, UAE
• Aug 1996 - Jul 1998: Mechanical Technician, Heavy Engineering Corporation Limited, India