SETHURAMAN BALAJI, Senior Project Engineer

SETHURAMAN BALAJI

Senior Project Engineer

M/s. WSP

Location
Oman
Education
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Experience
18 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :18 years, 5 Months

Senior Project Engineer at M/s. WSP
  • Oman - Muscat
  • My current job since March 2015

• Experience and Specialization: Electrical Engineer with experience in the UAE and Sultanate of Oman, specializing in project management and electrical engineering.
• Project Management Expertise: Extensive expertise in managing electrical projects, including estimation, tendering, and execution, with a focus on high ethical standards and client satisfaction.
• Team Leadership and Communication: Proven track record in leading project teams, facilitating communication, and ensuring successful project delivery within specified timelines and budgets.
• Project Scope: Experienced in managing various electrical projects, including 11kV and LV electrical installations, transmission lines, substations, and equipment erection.
• Proposal Preparation and Compliance: Skilled in preparing and submitting technical and commercial proposals for tenders, ensuring compliance with client specifications and project requirements.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera, and project management tools, with a strong ability to manage data and generate reports effectively.
• Site Engineering Experience: Experienced site engineer with hands-on experience in overseeing the construction of 400kV transmission lines and substations in India and the Middle East.

Project Engineer at M/s. EMC Electromechanical Co. LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • November 2013 to March 2015

• Project Management Expertise: Extensive expertise in managing electrical projects, including estimation, tendering, and execution, with a focus on high ethical standards and client satisfaction.
• Team Leadership and Communication: Proven track record in leading project teams, facilitating communication, and ensuring successful project delivery within specified timelines and budgets.
• Project Scope: Experienced in managing various electrical projects, including 11kV and LV electrical installations, transmission lines, substations, and equipment erection.
• Proposal Preparation and Compliance: Skilled in preparing and submitting technical and commercial proposals for tenders, ensuring compliance with client specifications and project requirements.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera, and project management tools, with a strong ability to manage data and generate reports effectively.
• Site Engineering Experience: Experienced site engineer with hands-on experience in overseeing the construction of 400kV transmission lines and substations in India and the Middle East.

Projects / Estimation Engineer at M/s. Ranya Contracting Establishmen
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • September 2005 to May 2010

• Developing earthing layout and equipment layout for the 11kV switching station and 11/0.415kV distribution substation.
• Drafting the erection plan for 11kV switchgear, including 12 panels allocation and placement within the switching station.
• Designing and implementing the erection strategy for 2500 Amps, LV 5 Panel, 11kV Ring Main Unit, and 1500kVA DYN11 transformer.
• Planning the installation of 33kV, 11kV & LV overhead transmission lines across various networks.
• Executing the erection plan for 11kV Ring Main Unit, LV 5 Panel, and 2000kVA, 1500kVA transformers in the distribution substation.

Site Engineer at M/s. Best & Crompton Engineering Projects Ltd.
  • India - Chennai
  • April 2002 to August 2005

Estimation Engineer Responsibilities:
• Managed estimation for 400kV overhead transmission line tenders from various clients and main contractors.
• Prepared commercial and technical submissions for tenders according to client specifications.
• Led estimation efforts for PGCIL Tender projects including Tirunelveli to Udumalpet (LILO) and Madurai to Trivandrum 400kV Transmission Lines in Tamil Nadu.
• Prepared technical and commercial bid proposals in alignment with PGCIL specifications.

Site Engineer Responsibilities:
• Executed site engineering duties for the construction of a 400kV Transmission Double Circuit Line from Lakshmipuram to Nunna in Andhra Pradesh, adhering to PGCIL specifications.
• Managed site engineering tasks for the construction of a 400kV Transmission Single Circuit Line from Khammam to Nagarjunasagar in Andhra Pradesh, ensuring compliance with PGCIL standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • at Madras University
  • January 2002
Diploma, Electrical And Electronics Engineering
  • at Directorate of Technical Education
  • May 1999

Specialties & Skills

Electrical Engineering
Electrical Maintenance
Electrical Testing
Electrical
HYDROGEN SULFIDE (H2S) TRAINING
COMMISSIONING
FIRST AID
MENTAL HEALTH
MICROSOFT WORD
SWITCHGEAR
TRANSMISSION
PROJECT SCHEDULES
Computer Knowledge
Management
Electrical Estimation
Documentation
Autocad

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Intermediate

Memberships

PMI
  • Project Management Professional
  • February 2019

Training and Certifications

Training Certificate, M/s. Axa Power (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2012
Valid Until:
March 2012