Dhamodaram Padi

TECHNICAL MANAGER - ELECTRICAL/ELV-ICT at AL ALI Engineering

• Qatar
• January 2021 to July 2022

Project: Design and Build of VVIP - Emiri terminal Extension at the Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar Client: Private Engineering Office (Govt. Of Qatar)
Managed the design and engineering deliverables of building electrical and ELV systems for the project by ensuring compliance with the project, end-user requirements, and statutory compliance requirements.
Led and managed the electrical engineering team to achieve successful project delivery, providing guidance and support as needed to meet project requirements.
Collaborated with peers, design consultants, architects, and structural professionals, conducting technical reviews of design documents and engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Prepared and reviewed the electrical design for indoor and outdoor lighting, LV and small power distribution, earthing, and lightning protection, fire and voice alarm systems, and integration with CFADS, telecommunication services, DAS for commercial users, low current, and extra-low voltage services, access control system, BMS, public address, CCTV, audio video, conferencing system, and other related electrical utility systems.
Conducted technical and design reviews of pre-qualification documents, material submittals, shop drawings, method statements, ITPs, product data, inspection reports, delivery schedules, contractor variations, and monthly bills to ensure compliance with project and contract requirements.
Managed the overall design process, including coordination with designers and contractors to ensure optimum design and compliance with approved budget, schedule, and program specifications to meet target availability and performance objectives.
Collaborated closely with clients to understand their needs and develop customized solutions that met their objectives.
Developed and implemented strategic plans to grow the electrical engineering team and expand the company's market footprint.
Successfully managed project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
Monitored value engineering and project progress, prepared reports to the Project Manager, and ensured that installations and designs met local and international regulations set forth by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
Fostered a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the electrical engineering team and across the company to achieve outstanding results.
Prepared RFPs on the commercial and technical side and appointed subcontractors.
Oversaw the project and construction management of building electrical and ELV system services designed including execution with the system specialist and their monitoring and controlling as per the project baselines.
Liaised with the Authorities such as civil defence, MOI - SSD, QCAA, Telcom Service Provider, Kahramaa, and HIA for successful completion and obtaining the Building Permit.
Assumed complete responsibility for quality, time, costs, and provision of information, ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, regulations, and standards to deliver safe and high-quality engineering projects.

TECHNICAL MANAGER – ELECTRICAL/ELV-ICT

• March 2018 to July 2021

SENIOR ELECTRICAL/ELV-ICT TECHNICAL OFFICE ENGINEER

• March 2016 to March 2018

Project: Design and Build of Al Bayt Stadium (FIFA 2022) Precinct- Al Khor, State of Qatar. Client: Aspire Zone Foundation (Govt. of Qatar) Cost: € 770 MILLION (3 billion Qatari Riyal) + All Site Instructions valued (1 billion Qatari riyals).
Leading and managing the design team to deliver high-quality electrical and ELV-ICT design solutions.
Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices, as well as managing project budgets and timelines.
Working closely with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout the design process.
Providing technical support and guidance to team members to meet project requirements and expectations.
Managing multi-billion-dollar projects, including energy centres, external plazas, and auxiliary building MEP systems.
Coordinating with the project director to anticipate and advise needs effectively.
Coordinating with architects, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, and any other design consultants.
Performing arithmetical checks and independent design checks of other Engineer's design and design reviews.
Managing design activities and coordination of workloads for Water projects.
Planning, arranging, managing, and monitoring the review of design deliverables produced by the client's design consultant, including reports.
Performing design management, project management, construction management, and construction site supervision.
Ensuring on-time design delivery and engagement in DC1 and DC2 authority approvals.
Overseeing pre-construction, engineering, & field installation activities related to MEP systems to ensure high standards.
Specializing in state-of-the-art Sports and bowl Lighting systems, Retractable roofs, Inner liners, and Plenum cooling related Electrical distribution networks.
Managing a team of engineers, BIM and 2D modelers, and subcontractors to meet all project requirements.
Conducting value engineering studies regularly to minimize building operation costs.
Developing and instigating work schedules identifying the critical path including the expediting of scheduled critical materials and equipment for their timely delivery to the site.
Managing, testing, and commissioning project close-out to meet the design and project requirements, including securing warranties, guarantees, and acceptance of the work, contract vendor closeout, and handover.
Carrying out building services electrical engineering design on lighting and power design to British and local standards.
Ensuring the buildability of the proposed design and suitability of materials.
Arranging engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, and contractors.
Visiting the job site as required, to resolve problems, interpret drawings and documents, and provide technical help during the construction phase.
Ensuring adherence to QA procedures and advising Engineers/Technicians.

SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER – ENGINEERING at Al Masaood Group

• United Arab Emirates
• December 2012 to February 2016

Projects Handled: o Design & build of Dubai Investment Park, Dubai, UAE. o Design & Build Various confidential projects for ENGINEER'S OFFICE - Dubai, UAE o Design & Build Various oil/brownfield projects for ADGAS and GASCO, Abu Dhabi, UAE o Design & build of Abu Dhabi Military Products Manufacturing unit - TAWAZUN, UAE o Design & build of Al Liwan Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi, UAE o Design & Build of Abu Dhabi Ports, Abu Dhabi, UAE o Deputation of Engineering Services for Red Line & Gold Line Metro, Doha Qatar.
Design and engineer electrical systems while adhering to safety and environmental regulations.
Develop Single Line diagrams, cable sizing calculations, load schedules, and breaker choices.
Conduct value engineering studies and collaborate with subcontractors to ensure timely project completion while minimizing building operations costs.
Lead a team for end-to-end projects involving the design and engineering of HV/LV electrical and cabling systems.
Ensure quality assurance and project compliance with standards, deadlines, and budgets.
Conduct site surveys and inspections to ensure quality project planning, processes, and productivity in accordance with MEP activities on site.
Participate in high-level discussions with stakeholders to better understand their needs, develop a techno-commercial proposal and technical papers, and recommend cost- and time-saving value engineering solutions.
Coordinate with MEP BIM modelers, 2D AutoCAD draftsmen, design verification engineers, structural and architectural departments, procurement department, material suppliers, QS Department, MEP Consultants, and QA/QC Department for consultant's inspection to ensure that internal substation and outdoor electrical works were completed.
Work closely with clients to understand their needs and develop solutions that meet their objectives.
Collaborate with other design disciplines, including civil, structural, and architectural teams, to ensure project success.
Provide technical leadership on projects, ensuring that designs are innovative, efficient, and meet the highest standards of quality.
Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
Ensure compliance with all relevant codes, regulations, and standards, and foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the electrical engineering team and across the company.

POWER SYSTEM DESIGN ENGINEER at POWER-LINKER

• India
• May 2010 to December 2012

Projects Handled: o System Studies for SHADEED IRON & STEEL, Muscat. o Design & build of JINDAL STEEL & POWER, Angul, INDIA. o Design & Build of Substations for IOCL, MRPL, BPCL, POWER GRID, NTPC, INDIA o Design & Build Traction substations for INDIAN RAILWAYS, INDIA.
Successfully analysed, estimated, designed, managed, and coordinated multiple turnkey power system projects using sophisticated simulation tools like ETAP /AMTECH/PSCAD.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams and maintained the highest standards of quality and safety to deliver projects on time within tight deadlines.
Prepared the man-hour estimate, technical, and commercial offer for the project.
Prepared weekly productivity and progress reports.
Coordinated with clients and consultants.
Conducted power system studies such as Load flow study, short circuit study, Dynamic Motor starting study, Harmonic analysis, Transient & load shedding study, Relay coordination study with Unit protection, Arc flash study, Insulation co ordination study, Transformer inrush current study, Renewable Energy and Grid Integration Studies using ETAP/ PSCAD tools.
Prepared study reports and presented findings to clients.
Planned and executed Instrumentation engineering design for field instrumentation, Distributed Control System (DCS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Integrated Control System (ICS), Fire and Gas, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and Telecommunications systems.
Ensured that the design is carried out as per the industry standard practices and in conformance with the quality management system.
Coordinated with the project and client to ensure successful implementation of the project.
Assisted in the preparation of project proposals and pre-qualification documents in what relates to Instrumentation engineering design.
Identified issues that impede project progress and reported to Project Managers and Discipline Heads.
Stayed up to date with the latest engineering design practices and applications by assimilating the evolution of new products and technology and updating oneself on the latest international standards.

TESTING & COMMISSIONING ENGINEER at SYSPROTECH

• India - Chennai
• May 2009 to May 2010

I was responsible for developing and executing testing plans, analyzing test results, identifying, and troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely completion of projects. I also oversaw the commissioning of substation equipment, including testing newly installed equipment to ensure it met quality and safety standards and coordinating with vendors and contractors to ensure seamless project execution. Project: Design and Build of Substation - Cochin Refineries Limited. Consultant: Engineers India Limited Client: BPCL, IOCL, MRPL, HPCL
Developing and maintaining project plans, timelines, and budget
Facilitating communication between project stakeholders, including team members, clients, and vendors
Pre-commissioning and commissioning of 220kV, 132kV 33kV, 11kV, 6.6kV to 415 V Electrical Systems.
Inspection of control and relay panel, preparation of Test Report and cable schedule for sub-station.
Testing of CT, P.T, CVT, Circuit breaker, Switchgear, and Power Transformer, Auxiliary relays
Troubleshooting of all Electrical circuits.
Coordination with the client in As-Built Scheme Drawing submission, Test report submission, As-Built cable schedule submission, and all site activity to satisfy the customer.
•Protection Relays Handled o ABB Relay's: REF615, REF630, RET615 etc.,
•SIEMENS Relay's: 7UT613, 6MD66, 6MD85, 7SJ622, 7SJ80 etc., o Alstom Relay's: P545, P643, etc.