Michael Angelo Caringal

Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Directed daily operations, financial management, and client relations for a small enterprise.
• Built and maintained supplier/customer networks ensuring timely delivery and service quality.
• Developed strong organizational and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges.
• Oversaw budgeting, resource allocation, and cost control to sustain profitability.
• Applied entrepreneurial strategies to adapt to market demands and local community needs.

Key Projects:

• Access Roads to Al-Wakra Central Market (Value: QR 203.6M)
• RIW for Junctions & Roundabouts in Greater Doha Phase-7 (Value: QR 135.74M)
Client: Public Works Authority (PWA) - ASHGHAL

Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Validated interim payment applications for work in progress, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms.
• Prepared cost submissions and variation proposals, contributing to effective project financial management.
• Drafted site instructions, conducted quantity take-offs, and provided cost estimates to support timely decision-making.
• Reviewed subcontractor payment certificates and prepared recommendations, safeguarding project cash flow.
• Evaluated subcontractor cost submissions for variations, ensuring fair and contractually sound assessments.
• Supported the Head of Contracts and Department Manager with key commercial and administrative duties.

Key Project:

• Design and Construct New Orbital Highway and Truck Route (P023) - Contract 4: Dukhan Highway to Al Khor Link Road (Value: QR 3.347B)
Client: Public Works Authority (PWA) - ASHGHAL

Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Prepared financial statements and progress reports for PMC, ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures.
• Conducted joint measurements with contractors and validated interim payment applications, safeguarding compliance and cost accuracy.
• Supported senior QS in assessing contractor claims, contributing to fair and contractually sound resolutions.
• Produced contract financial status reports and cash flow forecasts to aid project financial planning.
• Delivered precise quantity take-offs and cost estimates for variations, enabling informed decision-making.
• Evaluated contractor cost submissions and assisted in negotiations of final accounts, strengthening project financial control.
• Provided support during dispute resolution processes, including arbitration, ensuring client interests were protected.

Key Project:

• Doha North Sewage Treatment Works (Value QR3.6B)
Client: Public Works Authority (PWA) - ASHGHAL

Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Administered pricing and contract variations, ensuring compliance with project requirements and budget constraints.
• Prepared variation claims based on site instructions, providing accurate quantity and cost estimates in close coordination with the Project Manager.
• Reviewed subcontractor payment certificates and prepared recommendations, maintaining financial accuracy and transparency.
• Developed material schedules, requested quotations, and prepared comparison sheets to support procurement decisions.
• Negotiated supplier and subcontractor quotations to achieve cost efficiency while meeting technical specifications.
• Produced cash flow reports and updated construction budgets, aligning actual and forecasted expenditures.
• Managed claim submissions and prepared final accounts, supporting effective project closeout.

Key Projects:

• Barwa City - Phase 1 (Finishing Works) (Dec 2010 - Jun 2011) - Value: QR 4.9B
• Barwa City - Phase 1 (Civil Works - CIP) (Nov 2009 - Nov 2010) - Value: QR 4.9B
• Doha Expressway Package 1 & 2 (22nd February St. & Al-Amir St. Upgrade & Interchanges) (Jul 2008 - Nov 2009) - Value: QR 1.0B
Clients: Barwa City / Public Works Authority (PWA - ASHGHAL)

Responsibilities & Achievements:

Barwa City - Phase 1 (Finishing Works)
• Conducted quantity take-offs for tiling, painting, drywall, and suspended ceiling works based on as-built quantities.
• Managed monthly inventory of materials on site, reconciling with supplier deliveries and logistics records.
• Performed remeasurements of subcontractor progress for billing and ensured deductions for damages requiring rectification.
• Coordinated weekly look-ahead schedules between MEP and finishing activities to align progress.
• Submitted monthly performance reports on finishing works to the Section Manager.

Barwa City - Phase 1 (Civil Works - CIP)
• Prepared detailed quantity estimates for civil structures including reservoirs, substations, pumping stations, planter walls, curbstones, and slabs.
• Coordinated concrete demand with batching plants and monitored reinforcement deliveries.
• Maintained daily and monthly concrete delivery reports, ensuring accurate tracking by work code.
• Prepared manpower and equipment submittals and coordinated logistics for material deliveries.
• Submitted inspection requests and monitored site conditions to ensure compliance with specifications.

Doha Expressway Package 1 & 2
• Prepared interim and final payment certificates, variation orders, and subcontractor payments.
• Conducted rate analysis, reviewed variation orders, and evaluated contractor claims.
• Controlled project costs in line with planning, scheduling, and budgeting requirements.
• Verified as-built drawings and prepared final accounts with accurate measurements.
• Monitored project budgets at both macro and micro levels, ensuring financial control.
• Reviewed contractual letters, site instructions, and initiated appropriate commercial actions.

Key Projects:

• Infrastructures for Oil Operations (Apr 2007 - Mar 2008) - Client: Saudi Aramco
• Pipelines and Miscellaneous Buildings (Sep 2006 - Apr 2007) - Client: Saudi Aramco
• Power Plant and Associated Works (Sep 2005 - Sep 2006) - Client: Saudi Electricity Company

Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Acted as company representative for job explanations and site inspections with major clients (Saudi Aramco and Saudi Electricity Company).
• Managed tendering and estimation processes, ensuring professional, cost-effective, and timely execution.
• Developed creative solutions to reduce manpower, cost, and time requirements for project completion.
• Provided technical assistance and ensured compliance with company tendering policies and procedures.
• Facilitated smooth transfer of job details and documents from business development to project execution teams.
• Executed and monitored project implementation, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.

Key Projects & Roles:

• Konstruktura Centro, Inc. (Apr 2004 - Nov 2004) - Renovation & Maintenance Work
Clients: Ayala Land, Manila Water Corp., Baby Land, Bench Philippines
• I-Fama Builder, Inc. (Apr 2003 - Mar 2004) - Finishing Works
Clients: DMCI, NAIA, Canadian Embassy
• Rosevill Electrical Contractor (Nov 2002 - Apr 2003) - Electrical & Plumbing Works
Clients: Hillmarc, Lords Flock Catholic Charismatic Ministry
• Pangarap Foundation, Inc. (May 2001 - Jun 2002) - Paliparan Pangarap Shelter
• Construction Continuum Builders, Inc. (Modular Construction) (Jan 2000 - Aug 2001) - Vertical Constructions
Clients: Government & Private Companies

Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Developed project definitions, alternatives, and in consultation with building administrators.
• Conducted engineering studies, analyzed data, and prepared cost estimates with justifications for expenditure requests.
• Assisted in designing new installations and modifications to improve quality, workflow, and efficiency.
• Reviewed construction drawings and specifications, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Prepared manpower, tools, and equipment schedules to support proper execution of works.
• Supervised site teams, assigned tasks, and ensured timely execution of construction activities.
• Monitored progress against schedules, prepared reports, and coordinated with Project Managers/Construction Managers.
• Participated in value engineering tasks, pre-bid meetings, and e-biddings to support project planning.
• Maintained accurate progress status records and ensured adherence to approved scopes of work.

Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Prepare detailed architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings with precision and accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure designs meet technical specifications and project requirements.
• Incorporate feedback and revisions into updated drawings while maintaining version control.
• Ensure all drawings comply with industry codes, safety regulations, and client standards.
• Maintain consistency in line work, dimensions, annotations, and overall presentation.
• Organize and manage drawing files, revisions, and project documentation for easy retrieval and reference.
• Develop layouts, schematics, and diagrams to support construction and manufacturing teams.
• Identify potential design issues and propose practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Modify drawings to accommodate site conditions, material limitations, or design changes.