prasun tharakan, Mechanical Engineer

prasun tharakan

Mechanical Engineer

KEO International Consultants

Location
Qatar - Doha
Education
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
22 years, 8 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :22 years, 8 Months

Mechanical Engineer at KEO International Consultants
  • Qatar - Doha
  • My current job since August 2011

• Management and supervision of the Engineering & Construction works to ensure optimum results, in coordination with various trades and contractors/specialists.
• Design Review - Drawings, Concept Design Proposals, Calculations, etc.
• Review & approval of materials, shop drawings, method statements, ITPs, calculations, prequalification of contractors/suppliers, etc.
• Attending weekly progress/technical/quality/safety meetings and daily monitoring of site activities to ensure the timely completion of project.
• Inspection/witnessing & approval of site installation works, materials and T&C.
• Conducting site visits for feasibility study.

Mechanical Engineer at AKTOR S.A./ADCC-JV (Aktor S.A., Al Darwish Engineering, Construzioni Cimolai & Cybarco
  • Qatar - Doha
  • February 2010 to August 2011

Project: Airline Support Facilities (CP-11) - Hamad International Airport (previously NDIA)
•Responsible for the HVAC scope of the Cargo Complex in new Hamad International Airport (HIA) - detailed Engineering & Construction works, managing a workforce of around 150 skilled & unskilled personnel at peak construction period.
•Installation and Testing & Commissioning of HVAC works/equipment - piping/ductwork, AHUs, CRAC units, FCUs, Packaged AC, etc. including Chilled Water network (600mm dia.) flushing & passivation.
•Coordinated works between main contractor and specialist subcontractors to attain proper sequence of works and accomplish critical milestones.
•Arranged toolbox talks, etc. and ensured that safety standards are followed strictly as per airport norms.
•Assisted CAD draftsmen in preparing Shop drawings and As-Builts.
•Prepared Installation and T&C Method statements, ITPs, Material submittals etc.
•Responsible for taking estimates and coordinating the material procurement.
•Monitored site progress and prepared progress reports.
•Raised Inspection Requests for the completed works and liaised with Supervision Consultant & QA/QC for approvals.

Mechanical Engineer at Parsons International
  • United Arab Emirates
  • March 2009 to February 2010

Project value - approx. USD 6.5bn.
Project: Dubai Metro
•Inspection/approval of materials, installation works, testing & commissioning of services, including conveyance system (Elevators/Escalators/Travelators).
•Supervision and coordination of site works between various contractors to ensure the timely completion of high-profile project by RTA/Dubai government.
•Testing & Commissioning of various systems and equipment ranging from FCUs, AHUs, Smoke/Exhaust Fans, Fire Pumps etc. to Elevators, Escalators & Travelators, in close coordination with specialist contractors and third-party testing agencies.
•Reviewed Shop drawings and As Built drawings, assisting the Sr. Mechanical Engineer.
•Responsible for issuing site observation notices, non-conformance reports and other safety related notifications.
•Monitored site progress and prepared progress reports.

Mechanical Engineer at Ramboll Middle East Ltd
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • April 2008 to February 2009

Project: Dubai Waterfront
•Inspection/approval of materials, installation works, testing & commissioning, etc. of services.
•Reviewed shop drawings.
•Monitored the progress of activities at site and prepared daily reports.
•Assisted consultant QS Engineers and planning team for various reports.
•Responsible for issuing site observation notices, non-conformance reports etc.

MEP Coordinator at Arabtec Construction
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • March 2004 to March 2008

• Responsible for Mechanical scope of works for the Palazzo Versace luxury hotel.
• Prepared builder’s work drawings and supervised the installations in coordination with other trades.
• Scheduled inspections (work & material) with Consultant and liaised with Consultant to resolve site issues.
• Responsible for the site temporary water & firefighting facilities - installation and maintenance.
• Liaised with the concerned authorities for relocation of the existing underground services.

Sales Engineer at Midget Traders Pvt. Ltd.
  • India - Kerala
  • August 2001 to December 2003

Various Projects:
•Supervised installation of AC systems.
•Generated enquiries through direct fieldwork, conducting exhibitions, etc.
•Understood client requirements and estimated the required tonnage.
•Prepared quotations with technical & commercial aspects.


RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE

•Development of Mixed-Use project - Doha, Qatar
•Albaker Tower Hotels - Sofitel/Novotel (ACCOR Group), Doha, Qatar
•Renovation & Expansion of Ritz Carlton Doha Hotel - KATARA Hospitality, Doha, Qatar
•Burj Marina Tower COM-08 - Burj Marina Real Estate, Doha, Qatar.
•Development of First Grade Sports Clubs - Ministry of Culture & Sports/QOC, Doha, Qatar
•Al Wakra Hospital Modifications - ASHGHAL (PWA)/Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
•Villa 3 Extension - Al Wajba Palace/PEO, Doha, Qatar
•Airline Support Facilities (CP-11) - Hamad International Airport/NDIA, Doha, Qatar
•Dubai Metro - Road Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai, U.A.E.
•Dubai Waterfront - Nakheel, Dubai, U.A.E.
•Palazzo Versace Hotel and D1 Tower - Emirates Sunland, Dubai, U.A.E.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
  • at University of Calicut
  • June 2002

Mechanical Engineering 4 year degree course

Specialties & Skills

Fire Safety
Plumbing
Microsoft Office
MICROSOFT WORKS
PROGRESS
SUPERVISORY SKILLS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
MEETING FACILITATION
PROPOSAL WRITING
QUALITY

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert
Malayalam
Native Speaker

Memberships

Institute of Engineers (India)
  • Corporate Member
  • April 2014

Training and Certifications

LEED Green Associate (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2014
Valid Until:
April 2020