Raju Vallatharasu Vallatharasu, Project Head

Raju Vallatharasu Vallatharasu

Project Head

Vedaanta Senior living community

Location
India - Chennai
Education
Bachelor's degree, Civil
Experience
24 years, 1 Months

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Total years of experience :24 years, 1 Months

Project Head at Vedaanta Senior living community
  • India - Coimbatore
  • My current job since May 2022

 Involved in and oversaw the architectural design development process from the pre-design stage to construction administration.
 Collaborated with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and establish design objectives.
 Developed and presented design concepts, including sketches, renderings, and 3D models, to communicate ideas effectively.
 Prepared and reviewed architectural drawings, plans, and specifications, ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and industry standards.
 Coordinated with consultants, engineers, and contractors to integrate various building systems into the design.
 Managed the production of construction documents, including detailed drawings and schedules, to facilitate smooth construction processes.
 Participated in construction administration activities, including site visits, responding to RFIs (Requests for Information), and reviewing submittals.
 Prepared Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) tailored to each specific project to ensure adherence to quality standards.
 Provided guidance and mentorship to junior architects and design team members.
 Conducted regular design review meetings to evaluate progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment with project goals.
 Stayed updated with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in architecture to enhance design efficiency and quality.

Consultant Architect at Dinesh Industries,Afacade,Divine Projects Pvt Ltd
  • India - Chennai
  • My current job since February 2018

 Develop and Review Building Plans, Estimate Costs and Provide Oversight, Consult with Clients, Manage Contractors, Oversee Scheduling and Timelines, Conduct Site Planning and Compliance, Innovate and develop new standards, policies and procedures.

Consultant Architect at Dinesh Industries,Afacade,Divine Projects Pvt Ltd
  • India - Chennai
  • My current job since February 2018

 Develop and Review Building Plans, Estimate Costs and Provide Oversight, Consult with Clients, Manage Contractors, Oversee Scheduling and Timelines, Conduct Site Planning and Compliance, Innovate and develop new standards, policies and procedures.

Project Architect at Rakindo Developers Pvt Ltd
  • India - Chennai
  • February 2012 to February 2018

 Lead and supervise a team of Architects and draftsmen in designing and developing project deliverables.
 Attend and document development meetings with management to gather information for project establishment.
 Develop program and preliminary schematic designs to guide project direction.
 Create schematic designs, specifications, and development drawings following management requirements.
 Define architectural and MEP requirements and establish schedules for approvals and submissions.
 Review and approve architectural drawings, details, and submittals for compliance.
 Design and analyse building facades and prepare specifications.
 Collaborate with consultants and contractors for project completion.
 Prepare architectural punch lists for review and implementation.

Projects handled:
 Orchids phase1 - 3, 75, 000 Sqft - 900 million INR(Completed).
 Orchids Phase2- 2, 90, 000 Sqft- 860 million INR (Completed)
 Kovai hills- Villas type1, 450 nos- 1, 80, 000 Sqft ( Construction phase)
 Kovai Hills - Villas type2 (Links) design work in progress
 Kovai- Country club W/Arena design work in progress -13 acres

Senior Architect at Landmark Group
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • November 2007 to August 2011

 Determine the need for shop-drawings and prepare a list of shop-drawings.
 Identify missing information / details - initiate request for Information
 Review and comment on sub-contractor shop drawings by integrating with consultant design as per scope statement and responsible for preparing snag list.
 Review contractor architectural submittals.
 Monitor and control Contractors architectural drawings, ensuring latest revisions are available at point of use.
Projects handled:
 Oasis Center (Shop fronts & Interiors)- Dubai - UAE
Retail Interiors
 Lifestyle Dubai mall, Mall of the Emirates, IBN BATTUTA mall, Sharjah City Center, Ajman City Center- Total built-up area - 4, 00, 000 sqft (Approximate).

Architect at SYSTEM CONSTRUCT LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • September 2006 to October 2007

 Monitor the Preparation of shop-drawings ensuring compliance with shop-drawings production and submittal schedule.
 Review shop-drawings prepared by draftsman for completeness and accuracy
 Coordination between architectural - structural and electro-mechanical shop-drawings.
 Initiate and prepare shop-drawings submittal for approval.
 Monitor and control approved shop-drawings ensuring stamped with Issued for Construction.
 Maintain a register of shop-drawings identifying status of approval and ensuring that original copies of drawings are maintained with Document Controller.
 Ensure distribution of drawings to all relevant staff / sections via Document Controller under internal document distribution system.
 Ensure that shop-drawings are updated as per Consultants comments and re-issued for approval in a timely manner. All drawings to have approved status “A”.
 Planning for preparation of As-Built drawings, submission for approval prior to contract close out.
 Ensuring preparation of architectural as built drawings related to the company scope of works and review for completeness and accuracy.

Project Architect at Arab wissam EST.
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • June 2004 to April 2006

 Preparation of shop drawings and working drawings.
 Ensured and complied for consultant approval of drawings.
 Implemented the consultant drawings and designed schedules for the projects.
 Developing concepts for external facade, interior detailing and integrating the same with structural finish; responsible for drafting of drawings - elevations, sections floor plans and layout plans.

Project Architect at SAMAMA GROUP OF CO.
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • October 2003 to June 2004

 Preparation of shop drawings and working drawings.
 Ensuring Ministry of Education approval of general layout design for various types of school building.
 Implementing drawing and designed schedules for Ministry of Education (School Projects) Asir Region.

Junior Architect at Archi-Tec Allied
  • India - Chennai
  • June 1999 to August 2003

 To Design residential apartments and commercial building for leading contractors in India.
 Designing implementation of interiors and their furnishing details as per the client requirements.
 Conducted site inspection and attended various technical coordination meeting.
 Developing effective understanding & relations and coordination of design services & specifications.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Civil
  • at Bharath Institute of Science and technology
  • June 1999

Specialties & Skills

Materials
Education
Preparation
Revit Architecture
Autocad
Sketchup
Lumion & Enscape
Revit Dynamo
MS Office
3ds MAX
Primavera,Navis works & Ecotect Analysis

Languages

English
Expert
Tamil
Expert
Hindi
Intermediate

Memberships

Council of Architecture
  • CA/2011/53710
  • December 2012

Training and Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) (Training)
Training Institute:
Chicago Management Training Institute,
Date Attended:
October 2008
Duration:
40 hours
LEED – Green Associates (Training)
Training Institute:
Green International,India
Date Attended:
January 2012
Duration:
80 hours
Morden construction material (Training)
Training Institute:
IIT-NPTEL