RAVICHANDRAN CHANDRAN, LEAD PROJECT MANAGER

RAVICHANDRAN CHANDRAN

LEAD PROJECT MANAGER

Location
Saudi Arabia
Education
Master's degree, Construction and Management
Experience
25 years, 9 Months

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Total years of experience :25 years, 9 Months

LEAD PROJECT MANAGER
  • My current job since August 2018

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Construction Manager at Al- JalhamiContracting & Trading Company
  • Saudi Arabia
  • January 2016 to February 2018

Construction of infrastructure in Haii al- nawah-1 Harah West of Aqeeq- phase I :

Key Works Delivered
•Coordinates with Project Manager, Studying specifications and construction procedures construction and exercises functional authority for all civil building works and related construction activities.
•Ensure that all civil activities within the designated areas are well planned, coordinated and be able to utilize all available resources in coordination with other functional Managers in directing and supervising all involved site personnel and subcontractors.
•Leads and ensure all work groups are properly guided, in close cooperation with the Project Manager, in assembling and controlling the required resources (manpower, equipment, materials and tools required)to start and sustain the work efficiency and productivity until the completion of the project. Inspects work in progress to ensure conformity with QA/Q C specifications and requirements, Industry Codes, Standards and Proceed Manage and oversee the day-to-day construction management of the project.
•Prepares, supervises and approves the development of PEP \[from construction point of view\], and its implementation plus ensuring Lessons Learned are properly documented through -out thelife of the project including Project Close-out Manage the construction effort and be the construction representative of our company with Client.
•To plan, develop and organize the construction effort to formulate the most cost-effective plan to timely completion within budget and to implement the execution of that plan.
•Responsible for implementation of the scope of work as related to construction/ fabrication, pre-commissioning, load-out and offshore installation hook-up and offshore pre-commissioning andcommissioning of the facilities in conformance with project specifications, Scope of Work, and in accordance with the approved Project Schedule Monitor and report to Project Manager / Sr. Construction Manager of project details, including Progress, risks and opportunities in a timely manner.
•Ensures all changes to specifications, work scope and drawings are documented
• Define clear roles & responsibilities and deliverable requirements in terms of both scope and schedule to all the team members.
•Review man-hours and duration forecasts to completion for onshore construction and man-hours, duration and manning forecasts for offshore hook-up and offshore installation durations and resource requirements.
• Monitor construction productivity and schedule performance and investigate reasons for less than satisfactory performance. Provide recommendations and institute measures for improvement by satisfactory performance.
•Provide recommendations and institute measures for improvement by modification to operating procedures/work instructions.
•Adhere to Company Safety Standards and promote safety culture among the ranks throughout the Company

Senior Project Engineer at Al-JalhamiContacting &Trading Company Engineering Contractors
  • Saudi Arabia
  • September 2014 to December 2015
Senior Project Engineer at Preethi Construction Company
  • India
  • September 2014 to December 2015

Construction of ware house buildings(combined structures)

Key Works Delivered
•CoordinateswithSr. Project Manager, studying specifications and construction procedures construction and exercises functional authority for all civil building works and related construction activities.
•Create, update and maintain a variety of project controls that track the status.
•individual projects or task orders, changes to projects or task orders, RFI, shop drawings and submittal, matters involving quality controls, safety, financial performance, close-out and other aspects of the project(s) or task order(s).
•Analyze reports and use personal influence to create priorities that prevent delays to critical activities within the project; Assist Construction Manager in planning and executing building construction and renovation projectsPlan and coordinate construction activities on daily basis. Establish budget and schedule for construction project. Monitor and control expenses within the established budget.
•Recommend cost reduction initiatives while maintaining the quality and productivity. Oversee invoice and payment processing in a timely fashion Analyze construction problems and develop immediate resolutions.
•Respond to customer inquiries and concerns promptly. Generate construction progress and expense reports for management. Attend educational workshops, trainings and conferences for professional growth.
•Identify slippages or delays in constructions and adjust schedules to meet deadlines Identify milestones and problem areas and accordingly recommend preventive actions

Estate Officer at PeriyarManiammai University
  • India
  • June 2007 to September 2014

Construction of all type of buildings institutional buildings, multi-purpose auditoriums, library buildings, hostels, hospitals
Teacher training institute roads channel’s underground pipe lines(utilities)
•Construction of High-rises academic buildings for Periyar center, New Delhi (10 storey)

Key Works Delivered

•Delhi Development Authority - Approvals, Sanitary and Plumbing Works, Rainwater, Fire Water, Portable Water, Storm water Airport authority and Fire department.
•Co coordinating with Architecture structural engineer and Vendors for project deliverable
•Coordinates with Sr. Project Manager, Studying the specifications and construction procedures construction and exercises functional authority for all civil building works and related construction activities.
•Coordinates with other Project Manager and the Assistant Project Manager accomplishes work primarily by means of sub-contractors Manages all aspects of project management for a small project with an approximate volume of 5.0 Cr supports multiple small projects or a large project. Understanding of process management and the ability and agility to perform work that is contracted through a variety of delivery methods that include: indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ), Lump-Sum Contracting, Design/Build and Fast Track contracts. Essential Functions of Position.
•Ensure that all civil activities within the designated areas are well planned, coordinated and be able to utilize all available resources in coordination with other functional Managers in directing and supervising all involved site personnel and subcontractors.
•Leads and ensure all work groups are properly guided, in close cooperation with the Project Manager, in assembling and controlling the required resources (manpower, equipment, materials and tools required)to start and sustain the work efficiency and productivity until the completion of the project.
•Inspects work in progress to ensure conformity with QA/Q C specifications and requirements, Industry Codes, Standards and Procedures, and provides technical advice's to resolve problems.

Project Coordinator, - Periyar Maniammai College of Technology for Women - Thanjavur, TN. Jan’1997 toSep’2007
•Construction of Indoor Auditorium, Guest House and Periyar Center (Basement with 7 Storey), Chennai :

Key Works Delivered

•Create, update and maintain a variety of project controls that track the status.
•individual projects or task orders, changes to projects or task orders, RFI, shop drawings and submittal, matters involving quality controls, safety, financial performance, close-out and other aspects of the project(s) or task order(s).
•Analyze reports and use personal influence to create priorities that prevent delays to critical activities within the project; Assist Construction Manager in planning and executing building construction and renovation projects Plans and coordinate the construction activities on daily basis.
• Establish budget and schedule for construction project. Monitor and control expenses within the established budget.
•Recommend cost reduction initiatives while maintaining the quality and productivity. Oversee invoice and payment processing in a timely fashion
• Analyze construction problems and develop immediate resolutions.
•Respond to customer inquiries and concerns promptly. Generate construction progress and expense reports for management. Attend educational workshops, trainings and conferences for professional growth.
•Identify slippages or delays in constructions and adjust schedules to meet deadlines Identify milestones and problem areas and accordingly recommend preventive actions

Site-Engineer at Periyar Maniammai College of Technology
  • India
  • October 1988 to December 1996

Construction of all type of buildings institutional buildings, multi-purpose auditoriums, library buildings, hostels, hospitals
Teacher training institute)
•Maintenance of entire campus

Key Works Delivered

•Coordinates with Assistant Project Manager accomplishes work primarily by means of sub-contractors works Manage all aspects of project work in site.
•Undertake investigation, design and preparation of estimates, drawings with help of Draughtsman for various construction works.
•Prepare Technical report for the works along with estimates.
•Inspect the work regularly to ensure quality and timely completion.
•Engage Technical Assistant/Time Keepers on work charges, basis depending on the new for monitoring quality of work.
•Take samples and arrange for testing quality control periodically.
•Setting out the works in accordance with the drawings and specification Liaising with the project planning engineer regarding construction programs Checking materials and work in progress for compliance with the specified requirements Observance of safety requirements Resolving technical issues with employer’s representatives, suppliers, subcontractors and statutory authorities Quality control in accordance with CSIs/procedures method statements, quality plans and inspection and test plans, all prepared by the project management team and by subcontractors Liaising with company or project purchasing department to ensure that purchase orders adequately define the specified requirements Supervising and counseling junior or trainee engineers Measurement and valuation (in collaboration with the project quantity surveyor where appropriate) Providing data in respect of variation orders and site instructions Preparing record drawings, technical reports, site diary

Education

Master's degree, Construction and Management
  • at Periyar Maniammai University
  • January 2011

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Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering
  • at Regional Engineering College(National Institute of Technology
  • January 1996

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Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering
  • at Annamalai Polytechnic
  • January 1988

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Specialties & Skills

Construction Estimating
Tendering
Quality Assurance
Construction Management
Project Management
BUDGETING
DIRECTING
ENGINEERING
FUNCTIONAL
MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
MICROSOFT WORKS
PERSONNEL
PROGRESS
PROJECT MANAGEMENT