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shashi Nayak, Senior Project Manager

shashi Nayak

Senior Project Manager·Al Futtaim Group Real Estate,

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Project Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 22 years, 0 months

Senior Project Manager

June 2023 - Present

Al Futtaim Group Real Estate,

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

June 2023 - Present

• Led multi-site project execution, ensuring efficiency in the automotive showroom and workshop
developments across Dubai, and
• Optimized procurement and contract negotiations, securing better terms with vendors and contractors
while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Developed risk management frameworks, and ensuring adherence to UAE regulations and HSE standards.
• Collaborated with internal teams and external consultants, aligning design approvals, procurement, and
execution strategies for seamless delivery.

Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Construction and Building

Project Director

January 2020 - January 2023

Winner Consultant

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2020 - January 2023

• Oversaw the execution of large-scale private mansions and industrial warehouses, ensuring high-quality
construction and compliance with design specifications.
• Managed project delivery for infrastructure and MEP packages within the Etihad Rail development,
coordinating multiple stakeholders to maintain project alignment.
• Directed the establishment of a manufacturing facility for structurally insulated panels, overseeing
feasibility studies, procurement, and operational setup.
• Enhanced project control mechanisms, developing structured reporting frameworks to track progress and
optimize decision-making.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Senior Projects Manager

January 2008 - November 2019

Al Tayer Group (In-house PMC),

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2008 - November 2019

• Managed a multi-million-dollar project portfolio, overseeing luxury residential, retail, commercial, and
automotive developments from concept to completion.
• Led the execution of high-profile automotive showroom and workshop projects for brands including Jaguar,
Land Rover, Ferrari, and Maserati, ensuring compliance with international brand guidelines and technical
standards.
• Spearheaded the development of LEED-certified sustainable buildings, integrating smart technologies,
renewable energy solutions, and innovative materials to enhance efficiency and reduce carbon footprint.
• Directed planning, procurement, and contract administration, negotiated vendor agreements, and ensured
FIDIC-based contracts were executed effectively.
• Developed and implemented cost control strategies, optimizing budget allocation, streamlining
procurement, and ensuring efficient resource management.
• Led cross-functional teams, including project managers, cost controllers, QS professionals, and engineers,
ensuring seamless collaboration across all project phases.
• Secured authority approvals and regulatory compliance, liaising with government agencies to ensure
smooth project execution and handover.
• Oversaw the full lifecycle of multiple large-scale developments, ensuring successful delivery, quality
assurance, and seamless transition to facility management teams.

Company industry:
Real Estate

Projects Manager

September 2005 - January 2008

Landmark Group,

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

September 2005 - January 2008

• Supervised mall redevelopment and retail fit-out projects, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and
operational requirements.
• Led the coordination of design approvals and tenant management, facilitating smooth project handovers
and retail space activation.
• Developed and enforced quality control protocols, ensuring consistent construction standards across
multiple project sites.

Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale

Assistant Project Manager

January 2004 - August 2005

Sahara Group (Bechtel Corp – PMC),

Mumbai, India

January 2004 - August 2005

• Oversaw the construction of luxury residential villas, ensuring compliance with architectural and
engineering standards while coordinating with international design teams.
• Led site execution, proactively resolving challenges and working with team of architects and designers for
development of detail designs in coordination with site teams.
• Managed contractor negotiations and procurement, securing cost-effective solutions without
compromising quality or deadlines.

Company industry:
Project & Construction Planning

Education

NICMAR

November 2003

November 2003

Master's degree, Project Management

India

Manipal Institute of Technology

September 1998

September 1998

Bachelor's degree, Architecture

India

Skills

REAL ESTATE
Expert
REAL ESTATE
Expert
LEADERSHIP
Expert
LEADERSHIP
Expert
CONSTRUCTION
Expert
CONSTRUCTION
Expert
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Expert
CONTRACT NEGOTIATION
Expert
INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECTURE
Intermediate
RISK MITIGATION
Expert
RISK MITIGATION
Expert
COST MANAGEMENT
Expert
COST MANAGEMENT
Expert
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
Expert
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
Expert
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
Intermediate
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Expert
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Expert