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Vaibhav Saini, Planning & Project Management Lead

Vaibhav Saini

Planning & Project Management Lead·DLF Ltd.

India

Master's degree, Advanced Construction Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 18 years, 6 months

Planning & Project Management Lead

September 2023 - July 2025

DLF Ltd.

Gurgaon, India

September 2023 - July 2025

• The Grove - 1.8M sq.ft ultra-luxury low-rise residential project; appointed by management
to revive and successfully deliver DLFs flagship low-rise development after years of delays.
• Directed full-cycle delivery from design closure & vendor finalization to execution &
handover, leading cross-functional teams and consultants.
• Deployed advanced construction methodologies (Aluminium Formwork, Hybrid RCC-
Masonry-Reinforced Plaster systems).
• Optimized execution through real-time design coordination, vendor engagement, and VAVE
workshops.
• Ensured strict quality, safety, and sustainability compliance, setting new benchmarks in
delivery excellence.
• Recognition: Awarded Outstanding Achiever by DLF leadership for project turnaround

Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Construction and Building

Project Management Lead

August 2020 - August 2023

DLF Ltd.

Gurgaon, India

August 2020 - August 2023

• Led The DLF Independent City Floors (2.9M sq.ft), an ultra-luxury low-rise residential
project, from conception to delivery.
• Successfully delivered initial four phases, DLFs first low-rise housing project in 22 years,
overcoming prior project challenges and establishing a benchmark for similar low-rise
development.
• Recognized as Rising Project Leader for strong performance

Company industry:
Real Estate

Planning & Contracts Lead

May 2018 - July 2020

Mace Group (Under DLF)

Gurgaon, India

May 2018 - July 2020

• Led planning and project control functions for Cyberpark (3.6M sq.ft IT/Commercial Hub)
& Downtown (2.8M sqft, IT/Commercial Building).
• Developed schedules, monitored progress, and coordinated resources to keep projects on
track.
• Worked closely with contractors and internal teams to identify and resolve delays.
• Managed contract compliance, including delay claims, EOT requests, and key
correspondence.
• Prepared client reports highlighting progress, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Tracked costs, monitored commitments, and forecasted final project budgets.
• Coordinated with design and contracts teams to streamline deliverables and support overall
project governance

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Planning & Projects Control Head

October 2015 - April 2018

Arabtec Construction

Gurgaon, India

October 2015 - April 2018

• Project Planning & Controls Head for high-rise Revanta (62 floors, 3.8M sq.ft) project.
• Developed master schedules and strategies for complex, multi-phase construction
initiatives.
• Formulated resource allocation strategies to optimize manpower, equipment, and
materials across all construction phases.
• Construction methodologies included engineered Peri Jump Form & Aero Deck systems,
high-performance concrete, Luffing Tower Cranes, and Climbing Boom Placers,
improving productivity while meeting cost and time targets.
• Managed IT systems for project control, including procurement tracking and manpower
productivity analysis, enhancing data-driven decision-making.
• Generated progress reports and forecasts, communicated project health metrics, and drove
corrective actions through performance monitoring and collaboration.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Planning Lead

October 2013 - September 2015

Leighton Contractors

Gurgaon, India

October 2013 - September 2015

Led planning, scheduling, and delay analysis for luxury high-rise The Camellias (4.5 M Sqft) residential towers.

Developed master schedules with cost and resource loading, enabling updates and earned value analysis (EVA) monitoring.

Monitored design deliverables and procurement schedules to ensure timely approvals and material availability.

Finalized execution methodology, formworks, plants & equipment, and logistics for smooth project delivery.

Developed resource productivity monitoring mechanisms for workers and equipment.

Maintained transparent communication with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders through reports, meetings, and real-time updates.

Applied CPM, resource-loaded scheduling, progress tracking, and EVA for delay analysis, impact quantification, and client correspondence.

Managed project reporting systems, providing updates and insights to all stakeholders.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Deputy Project Head

February 2010 - September 2013

Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Ltd. NCR

Greater Noida, India

February 2010 - September 2013

• As Deputy Project / for Horizon Center (2.1M sq.ft IT/Commercial
Hub) & F1 Race Circuit Buildings, Greater Noida.
• Developed and maintained resource-loaded project schedules integrating labor,
equipment, and material requirements.
• Overseeing multi-disciplinary teams, and coordinated procurement, contracts, and supply
chain to meet milestones and cost objectives.
• Monitored project performance using KPIs and implemented corrective actions to address
deviations.
• Managed financials, including initial budgets, cost-to-completion tracking, and profit
loss reporting.
• Led stakeholder engagement, conducting meetings with clients, contractors, and internal
teams.
• Oversaw claims management, performing schedule delay analyses and EOT
evaluations.
• Implemented construction methodologies, including formwork systems, crane logistics,
concrete pouring sequences, and precast elements.

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Sr. Project Engineer

February 2007 - January 2010

Simplex Infrastructure

Chittaurgarh, India

February 2007 - January 2010

• Led the execution of slipform structures (silos & chimney) at Grasim Cement Plant
(10, 000 TPD).
• Learnt the execution & planning and later led the execution of slipform structures (silos &
chimney) at Grasim Cement Plant (10, 000 TPD).

Company industry:
Construction & Building

Education

NICMAR

February 2007

February 2007

Master's degree, Advanced Construction Management

India

SRKNEC Nagpur

May 2005

May 2005

Bachelor's degree, Civil

India

Skills

PROJECT PLANNING
Expert
PROJECT PLANNING
Expert
SCHEDULING
Expert
SCHEDULING
Expert
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Expert
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Expert
CONTRACTS MANAGEMENT
Expert
CONTRACTS MANAGEMENT
Expert
DELAY MANAGEMENT
Expert
DELAY MANAGEMENT
Expert
PROJECTS MONITORING & CONTROLS
Expert
PROJECTS MONITORING & CONTROLS
Expert
CASH FLOWS | RESOURCES ESTIMATIONS
Expert
CASH FLOWS | RESOURCES ESTIMATIONS
Expert

Languages

English

Beginner

Hindi

Beginner

Training and Certifications

Certifications
BIM Coordination & 4D Scheduling
Primavera P6 Certified
BIM Coordination & 4D Scheduling
Primavera P6 Certified