Professional Summary:
I am a dynamic, proactive, and meticulous Cost professional with over 15 years of experience specializing in heavy civil infrastructure projects such as marine structures, bridges, metros, and defense industry. Proficient in total cost management and quantity surveying as per international standards (AACE), I am dedicated to ensuring optimal satisfaction levels for clients through my customer-oriented approach. Committed to continuous learning and skill upgrading in the field of Cost Engineering.
Accomplishments:
Successfully secured award-winning tenders for significant defense projects, including Project Seabird ($108 million USD) and Project Varsha ($290 million USD), with a total value of nearly $200 million USD.
Managed costing for high-value projects such as the Mumbai Coastal Road MCRP and Project Seabird, totaling $500 million USD.
Led bidding efforts for major marine projects, including a $500 million USD project in the Maldives.
Certifications:
Preparing for the "Certified Cost Professional" (CCP) certification by AACE, reflecting my dedication to professional development and adherence to industry standards.
Work History:
June 2023 - Current
Senior Manager- Tendering, Costing & Planning, Mohan Mutha Exports Pvt Ltd (Infrastructure Div), Chennai
Lead Tender (Marine) responsible for estimation activities and issuance of optimized Commercial Inputs for various enquiries.
Prepare input related Project Schedules and finalize execution strategy based on resource availability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare technical and commercial inputs for tenders.
Manage bid and proposal phases, monitor activities for adherence to milestones, and oversee inventory replenishment strategies.
April 2022 - May 2023
Manager-Task Force, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Chennai
Analyzed plans and specifications to identify project scope and cost.
Evaluated subcontractor bids to ensure best value for projects.
Monitored project progress and provided updates on costs during project meetings.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure favorable pricing.
October 2020 - March 2022
Senior Manager- Estimation, Reliance Astaldi Joint Venture, Mumbai
Identified cost-saving plans and improvements to increase company savings.
Researched construction documents and analyzed specifications.
Prepared estimates and provided regular project status updates to management and clients.
December 2014 - September 2020
Manager- Costing, Bidding and Project Management, Larsen & Toubro Limited, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi
Managed end-to-end tendering process, including identification, preparation, and submission of proposals.
Reviewed and analyzed tender documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Coordinated with internal teams to develop winning tender strategies and negotiate contract terms with clients.
References: Available upon request.
Passport: Passport Number: W8482262 (Date of Expiry: 26/12/2032)
Declaration: I hereby declare that the details furnished above are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Languages: English (Advanced - C1), Hindi (Advanced - C1), Tamil (Bilingual or Proficient - C2)
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