Gangadharan Venkatesan

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Project Engineer MEP
Location: Qatar


Summary: Accomplished Senior Project Engineer with over 12+ years of experience in the installation, commissioning, and
management of MEP systems (HVAC, electrical, fire fighting, plumbing, and drainage). Expertise in project execution, quality
assurance, and contract compliance with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to client
specifications. Skilled in team leadership, subcontractor management, material procurement, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards, local regulations, and project specifications. Focused on enhancing quality control, improving operational
efficiency, and maintaining safety protocols across all phases of project delivery.

Education

2009 TO 2012

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Eng at ANNA UNIVERSITY

Experience

2022 TO TILL DATE

Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Engineer at ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES Bahadir Construction Engineering Contracting & Trading Inc. Co & ICM Groups JV, Doha, Qatar

Inspection & Testing Documentation: Prepared all necessary documents and attachments for inspection and testing requirements, ensuring
compliance with project specifications.
 Quality Control Documentation Review: Reviewed mechanical/electrical work checklists, as-built drawings, and related quality control
documents for the final dossier.
 Site Inspections & Coordination: Conducted site inspections to ensure construction compliance with specifications, codes, and standards;
coordinated inspections with consultants and clients.
 Inspection Requests (RFI): Coordinated with clients for inspection activities, issuing RFIs for witness/hold points.
 Deviation Reporting: Identified and reported deviations from approved plans and specifications, ensuring effective corrective actions were
implemented.
 Material Inspections: Verified that all materials received on-site met approved specifications, conducted material inspections and reviewed
compliance certificates.
 Testing & Monitoring: Oversaw testing of materials and systems, ensuring adherence to required specifications and regulatory standards.
Monitored testing frequency and ensured all test reports were accurately documented.
 QA/QC Meetings: Actively participated in QA/QC meetings, providing insights and addressing quality issues, potential risks, and improvement
actions.
 NCR Closure & Improvement: Supervised the closure of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), suggesting improvements to prevent reoccurrence.
 Team Coordination: Liaised with the construction management team to resolve issues and ensure project quality and timeline compliance.
 MEP Quality Supervision: Provided overall quality supervision for MEP works, ensuring standards were met throughout project execution.
 Safety Compliance: Ensured adherence to safety rules and regulations during site inspections, particularly in hazardous areas.
 ISO QMS & EHSMS Compliance: Implemented and participated in the improvement of ISO QMS and EHSMS procedures, maintaining
documentation and records.
 Functional Testing & Specifications: Ensured construction, installation, and operational testing conformed to functional specifications and
customer requirements.
 QHSE Policy Support: Promoted and supported QHSE policies and procedures across the project team.
 PQP & ITP Preparation: Prepared Project Quality Plans (PQP), Inspection Test Plans (ITP), and other QA/QC documentation, ensuring project
alignment with client and regulatory specifications.
 Submittal & Drawing Review: Reviewed material submittals and shop drawings for compliance before forwarding for consultant approval.
 O&M Manuals Preparation: Assisted in the preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals in coordination with the site management
team.
 Site Inspections with Consultants: Conducted daily site inspections with consultants, to ensure that construction quality aligned with the project
 Permanent Material Inspections: Maintained a log and coordinated with consultants for permanent material inspections and site visits.
 Internal Quality Audits: Coordinated internal quality audits to assess project compliance with established standards.

2013 OT 2022

Senior Project Engineer – MEP Systems at Elec-Qatar W.l.l

MEP Systems Installation: Led installation and commissioning of MV/LV panels, HVAC systems, chilled water systems, fire fighting systems (including conventional water sprinklers, pre-action sprinklers, fire hose reels, and fire pump rooms), electrical, ELV, BMS, plumbing, and drainage systems, ensuring adherence to technical details, manufacturer recommendations, standards, and project drawings.

Team Leadership & Supervision: Provided clear instructions and guidance to engineering teams and subordinates on detailed procedures, ensuring smooth project execution and maintaining high standards of quality control.

Scope Understanding & Contract Execution: Fully understood the scope of contracts, ensuring the development and implementation of MEP systems aligned with approved specifications and international/local standards.

Regulatory Compliance & Standards Implementation: Ensured all work adhered to relevant international standards, local regulations, and industry best practices, including the correct adoption of standards for each specific discipline (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.).

Coordination with Civil & Subcontractors: Proactively coordinated with civil contractors and subcontractors to ensure seamless execution of MEP works, achieving efficient scheduling and timely completion.

Subcontractor & Vendor Management: Closely monitored subcontractors’ work to ensure that quality and project timelines were met in full compliance with contract specifications, project quality plans, and industry standards.

Bill of Quantities (BOQ) & Estimations: Prepared BOQs and cost estimations based on site surveys, ensuring accurate projections for project budgets.

Project Schedule Planning & Control: Led planning and scheduling of project milestones, proactively managing timelines to ensure on-time project delivery.

Technical & Progress Meetings: Attended technical meetings, and progress meetings with clients, consultants, and designers to ensure that project goals were met and any issues were promptly addressed.

Claims & Variation Orders: Managed claims and variation orders in collaboration with the cost department, attending meetings with clients to ensure fair adjustments to the project scope and budget.

Review & Approve Technical Submissions: Reviewed and advised on technical submissions, shop drawings, As-Built Drawings, and O&M Manuals to ensure accuracy and alignment with project specifications.

Engineering & Material Submittals: Initiated and prepared engineering/material submittals, ensuring compliance with vendor approvals, RFIs, ITPs, method statements, and other project requirements.

Subcontractor Procurement & Materials Management: Managed procurement activities, including preparing schedules of work, bills of materials, and floating inquiries for subcontracted works, materials, and systems as per contract requirements.

Vendor Evaluation & Cost Analysis: Evaluated vendor offers, preparing comparative statements based on both technical and commercial parameters to ensure cost-effective procurement.

Material Delivery & Inspection: Coordinated with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and systems. Worked with QC engineers to inspect materials upon delivery and submitted inspection requests to consultants.

Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensured that all materials and installations adhered to acceptance criteria, approved materials, and installation methods, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards.

Resource Planning & Requirements Management: Forecasted material, plant, tool, and manpower needs for each phase of the project, ensuring the availability of necessary resources for safe execution and on-time completion.

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