Abijeet Radhakrishnan
Dubai ,UAE
Summary
Dedicated civil engineering professional with 5 years of experience in Outside Plant (OSP) infrastructure delivery and construction of data centres for Etisalat & Du across Dubai and the UAE. Hands-on expertise spanning site engineering and project management within OSP contracting environments and data centre construction, with a solid technical background in data centre construction, civil infrastructure works, HDPE ducting, manhole construction,Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and asphalt cutting and restatement operations.
Proven ability to supervise contractor activities, manage material procurement, prepare BOQs and cost tracking reports, and coordinate with UAE authorities including RTA, DEWA, and municipality bodies for NOC and permit approvals. Committed to delivering telecom infrastructure projects on time, within budget, and in full compliance with Etisalat standards and HSE requirements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Civil engineer
Techmost Contracting LCC
Dubai , UAE
09.2025 - Current
- Oversaw the construction of Du data centre.
- Oversaw the planning, execution, and commissioning of ducting network projects across residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
- Coordinated with Etisalat's network planning and supervision teams to align project scope, timelines, and delivery milestones.
- Managed cross-functional site teams of up to 50+ personnel including civil crews, and subcontractors, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Administered project budgets, monitored cost performance, and implemented corrective actions to maintain profitability and minimize variations.
- Prepared and submitted Method Statements, Risk Assessments, Material Submittals, and As-Built documentation in accordance with Etisalat and client requirements.
- Managed Change Requests (CRs) and No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) with relevant authorities including RTA, DEWA, and municipality bodies.
- Conducted regular progress reporting and attended stakeholder meetings to provide project status updates and resolve technical issues proactively.
- Ensured full HSE compliance across all project sites in line with UAE regulatory standards and company policies.
Civil Engineer
HOI Middle East And Africa
Dubai , UAE
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Supervised contractor activities including trenching, HDPE duct laying, manhole and draw pit construction, copper cable pulling, and jointing works, ensuring compliance with Etisalat OSP design standards.
- Oversaw Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) & Asphalt cutting operations for road and service crossings, reviewing bore profiles, selecting appropriate drill heads and reamer sizes, and ensuring duct installation met depth and alignment requirements.
- Prepared quantity take-offs and bill of quantities (BOQ) for copper, HDD, and civil works, maintained cost tracking sheets, and flagged budget variances to the project manager.
- Managed procurement of OSP materials including cables, HDPE ducts, chamber covers, jointing kits, and HDD consumables, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and compliance with Etisalat-approved specifications.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary site teams across concurrent work fronts, ensuring efficient resource allocation and uninterrupted construction progress.
- Reviewed technical drawings, network route plans, and as-built markups to guide on-site installation activities and verify accuracy of completed works.
- Supported NOC applications and permit submissions with RTA, DEWA, and municipality authorities to facilitate unobstructed civil and HDD works across Dubai road networks.
Civil Engineer
Buildmax Technical Services
Dubai/RAK, UAE
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Managed construction site operations and ensured smooth project execution by coordinating resources, materials, and workforce scheduling across multiple active sites.
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify potential project delays and proactively introduced mitigation measures to keep works on track and within programme.
- Maintained safety standards across all project sites, monitored HSE compliance, and enforced adherence to UAE regulatory requirements and company health and safety policies.
- Prepared daily progress reports and coordinated with contractors and consultants to track project milestones, resolve on-site technical issues, and communicate updates to senior management.
- Supervised the installation of cable networks and ducting infrastructure including trenching, duct laying, manhole construction, and cable pulling activities.
- Reviewed and interpreted technical drawings, network plans, and Etisalat design specifications to guide site teams during construction and installation works.
- Managed NOC applications and liaised with authorities such as RTA, DEWA, and local municipalities to obtain necessary permits for civil and cable works.
- Assisted in the preparation and submission of Method Statements, Material Submittals, and As-Built documentation for client and Etisalat approval.
- Conducted site surveys and feasibility assessments to support network planning and validate design proposals prior to construction commencement.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bengaluru/India 04.2017 - 08.2021
PUC - PCME
St Claret PU college
Bengaluru/India10th STD -
kendriya vidyalaya
Bengaluru/IndiaSkills
- MS project proficiency
- Goal-Oriented approach
- Trained in AutoCAD
- REVIT
- STAAD-PRO
- Detail Oriented
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
kannada
Advanced (C1)
Malayalam
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Civil engineer
Techmost Contracting LCC
09.2025 - Current
Civil Engineer
HOI Middle East And Africa
01.2025 - 09.2025
Civil Engineer
Buildmax Technical Services
12.2021 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
04.2017 - 08.2021
PUC - PCME
St Claret PU college
10th STD -
kendriya vidyalaya