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Amrutha Purushu

Amrutha Purushu

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

A dynamic and highly experienced Civil Engineer, Project Management specialist, and MBA degree holder with over 19 years of experience in Architecture & Engineering Design Consultancy and Construction industry in the Middle East .

Driven Senior Projects Manager with strong stakeholder management experience. Works well under pressure to tight timescales in both traditional and agile environments. Focused on shaping projects to successfully deliver on KPIs to budget and quality standards.

· Consultancy Project Management Experience – 11 years

( UAE)

· Contracting Project Management Experience -8 years

(UAE, QATAR)

Developer / Real Estate Experience - 1 year ( INDIA)

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PROJECT MANAGER

AMANA CONTRACTING AND STEEL BUILDING CO WLL
Abu Dhabi, UAE
11.2021 - Current
  • Construction of Ace Base Expansion of Schlumberger, ICAD, Abu Dhabi
  • TYPE OF PROJECT : INDUSTRIAL FACILITY FOR OILFIELD SERVICES (OFFSHORE DRILLING), Million
  • Design and Build of AL FOAH PACKHOUSE , AL FOAH, AIN
  • TYPE OF PROJECT : ( VEGETABLES/ FRUITS AUTOMATED PACKAGING FACIITY )
  • Built and nurtured professional relationships with wide range of stakeholders.
  • Identified and managed budget, timescale and scope changes, recommending actions and improvements to meet project goals.
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines and standards.
  • Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
  • Acted as single point of contact for stakeholders.
  • Notified finance and billing teams of milestone completions to support accurate and timely client invoicing.
  • Managed workforce planning, compiling information for informed decision-making.
  • Evaluated client requirements, building strategy to manage and achieve milestones and quality KPIs.
  • Assured project documentation followed internal quality standards.
  • Led cross-functional teams in project completion, offering continuous guidance to proactively mitigate delays.
  • Evaluated project risks and feasibility, identifying issues and proactively implementing proposed solutions.
  • Drafted accurate monthly management reports to illustrate project timelines and progress.
  • Developed and maintained project timescales, providing contingency planning to support timely completion.
  • Managed scope content, informing stakeholders of project scope and change implications.
  • Promoted company values and services at client meetings to solidify value and present winning proposals.
  • Prepared and managed project plans from end to end, meeting required milestones.
  • Monitored project spending and compiled budgets to develop business use cases.
  • Led meetings with both client and internal teams to facilitate and drive project completion and provide status updates.
  • Implemented and maintained systems for successful planning and project management.
  • Led technical delivery teams to deliver high-quality solutions within agreed timescales.

PROJECTS MANAGER

BEAVER GULF CONTRACTING LLC
ALL EMIRATES , UAE
10.2019 - 09.2021

ADNOC ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF ON THE GO COMPACT FUELLING STATIONS -ALL OVER UAE ( 70 Numbers)

TYPE OF PROJECT : FUELLING STATIONS WITH CONVENIENCE STORES AND ASSOCIATED ROAD AND SERVICES INFRASTRUCTURE


· Scope development and Management:

Orchestrated the entire scope comprising the design, authority approvals, and construction phases for fueling stations, C-stores, entry/exit points, infrastructure, and utility works across various fueling station projects.

· Project Leadership:

Acted as the primary Project Team Lead representing BEAVER GULF for CLIENT ADNOC in all Emirates, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.

· Project Planning:

Developed comprehensive plans for OTG (On The Go) projects, aligning strategies with project objectives and timelines.

· Design and Construction Management:

Managed design and construction activities, overseeing multiple construction teams operating concurrently across Emirates for various fueling station projects.

· Financial Management/ Budgeting/ Cost Control:

Oversaw cost management, ensuring adherence to budgets and cost-effectiveness throughout project execution.

· Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

Managed relationships ,negotiations and activities involving sub-consultants, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain project momentum and quality.

· Authority Approvals:

Successfully handled the meticulous management of authority approvals, securing permits across all Emirates for seamless project progression.

· Scope and Contracts Administration:

Efficiently administered project scope and contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with project requirements.

· Procurement Oversight:

Managed procurement activities, overseeing the acquisition of necessary resources and materials essential for project execution.

· Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

Conducted thorough risk evaluations and implemented effective mitigation strategies to manage and minimize potential project risks.

· Change and Quality Management:

Implemented change management protocols, maintaining quality standards throughout project phases.

· Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Management:

Oversaw the strict adherence to HSSE protocols and standards, ensuring a safe and secure working environment across project sites.

· Project Closeout and Handover:

Managed project closeout activities meticulously, ensuring seamless handover to stakeholders while meeting all project requirements and expectations.

ASSOCIATE (PROJECT MANAGER)

BUREAU OF ENGINEERING STUDIES- DESIGN CONSULTANT
Dubai, UAE
05.2017 - 09.2019
  • Comprehensive Project Planning and Scheduling:
  • Strategized and formulated detailed project plans and schedules, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines
  • Scope development and Management
  • Developed and managed project scope in order to achieve project goals and objectives seamlessly
  • Project Monitoring and Control:
  • Implemented effective monitoring and control mechanisms, overseeing project progress and promptly addressing deviations from planned milestones
  • Stakeholder Coordination and Meetings:
  • Orchestrated weekly meetings with project stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, presentations and alignment of project goals across teams situated in Australia, Singapore, and Dubai
  • Multinational Design Coordination:
  • Facilitated seamless design coordination among multinational teams, fostering collaboration and synergy among dispersed design units
  • Authority Coordination and Compliance:
  • Collaborated with local authorities, managing meetings, submissions, and ensuring adherence to jurisdictional requirements and regulations
  • Appointment of External Consultants:
  • Identified and engaged external sub-consultants essential for project execution, ensuring the alignment of expertise with project needs
  • Progress Reporting and Documentation:
  • Prepared and delivered weekly project progress reports, maintaining comprehensive documentation of project advancements and challenges
  • Scope and Contracts Administration:
  • Administered project scope and contracts diligently, ensuring compliance, and managing contractual aspects throughout the project lifecycle
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies:
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments and developed robust mitigation strategies to proactively address potential project risks
  • Change Management Documentation:
  • Prepared comprehensive change documentation, maintaining records of modifications and alterations during project execution

FEW KEY PROJECTS

STTS Paint Hangar in DWC

Al Futtaim Tower refurbishment

Muteena Al Futtaim Building, Rigga

SENIOR PROJECTS MANAGER

SEED ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS- Design Consultant
Dubai , UAE
05.2015 - 12.2016
  • Implemented change management processes to keep project up-to-date and smooth resistance to new concepts.
  • Determined project schedules and kept projects on track using proactive adjustments to workflow.
  • Delivered projects on time and under budget through strict implementation and cost controls.
  • Oversaw each step of project, meeting goals and achieving deadlines.
  • Defined project scope, milestones and task allocation to establish and maintain clear progress plans.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to draft strategic, realistic project schedules and plans.
  • Implemented change management processes to keep project up-to-date and minimise resistance to new concepts.
  • Negotiated with suppliers to reduce costs.
  • Managed scopes and deadlines using different project management methods.
  • Managed estimation processes by preparing bid packages, procurement plans and contract reviews.
  • Led meetings with department executives to review project status, drafting action plans to deliver proposed changes.
  • Designed project presentations and reports for executive teams.
  • Reduced downtime with effective scheduling and resourcing.
  • Improved operations by generating project status reports and identifying issues for corrective action.
  • Tracked and communicated project status, timelines and action items from project inception to delivery.
  • Spearheaded the setup and management of quality assurance systems for all projects within the company, ensuring adherence to quality benchmarks.
  • Few Key Projects

2020 Tower-Dubai

Oberoi Towers-Commercial and Residential Buildings, Mumbai

Oberoi Shopping Mall- Mumbai

PROJECT MANAGER

ARCHCORP ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING- DESIGN CONSULT
Dubai, UAE
03.2008 - 04.2015

Portfolio Management:

  • Developed comprehensive project schedules, management plans, risk mitigation strategies, quality plans, and work breakdown structures for building design projects, ensuring project alignment with objectives
  • Identified and managed budget, timescale and scope changes, recommending actions and improvements to meet project goals.
  • Developed and managed project scope in order to achieve project goals and objectives seamlessly
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines and standards.
  • Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
  • Supervised and controlled all project aspects, ensuring adherence to plans and timely adjustments as needed to meet project goals
  • Procurement and Team Coordination:
  • Acted as single point of contact for stakeholders.
  • Managed project procurement requirements, including the selection and appointment of external specialty sub-consultants and suppliers, fostering collaborative team efforts across disciplines
  • Built and nurtured professional relationships with wide range of stakeholders.
  • Comprehensive Contract and Scope Management:
  • Notified finance and billing teams of milestone completions to support accurate and timely client invoicing.
  • Oversaw contract administration, scope management, and change management activities for all projects, including drafting and managing contracts for subcontractors and sub-consultants
  • Managed client relationships and stakeholder interactions, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction throughout project lifecycles
  • Managed workforce planning, compiling information for informed decision-making.
  • Authorities Coordination and Approvals:
  • Evaluated client requirements, building strategy to manage and achieve milestones and quality KPIs.
  • Led the coordination efforts with authorities, securing necessary approvals and NOCs (No Objection Certificates) across all projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
  • Assured project documentation followed internal quality standards.
  • Staffing Decisions and Reporting:
  • Led cross-functional teams in project completion, offering continuous guidance to proactively mitigate delays.
  • Participated in staffing decisions and took the lead in preparing detailed project reports for submissions to clients and authorities, showcasing project progress and achievements
  • Evaluated project risks and feasibility, identifying issues and proactively implementing proposed solutions.
  • Drafted accurate monthly management reports to illustrate project timelines and progress.
  • Managed scope content, informing stakeholders of project scope and change implications.
  • Applied rigorous risk assessment and management principles, contributing to detailed project bids, formulating fee proposals, and negotiating variation quotes for any out-of-scope items identified
  • Developed and maintained project timescales, providing contingency planning to support timely completion.
  • Managed internal budgeting and job costing, ensuring optimal resource allocation and monitored high-level performance and productivity during the post-contract supervision phase
  • Monitored project spending and compiled budgets to develop business use cases.
  • Prepared and managed project plans from end to end, meeting required milestones.
  • Implemented and maintained systems for successful planning and project management.
  • Led technical delivery teams to deliver high-quality solutions within agreed timescales.
  • Led meetings with both client and internal teams to facilitate and drive project completion and provide status updates.
  • Established and managed robust quality control systems across all projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and fostering continuous improvement initiatives.

Few Key Projects :

Easy Hotel Jafza

MAG TownHouses –Meydan,Dubai

MasterPlanning – Meydan, Dubai

Al Quoz Neighbourhood Mall, Sharjah

Al Juraina Neighbourhood Mall , Sharjah

Al Mirgab Neighbourhood Mall, Sharjah

AUS CWC, Youth Centre & Wellness Centre

Baskin Robbins Outlets (UAE,KSA,Qatar,Oman)

City Center Clinic, Deira City Center

Al Badia Residences, Phase 3, Dubai Festival City

Sharaf Office Building, Mankhool

Sharaf Hotel Apartments, Mankhool



Project Co-ordinator

MARVEL REALTORS & DEVELOPERS
Pune, India
06.2007 - 02.2008
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to align project tasks with strategic objectives.
  • Updated project documentation, providing accurate and accessible information for stakeholders.
  • Marvel Imperial- Premium Luxury Residences
  • Managed project communication channels, fostering engagement and collaboration.
  • Compiled and distributed project status reports for enhanced transparency and accountability.
  • Resolved project-related issues promptly, preventing disruptions in workflow.
  • Evaluated projects to gather feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Facilitated client meetings, providing updates on project progress and addressing concerns.
  • Liaised with external vendors to secure necessary resources and services.
  • Collaborated with project teams in gathering user requirements and developing project plans.
  • Maximised communication and transparency between clients, internal departments and stakeholders.
  • Communicated project progress and challenges to stakeholders for decision-making purposes.
  • Few Key Projects :

Marvel Merlot - Boutique Luxury Residences

Marvel Enigma - Premium Luxury Residences

Marvel Mystique- Premium Luxury Residences

Marvel Imperial- Premium Luxury Residences

Construction Co-ordinator

QATAR AL ATTIYAH INTERNATIONAL GROUP
Doha, Qatar
03.2006 - 03.2007
  • Co-ordinated day to day Site operations
  • Led management of site quality assurance in conjunction with QA Manager.
  • Delivered short-term plans and performance requirements, holding weekly progress meetings.
  • Key Projects
  • Enforced quality procedures for all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities.
  • Managed site instructions, daily diary, record sheets and other forms of site reporting.
  • Collaborated with construction administration consultants to schedule field observations.
  • Communicated with clients and customers to proactively deliver relevant information.
  • Few Key Projects :

Water Scada System Building at Abu Hamour - Project Value 14 million QR

Villa Number 3 and Majlis for Royal Al Wajba Palace - Project Value 18 million QR

PROJECT COORDINATOR Contractor

AL MUFTAH CONTRACTING CO.QATAR
DUKHAN, QATAR
02.2003 - 03.2005

Key Projects

  • Facilitated client meetings, providing updates on project progress and addressing concerns.
  • Maintained project management software to optimise task tracking and workflow management.
  • Managed project communication channels, fostering engagement and collaboration.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to align project tasks with strategic objectives.
  • Resolved project-related issues promptly, preventing disruptions in workflow.
  • Liaised with external vendors to secure necessary resources and services.
  • Updated project documentation, providing accurate and accessible information for stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with project teams in gathering user requirements and developing project plans.
  • Communicated project progress and challenges to stakeholders for decision-making purposes.
  • Supported project closure activities, including documentation and knowledge transfer.
  • Key Projects :

Qatar Petroleum, Dukhan Operations Headquarters - project value 65 million QAR

New Mosque at Dukhan - project value 20 million QAR


Education

Bachelors of Civil Engineering - CIVIL ENGINEERING

K K WAGH COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, PUNE UNIVERSITY , NASIK

Executive MBA - Operations Management

INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY, DUBAI
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Project Management (PMP certified)
  • Portfolio Management
  • Cross Functional team Management
  • Risk Management
  • Key stakeholder engagement
  • Contract review and recommendations
  • Multi-unit operations management
  • Cost / Budget Control and Management
  • Quality Management
  • Proposal creation
  • Operations and Resource Management
  • Purchasing and procurement
  • Manage end to end project life cycle
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Process improvement

Certification

  • Certified Project Management Professional
  • Certified LEED Green Associate
  • Certificate in Contracts Management ( NICMAR)
  • LEAD AUDITOR ISO 9001-2015
  • Certified Professional Contracts Manager( CPCM)- Trained.

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Malayalam
Native

Timeline

PROJECT MANAGER - AMANA CONTRACTING AND STEEL BUILDING CO WLL
11.2021 - Current
PROJECTS MANAGER - BEAVER GULF CONTRACTING LLC
10.2019 - 09.2021
ASSOCIATE (PROJECT MANAGER) - BUREAU OF ENGINEERING STUDIES- DESIGN CONSULTANT
05.2017 - 09.2019
SENIOR PROJECTS MANAGER - SEED ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS- Design Consultant
05.2015 - 12.2016
PROJECT MANAGER - ARCHCORP ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING- DESIGN CONSULT
03.2008 - 04.2015
Project Co-ordinator - MARVEL REALTORS & DEVELOPERS
06.2007 - 02.2008
Construction Co-ordinator - QATAR AL ATTIYAH INTERNATIONAL GROUP
03.2006 - 03.2007
PROJECT COORDINATOR Contractor - AL MUFTAH CONTRACTING CO.QATAR
02.2003 - 03.2005
INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY - Executive MBA, Operations Management
04.2001 -
K K WAGH COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, PUNE UNIVERSITY - Bachelors of Civil Engineering, CIVIL ENGINEERING
  • Certified Project Management Professional
  • Certified LEED Green Associate
  • Certificate in Contracts Management ( NICMAR)
  • LEAD AUDITOR ISO 9001-2015
  • Certified Professional Contracts Manager( CPCM)- Trained.
Amrutha Purushu