ARVIN CALINGASAN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished cost management and quantity surveying professional with extensive expertise in claims and subcontractor management, and a deep understanding of FIDIC contracts. Demonstrates proficiency in AutoCAD, Plan Swift, and BIM software, alongside material take-off expertise. Proven leader in cost control teams across the UAE and KSA, excelling in contractor performance evaluation, risk assessment, budgeting control, and contractual dispute resolution. Skilled negotiator with a strong focus on value engineering to optimize project outcomes. Committed to advancing career goals through strategic cost planning and control initiatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sr. Cost Control/Sr. MEP Quantity Surveyor
AMANA STEEL BUILDINGS CONTRACTING LLC
Dubai, UAE
10.2008 - 07.2025
- Ensured proper execution of contract documents before project commencement.
- Established project budget upon contract award for construction activities.
- Reviewed and analyzed project budgets to maintain financial integrity.
- Executed risk and value management alongside cost control measures.
- Prepared interim applications for payment and internal valuation reports.
- Drafted agreements for suppliers and subcontractors to formalize terms.
- Administered settlement of accounts for suppliers and subcontractors efficiently.
- Assisted in preparing loss and expense submissions to recover costs.
Mechanical/Structural Estimator
SUMATEC RESOURCES BERHAD
Shah Alam, Malaysia
02.2008 - 08.2008
- Reviewed proposal specifications and drawings to define work scope and estimate contents.
- Prepared mechanical and piping estimates through comprehensive take-offs based on work scope.
- Obtained material and subcontract pricing in collaboration with procurement department.
- Maintained files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, ensuring current supplier pricing.
- Collaborated closely with proposal team to ensure accurate inclusion of mechanical and piping items.
- Communicated necessary scope clarifications to proposal manager effectively.
Piping/Mechanical Estimator
ATLANTIC, GULF & PACIFIC CO. OF MANILA (AG&P)
Batangas, Philippines
05.2007 - 01.2008
- Estimated man-hours and costs for plant equipment installation and piping erection.
- Conducted site visits to gather essential information for comprehensive tender submissions.
- Attended pre-bid meetings to clarify conditions outlined in inquiry documents.
- Identified and verified all invitation to tender documents, including drawings and specifications.
- Prepared study information and evaluated quantities and manpower for specific disciplines.
- Completed piping take-off based on client-provided drawings and plans.
- Reviewed requisitions detailing general requirements, scope of work, and applicable standards.
- Compiled proposals outlining direct and indirect costs of mechanical works, maintaining tender documents for future reference.
Jr. Piping Engineer
CONSOLIDATED CONTRACTORS COMPANY (CCC)
Messaied Industrial City, Qatar
01.2006 - 02.2007
- Executed all working drawings as directed by superiors.
- Prepared material take-offs based on isometric drawings.
- Conducted inspections to verify compliance with standards and specifications.
- Supervised fit-up, erection of pipes, and tie-in connections.
- Facilitated Tool Box Meetings prior to commencing work.
- Created as-built drawings and weld mapping according to site conditions.
- Reviewed punch lists and test packages provided by clients.
- Delivered final documents and commissioning test packs for acceptance.
Cadet Engineer
REY-TECH CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Aplaya, Bauan, Batangas
04.2004 - 01.2005
- Executed all working drawings provided by superiors.
- Prepared material take-off based on isometric drawings.
- Conducted inspections to verify compliance with standards and specifications.
- Supervised fit-up, erection of pipes, and tie-in connections.
- Facilitated Tool Box Meetings prior to work commencement.
- Created as-built drawings reflecting site conditions and weld mapping for main system.
- Reviewed punch lists and test package items from clients.
- Finalized and handed over completed commissioning test packs and documents for approval.
Education
Registered Mechanical Engineer -
PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION
01.2001 -
Passed -
CIVIL SERVICE SUB-PROFESSIONAL
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
GOLDEN GATE COLLEGES
Skills
- Cost management and quantity surveying
- Claims and subcontractor management
- Knowledge of FIDIC contracts
- AutoCAD and PlanSwift proficiency
- Material take-off expertise
- Cost control team leadership (UAE & KSA)
- Cost planning and control
- BIM software utilisation
- Contractor performance evaluation
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Budgeting control
- Contractual dispute resolution
- Negotiation skills
- Value engineering
Projects
AMANA STEEL BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION LLC, ATLANTIC, GULF & PACIFIC CO. OF MANILA (AG&P), Goro Nickel Project MEP PROJECTS, Design and Build Service for Accommodations for AON, AGP at Bu-Hassa & TRT at Sahil, Construction of Schlumberger Ace Base Expansion in Abu Dhabi, DHL-AUH- Airport Gateway & Logistic Center in Abu Dhabi, New Regional Headquarters and R&D Center for Jotun Dubai, Design and Construct of Warehouses for AUH Ports at Kizad, Data Center & Offices for DU Telecom in Kizad, Abu Dhabi, Data Center & Offices for DU Telecom in Dubai Silicon Oasis, Construction of Dubai Skydive HQ Building at Dubai Harbor, Meadows Retail Development for EMAAR Mall Construction of fuel Farm Complex and Fuel Hydrant at Bahrain International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport North Aviation Fuel Depot Upgradation, Design Supply and Installation of Fuel Hydrant System in Sharjah International Airport, A380 Stand Expansion- Abu Dhabi International Airport, Jet Fuel Line for Southfield Abu Dhabi International Airport, Jet Fuel Line for Midfield Terminal Abu Dhabi International Airport, Design and Build of Nine Hardstands in Abu Dhabi International Airport, Construction of Aviation Fuel Storage Facility and Fuel Hydrant System of the Propose International Airport Matthanla Sri Lanka, General Aviation Area & Heliport in Dubai Airport (KKIA) KSA, Testing & Flushing of Fuel Hydrant Network in King Abdul Aziz International Airport (KKIA) KSA Dubai Hills Estate Chilled Water Network, Dubai South Residential Construction Infrastructure Package2 & 3, Replacement of Fuel Lines in Operating Depot, Dubai Military, Temporary Piping Erection; Client: UTE ABENER, Design Supply and Construction of TES Tank in Al Sowwah Island, Abu Dhabi, Erection and Assembly of Solar Module Panels; Client: UTE ABENER, Chilled Water Piping Network and Connection to ETS Room in Abu Dhabi, Construction of Diesel & Petrol Storage Tanks, Dubai Military, Construction of Bulk Storage Tanks, Dubai Military, Chilled Water Piping Network in Musaffa Abu Dhabi, Thermal Energy Storage Tanks (1 No.) in Musaffa, Abu Dhabi, Thermal Energy Storage Tanks (2 Nos.) in Dubai Motor City
Training
- Certified Cost Professional (CCP), ACCEI Institute
- CCS Training Amana Pipeline Construction Dubai, UAE 2014
- Occupational Safety and Health Safe Line Consultancy, Inc. Alpha Hotel, Batangas City, Philippines 2004
- Pressure Vessel Inspection Golden Gate Colleges Batangas City, Philippines 2003
- On-the-Job-Training QC Department Cocochem Bauan, Batangas 2003
Languages
English
Fluent
Certification
Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
Affiliations
Basketball, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Chess, Dart
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Cost Control/Sr. MEP Quantity Surveyor
AMANA STEEL BUILDINGS CONTRACTING LLC
10.2008 - 07.2025
Mechanical/Structural Estimator
SUMATEC RESOURCES BERHAD
02.2008 - 08.2008
Piping/Mechanical Estimator
ATLANTIC, GULF & PACIFIC CO. OF MANILA (AG&P)
05.2007 - 01.2008
Jr. Piping Engineer
CONSOLIDATED CONTRACTORS COMPANY (CCC)
01.2006 - 02.2007
Cadet Engineer
REY-TECH CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
04.2004 - 01.2005
Registered Mechanical Engineer -
PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION
01.2001 -
Passed -
CIVIL SERVICE SUB-PROFESSIONAL
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
GOLDEN GATE COLLEGES
Similar Profiles
AJAYKUMAR MUNIASAMYAJAYKUMAR MUNIASAMY
Civil Foreman at Amana Steel BuildingsCivil Foreman at Amana Steel Buildings
Amrutha PurushuAmrutha Purushu
PROJECT MANAGER at AMANA CONTRACTING AND STEEL BUILDING CO WLLPROJECT MANAGER at AMANA CONTRACTING AND STEEL BUILDING CO WLL
Maitrey TrivediMaitrey Trivedi
MEP Quality Control Engineer at Amana Contracting & Steel Building CompanyMEP Quality Control Engineer at Amana Contracting & Steel Building Company
Deva NandDeva Nand
Civil Engineer at Azizi Gardinia Construction Groups Of Company Llc.Civil Engineer at Azizi Gardinia Construction Groups Of Company Llc.
Deepa Chandrasekharan PillaiDeepa Chandrasekharan Pillai
Primary Mathematics Teacher & Coordinator at JSS International SchoolPrimary Mathematics Teacher & Coordinator at JSS International School