Bala Manikandan
Tamil Nadu
Summary
Working as Security system engineer with 7+ years of experience and extensive knowledge of CCTV, Access control and Visitor Management system installation, commissioning work as well as maintenance and operation activity. Also have valid UAE driving license.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Project Lead
Johnson Controls
09.2021 - Current
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and increasing overall team efficiency.
- Implemented best practices in documentation management systems that improved efficiency, accessibility, and security of project-related information.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
- Optimized resource utilization by accurately forecasting project needs and allocating resources accordingly throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality projects within budget and on schedule.
- Established strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals for the company.
- Saved costs on multiple projects by identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing cost-effective solutions.
- Facilitated clear communication between internal departments, ensuring all parties remained aligned on goals throughout the duration of each project.
- Developed comprehensive project plans that clearly outlined objectives, timelines, budgets, risks, and success metrics for all stakeholders.
- Improved overall team performance by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback to facilitate professional growth.
- Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies and improving team communication.
- Improved project outcomes with rigorous risk management processes.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure resources, optimizing budget allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline project delivery, ensuring alignment with client expectations.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to more efficient project workflows.
- Implemented technology solutions to automate repetitive tasks, boosting team productivity.
- Encouraged innovation among team members, leading to development of more effective project strategies.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing agile project management methodologies.
- Adapted project plans in response to changing requirements, minimizing disruptions to project timelines.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations, maintaining project integrity and client trust.
- Balanced multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus on priorities and deadlines.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scopes, aligning objectives with business goals.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all team members.
- Facilitated workshops for stakeholder engagement, ensuring buy-in and support for project initiatives.
- Oversaw development and execution of project timelines, significantly reducing delays.
- Mentored junior project managers, enhancing their leadership skills and project management capabilities.
- Leveraged project management software to enhance team communication and document sharing.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments, facilitating smoother project execution.
- Initiated quality assurance practices that resulted in higher client satisfaction rates.
- Established clear performance metrics, enabling more effective tracking of project progress.
- Conducted post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and opportunities for process enhancement.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Sr. Technician
Johnson Controls International LLC
11.2015 - Current
- Coordinate with clients and attend to service calls and ensure rectification of faults based on service level agreement.
- Coordinate with client and plan preventive maintenance visits and ensure the system has been thoroughly checked & required services are done
- Ensure Safety standard with required PPE being implemented with self and the team on the day to day activities like reactive maintenance visits and PPM service visits.
- Prepare PPM reports and take acknowledgement from the client
- Provide technical support to the sales staff as and when required
- Coordinate with product Technical Support, in term of of High level technical assistance require in troubleshooting and configurations
- Routinely meeting customers to address any issues related to installed or maintaining systems and ensure customer satisfaction is achieved
- Handle multiple retrofit projects including sub-contractor coordination, material arrangements, testing and commission and project handover.
- Performs value engineering to provide cost effective results while executing the project
- Liaise with security consultants and preparation of project documents like material submittal, Shop drawing and obtaining approvals
- Liaise with Government Authority (SIRA) and raise inspection for customers and obtain approval.
- Providing 24x7 service, if any Emergencies call outs
- Pull through business opportunity from Client
Site Supervisor
First Choice Security solutions
08.2014 - 09.2015
- Survey, design, specify, and configure analog, digital CCTV system.
- Upgrade existing analog to digital CCTV system as needed
- Establish working relationship with vendors and contractors pertaining to CCTV system
- Planning, executing and monitoring the project daily progress
- Prepared contractor’s proposal and final invoices for completed project
- Maintain project records
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
AKP polytechnic collage
01.2012
Skills
- Solid understanding of video surveillance systems and related technologies
- Experienced with Axxonsoft analytic tools
- Experienced in client relationship management
- Team leadership in project execution
- knowledge of IPv4 network configuration
- Ability to Manage multiple task
- Proactive and keen to take on new challenges
- Work Effectively Under Pressure
Certification
Security Industry Regulatory Agency, SIRA (System Technician)
Timeline
Project Lead
Johnson Controls
09.2021 - Current
Sr. Technician
Johnson Controls International LLC
11.2015 - Current
Site Supervisor
First Choice Security solutions
08.2014 - 09.2015
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
AKP polytechnic collage