BALAJI VIJAYAKUMAR
ABU DHABI,UAE
Summary
To obtain a responsible and challenging position in an organization where my skills and abilities can be utilized to the fullest and also to enhance my knowledge and skills which would help me achieve organizational goals. Driven professional with analytical skills and knack for problem-solving. Proficient in cost estimation and project management, with strong teamwork and communication abilities. Eager to contribute to impactful projects and achieve success in estimation engineer role.
Driven professional with keen aptitude for Estimation Engineering, combining analytical thinking and problem-solvinProficient in project management and cost analysis, delivering accurate and timely project estimates.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
ESTIMATION ENGINNER
BURAQ AC CONTACTING & GENERAL MAINTANCE LLC
ABU DHABI, UAE
2024.05 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments on potential projects, mitigating financial loss.
- Reviewed historical data for more precise future estimates.
- Developed comprehensive cost analysis for successful project bidding.
- Collaborated closely with design team to ensure feasible project budgets were set.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of construction industry trends and pricing fluctuations.
- Provided insightful feedback on proposed designs to optimise cost effectiveness.
- Coordinated with field engineers during site visits, gaining valuable insight into practical constraints.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders to clarify project specifications.
- Produced precise tender documents to secure new business opportunities.
- Analysed technical drawings for accurate materials quantification.
- Delivered thorough post-project analysis reports, identifying areas for improvement.
- Liaised regularly with clients regarding budget adjustments or changes in scope of work.
- Enhanced project efficiency by providing accurate cost and material estimates.
- Negotiated competitive prices from suppliers, achieving substantial cost savings.
- Streamlined procurement process with detailed estimation reports.
- Led team of junior estimators, enhancing overall productivity.
- Monitored actual costs against estimates throughout project lifespan, highlighting discrepancies promptly.
- Managed subcontractor tenders, ensuring best value was obtained for client.
- Evaluated project specifications to prepare accurate cost estimates.
- Prepared detailed quantity surveys and cost breakdowns for client presentations.
- Reviewed project drawings and specifications to identify potential cost savings.
- Analysed historical cost data to inform and improve future project estimates.
- Conducted material take-offs and sourced competitive supplier quotations.
- Collaborated with project teams to understand design requirements and constraints.
- Prepared preliminary project cost estimations at conceptual stage to guide decision-making.
- Documented technical specifications and requirements in alignment with company-established protocols.
- Analysed engineering project feasibility to support management decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, integrating engineering expertise with other areas of knowledge to achieve common goals.
- Estimated costs, scheduling requirements and labor needs to produce engineering designs.
- Used precise calculations to design internal components of optical systems.
- Enforced compliance with all health and safety measures, reducing worksite risks.
PROJECT/ESTIMATION ENGINEER
DOWNPAT ELECTROMECHANICAL LLC
DUBAI, UAE
2022.06 - 2024.05
- Assisted in reviewing project plans and specifications to understand work involved.
- Supported identification of materials, labour, and equipment needed for projects.
- Researched prices for materials, labour, and equipment.
- Helped prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Presented estimates to clients or project managers.
- Aided in negotiating pricing with vendors and suppliers.
- Revised estimates based on changes to project scope.
- Managed records of all estimates.
- Performed heat load calculations and selected HVAC equipment.
- Supported project handling and supervision.
- Monitored activities of team members and provided supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sree Sakthi Engineering College
Coimbatore-Tamil Nadu-India 2013.07 - 2017.04
Skills
- Airflow calculations
- VRF and DX chilled water systems
- Design and calculation of cold room and freezer chiller units
- Chilled water pipe selection and valves
- Duct design and flexible plenum selection
- Air outlet selection
- Electrical cable and breaker control panel selection
- Kitchen ventilation design
- Smoke management system design
- Staircase and lift pressurization design
- Preparation of BOQ
- HVAC systems for commercial buildings
- Plumbing and fire fighting knowledge
- Electrical and low current systems knowledge
- AutoCAD proficiency
- ANSYS 140 expertise
- HAP software skills
- MS Office proficiency
- PlanSwift experience
- Thermal engineering knowledge
- Estimating techniques
- Knowledge of construction methods
- Knowledge of building regulations
- Cost control strategies
- Quantity surveying experience
- Project budgeting
- Circuit design
LANGUAGES
English
Tamil
Malayalam
HOBBIES
Listening Music, Watching Movies, Playing Cricket & Hockey
PROJECTS
- G+1 Villa, Dubai Hills MEP PROJECTS,
- B+G+12 High Rise Building HVAC PROJECTS,
- Al Bateen Airport, Abu Dhabi HVAC PROJECTS,
- Maxzi Cafe, Al Zenia, Abu Dhabi. HVAC WORK,
- Daily Press Cafe-Abu Dhabi. HVAC WORK,
- VAPIANO, Al jimi Mall, Al Ain. HVAC WORK,
- Chili’s Restaurant, Al Jimi Mall-Al Ain. MEP WORK,
- Sushi Art &Rose Thai Restaurant-Galleria Mall, AUH.-HVAC WORK,
- Al Paca Animal Farm, AUH HVAC WORK.,
- Medi Clinic Hospital, Al Ain. HVAC WORK.,
- Dalma Mall, AUH HVAC PROVISION WORK,
- UAB-Dalma Mall, AUH HVAC PROVISION WORK.
- CRACKLE-HBZ Stadium-HVAC WORK.
- 33KVA ADNOC SUBSTATION BUILDING,HABSHAN,AUH-HVAC WORK.
- PILARASTUDIO-AL AIN-HVAC WORK.
DECLARATIONS
I hereby declare that the information and facts stated above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. And I assure that, I will do my job to the best of my ability, if I am appointed. Place: ABU DHABI Date: 2026-01-30 (BALAJI V)
COURSE COMPLETED
- MEP course on
- HVAC
- Fire Fighting
- Plumbing
Affiliations
- playing cricket
- lessoning Music
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
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Thursday
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Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
ESTIMATION ENGINNER
BURAQ AC CONTACTING & GENERAL MAINTANCE LLC
2024.05 - Current
PROJECT/ESTIMATION ENGINEER
DOWNPAT ELECTROMECHANICAL LLC
2022.06 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Sree Sakthi Engineering College
2013.07 - 2017.04