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NABEEL CHOLLAPRA

NABEEL CHOLLAPRA

Sharjah

Summary

Obtain a challenging leadership position applying creative problem solving and lean management skills with a growing company to achieve optimum utilization of its resources and maximum profits.

Innovative, results oriented Project Quality Control with over Ten years of experience and a passion for building relationships and exceeding client and management expectations. Proven success in the areas of Quality Control, Fabrication, cost estimation, equipment selection, procurement and cost controlling of Desalination, Water treatment and Waste water treatment Projects. Holding bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Anna University of Tamilnad, India. Additional certification in Fire and Safety engineering. Strong skills in team building, communication and presentation, as well as inter-department and executive client relations and cost management. High-achieving management professional possessing excellent communication, organizational, and analytical capabilities. Devises innovative solutions to resolve business and technology challenges. Eager to advance business goals through careful team management Hands-on Project Manager recognized for flawless execution and finding solutions to complex problems. Communicative and reliable professional polished in developing scopes and objectives and maintaining comprehensive project documentation. Commended for unexcelled record of completing critical projects on schedule and within budget. Results-driven professional in project management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Excel at leadership, time management, and adaptability, ensuring projects meet objectives seamlessly. Dedicated Project Manager successful at work flow planning and staff retention strategies. Boosts productivity through innovative management and mentorship. Keen to apply new and emerging project organization techniques to increase overall performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

NARO WATER SOLUTIONS FZC
Sharjah
08.2021 - Current

Company Overview: NARO WATER SOLUTIONS has become one of the leading innovative solutions and service providers in the water and wastewater treatment field. NARO is an ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified company, servicing a wide range of industrial sectors, including Oil & Gas, Power, Petrochemical, Pharmaceutical, Food, Beverages, and Mining.

· Manage the project, taking into account integration across all areas.

· Review of Techno – Commercial Offer.

· Coordination and monitoring of engineering activities with all engineering disciplines to ensure the timely completion of all activities and deliverables during the various stages of multi-discipline projects.

· Preparation of purchase requisition, generating enquiries, equipment selection, participation in commercial negotiation with vendors, and review of purchase order created.

· Planning, tracking, and implementation of project plans within preset budgets and deadlines for.

· EPC projects.

· Responsible for the submission and approval of L1 to L3 schedules to execute the project on a timely basis.

· Generate periodical progress reports, like MPR and project CTC plan for the client and top.

· Management of operational activities.

· Understanding and checking of P&IDs, GADs, layouts, datasheets, piping layout, and isometrics, and quality documents.

· Manage site team members.

· Maintain project documentation as per industry standards and project specifications.

· Overall, the quality control of the project.

· Assist and report to the Project Manager when applicable.

· Providing assistance for pre-commissioning, commissioning of constructed facilities, and troubleshooting of the same, including coordination with OEM.

Project Engineer – Team Leader - Project Manager

Pact Engineering Fze.
Sharjah
06.2012 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: Pact is an ISO 9001:2008 accredited specialist manufacturer and supplier of industrial and municipal water and wastewater treatment equipment and plants.
  • Lead multidiscipline engineering team to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables.
  • Work on various project work scopes for offshore / onshore facilities.
  • Prepare Project Execution Plan.
  • Review and agree on Project execution procedures.
  • Participate and review project planning package for progress milestones and cost monitoring to ensure timely delivery of the Project.
  • Attend Kick-off meeting and subsequent Project progress meeting.
  • Attend design review such as P&ID review, Layout review, PDMS model review, HAZID/HAZOP and Constructability reviews.
  • Work with Independent verification Consultant and provide necessary inputs for the validation / certification of the design executed by EPCI.
  • Ensure resources are assigned properly for timely completion of the project.
  • Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
  • Prepared estimates and budgets.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Determined design criteria or specifications.
  • Developed project plans, budgets, and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Coordinated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Identified cost saving measures that could be implemented without compromising safety or quality standards during the project life cycle.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to obtain best pricing and maintain quality standards.
  • Developed and implemented project plans, schedules and budgets.
  • Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms and improve bottom-line results.
  • Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
  • Finished projects on time and within budget.

Mechanical Engineer -Piping

Larsen & Turbo Ltd
Mangalore
09.2010 - 04.2012
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements in mechanical designs.
  • Developed and maintained project documentation, including specifications, test reports, and user manuals.
  • Analyzed project requirements and designed solutions for complex engineering problems.
  • Led quality assurance efforts, including designing and executing test plans for mechanical systems.
  • Managed product development from concept through production, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
  • Provided technical support during production process by identifying solutions for operational problems.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of mechanical components.
  • Evaluated vendor capabilities in order to select suppliers for specific projects.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding materials used in production processes.
  • Performed root cause analysis of problems, documented faults in tracking system and generated daily reports.
  • Created conceptual design drawings for use in manufacturing and fabrication.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for mechanical failures and developed corrective action plans.
  • Maintained records of all activities related to piping and assembling
  • Estimated costs or submitted bids for engineering, construction or extraction projects.
  • Designed fixtures, tooling and experimental apparatus to assist with testing and manufacturing operations.
  • Reviewed contractors' schedules and submission of shop drawings and samples.

Education

ASNT Level II - RT,UT,MT & PT

Intescan Patroleum Institute
08-2010

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
Chennai,Tamilnadu
01.2010

Skills

  • Project management
  • Quality assurance
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Budget management
  • Risk assessment
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Contract negotiation
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Self motivation
  • Project estimation and bidding
  • Customer relations specialist
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Budget control
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Task prioritization
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Project closure
  • Project recovery
  • Logistics management

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Malayalam

Projects

Rehabilitation of three units of MSF desalination plants (22 MIGD capacity) and a remineralization plant for the MIRFA Power and Desalination Plant, Abu Dhabi, UAE 

Upgrade of the MED distiller for VTTI, Fujairah refinery, UAE 

50 CMD forward osmosis pilot plant for Modern Water, UK 

50 CMD solar-powered FO pilot plant for Mascara, Masdar, UAE 

4,000 CMD SWRO system for AHS Group International, Afghanistan

2000 CMD BWRO system for CESP, Coca-Cola, Kenya 

600 CMD MBBR system with sludge dewatering unit for Belleli Energy, Zadco Island, UAE 

100 CMD Chlorination Unit for ExxonMobil, Iraq 

1,500 CMD SWRO system for Aflak, Iran 

100 CMD GEM system for the oil and water separator system, Iraq Oil Ministry 

Borouge III (Abu Dhabi Polymers Co.) LTD.) For piping and HVAC systems, Hospira Healthcare, Vizag, is responsible for the WFI distribution system and the sterile manufacturing system

Wockhardt Pharma is responsible for the Effluent Treatment Plant and purified water system; Piramal Glass Limited, Gujarat, is responsible for the 45 TPD, 75 TPD, and 230 TPD plants relining project

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge.

Professional Highlights

  • NARO WATER SOLUTIONS FZC, UAE, Project Manager, 01/01/21, Develops and/or reviews standards, policies, and procedures and departments involved., Ensure compliance and adherence to all customers, regulatory and statutory requirements., Support the Group effort for continual project improvement in order to be recognized as a leader in project development and exicutions., Support the GQD in reporting the performance of the QMS to management., Support the management of the company’s ISO, ASME and other Certification., Manage the project delivery process and ensure that contractual obligations and responsibilities are fulfilled in all instances., Management of key relationships between the Group and its customers, suppliers and employees., Liaising and advising production management and suppliers on matters related to Project Quality and error prevention., Reporting & monitoring of facility production activity analyses with regard to quality and quality defects., Performance management of QC personnel and advising / assisting as required., Identify, develop & implement Project related training program., Approve timesheets, overtime, leave, expenses etc. of subordinates., Ensure compliance to HSES policies and procedures as applicable.
  • Pact Engineering Fze., Sharjah, UAE,

Project Engineer (02/01/12 to 02/30/15) => Senior Project Engineer  (03/01/15 - 26-06-2019)=>27-06-2019 - 05-30-2021):

Lead multidiscipline engineering team to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables., Work on various project work scopes for offshore / onshore facilities., Prepare Project Execution Plan., Review and agree on Project execution procedures., Participate and review project planning package for progress milestones and cost monitoring to ensure timely delivery of the Project., Attend Kick-off meeting and subsequent Project progress meeting., Prepare and maintain Project / Engineering Action list to resolve project issues and provide timely response to EPCI., Provide timely response to TQ’s & deviation request and maintain logs of the response., Attend design review such as P&ID review, Layout review, PDMS model review, HAZID/HAZOP and Constructability reviews., Work with procurement team for TBE approvals by company and monitor delivery of Equipment’s / bulk items as per the schedule., Work with Independent verification Consultant and provide necessary inputs for the validation / certification of the design executed by EPCI., Work with Third party certification consultant to validate and certify Procurement, Construction & Installation of the Project done by EPCI., Ensure resources are assigned properly for timely completion of the project., Ensure Safe working as per established company practices.

Personal Information

  • Father's Name: KUNHI MOHAMMED KUTTY CHOLLAPRA
  • Date of Birth: 10/12/86
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project Manager

NARO WATER SOLUTIONS FZC
08.2021 - Current

Project Engineer – Team Leader - Project Manager

Pact Engineering Fze.
06.2012 - 08.2021

Mechanical Engineer -Piping

Larsen & Turbo Ltd
09.2010 - 04.2012

ASNT Level II - RT,UT,MT & PT

Intescan Patroleum Institute

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Anna University
NABEEL CHOLLAPRA