MS - Projects
KARTHIKA R
Project Engineer
Flat No. 211, Azure Residences, 97 Benna St, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai.
Summary
Accomplished Engineer with a proven track record at work, mastering contracts management and strategic planning along with strong background in project management and technical expertise, ready to lead and support complex engineering initiatives. Known for collaborative approach, problem-solving skills, and adaptability to evolving project requirements. Highly skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and excelled in client interface and effective coordination, significantly enhancing project delivery. Demonstrates a strong blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills. Trusted team player focused on driving impactful outcomes and meeting organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Engineer - Projects
Reem Emirates Aluminum LLC, On Site@A4 IL PRIMO
03.2019 - 01.2023
- Project Kickoff / Contracts;
- Review of Contract, Technical Specifications.
- Monitoring site on daily basis, Site walks.
- Liaising with Design / Technical / Production / Site team to highlight the project requirements, specifications, BOQ, budgets.
- Review of comments for material submissions.
- Review of IFC, Shop drawings & Fabrication drawings.
- Review of Contractual letters and preparing draft letters as per site status. (FIDIC)
- Forecasting cash flow as per baseline and project status.
- Preparation of Manpower Histograms.
- Site Activities / Project Techno Commercial;
- Preparation of daily Facade status updates to clients.
- Review of supervisors daily reports.
- Review of MIR / WIR for submission of Monthly IPA's.
- Preparation of Site hindrance reports for any site obstructions to facade scope of works.
- Preparation of look ahead programs in coordination with PM.
- Coordination with Design, Production for FWR releases.
- Daily logistic planning for deliveries and installation.
- Cost Control monitoring in accordance with budgets.
- Coordination with Clients/ Suppliers/ Sub contractors as and when required.
Project Controls Engineer
White Aluminium Enterprises LLC
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Project Kickoff / Contracts;
- Same as above mentioned scope of works.
- Project Planning / Project Controls;
- Preparation assistance to planners for Base line programs in Primavera.
- Preparation of Micro Programs for activities such as Design, Procurement, Production, Installation in MSP.
- Coordination with Site team/PM's for updating daily project activities & Weekly updation to PM's with look ahead Project schedules.
- Coordination with Design, Production, Procurement, Site team for monitoring and to meet the timelines as per the Baseline, Budgets & BOQ.
- Cost Control monitoring in accordance with budgets.
- Guidance to Billing Er. based on MIR & WIR for submission of monthly progressive invoices.
Junior Engineer - Projects
Dubai Metal Industries LLC
03.2017 - 06.2018
- Project Initiation / Contracts, Project Planning / Coordination / Production;
- Same as above mentioned company responsibilities.
- Design;
- Review of IFC/ Shop Drawings/ Fabrication Drawings in accordance with BOQ & Project Requirements to prepare Variations Quantity take offs with respect to Shop drawing release & Actual Fabrication drawings and submission to Estimation for pricing.
- Client Interface;
- Communication with Clients to obtain their Requirements.
- Cost Control / Budgets / QS & Billing;
- Forecasting Cash Inflow/Outflow for Project based on the Base line program.
- Review of Purchase Request in line with BOQ and Budgets.
- Site Controls / Sub Con Activities;
- Regular site Visits & Inspection to monitor the site status & requirements.
- Monitoring & Follow up Subcontractors for timely deliveries.
Structural Engineer
Alufit (India) Pvt Ltd.
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Design & Analysis of Curtain wall systems, skylights, ACP Panels, scaffolding’s in STAAD Pro.
- Preparation of Structural Calculation report for consultancy approval.
- Structural Adequacy check based on ASTM standards.
- Design Drawing Reviews in Auto-CAD & Highlighting hard copies.
- Calculation of Mass properties for structural check of Profiles.
- Preparation of Responses to structural comments from consultants.
- Concept design verification & Tender stage preliminary verification's.
- Finite Element Analysis.
- Specialized for Seismic Analysis of structures based on IS & Other standards as per client specifications.
Structural Engineer
Creators Engineers & Interiors Private Ltd.
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Preparation of Design Basis Report.
- Preparation of Quantity Estimation.
- Preparation of calculation documents.
- Working with STAAD.PRO.
- STAAD modeling and load application.
- Load balancing calculations.
- Generation of Load combinations.
- Strength and Serviceability check.
- Structural Adequacy check & Stabilization
- Finite Element Analysis.
- Seismic Analysis in Staad & Manual Calculations.
- Experience in working with AutoCAD.
Guest Lecturer
Hindustan University
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Staad Pro - Theory & Practical
- Strength of Materials (Theory).
- Repair & Rehabilitation of Structures (Theory).
Design Engineering Intern
Larsen & Toubro Constructions
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Comparative Finite Element Analysis of RCC & Pre-stressed concrete structures.
- Design and Analysis in Staad Pro, Etabs and Safe Software
Education
Master of Technology - Structural Engineering
Hindustan University
Chennai, Tamilnadu, India 07.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Engineering - B.E Civil Engineering
Prince Shri Venkateshwara - Anna University
Chennai, Tamilnadu, India 08.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
- Communication Skills
Client Interface
Effective Co-ordinations
Cash Flow preparation & Achieving Billing Targets
Contracts Management
MS Office
Strategic Planning
Design Drawing Reviews
Time Mangement
Excellent Team player
Research & Development
Software
Staad Pro
Auto Cad
Revit Architecture
Publications
Certification
Contracts Management and Administration based on FIDIC Standards training Program certified by 3-Fold Education Centre, Al Karama, Dubai, UAE.
Interests
1 Project coordination for monthly and yearly Billing projections
2 Effective negotiation with Sub Contractors & achieved savings of 05 Million overall in materials such as Glass, Barrisol Sheets, Sonaboard in the year 2017
3 Procurement achievement by finding subcontractor for weathering steel Rust protector coating for Museum Project, in Abudhabi
4 Close & Effective coordination with clients to obtain sub contract Agreements to get it signed and submitted by both parties
Additional Information
Professional Ethics, Effective communication, Giving & Receiving Feedback, Setting up SMART Goals, Emotional Quotient Balance programs, IQ & Logical Thinking, Social welfare, Health & Personal - care.
Playing tennis, Dance.
Timeline
Engineer - Projects
Reem Emirates Aluminum LLC, On Site@A4 IL PRIMO
03.2019 - 01.2023
Project Controls Engineer
White Aluminium Enterprises LLC
08.2018 - 02.2019
Contracts Management and Administration based on FIDIC Standards training Program certified by 3-Fold Education Centre, Al Karama, Dubai, UAE.
02-2018
Junior Engineer - Projects
Dubai Metal Industries LLC
03.2017 - 06.2018
Structural Engineer
Alufit (India) Pvt Ltd.
10.2016 - 02.2017
Auto Desk Certified BIM Course completion in Revit Architecture
06-2016
Structural Engineer
Creators Engineers & Interiors Private Ltd.
05.2015 - 06.2016
Master Diploma in Building Designing (AutoCAD, Revit architecture, STAAD. Pro, Primavera, MSP, PPM - planning and project management, Ansys Civil) course in CADD Center.
01-2015
Guest Lecturer
Hindustan University
06.2014 - 03.2015
Master of Technology - Structural Engineering
Hindustan University
07.2013 - 05.2015
Design Engineering Intern
Larsen & Toubro Constructions
01.2013 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - B.E Civil Engineering
Prince Shri Venkateshwara - Anna University
08.2009 - 05.2013
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