KAVITHA SANKARAN
Chennai,Tamil Nadu
Summary
Highly skilled professional with 23+ years of experience in the waterproofing and construction chemicals industry. Expertise in PU & Epoxy coatings, grouting, structural strengthening, and rehabilitation works. Proven track record in project management, contracts, budgeting, vendor handling, and technical sales support. Recognized for delivering projects within budget and timeline, streamlining processes, and strengthening client/vendor relationships. Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive business growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Contracts
Padmaja Systems and Services Pvt. Ltd.
2006 - Current
- Lead planning, project management, operations, purchasing, budgeting, and MIS reporting.
- Manage project budgets, scheduling, cost control, and execution.
- Oversee marketing, tendering, estimation, and contract finalization.
- Prepare monthly management reports, including cash flow projections.
- Coordinate with contractors, purchase team, and accounts department.
- Conduct regular site visits to ensure quality and compliance.
- Handle material reconciliation, subcontractor bills, and labor reports.
- Prepare cost analysis, tender documents, and rate comparisons.
- Estimate extra works and custom requirements for clients.
Education
B.E. - Civil Engineering
SSLC - 10th Standard
Diploma - Civil Engineering
05.2001
Skills
- Waterproofing & Structural Rehabilitation
- Project Planning & Execution
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Contracts & Vendor Management
- Technical Sales & Market Development
- Client Relationship Management
- MIS Reporting & Documentation
- Tendering & Estimation
- Resource Optimization & Team Leadership
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
Accomplishments
- Successfully completed multiple projects within budget and deadlines.
- Reduced planning time through implementation of an efficient resource determination system.
- Improved vendor management, resulting in faster delivery and cost savings.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective, high-quality materials.
- Streamlined project operations by integrating planning, contracts, purchasing, and budgeting functions.
Timeline
SSLC - 10th Standard
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Senior Manager – Contracts
Padmaja Systems and Services Pvt. Ltd.
2006 - Current
B.E. - Civil Engineering
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