Murugavel M

• Preparing comprehensive cost estimations for civil and mechanical work for infrastructure and water projects Sector (Cross country pipeline (DI, GRE, GRP, Carbon steel, and HDPE), Water reservoir, Water treatment, Desalination project, and Layout infrastructure development project)
• Adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders and implementing effective tender strategies
• Proven expertise in analyzing tender documents, project specifications, and BOQs to ensure precise estimations in line with industry standards
• Key Achievements: Successfully submitting bids for water projects across diverse regions, including the UAE (DEWA, ADWEA, TRANCO, ADDC, EWA, GS Inima, SIDEM, SEPCOIII), Bahrain (EWA, SIDEM, FEMCO), Saudi Arabia (NEOM, SWCC), Oman, Sri Lanka, and Africa
• Secured major contracts totaling $259 million in the last five years
• Notable projects include DEWA RFX 41A Pipeline project ($110 million) Cross country pipeline, Bahrain Desalination Project Civil work ($22 million), and NEOM Circular City Reservoir project ($127 million)
• Registration and Prequalification: Successfully pre-qualified with prestigious entities including ADEWA, NEOM, EWA, DEWA, ORASCOM, and AD Ports, among others, through effective liaison and documentation management
• Tender Document Analysis: Thoroughly analyze tender documents, encompassing drawings, project specifications, BOQ, scope of work, and contract details
• Prepare comprehensive tender study reports ensuring alignment with management tender board standards for submission approval
• Quantities Take Off and Vendor Interaction: Analyze tender BOQ and delegate quantities take-off responsibilities to a proficient team
• Engage vendors/subcontractors to secure competitive quotations, strategizing tender approaches through meticulous market analysis
• Project Scope Expertise: Spearhead bidding endeavors for diverse water projects, including Water Transmission Pipeline, Sewage Treatment Plants, Water Treatment Plants, Desalination Projects, Concrete Reservoirs, Steel Tanks, Water Stations, and Layout Infrastructure Development
• Collaboration with Team: Facilitate seamless coordination with cross-functional departments such as Design, MEP, Planning, Construction, and Purchase, garnering essential inputs for tender submissions
• Resource and Man-Hour Calculation: Determine requisite direct cost resources for diverse project activities, meticulously calculating man-hours for efficient project execution
• Technical Clarifications and Site Visits: Provide precise technical clarifications addressing discrepancies within tender documents, effectuating necessary alterations post-review
• Actively participate in pre-tender meetings, conduct thorough site visits, and meticulously document project scope findings in comprehensive reports
• Vendor Evaluation and Selection: Assess vendor technical and commercial proposals vis-a-vis project specifications and standards, preparing comparative statements to facilitate informed vendor selection and contributing to the financial selection process
• Bid Document Preparation: Prepare meticulous bid documents encompassing both commercial and technical submittals, ensuring compliance with tender requirements
• Compile vendors' technical data sheets, specifications, and drawings for comprehensive technical bid submissions
• Post-Tender Coordination: Coordinate post-tender technical and commercial clarifications, leveraging negotiation skills to secure competitive pricing in collaboration with clients and vendors
• Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: Provide essential support to project and procurement teams post-award, particularly during the project's initial phase
• Undertake Budget Pre-Start Estimate (PSE) preparations and meticulously review monthly Work Done values against PSE for effective budget management
• Key Skills: Cost Estimation Tender Analysis Vendor Evaluation Quantities Take Off Stakeholder Collaboration Technical Clarifications Bid Document Preparation Post-Tender Coordination Negotiation Skills

Name of the Project: - Bahrain LNG Import Terminal Project.

• Site surveillance and inspections for prefabrication.
• Monitoring the Site Progress and target time.
• Created detailed survey reports outlining possible issues and recommended solutions.
• Executing site activities like Rebar, Shuttering, and Concreting works in accordance with approved method statements.
• Material inspection as per the approved ITP.
• Loading platform.
• Slab T beams.
• Formwork for pile cap.
• Trestle - PT Beams.
• Accropodes type 3.

Name of the Project: - Al Amerat Wastewater Project Contract A1- Client -Haya Water-Consultant -NJS

The scope of work includes the design, building, operation, & maintenance of the Al Amerat Wastewater Treatment Plant, pumping stations, and treated effluent works.

• Worked as a Lead Engineer for the construction of a 18 MLD Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Generated forecasts and developed project schedules in alignment with project requirements.
• Managed budgeting and cost control for water-retaining structures.
• Extracted quantities from IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings.
• Identified necessary resources, assigned responsibilities, and coordinated with project personnel, both directly and indirectly, to ensure the successful project completion.
• Oversaw and coordinated all aspects of site mobilization, from project commencement to completion, while fostering strong client and consultant relationships and gaining a deep understanding of project scope.
• Executed the construction of pre-cast concrete segments for box pushing and wadi crossings.
• Executed the construction of HDPE Pipelaying work for Sewage and TE pipeline.
• Provided management, coordination, and supervision for project teams, contractors, subcontractors, and specialist consulting engineers.
• Conducted steel structural fabrication and erection works for superstructures.
• Reviewed project plans and proposals, collaborating with management to establish project objectives, define project phases, and sequence project stages.
• Conducted material take-offs and managed monthly sub-contractor billing and reconciliation.
• Prepared and distributed project descriptions and timelines.
• Demonstrated proficiency in civil engineering principles, practices, and methods, including compliance with environmental regulations, and applied effective engineering project management techniques while maintaining workplace safety standards.
• Facilitated materials and resources forecasting and procurement processes.
• Provided support to planning engineers in generating project reports and assisting with project planning.

Projects Handled.

• Strom Water Drain Project, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.
• Jamnagar Sewage Treatment Project- Jamnagar-Gujarat

Project Handled.

• Gujarat Pumped Water Supply Project NC-25.
• Limbdi Distributors Canal Project- Gujarat.
• Pranahita –Chevella Lift Irrigation Scheme, Link Iv-Package 10 On EPC Contract
• Devadula Lift Irrigation Project. of 10cums and 14 cums capacity Phase-1 and Phase-2, on EPC Contract. (Carbon steel Pipe laying work, Intake structure construction, Reservoir and Earthen tank)
• Tirupur Bulk Water Supply Project, Tirupur. of 250 MLD capacity, on EPC-1 Contract. (Carbon steel Pipe laying work, and WTP structure construction)
• Led the execution of a wide range of water projects, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Coordinated contractors, subcontractors and labourers to deliver on projects.
• Estimated labour and material requirements to enable accurate budget planning.
• Increased safety ratings by identifying and resolving severe structural issues.
• Achieved high levels of client satisfaction by leading and proactively contributing to project progress meetings.
• Understood environmental project impacts to plan appropriate eco-friendly solutions.
• Managed cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Maintained strong client relationships through effective communication and project transparency.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory and environmental standards in all projects.
• Identified and mitigated project risks, ensuring the smooth progression of initiatives.