Raghul Raman

• Led and supervised multiple renovation and fit-out projects, enhancing overall building aesthetics, functionality, and asset value.

• Successfully coordinated with stakeholders and landlords to deliver projects within strict timelines, ensuring 100% on-time completion.

• Collaborated with consultants and subcontractors to drive project execution, maintaining quality standards and cost control throughout the lifecycle.

• Managed end-to-end regulatory approvals including design submissions, stamped drawings, and authority clearances from Dubai Municipality (DM), Dubai Development Authority (DDA), Dubai Civil Defence (DCD), and Trakhees — ensuring full compliance for fit-out projects and insurance requirements.

• Assisted in project budgeting and cost planning, optimizing fund allocation and preventing budget overruns.

• Implemented preventive maintenance schedules that reduced equipment downtime and improved operational efficiency.

• Conducted system evaluations to identify upgrade opportunities, enhancing infrastructure reliability and performance.

• Facilitated high-level client meetings, translating complex technical requirements into clear, actionable plans to ensure stakeholder alignment and satisfaction.

• Ensured compliance with industry regulations and organisational standards across the division operation.
• Initiated cost reductions through smart budget allocation.

• Results-oriented Sales & Operations Manager with a proven record of generating AED 25+ Million in annual revenue (2021–2022) while driving operational excellence and sustainable profit growth. Successfully launched and scaled a new product line delivering 35%+ Gross Profit Margin in FY2022, strengthening overall business profitability.
• Extensive experience managing key accounts including Saif Bin Darwish, RAK Rock, Stevin Rock, and Premier International Projects LLC, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business growth across the UAE & GCC market.
• Strong expertise in sales strategy, operations management, cost optimization, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional leadership. Proven ability to streamline processes, reduce resource wastage, deliver projects within budget, and lead high-performing teams to consistently exceed sales targets and operational KPIs.
• A strategic thinker with hands-on leadership capability, focused on revenue expansion, margin improvement, operational efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction in competitive markets.
• Reduced overhead costs through efficient resource allocation and budget management.
• Led teams to achieve business objectives on time and within budget constraints.

• Directed development of specifications, progress reports, and quotations for key accounts.
• Led product demonstrations to end users, effectively presenting valves, pump parts, liners, actuator cylinders, CNC machined components, high precision engineering products, plastic moulding spares, hydraulic single, double and telescopic cylinders, dust and fume collectors, and air purifiers.
• Drove process enhancements by integrating advanced engineering techniques and technologies.
• Facilitated comprehensive understanding across teams by producing detailed specifications.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing advantageous terms and conditions.
• Collaborated closely with suppliers to ensure procurement of high-quality materials at competitive rates.
• Optimised overall project performance through strategic implementation of effective engineering solutions.

• Assisted in preparation of bid drawings and estimates for bid documents.
• Supported development of work plans and schedules, ensuring efficient material-work matrix.
• Evaluated sub-contracts and aided in selection of suitable sub-contractors.
• Monitored site execution and tracked daily progress reports for accuracy.
• Presented weekly progress reports to clients and consultants.
• Collaborated with leading consultants and main contractors across UAE.
• Helped prevent site delays by ensuring timely inspections.