Hi, I’m
SAI VENKATA SUBBA RAO .S
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented Quantity Surveying & Commercial Manager with over 13 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in residential, commercial, hospital and infrastructure projects in India, Africa and UAE. Proven expertise in all aspects of the construction lifecycle, including tendering, estimation, Pre-contracts, Post contracts, Cost Control, Billing, Variations, and project financial management. Recognized for leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Seeking challenging roles in dynamic organizations to drive growth and success.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sobha Constructions LLC.Dubai, UAE
Manager - Costing & Commercial
06.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented Invoice Tracker and Stream lined all Bill receipts and certification and Payments.
- Suggested Tender event Schedule to Streamline Material and Contractor Procurement delays.
- Variations - Preparation, Submission and Got Approval for Approx. 24 Million AED.
- SC Variations - received, Validated and resulted Savings of AED 6.4 Million.
- Involved in Sobha reserve Project - 340 Nos of Villas with Project Value of AED 1.2 Billion
Sumadhura Infracon (P) LimitedHyderabad, India
Manager – Quantity Survey & Commercial
04.2022 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Prepared and validated Master BOQs for projects ranging from G+14 to G+52 floors, valued at INR 2900 Crore.
- Reduced variations in BOQs to 2% through meticulous cost planning and validation processes.
- Streamlined BOQ validation and reconciliation workflows, reducing processing time by 15%.
- Ensured accurate project execution by verifying and approving work orders.
- Managed project cash flows, optimizing expenditure validation and control.
- Reduced billing errors to 3.5% by introducing advanced commercial reports and trackers.
- Led ERP migration to SAP, optimizing processes and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted training workshops and launched mentorship programs to enhance team skills and career growth.
- Contributed to policy reviews and amendments for organizational development.
SSI Contractors India Pvt. LimitedHyderabad, India
Manager – Quantity Survey & Commercial
03.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Managed construction of Phoenix H10, 2-tower, 18-floor IT building valued at INR 50 Crore.
- Prepared Running Account Bills, monthly work statements, and reconciled sub-contractor bills.
- Conducted material reconciliations, improving inventory tracking and cost control.
- Validated client billings with 4.6% accuracy variance and ensured timely invoicing.
- Developed invoice schedules and forecasted future bills.
- Prepared Engineering BOQs, including non-tender items, to align with design changes.
Sri Ayyappa Constructions LimitedKampala
Manager – Quantity Survey & Tendering
09.2018 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Successfully handled asphalt roads, warehouses, and industrial projects worth INR 132 Crore.
- Secured contracts for asphalt and gravel roads, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
- Managed tendering processes, prepared cost estimates, and negotiated bids.
- Delivered 22% average profit margins on all projects.
- Coordinated with government agencies for approvals and contract formalities.
- Supervised material procurement, reconciliations, and contract amendments.
- Key Projects:
- Buddo & Nabingo Access Roads (6.6 km): UGX. 21.20 Billion (INR 41.96 Crore).
- 14 Warehouses – King Albert Distilleries: UGX. 24.8 Billion (INR 49.06 Crore).
- Bukalasa Agricultural College Facilities: UGX. 8.86 Billion (INR 17.53 Crore).
- Market Street, Taxi Park Roads: UGX. 7.60 Billion (INR 15.03 Crore).
- Distillers Factory – Brigade Distilleries: UGX. 4.3 Billion (INR 8.50 Crore).
Total Environment Building Systems Pvt. LtdHyderabad
Senior – Quantity Surveyor
02.2017 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Managed "The Meadow Dance" residential project (110 villas, INR 300 Crore).
- Controlled project budgets, validated subcontractor bills, and managed material reconciliations.
- Utilized SAP ERP for generating service orders and approvals.
- Performed vendor evaluations, rate analyses, and ensured compliance with budgets.
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Pvt. LtdHyderabad
Engineer - Quantity Survey
12.2013 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Project 01: TCS IT Techno Park - SEZ | Adibatla SEZ, Hyderabad | INR 345 Crore
- Prepared and verified Running Account Bills (RABs) and monthly Work Done Statements for subcontractor payments, maintaining average billing volume of INR 6 Crore/month.
- Generated Service Orders (SOs) and Work Orders (WOs) in SAP ERP, ensuring seamless vendor approvals and order processing.
- Conducted material reconciliations to track and manage consumption of major materials, reducing wastage and improving cost efficiency.
- Assisted in preparation and approval of Non-Tender Items (NT items), revising BOQs to accommodate design changes.
- Project 02: BCTMP Plant & Its Auxiliaries | ITC Paper Mill, Telangana, India | INR 45 Crore
- Prepared and validated monthly Running Account Bills and Work Done Statements, averaging INR 3.8 Crore/month.
- Monitored material procurement and reconciliations, ensuring precise inventory management and reducing procurement delays.
- Developed and submitted invoice schedules aligned with project milestones, ensuring timely billing and cash flow management.
- Supported preparation and approval process of Non-Tender Items (NT items), contributing to contract amendments and cost variations.
Kanakadhara Ventures Pvt. LtdHyderabad
Trainee Engineer
06.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Measured executed quantities and maintained M-books for records.
- Site Execution.
Education
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological UniversityIndia
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
01.2010 - 01.2013
Loyola Polytechnic CollegeIndia
Diploma in Civil Engineering
01.2007 - 01.2010
Skills
- Project Estimation & Budgeting
- Cost Planning & Cost Control
- Quantity Surveying & Commercial
- ERP & SAP Implementation
- Tendering & Bidding Management
- Leadership & Team Development
- Process Optimization
Accomplishments
- Approved project budgeting worth INR 3000 Crore, completed with 2% variation.
- Improved billing processes, reducing errors by 20%.
- Led SAP ERP migration and mentored teams of 17+ professionals.
- Won 3 out of 8 bids in Q3 & Q4 2019, strengthening revenue pipeline.
- Successfully collaborated with international clients for contract finalization.
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. Date: Place: Hyderabad, India
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Upper intermediate
Telugu
Native
Timeline
Manager - Costing & Commercial
Sobha Constructions LLC.
06.2025 - Current
Manager – Quantity Survey & Commercial
Sumadhura Infracon (P) Limited
04.2022 - 05.2025
Manager – Quantity Survey & Commercial
SSI Contractors India Pvt. Limited
03.2021 - 03.2022
Manager – Quantity Survey & Tendering
Sri Ayyappa Constructions Limited
09.2018 - 10.2020
Senior – Quantity Surveyor
Total Environment Building Systems Pvt. Ltd
02.2017 - 08.2018
Engineer - Quantity Survey
Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Pvt. Ltd
12.2013 - 01.2017
Trainee Engineer
Kanakadhara Ventures Pvt. Ltd
06.2013 - 12.2013
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
01.2010 - 01.2013
Loyola Polytechnic College
Diploma in Civil Engineering
01.2007 - 01.2010