Santhosh Kumar Kallekkad Jayaraman
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished Construction Project Manager with extensive expertise in MEP project management, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment. Proven track record in project planning and execution, installations and commissioning, and cost estimation accuracy. Adept at staff management, operations and maintenance, testing and inspection, and resource optimization. Demonstrated ability to oversee plant activities from conceptualization to execution while managing maintenance operations and continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in crisis management, resource allocation, site supervision, operational support, liaison and coordination, reporting and documentation. Committed to delivering high-quality construction projects with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.
Professional project management specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.
Offering strong foundation in project management with hands-on experience in coordinating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Knowledgeable about overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance, and liaising with stakeholders. Ready to use and develop leadership, problem-solving, and technical skills in MEP role.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEP manager
Arabian Construction Co.
Dubai, UAE
10.2005 - 01.2025
- Managed and delivered MEP systems covering mechanical, electrical and plumbing
- Managed daily interactions with subcontractors, streamlining workflows and enhancing project progress
- Managed subcontractor resources to ensure adequate availability for construction schedule
- Reviewed suppliers' proposals and technical data, recommending necessary changes
- Collaborated with clients, authorities, consultants and sub-contractors to meet construction timelines
- Advised consultants on drawing and material submittal approvals
- Managed operations, verifying service submissions and material deliveries
- Oversaw plant and equipment testing and commissioning, reviewed sub-contractors' ITPs and MSs
- Partnered with PQM to enhance operational efficiency
- Managed handover processes and delegated remedial tasks to relevant teams
- Managed AED3.2bn project including 68MW power networks and high-rise towers
- Managed landscape infrastructure MEP works for project including street lighting and utility networks
- Managed multidisciplinary team ensuring collaboration and efficiency
- Completed high-level substations installation for Princess Tower, the tallest residential project
- Oversaw construction of Emirates Airlines Headquarters and airport facilities in Dubai
- Managed collaborative efforts for timely project completion
- Formulated organisational policies to enhance administrative oversight and controls
- Managed MEP-related queries, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Directed administrative staff for efficient day-to-day functioning
- Directed MEP installations ensuring superior standards
- Created comprehensive project plans for seamless task management
- Monitored installation of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems ensuring high-quality outcomes
- Achieved project timelines with meticulous planning and delegation.
- Managed MEP installations to ensure top-quality results.
- Improved project efficiency by implementing advanced management techniques.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring smooth execution of tasks.
- Secured high-quality outcomes by monitoring the installation of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems closely.
- Liaised with stakeholders on MEP matters, enhancing communication flow.
Electrical Engineer
Trags Electrical Engineering & A/C Co.
Doha
11.2002 - 10.2005
- Rendered services as: Electrical Engineer for MEP projects based on high-rise tower structural buildings, sub-station, and plant rooms
- Electrical Estimation Engineer for MEP projects (high-rise tower structural buildings, sub-station, and plant rooms)
- Monitored the preparation of drawings, material submittals, dealt with consultant and execution of works up to commissioning stage
- Administered the preparation of Bill of Quantities, Quantity Surveying, Pricing, Document Preparation, Review of drawings, material submittals, dealing with consultants
Electrical / Instrumentation Engineer
Al-Arrab Contracting Co. Ltd.
Riyadh
11.1999 - 10.2002
- Major Project: ABB Substation and Saudi Arabian Consolidated Electric Company Projects in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- GPT National Guard Military Projects and Sub-station Projects, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Electrical Engineer in Testing & Commissioning Division
Kerala State Electricity Board
Palakkad, India
08.1997 - 11.1999
- Major Project: 110KV Sub-station, Kerala State Electricity Board, Kanjikode, Palakkad, Kerala, India
Lecturer in Electrical/Electronic Department
Universal Group of Institutions & NIIT Group
Palakkad, India
08.1995 - 11.1999
Electrical Engineer Trainee / Assistant Engineer Trainee (Operations & Maintenance Division)
Malabar Cements Ltd.
Palakkad, India
09.1996 - 07.1997
Electrical Engineer(Operations & Maintenance Division)
Kerala State Electricity Board
Palakkad, India
08.1995 - 08.1996
Education
B. Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
NSS Engineering
India 08.1991 - 08.1995
Skills
- MEP Construction Oversight
- Compliance Management
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- MEP Project Management
- Installation and Commissioning Procedures
- Budget Forecasting and Management
- Workforce Coordination
- Operations and Maintenance Management
- Inspection and Quality Assurance
- Optimized Resource Utilization
- Liaison and coordination
- Report Writing and Documentation
- Project Conceptualization and Execution
- Maintenance and operations coordination
- Expertise in Continuous Improvement
- Construction project component coordination
- Cost Estimation Efficiency
- Critical situation handling
- Resource Management
- Construction site management
- Operational Management Support
Certification
- PMP Certification, 06/22/13
- Supervisory License Holder with Grade 'B', Kerala State Licensing Board, India
Affiliations
Society of Engineers in UAE, 2012
Languages
English
Arabic
Hindi
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Z3580348
- Date of birth: 04/23/73
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
MEP manager
Arabian Construction Co.
10.2005 - 01.2025
Electrical Engineer
Trags Electrical Engineering & A/C Co.
11.2002 - 10.2005
Electrical / Instrumentation Engineer
Al-Arrab Contracting Co. Ltd.
11.1999 - 10.2002
Electrical Engineer in Testing & Commissioning Division
Kerala State Electricity Board
08.1997 - 11.1999
Electrical Engineer Trainee / Assistant Engineer Trainee (Operations & Maintenance Division)
Malabar Cements Ltd.
09.1996 - 07.1997
Lecturer in Electrical/Electronic Department
Universal Group of Institutions & NIIT Group
08.1995 - 11.1999
Electrical Engineer(Operations & Maintenance Division)
Kerala State Electricity Board
08.1995 - 08.1996
B. Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
NSS Engineering
08.1991 - 08.1995
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