SARATH NAIR
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in project lifecycle management and crisis response preparedness. Demonstrates technical proficiency in LV & MV switchgear, complemented by tendering and site services experience in MV, LV, Busduct & Transformers. Known for exceptional decision-making capacity and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. Career aspirations include advancing technical leadership roles to drive innovation and efficiency within the industry.
Experienced project manager with focus on delivering complex projects within scope, time, and budget. Proven capability to lead cross-functional teams, streamline processes, and drive project success through strong communication and problem-solving skills. Adept at managing stakeholder expectations and mitigating risks to ensure project alignment with business objectives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Project manager- Complex projects
Schneider Electric
Dubai
12.2013 - Current
- Maintaining the P & L and progress reporting to Director
- Negotiate with the suppliers
- Identified risks, implemented mitigation strategies for secure project outcomes.
- Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
- Managing sub contractors, monitor and ensure the safety procedures
- Managed services projects throughout gulf region
- Support tendering team with lessons learned
- Make the offers for variation
Projects Handled:
Umm lulu MEES package 1& 2
Buhaseer MEES package 1 & 2
UZ750 EPC 3- ADNOC
Sr. Project Engineer
Petrofac
Sharjah, UAE
01.2009 - 11.2013
- Identified bottlenecks early on by implementing robust monitoring mechanisms, enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Applied technical knowledge for troubleshooting issues, minimised downtime during project execution.
- Spearheaded process improvements, contributed towards better quality control measures.
- Coordinated with various departments for smooth execution of projects.
- Site in charge for the closure of project
Projects Handled
Gas sweetening facilities in mesaieed & dukhan- Qatar
UZ750 EPC2 for ADNOC- Abu dhabi
Head of projects
Quick electric switchgear industries
Sharjah, UAE
04.2004 - 11.2009
- Overall In charge of design, Testing and commissioning
- Ensured timely delivery of projects by maintaining strict adherence to schedules.
- Liaised with stakeholders on a regular basis, ensuring alignment of expectations and deliverables.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Evaluated and resolved technical issues during the production phase.
Products Handled
LV SWGR upto 6000A, PLC panels, ATS, Synchronizing panels
Education
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics
NSK Ploytechnic
Tamilnadu/India 03.1993 - 04.1996
Skills
- Decision making capacity
- Project lifecycle expertise
- Crisis response preparedness
- Technical expertise in LV & MV swgr
- Tendering experience
- Site services experience in MV, LV, Busduct & Transformers
- PMP certification
- Vendor relationship maintenance
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Management
Timeline
Project manager- Complex projects
Schneider Electric
12.2013 - Current
Sr. Project Engineer
Petrofac
01.2009 - 11.2013
Head of projects
Quick electric switchgear industries
04.2004 - 11.2009
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics
NSK Ploytechnic
03.1993 - 04.1996