SRINIVASAN CHANDRAN
Dubai
Summary
Qualified Engineering Graduate specialized in Electrical & Electronics with 10+ years of progressive experience in physical security systems for critical infrastructure projects. Proven track record in managing system health audits, commissioning, and end-of-life (EOL) security projects while ensuring compliance to standards, supporting stakeholders, and maintaining operational excellence. Adept in cross-functional collaboration and vendor coordination across multi-site portfolios. Experienced in CCTV, Access Control, Networking, Servers and Switch Configurations, Fiber Optics Cabling, Budgeting & Cost Estimation Installation, Maintenance, Commissioning, Bench testing, Management of sites and End User Training.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Specialists & Projects Engineer
JOHNSON CONTROLS INTRL LLC
Dubai
07.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded MM$ security projects in the UAE region for both public and private sector, Managing communications and collaborations with clients, consultants, vendors, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
- Contributed to the commercial drafts with technical inputs, architectural designs and proposed the solutions for befitting physical security implementation.
- Concurrently managed multiple security programs with end-to-end project management, delivering projects intime and within budget.
- Conducted detailed project planning, including timelines, budget, and resources needed for successful implementation.
- Worked with Presales design team to develop the system design, including the layout, specifications, and requirements for ELV systems such as security, data, audio/visual, and other communication systems.
- Conducted field visits across multiple project sites to assess the health and compliance of physical security systems.
- Led security device lifecycle management, including EOL replacement planning and system upgrades.
- Reviewed and enhanced security Sows and implementation documents to meet project and client standards.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve non-compliance issues and maintain operational system readiness.
- Managed budget and ensuring that costs stay within the approved budget.
- Coordinated with project stakeholders for the all the prerequisite's before proceeding with project implementation.
- Managed vendors who supply ELV systems and ensured that the quality of their work meets project specifications.
- Managed project teams to ensure that the ELV systems are integrated with other systems and that the project is completed on time and within budget.
- Managed project risks and changes by developing mitigation strategies, ensuring smooth transitions, and maintaining alignment with stakeholder goals.
- Deployed commissioning team for testing and commissioning of ELV systems to ensure that they are functioning as per specifications.
- Engaged in Documenting all the necessary project Policy, Plan, Method statement, RA, Change Process & handover documentation, including Inspection reports, As - Built drawings, specifications, and manuals, are complete and up to date.
- Project closure: Facilitated formal project closure by obtaining the Taking over Certificate (TOC) and securing final payment approvals, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and stakeholder satisfaction.
Sr.Commissioning Engineer
METALLIC EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY
Abu Dhabi
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Responsible for the design development and hands-on installation of an assigned project in line with the technical design requirements.
- Supervised & Monitored the sub-contractor's construction & installation performance ensuring that works are completed on time and any necessary corrective actions are taken in such areas as safety, quality, planning and scheduling.
- Building up new account & maintain the relationship with customer/client.
- Development and participation in the site QA plan ensuring that the highest standards are consistently maintained by the sub-contractor.
- Monitored change control to ensure change requests are submitted and followed through in the correct and timely manner.
- Identification of Risks and Issues at an early stage, including them in the risk and issue log highlighting any potential impact.
- Development of a detailed schedule of work and where necessary highlighting critical resource requirements.
- Analysis of complex issues coordinating the resolution of any problems that arise, with limited supervision.
- Ensuring the correct permits (i.e.PTW) are in place prior to work commencing.
- Investigated damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, ensuring that the correct procedures are in place and being carried out at all times.
- Developed, executed and maintained technical submissions including HSE and Method Statements.
- Provided project related highlight and ad-hoc reports to the line management function on request.
Lighting Commissioning Engineer
REYNARD LIGTHTING
Dubai
11.2013 - 02.2016
- Reviewed lighting control system drawings, specifications, and commissioning plans.
- Carried out site inspections to verify installation quality before commissioning.
- Performed functional testing, programming, and calibration of lighting control systems (dimming, sensors, timers, daylight harvesting, emergency lighting, etc.).
- Integrated lighting systems with AV/ELV systems where required.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware, software, and wiring issues.
- Ensured energy efficiency optimization and compliance with design intent.
- Documented test results, commissioning reports, and punch list items.
- Provided technical training to end users, facility managers, and client representatives.
- Coordinated with MEP, ELV, and electrical contractors for smooth project delivery.
- Supported handover process including as-built documentation and O&M manuals.
Electrical Technologist
NOV
Calgary, Alberta
03.2012 - 05.2013
- Designed, Installed Electrical and Electronic Components in Data van Trailers.
- Interpreted schematic diagrams and blueprints.
- Assisted in Connection of accessories, such as relays, circuit breakers, plugs, condensers, switches and solenoids.
- Installed accessory assemblies in electrical or electronic units, using soldering gun and hand tools.
- Conducted functional and continuity tests of electronic assemblies.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Pondicherry University
01.2010
Postgraduate - Electronics Engineering
Centennial College
01.2012
High School - Computer Science
Petit Seminaire Hr. .sec School
01.2006
Skills
- Physical security system
- Health monitoring
- Compliance audits
- End-of-Life (EOL) project execution
- Move/Add/Change (MAC) project execution
- Security device troubleshooting
- System optimization
- Scoping
- Reviewing SoW
- System upgrades
- Installations
- Stakeholder engagement
- Vendor coordination
- Multi-site environments
- Access control systems
- Intrusion detection
- CCTV
- VMS
- Hanwha
- Milestone
- Genetec
- Digi fort
Certification
- Approved SIRA Engineer
- CCNA Certified (Layer 2 & Layer 3) / Cisco, HP, Allied Telesis, Brocade & DLink
- Genetec Certified Engineer in Omni cast & Access Manager
- Milestone Certified Engineer (Level 1 & Level 2)
- Hanwha Certified Engineer
- Axis Certified CCTV Engineer
- Hanwha systems certified in SSM Software's
- Lenel Trained Engineer
- SAFR Analytics System Certified
- CEM Access Control Certified
- Hikvision Certified CCTV Engineer
- EV Track Visitor Management systems
Skill Sets
- Physical security system, health monitoring & compliance audits
- End-of-Life (EOL) and Move/Add/Change (MAC) project execution
- Security device troubleshooting and system optimization
- Scoping & reviewing SoW for system upgrades and installations
- Stakeholder engagement and vendor coordination across multi-site environments
- Access control systems, intrusion detection, CCTV & VMS (Hanwha, Milestone, Genetec & Digi fort)
Timeline
Sr. Specialists & Projects Engineer
JOHNSON CONTROLS INTRL LLC
07.2019 - Current
Sr.Commissioning Engineer
METALLIC EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY
03.2016 - 06.2019
Lighting Commissioning Engineer
REYNARD LIGTHTING
11.2013 - 02.2016
Electrical Technologist
NOV
03.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Pondicherry University
Postgraduate - Electronics Engineering
Centennial College
High School - Computer Science
Petit Seminaire Hr. .sec School