Velavan Krishnan Murugan

• Completed scheduled services and installations, as well as preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Produced AutoCAD drawings for design and manufacture of assets.
• Managed and executed engineering projects from conception to completion, adhering to strict timelines and budget constraints.
• Supported management decision-making with expert-level technical guidance.
• Monitored KPIs and implemented swift change management to address potential delays.
• Documented technical specifications and requirements in alignment with company-established protocols.
• Delivered project presentations to clients and stakeholders to illustrate details and requirements.
• Proposed engineering solutions to address project challenges and foster on-time completion.

• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Established project timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and meet project deadlines.
• Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
• Monitored project progress and performance metrics, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Conducted post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement, implementing process enhancements as needed.
• Prepared Engineering deliverables schedule discipline-wise using Primavera P6.
• Prepared EDDR deliverable progress, weekly & monthly reports, weekly plan for respective disciplines, Look Ahead plan, Daily deliverable track sheet, etc.
• Managed budget, spent hours, costs, and documents, raised invoices to the client based on achieved progress.
• Coordinated end-to-end engineering activities, vendor inputs, and supported the engineering team to achieve targets.

• ed BIM engineering and management efforts, collaborating with clients and other trades to ensure project success.
• Developed and maintained BIM standards, protocols, and procedures for the project team.
• Provided technical support and training to project team members on BIM software and technologies.
• Communicated with project stakeholders on BIM progress, issues, and solutions.
• Stayed updated with the latest BIM technologies and software, recommending new tools or techniques to improve project outcomes.
• Prepared conversion of models into different formats (.rvt, .ifc, .nwc, Tekla) and ensured required BIM attributes/parameters were incorporated as per project requirements.
• Attended final BIM model closeout meetings with clients and followed up with BIM subcontractors to provide necessary information/details required for submissions.
• Conducted clash detection meetings with clients, resolving clashes using Naviswork & Tekla, and constructing clash-free models.
• Prepared and issued planning packages as per contractual terms & conditions, ensuring schedule milestones were achievable.
• Developed S Curve and Manpower histogram to verify achievability, and maintained schedule validity throughout the project duration.
• Prepared monthly cash flow and resources histogram, coordinated management and site teams for Extension of Time claims, and maintained Master Deliverable Register.
• Participated in raising Change Requests/Change Orders, project phasing & planning, and prepared weekly/monthly project reports.
• Verified as-built schedules for accurate completion dates upon project completion.

• Spearheaded the development, implementation, and enforcement of BIM standards, ensuring compliance across projects.
• Prepared LOD (Level of Detail) models at different levels to support BIM processes and requirements.
• Acted as a key liaison between architects, clients, and civil engineers, facilitating communication and coordination.
• Merged civil, MEP, and architectural models into structural steel models for clash review, raising RFIs to resolve clashes promptly.
• Attended weekly BIM meetings, addressing client queries and ensuring project alignment with BIM objectives.
• Utilized Navisworks and Tekla to identify and resolve structural steel clashes, constructing clash-free models.
• Provided guidance to modelers for steel modeling based on site survey data, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Served as a bridge between construction teams and headquarters by providing digital project status updates.
• Conducted weekly coordination meetings with project team members to ensure alignment and progress tracking.

• Managed environmental studies and permits in collaboration with SA government departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conducted cost budget reviews and obtained approvals, ensuring effective allocation of resources throughout project lifecycle.
• Oversaw the appointment of engineers and facilitated the transition from conceptual design to construction design, ensuring seamless project progression.
• Produced tender enquiries for subcontract packages and facilitated the placement of subcontract orders for construction elements, optimizing procurement processes.
• Led site establishment activities, coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure smooth project initiation.
• Developed comprehensive plans for engineering and construction phases, optimizing project timelines and resource utilization.

• Interpreted and studied construction and technical drawings to understand project requirements.
• Prepared project schedules, plans, and technical specifications according to client's requirements, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Ensured timely availability of manpower for the smooth execution of projects, coordinating with HR and project teams as needed.
• Prepared Material Takeoff (MTO) using Tekla models and raised purchase requests for material procurement through the procurement manager.
• Checked that all client comments were incorporated into project documentation, maintaining adherence to client specifications.
• Managed, monitored, and interpreted contract design documents supplied by the client/architect, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Oversaw the preparation and delivery of all project drawings and related documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitated the flow of information between team members and project participants to ensure effective project communication and coordination.

• Prepared project engineering schedules and circulated them to all team leaders, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Utilized TEKLA models to prepare Project Material Takeoff (PMTO) and raised purchase requests for material procurement through the procurement manager.
• Submitted all engineering documents to clients for approval, ensuring compliance with project requirements and specifications.
• Reviewed design calculations as per client requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Updated design and detailing status on a daily basis, maintaining transparency and accountability within the project team.
• Facilitated extensive coordination between various subcontractors (Design/Detailing/Fabrication) through verbal and electronic channels, ensuring smooth project progression.
• Resolved technical queries raised by subcontractors/fabricators in a timely manner, mitigating potential project delays.
• Generated Site Clarification Requests (SCR) as per site modifications and client requirements, facilitating clear communication and resolution of issues.
• Provided all engineering-related information to project/procurement/site teams as and when required, ensuring seamless project execution.

• repared Project Material Takeoff (PMTO) using TEKLA models and raised purchase requests for material procurement through the procurement manager, ensuring timely availability of materials.
• Coordinated with the procurement manager to arrange material receipt according to priority erection sequence for fabrication, optimizing project timelines and resource utilization.
• Liaised with clients regarding any clarifications in the drawings, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project requirements.
• Ensured that all client comments were incorporated into project documentation, maintaining adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
• Assisted project manager in creating and maintaining project-related control documentation such as project charters, scope documents, and tracking logs, facilitating effective project management and communication.
• Verified that steel painting was carried out as per specification requirements prior to erection, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Prepared separate invoices for fabrication and erection, maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.

• Prepared Erection Method Statements, ensuring clear guidelines for the erection process and adherence to safety protocols.
• Updated TEKLA models daily to reflect erection progress, facilitating accurate project tracking and coordination.
• Generated Site Clarification Requests (SCR) in response to site modifications and client requirements, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Coordinated with clients regarding any clarifications in the drawings, maintaining alignment with project specifications and requirements.
• Ensured efficient dissemination of data to the project team, assisting lead discipline engineers with coordination and project execution.
• Monitored fabrication status daily, tracking progress and ensuring timely completion of fabrication activities.

· Studying the Architectural & Structural Drawings

· Modeling the Structural Steel constructions and Applying Connections

· Modeling ladders and miscellaneous Steel.

· Preparation of Erection drawings

· Preparation of Accurate shop drawings

· Support during fabrication and erection processes

· Anchor bolt layout plan & Advance bill of material

· Layout of embed drawings and all steel related to other trades like Concrete and Masonry

· Detailed fabrication and erection drawings for approval

· Detailing miscellaneous steel (Ladders & Stairs checkered plates, gratings, handrails).

· Review of approver’s comment, incorporate changes and releases drawing for fabrication.

· Highlight the discrepancy and lack of information in the construction in the contract drawings in the form of a request for information (RFI)

· Adherence to the scope work like Galvanizing, Painting, Spaces etc.,

· Advance sketches for fitting and other material (Gather sheet)

· Co-ordinate with other trades for compatibility of connection like joist & deck

· Suggest and highlight erection difficulties.

· Value engineering of connection and material alert them for non-standard items or long lead time fabrications items like rolled item.

· Checking of model on X-Steel and Import SDNF files for modeling.

· Detailed Commercial Buildings including Schools, Hospitals, and Church.

· Detailing steel structural Ladder, Staircase, Handrail & Platforms

· Studying the Architectural & Structural Drawings

· Material Take off (MTO) if required.

· Create 3D models in X-steel and extract shop and construction drawings. Examine drawings and documents for any discrepancies against checklists and job order specifications.

· Modeling the Floor Plates, Stairs, Ladders and Miscellaneous Steel.

· Simplifying the Assemblies for easy erection and considering crane efficiency.

· Preparation of Shippers list and planning the material usage for minimum wastage

· Creating Complicated User Defined Connections.

· Creating or editing new TEMPLATE if required by the Client (BASIC LEVEL).

· Tuning the ADVANCED OPTIONS.

· Could write new settings in BATCH FILES and minimize the time and improve the quality of the drawing.

· Extract NC files for FICIP & CNC machines for the fabrication unit.

· Examine drawings and documents for any discrepancies against checklists and job order specifications.

· Plate Nesting.

· Completed over 2 medium/ high complexity projects in X-steel.

• Studying the client Drawings
• Preparation of fabrication drawings.
• Shop co-ordination for the fabrication of assemblies
• 3D modeling of Air heater, including shop fabrication drawing.
• Production of general arrangement drawings.
• Prepare the pipeline diagrams.
• Detailing the boiler supporting steel.