SWAMINATHAN CHOKKALINGAM
Mississauga,Canada
Summary
19+ Years of relevant experience in versatile projects at construction industry, 10+ Years at Middle East, 5+ Years in India & 3+ Years in Canada. As project manager/PMC executed ware house projects at India and Executed Oil & Gas, Industrial (PEB), Base Build (Commercial/Residential) & Fit-out Projects under MNC Contracting Firms & PMC Firms. Certified Npors Professional for Lifting Operations. Certified Supervisor for Formworks at M/s. Carillion Alawi LLC, UK Based Contracting Firm. Ensured in effective implementation of Quality Management System (QMS) in projects. Certified with IOSH on HSE and contributed in Achieving 13 million Safe Man hours with Zero Lost Time Injury.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Saagar Construction Inc.
04.2022 - Current
- Projects: Interior alteration works for Childcare & Montessori, Medical Centre & Pharmacy, Office spaces and Restaurants
- Responsibility:
- Responsible in understanding the Project Scope and directing the team on the Project's requirements
- Reviewing & approving the shop drawings and schematic designs based on project requirements
- Responsible for effective co-ordination with all internal/external stakeholders for timely completion of projects
- Responsible for the timely deliverables of Project's requirement in adhering to the HSE, Quality & Budget
- Led subcontractor meetings to convey project requirements, scope, milestones and regulatory compliance.
- Managed entire project life cycle from initial concept through final delivery and city inspections.
- Set project schedules and oversaw milestones for duration of project.
- Developed processes to enable consistent on-time deliverables to customers per timelines established in contract.
- Managed building and system start-up to achieve project goals, specifications and contract requirements.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver complex construction projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans and schedules, ensuring alignment with client expectations and regulatory requirements.
- Implemented risk management strategies, effectively mitigating potential delays and cost overruns.
- Streamlined resource allocation processes, optimizing workforce utilization across multiple project sites.
- Enhanced communication protocols among stakeholders, resulting in improved project transparency and collaboration.
- Conducted regular project reviews, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous process enhancements.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, leading to increased repeat business and referrals for future projects.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Project Manager
CBRE (CB Richard Ellis South Asia PVT.LTD)
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Client: Indospace a GLP joint venture
- Project: Phase 1 - 39 acres, 4 warehouses/ 13500 Sq.m each warehouse approx. and Phase 2-11 Acres 1 warehouse 22,756 Sq.m with utility buildings and infra works
- Project Value: INR 75 Crores/ CAD$12.5 Million
- Responsibility:
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
- Led subcontractor meetings to convey project requirements, scope, milestones and regulatory compliance.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Utilized schematics, drawings and specifications to complete schedules and budgets for each project phase.
- Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
- Brought projects in on-time and in accordance with budget and quality standards.
- Managed entire project life cycle from initial concept through final delivery.
- Set project schedules and oversaw milestones for duration of project.
- Developed processes to enable consistent on-time deliverables to customers per timelines established in contract.
- Managed building and system start-up to achieve project goals, specifications and contract requirements.
- Utilized forward-thinking approach for uncovering and solving stakeholder concerns and project issues.
- Created detailed report on strengths and weaknesses of current project management for client companies.
Senior Project Engineer
Carillion Alawi LLC
03.2014 - 12.2019
- Client: BP Exploration of Oil & Gas project (Khazzan Operational Base & Infra works, Khazzan Residential complex, Mosque & Infra works) – Which is operated by BP in partnership with Oman oil company Exploration and Production;
- Project Value: 74 Million Omani Rials/CAD$247 Million, duration: 36 Months
- Client: Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre; Client: Oman tourism & development Co SAOC
- Project Value: 87 Million Omani Rials /CAD$291 Million, duration: 18 Months
- Responsibility Handled:
- Responsible in understanding the Project Scope and directing the team on the Project's requirements
- Reviewing & approving the shop drawings and schematic designs based on project requirements
- Responsible for effective co-ordination with all internal/external stakeholders for timely completion of projects
- Responsible for the timely deliverables of Project's requirement in adhering to the HSE, Quality & Budget
- Reviewing the project schedule & updating the project progress status timely in order to track and mitigate
- Responsible for Reporting to Planning & Commercial teams internally and with clients
- As a certified (PA) performing authority obtaining permits for each activity carried at site
- Preparing method statement and job hazard analysis for each activity performing at site
- As a performing authority attending weekly meeting and discussing about weekly work plan and sorting out the issues
- As an appointed/Npors certified person for lifting activities for overall project, preparing lifting plans and executing the works including client coordination
- As an appointed person executed the critical lifting activities such as PEB structure erection/Wall cladding/Roof sheeting works, mosque GRP dome installation, over headed EOT crane and other daily lifting activities using mobile and tower cranes successfully
- Raising RFI or furnishing and responding to request for information timely/as requested
- As temporary works coordinator for scaffolding and formwork coordinating with design team for drawings and executing the work as per approved shop drawings.
Engineer - Projects
GREEN OLIVE LLC
03.2011 - 02.2014
- Projects:
- Private Villa at Al-Hail; Contract Value: 67,000 Omani Rials/CAD$224450
- Commercial building(G+5) at Al Khoud; Contract Value: 40,000 Omani Rials/CAD$134000
- Private Twin villa (G.F, F.F, + Pent House) at Al Azhaibha; Contract Value: 82,000 Omani Rials/CAD$274700
- Private pool Villa with leveling floor, Ground floor + pent house at Bausher heights; Contract Value: 96,000 Omani Rials/CAD$321600
- Interior works:
- Season Optical in Royal Opera house at Al Qurum | Contract Value: 25,000 Omani Rials/CAD$83750
- Al-Madina Finance Office in Grand Mall at Bausher | Contract Value: 33,000 Omani Rials/CAD$110550
- Omifco office in Beach one Building at Al Qurum | Contract Value: 18,000 Omani Rials/CAD$60300
Project Coordinator/Consultant
CBRE (CB Richard Ellis South Asia PVT.LTD)
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Client: As Cargo group of companies
- Project: PEB structure Ware House, Utility building and infra works project at Durainallur, Chennai, India
- Project Value: INR 12.93 Crores/ CAD$ 2171641
Site Engineer
NAPC Pvt Ltd
04.2009 - 06.2010
- Client: Renault Nissan Automobile production and assembly unit at Oragadam, Chennai, India
- Project: Construction of foundation pits for assembly and production equipment’s
- Project Value: INR 37 Crores/CAD$6214287
- Client: Apollo tyres production unit at Oragadam, Chennai, India
- Project: Construction external infra works bitumen, concrete roads, Paved parking, external drains and sewage system
- Project Value: INR 19 Crores/ CAD$3191120
Site Engineer
MAPI
08.2006 - 03.2009
- Client: Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja group at Ennore, Chennai
- Project: Construction of ware houses, Utility buildings and infra works
- Project Value: INR 47 crores/ CAD$ 7877110
Education
Bachelor - CIVIL ENGINEERING
APEC, Affiliated with ANNA UNIVERSITY
Chennai, India04.2006
Skills
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Systems Implementation
- Work Flow Planning
- Workforce Training
- Project Management
- Complex Problem Solving
- Quality Assurance
- Team Leadership
- Technical Presentations
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Documentation and Reporting
- Cost Analysis
- Budget Control
- Client Relations
- Vendor Sourcing
- Building Codes and Regulations
- Safety Protocol
- Risk Management
- Root Cause Analysis
Languages
English: Full Professional
Hindi: Professional
Tamil: Native/ Bilingual
Malayalam: Limited
Certification
- Auto CAD Basic
- MS Project/Primavera (To Review Only)
- Certified Personnel by NPORS for Lifting Operations
- Certified Personnel by Carillion Mena for Formworks (Temporary Works)
- Certified Personnel by NTI on IOSH for HSE
- MS Office Advance
Timeline
Project Manager
Saagar Construction Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Project Manager
CBRE (CB Richard Ellis South Asia PVT.LTD)
01.2021 - 04.2022
Senior Project Engineer
Carillion Alawi LLC
03.2014 - 12.2019
Engineer - Projects
GREEN OLIVE LLC
03.2011 - 02.2014
Project Coordinator/Consultant
CBRE (CB Richard Ellis South Asia PVT.LTD)
08.2010 - 02.2011
Site Engineer
NAPC Pvt Ltd
04.2009 - 06.2010
Site Engineer
MAPI
08.2006 - 03.2009
Bachelor - CIVIL ENGINEERING
APEC, Affiliated with ANNA UNIVERSITY