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RAJKUMAR NAGIDI
HVAC - Designing, Planning & Management And Estimating & Costing Professional
Muscat
Summary
I'm a graduate mechanical engineer with about 27 years of extensive work experience in the fields of Design, Planning, Quantity Surveying, Estimation & Costing, Heavy Industrial Fabrication, Teaching, CAD, Modelling and Research & Development and Project Sales & Execution.
I'm a results-driven HVAC Design Engineer with a rich experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for commercial and residential projects. Expertise in energy-efficient solutions, system modeling, and regulatory compliance. Adept at using advanced design software and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and cost-effective HVAC solutions.
I'm a seasoned HVAC Planner with a rich experience in the planning and management of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for diverse commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Proven expertise in developing efficient HVAC strategies, optimizing system performance, and ensuring compliance with building codes and environmental regulations. Skilled in coordinating with project stakeholders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective HVAC solutions.
I'm a highly skilled HVAC Estimating & Costing Professional with a vast experience in accurately estimating, budgeting, and managing costs for HVAC projects across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. Proven track record in developing detailed cost estimates, analyzing project requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to ensure project profitability and efficiency. Expertise in using advanced estimating software, negotiating with suppliers, and optimizing cost-effective solutions.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Unit Manager
Khimji Ramdas LLC
12.2013 - Current
- Executed successful HVAC projects through comprehensive planning, estimation, and cost analysis
- Conducted detailed load calculations, energy simulations, and system analysis to design efficient HVAC systems that meet client requirements and sustainability goals
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure HVAC plans are integrated seamlessly into overall building designs
- Created and maintained detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, equipment schedules, and installation guidelines
- Prepared technical reports, cost estimates, and project proposals, contributing to successful project acquisitions and timely completions
- Managed project timelines and budgets, preparing cost estimates and identifying potential cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
- Developed accurate cost estimates and detailed bids for large-scale HVAC projects, including commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and complex residential developments
- Analyzed project plans, specifications, and drawings to determine scope, labor, material, and equipment costs, resulting in increased bid accuracy
- Managed and coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotes, negotiate prices, and ensure timely delivery of materials and services
- Prepared detailed cost reports and budgets, monitoring project expenditures to ensure adherence to financial targets and identifying opportunities for cost savings
- Collaborated with project managers and engineers to review project requirements and make recommendations for cost-effective solutions and value engineering
- Liaised with senior management to develop strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives
- Oversaw implementation of new technology systems, enhancing data management and operational capability
- Monitored financial transactions, prepared budgets, and controlled expenses to stay within allocated funds
- Resolved customer complaints with diplomacy, maintaining positive relationships and fostering loyalty
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective deals, resulting in reduction in procurement expenses
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline processes and improve service delivery
- Analyzed market trends to adapt strategies, keeping unit competitive in fast-paced industry
- Managed inventory levels, conducted regular stock takes, and placed orders to maintain supply adequacy
- Coordinated strategic plans for administrative services management and optimization to best use available resources
- Supervised supply purchases, management and tracking in line with budgetary requirements
- Modeled business processes to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement
- Investigated issues impacting organizational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions
- Sourced vendors and suppliers for business needs and negotiated terms for optimum service delivery
- Supported employee morale and well-being by developing positive practices centered on career development and individual job satisfaction.
Assistant General Manager
M/s Sri Comforts
04.2013 - 11.2013
- Planning, Estimation, and Cost Analysis
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure HVAC plans are integrated seamlessly into overall building designs
- Created and maintained detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, equipment schedules, and installation guidelines
- Prepared technical reports, cost estimates, and project proposals, contributing to successful project acquisitions and timely completions
- Managed project timelines and budgets, preparing cost estimates and identifying potential cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
- Developed accurate cost estimates and detailed bids for large-scale HVAC projects, including commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and complex residential developments
- Analyzed project plans, specifications, and drawings to determine scope, labor, material, and equipment costs, resulting in increased bid accuracy
- Managed and coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotes, negotiate prices, and ensure timely delivery of materials and services
- Prepared detailed cost reports and budgets, monitoring project expenditures to ensure adherence to financial targets and identifying opportunities for cost savings
- Collaborated with project managers and engineers to review project requirements and make recommendations for cost-effective solutions and value engineering
- Liaised with senior management to develop strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives
- Oversaw implementation of new technology systems, enhancing data management and operational capability
- Monitored financial transactions, prepared budgets, and controlled expenses to stay within allocated funds
- Resolved customer complaints with diplomacy, maintaining positive relationships and fostering loyalty
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective deals, resulting in reduction in procurement expenses
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline processes and improve service delivery
- Analyzed market trends to adapt strategies, keeping unit competitive in fast-paced industry
- Managed inventory levels, conducted regular stock takes, and placed orders to maintain supply adequacy
- Coordinated strategic plans for administrative services management and optimization to best use available resources
- Supervised supply purchases, management and tracking in line with budgetary requirements
- Modeled business processes to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement
- Investigated issues impacting organizational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions
- Sourced vendors and suppliers for business needs and negotiated terms for optimum service delivery
- Supported employee morale and well-being by developing positive practices centered on career development and individual job satisfaction.
Assistant Manager (Product Sales)
M/s ETA Engineering Pvt. Ltd
05.2011 - 02.2013
- Achieved success on HVAC projects through meticulous planning, accurate cost estimation, and comprehensive analysis
- Performed detailed load calculations, energy simulations, and system analysis to develop efficient HVAC systems that align with client requirements and sustainability objectives
- Achieved successful integration of HVAC plans into overall building designs by collaborating closely with architects, engineers, and contractors
- Created and managed comprehensive set of technical documents, encompassing design specs, equipment schedules, and installation guidelines
- Contributed to success of project acquisitions and timely completions by preparing technical reports, cost estimates, and project proposals
- Effectively handled project schedules and financial aspects, utilizing cost estimations to identify possible opportunities for savings while upholding high standards of quality
- Generated meticulous price projections and in-depth offers for wide range of HVAC initiatives encompassing commercial properties, industrial sites, and multi-faceted residential constructions
- Increased bid accuracy by analyzing project plans, specifications, and drawings to determine precise scope, labor, material, and equipment costs
- Oversaw subcontractor and supplier communication to obtain competitive quotes, bargain prices, and guarantee timely provision of materials and services
- Managed project finances effectively by preparing comprehensive cost reports and budgets, closely monitoring expenses while maintaining focus on meeting financial targets
- Successfully identified opportunities for achieving significant cost savings
- Partnered with project managers and engineers in reviewing project specifications, offering valuable input on cost-effective solutions and suggestions for value engineering
- Collaborated effectively with senior leadership to devise and execute strategic plans that directly aligned with organizational objectives
- Oversaw implementation of new technology systems, enhancing data management and operational capability
- Maintained financial control by monitoring transactions, creating budgets, and managing expenses within allocated funds
- Diplomatically handled customer complaints, fostering loyalty by resolving issues and preserving positive relationships
- Secured cost-effective deals through negotiations, leading to decrease in procurement expenses
- Increased efficiency and customer satisfaction through streamlined processes achieved by fostering effective interdepartmental communication
- Evaluated market trends and adjusted strategies accordingly to maintain unit's competitive edge within dynamic industry
- Ensured sufficient supply by managing inventory levels, conducting stock takes, and placing orders
- Coordinated and optimized strategic plans for effective administration services management
- Directed purchasing, administration, and monitoring of supplies to align with specified budgetary constraints
- Utilized process modeling techniques to pinpoint strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement
- Examined challenges impacting operational effectiveness and service performance to ascertain underlying reasons, produced in-depth reports, and advocated for necessary corrective measures
- Sourced vendors and suppliers for business needs and negotiated terms for optimum service delivery
- Enhanced employee morale and well-being through establishment of positive practices emphasizing career advancement and job satisfaction.
Area Manager - Projects
M/s Voltas Limited
05.2007 - 05.2011
- Implemented meticulous planning, accurate cost estimation, and comprehensive analysis to achieve success on HVAC projects
- Developed efficient HVAC systems by engaging in detailed load calculations, energy simulations, and system analysis to meet client requirements and sustainability objectives
- Succeeded in achieving seamless integration of HVAC plans into building designs through close collaboration with architects, engineers, and contractors
- Developed and supervised extensive collection of technical documentation, including design specifications, equipment schedules, and installation guidelines
- Supported success of project acquisitions and timely completions through preparation of technical reports, cost estimates, and project proposals
- Successfully delivered projects on time and within budget by closely monitoring project schedules, financial obligations, and identifying areas for cost savings without compromising quality
- Provided comprehensive pricing estimates and detailed proposals for diverse portfolio of HVAC ventures, spanning commercial properties, industrial facilities, and complex residential projects
- Supervised subcontractor and supplier correspondence to obtain cost-effective quotations, negotiate favorable rates, and ensure prompt provision of materials and services
- Managed project finances effectively through preparation of comprehensive cost reports and budgets, closely monitoring expenses while maintaining focus on meeting financial targets
- Achieved success by identifying opportunities for significant cost savings
- Worked in close collaboration with project managers and engineers to analyze project specifications, offering input on affordable alternatives, along with recommendations for value engineering
- Collaborated effectively with senior leadership to devise and execute strategic plans aligned with organizational objectives
- Provided oversight for implementation of advanced technology systems, resulting in improved data management and operational capability
- Achieved financial control by overseeing transactions, developing budgets, and controlling expenses
- Handled customer concerns with diplomacy and skill, strengthening relationships and delivering satisfactory resolutions
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating favorable deals, leading to decreased procurement expenses
- Achieved increased efficiency and improved customer satisfaction by streamlining processes through effective interdepartmental communication
- Evaluating market trends and adjusting strategies to keep unit's competitive edge amid dynamic industry
- Maintained inventory levels, performed regular stock takes, and placed timely orders to ensure adequate supply
- Streamlined coordination and optimization of strategic plans for efficient administration services management
- Efficiently managed supply procurement and monitoring operations within allocated financial parameters
- Implemented process modeling techniques to analyze and identify opportunities for growth
- Evaluated challenges impacting operational effectiveness and service performance to identify root causes, compiled detailed reports, and recommended appropriate corrective measures
- Performed vendor sourcing and coordinated negotiations to enhance service delivery
- Implemented strategies that prioritized career growth and job fulfillment, resulting in improved employee morale and well-being.
Planning Engineer
M/s Emirates Trading Agency (ETA)
Dubai & Doha
11.2005 - 01.2007
- Preparation of detailed take of quantities of All Mechanical works from IFC drawings, for Re-measurement Contracts & preparation of Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
- Preparation of AC Shop Floor Drawings with AutoCAD
- Material Planning including GI Sheets & pre-insulated Duct panels/sheets (PIR & PHENOLIC) and their accessories for projects and company’s Duct Factory
- Overseeing the manpower planning & its distribution across various projects
- Physical measurement of quantities and tracking the resources & productivity
- Assisting the Construction Manager in Logistics & Customer Relationship Management
- Developing the Vendor & Client Database
- Keeping all official correspondence & Overseeing all internal meetings.
- Maintained excellent communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate cost estimates and budgets, ensuring financial feasibility of proposed projects.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing manpower, materials, and equipment throughout the project lifecycle.
Project Engineer
M/s Comfort Zone
05.2005 - 11.2005
- Preparation of detailed take of quantities of All Mechanical works from IFC drawings, for Re-measurement Contracts & preparation of Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
- Material Planning including material take-off, estimation of quantities, and procurement of low side materials such as copper piping, ducting and accessories
- Sending enquiries, comparing quotations & suitably placing orders for procurement of materials
- Overseeing site execution, commissioning and handing over
- Assisting Projects Manager in Logistics & Project Management.
Scientist – B
M/s National Institute of Ocean Technology
02.2002 - 02.2005
- Modified Plans for 'Accommodation' and 'Life Saving Appliances' for floating Barge, 'SAGAR SHAKTHI', which accommodates 1 MW (floating) Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) Plant
- Assisted Group Head, Scientist – F, in overseeing Engineering, Planning & Task Management of the establishment of the Low Temperature Thermal Desalination(LTTD) plant with a capacity of a hundred thousand liters per day at Kavaratti, Lakshadweep; including development of technology by carrying out extensive research, identification of suitable site by carrying out bathymetric survey, selection of materials for various engineering applications, preparation of specifications, recruitment of requisite manpower, and selection of vendors for purchase of materials/equipment, (ii) realization of hardware, (iii) erection & commissioning and (iv) deployment of intake seawater system at site in sea
- Managed Logistics for Scientific Cruise (Oct-Nov, 2002) onboard ORV,'SAGAR KANYA', to Seychelles & Mauritius; taken part in this cruise during which deployed ARGO floats in Indian Ocean.
Lecturer
M/s Koneru lakshmaiah College of Engineering
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Developed expertise in teaching concepts of Engineering Drawing and 'C' programming to students.
AutoCAD Engineer
M/s Vizag CADD Centre
05.1999 - 12.1999
- Taught AutoCAD 2D Drafting & 3D Modelling.
Supervisor
M/s Techno Fabrics
10.1994 - 04.1998
- on laurels in fabricating various carbon steel flanged fittings including various long radius Elbows, Tees, Laterals and branch fittings of concentric reducers in sizes of NPS 24 through 30 while supervising fabrication of various structural and pipe fabrication (contract) works to Hindustan Shipyard Ltd., Visakhapatnam, for Dredging vessels of Dredging Corporation of India, Visakhapatnam.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - Mechanical Engineering
Andhra University College of Engineering
Visakhapatnam 06.1995 - 08.1999
Skills
HVAC System Design
Software
Microsoft Excel
Carrier HAP
Primavera
Mechanical Desktop
Languages
Telugu
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Tamil
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Assistant Unit Manager
Khimji Ramdas LLC
12.2013 - Current
Assistant General Manager
M/s Sri Comforts
04.2013 - 11.2013
Assistant Manager (Product Sales)
M/s ETA Engineering Pvt. Ltd
05.2011 - 02.2013
Area Manager - Projects
M/s Voltas Limited
05.2007 - 05.2011
Planning Engineer
M/s Emirates Trading Agency (ETA)
11.2005 - 01.2007
Project Engineer
M/s Comfort Zone
05.2005 - 11.2005
Scientist – B
M/s National Institute of Ocean Technology
02.2002 - 02.2005
Lecturer
M/s Koneru lakshmaiah College of Engineering
01.2000 - 01.2002
AutoCAD Engineer
M/s Vizag CADD Centre
05.1999 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) - Mechanical Engineering
Andhra University College of Engineering
06.1995 - 08.1999
Supervisor
M/s Techno Fabrics
10.1994 - 04.1998
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