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GINESH SRIKANTHAN

GINESH SRIKANTHAN

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

A self-motivated and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor with 11 years of experience in both pre-contract and post-contract stages of construction projects across the Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Sri Lanka. Skilled in diverse procurement routes and well-versed in various forms of contracts, I bring strong analytical, commercial, and administrative expertise. Currently seeking a challenging opportunity to contribute my technical knowledge and professional experience to a reputable organization committed to excellence in project delivery.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Contract Quantity Surveyor (Main Contractor)

ALEC ENGINEERING AND CONTRACTING SAUDI ARABIA
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2023.04 - 2025.11

Projects involved:

1. Qiddiya water theme park, Riyadh

2. Qiddiya Speed park, Riyadh

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepared interim valuations and obtained payment certificates from consultants.
  • Conducted comprehensive cost analysis for resource allocation and project budgeting.
  • Reviewed and negotiated contract variations to safeguard company interests.
  • Coordinated with execution teams while guiding junior staff on job responsibilities.
  • Implemented cost control measures to monitor budgets and optimize resource use.
  • Attended work progress reviews, contract meetings, and managed contractual correspondence.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of accurate logs for variations, claims, payments, and project deliverables to ensure effective commercial control.
  • Reviewed and evaluated contract documentation to mitigate risks and enhance clarity in agreements.

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Main Contractor)

EMIRATES LINK MALTAURO LLC
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2020.03 - 2023.03

Projects involved:

1. Najmat tower, Reem island, Abu dhabi, UAE

2. Rawdhat Residential and Commercial Building, Abu dhabi, UAE.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Involved in Post contract Quantity Surveying practices for Main contractor.
  • Prepared interim valuations, ensured timely payment collections.
  • Coordinated subcontractor commercial management for seamless site operations.
  • Prepared detailed quantity takeoffs and cost breakdowns for client presentations.
  • Managed cost planning and estimation processes to ensure project budgets were adhered to.
  • Addressed post-contract cost variances and change control processes.

Quantity Surveyor (Marine Contracting company)

PLC CONTRACTING LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2019.02 - 2020.03

Projects involved

1. Dubai Harbour – Marine & Earth Works

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Managed cost estimation processes for marine construction project ensuring accuracy and adherence to budgets.
  • Measured, certified and approved sub-contractor interim valuations.
  • Addressed post-contract cost variances and change control processes.

Quantity Surveyor (Project management consultancy)

A M TECH LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2016.12 - 2019.02

Projects involved:

1. Al Najaf Airport Terminal 2

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Developed cost estimates and cost planning at various design stages, including concept, schematic and detailed design.
  • Assist in establishing client’s requirements and undertaking commercial feasibility studies.
  • Developed detailed bill of quantities to facilitate accurate cost estimation and procurement strategies.
  • Tender services including compilation, tender analysis, negotiations, and recommendations.

Quantity Surveyor (Engineering Consultancy)

SHADID ENGINEERING CONSULTANT
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2015.09 - 2016.11

Projects involved:

1. Proposed Bldg. (Gr. + 4 P. + 16 Floors) on Plot No. JVC17TCP019A at Al Barsha South Fourth, Dubai, UAE.
2. Proposed Hotel (2B. +Gr +M. +5Floors) on Plot No. (319-173) at Oud Metha - Dubai.
3. Proposed villa (G+1) on plot no. (3630464) at Al Manara, Dubai.
4. Proposed NAS Staff Accommodation- Phase 2 at Nad Al Sheba1, Dubai.
5. Proposed Bldg. (Gr. + 4 Floors) Labour Accommodations on Plot No. 5970347 at Dubai Investment Park Second- Dubai.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Performed quantity take-offs from drawings and developed bills of quantities.
  • Developed cost estimates for various construction projects ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
  • Prepared comprehensive tender documents ensuring compliance with client requirements.

Quantity Surveyor (Main Contractor)

KELZON LANKA CONSTRUCTION PVT (LTD)
Colombo
2014.11 - 2015.08

Projects involved

1. Trade Center at Maradana, Colombo, Srilanka

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Involved in payment application process and subcontract commercial management

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

CONSULTING ENGINEERS AND CONTRACTORS (PVT) LTD
2013.03 - 2013.06

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

MIHINDU KEERTHIRATNE ASSOCIATES PVT (LTD)
2012.11 - 2013.03

Education

BSc (Hons) - Quantity Surveying

University of Moratuwa
Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Procurement management
  • Valuation and final account
  • Value Engineering and Management
  • Contract administration
  • Budgeting and cost controlling
  • Tender and Contract documentation
  • Bills of Quantities preparation
  • Claims management
  • Commercial management
  • Cost planning and Cost estimation
  • Change management

Certification

Professional Member of Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors – MAIQS

REFERENCE

Ginesh, S., Upon your request, I am very much confident that I can contribute more towards the betterment of your reputed organization while gaining invaluable experience in my fields of interest. I hereby certify the information furnished above are true and accurate to my knowledge.

FAMILIARITY OF STANDARDS AND TOOLS

  • Measurements
  • POMI
  • CESMM 04
  • SMM7
  • Conditions of Contract
  • FIDIC – 1999
  • Working tools
  • MS office
  • AutoCAD

Languages

English
Advanced
Tamil
Native

Timeline

Contract Quantity Surveyor (Main Contractor)

ALEC ENGINEERING AND CONTRACTING SAUDI ARABIA
2023.04 - 2025.11

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Main Contractor)

EMIRATES LINK MALTAURO LLC
2020.03 - 2023.03

Quantity Surveyor (Marine Contracting company)

PLC CONTRACTING LLC
2019.02 - 2020.03

Quantity Surveyor (Project management consultancy)

A M TECH LLC
2016.12 - 2019.02

Quantity Surveyor (Engineering Consultancy)

SHADID ENGINEERING CONSULTANT
2015.09 - 2016.11

Quantity Surveyor (Main Contractor)

KELZON LANKA CONSTRUCTION PVT (LTD)
2014.11 - 2015.08

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

CONSULTING ENGINEERS AND CONTRACTORS (PVT) LTD
2013.03 - 2013.06

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

MIHINDU KEERTHIRATNE ASSOCIATES PVT (LTD)
2012.11 - 2013.03

BSc (Hons) - Quantity Surveying

University of Moratuwa
GINESH SRIKANTHAN