Semes Sekharan
Abu Dhabi
Summary
To contribute my skills and teamwork abilities in a creative and challenging environment where they can be valuable assets.
Construction professional with extensive experience in cost control and project management. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and budget goals. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, leveraging cost analysis and contract negotiation skills.
Professional with high standards and focus on results. Extensive experience in cost estimation, project management, and contract negotiation. Strong collaborative skills and adaptability ensure seamless team integration and project success. Known for analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Quantity Surveyor
GALFAR Engineering & Contracting W.L.L
04.2019 - Current
- Preparing, submitting, and obtaining approval for monthly progress invoices, including supporting documents, site measurements and related records.
- Conducting detailed verification and certification of subcontractor packages and invoices in accordance with the service work order agreement and contractual terms.
- Performing effective and efficient quantity surveying and cost control throughout the project life cycle.
- Preparing bill of quantities (BOQ) for material and construction activities.
- Participating in regular site meetings and discussions with the project management team, while coordinating with the subcontractors and the site construction team.
- Tracking and analyzing project costs and commitments, including cash flow forecasting and financial reporting.
- Managing contract variations and amendments.
- Collecting and reviewing past project data, analysis reports, and productivity records.
- Providing technical assistance to project Control management and site managers.
- Ensuring that project engineering activities comply with organizational and contract requirements.
- Projects: PC REHABILITATION AND INTEGRITY REINSTATEMENT OF FLOWLINES & TRUNK LINES IN BAB & ASAB (Client: ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
- Construction of ASR well Head and Flow lines Tie-In Projects – Habshan & Buhassa (Client: ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
- Construction of Flowlines & Wellhead Tie-In Installations At ADCO's Fields - Package “A” (SE) - Contract No. 17792.01- Asab & Sahil (Client: ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
- Construction Works for Haliba Wells Tie-ins for Main Body & Near Haliba Prospects (Contract no. SUS-PE-ITT-099) - (Client: Al DHAFRA Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
- EPC for Tie - In Works at South East - Package D - Contract No. 16861.01 (Client: ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
Sr. Quantity Surveyor, Civil
ALSA Engineering and Construction Co. (EPC)
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Preparing, submitting, and obtaining approval for monthly progress invoices, including supporting documents, site measurements and related records.
- Conducting detailed verification and certification of subcontractor packages and invoices in accordance with the service work order agreement and contractual terms.
- Managing contract variations and amendments.
- Preparing bill of quantities (BOQ) for material and construction activities.
- Attending site meetings and providing cost-related insights.
- Assisting in cost forecasting and financial reporting.
- Provided daily and weekly status and progress reports as well as project summary reports to the management team.
- Projects: Rumaitha North and Rumaitha BAB CO2 Injection Mega Projects – (Client: ADCO, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
- Construction of ASR WELL heads and flow lines – (Client: ADCO, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
- Habshan Nitrogen Generation and Injection Project (NGI Package) – (Client: ADCO, Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations Ltd, Abu Dhabi, UAE.)
Estimation Engineer
AGCC.(Altaf General Contracting Co.)
12.2011 - 08.2014
- Preparing and submitting BOQ, Tender, Quotations including final negotiations – Submitting and obtaining approval of Monthly progress Invoices –Tracking and monitoring costs in coordination with planning department-Preparing monthly budget reports, cash flow statements etc. – Managing subcontractors’ invoice and ensuring proper coordination.
- Projects: SATORP – (Client: Saudi Aramco Total Refinery and Petrochemical Company) – Package # 6, under Petrol Steel Company(EPC) Al Jubail 2, KSA.
- HADEED – (Hadeed straightening shop projects – Client: SABIC), under eTEC (EPC) Saudi Arabia, Al Jubail, KSA.
- WASIT GAS PLANT – (Client: Saudi Aramco). Package # 2, under Samsung Saudi Arabia, (EPC) Al Jubail, KSA.
- WASIT GAS PLANT – (Client: Saudi Aramco). Package # 3, under SK E&C Ltd. (EPC), Al Jubail, KSA.
- UG Waste Container – (Client: Royal Commission for Jubail) under Inter Care UAE.
Quantity Surveyor
Arabian Fal Holdings
08.2009 - 09.2011
- Company Overview: ARABIAN FAL HOLDING Company is a Saudi owned ISO 9001-2000 certified company with strong multinational workforce establishing offices throughout Saudi Arabia in Eastern, Central, Southern and Western region.
- My responsibilities include preparing monthly invoices, monthly and weekly progress reports, Preparing BOQ/Quotations, coordination with Contracts Director, preparation), progress tracking & monitoring.
- Additionally, I Worked on Saudi Aramco Oil Company Terminal projects at Ras Tanura, KSA (directly supplied to Aramco).
Quantity Surveyor/Estimation Engineer
BV Consulting engineers (P) Ltd
05.2005 - 06.2009
- Valuation of the properties, Preparation of BOQ & schedule, site visiting and consulting the clients.
- Projects: FLSmidth (p) Ltd (Foundry& warehouse): - Site: Arakkonam, Near Chennai - India
- KCP India Ltd (Foundry & and other civil works) :- Site: Thiruvotriyur, Near Chennai –India
Education
Civil Engineering Diploma -
GOVT. Polytechnic College
Thriprayar, KeralaSkills
- Manage and administer post-contract commercial activities in line with project requirements
- Prepare, review, and negotiate variations, claims, and change orders
- Support preparation and assessment of interim payment applications and final accounts
- Conduct detailed cost analysis, forecasting, and reporting to ensure accurate budget management
- Perform measurement and preparation of BOQs for ongoing works
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and consultants to resolve commercial matters
- Ensure compliance with FIDIC contracts and DMT standards
- Mentor and support junior QS team members (for Senior QS role)
Languages
Speak- English, Malayalam, Tamil& Hindi
Write- English, Malayalam, & Hindi
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge. Please kindly get in touch with me for any clarifications of the points above
Timeline
Sr. Quantity Surveyor
GALFAR Engineering & Contracting W.L.L
04.2019 - Current
Sr. Quantity Surveyor, Civil
ALSA Engineering and Construction Co. (EPC)
06.2015 - 10.2018
Estimation Engineer
AGCC.(Altaf General Contracting Co.)
12.2011 - 08.2014
Quantity Surveyor
Arabian Fal Holdings
08.2009 - 09.2011
Quantity Surveyor/Estimation Engineer
BV Consulting engineers (P) Ltd
05.2005 - 06.2009
Civil Engineering Diploma -
GOVT. Polytechnic College