JENEFAR RAJ

DUBA : (971) 056 418 5988

jenefar@gmail.com

Professional Summary

Hands on experience in project management of new builds for the full life cycle of projects
including but not limited to Vendor procurement, Design management, Site management
and Contract management.
Civil Engineer with 16
years of experience in
Pre and Post tender contracts and procurement services
construction / Property
assist senior management in appointment of lead consultants,
development with reputed
Contractors, review of design, identify project activity, prepare
companies such as Emaar
activity cost estimates, variance analysis of funding limit and
properties, Al Rostamani
planned expenditure.
properties & Sheth Estate
International
with
Proficiency in Value Engineering, amendment of Contract
specialization in Retail,
conditions based on assessed project risks, verifying change
Commercial,
Fit
out,
proposals and variation order, validation of claims, EOT and
Automotive
and
other contract related issues.
Residential Projects

Proficient in making contractual correspondence, administer vendor performance, bill

certification and audit, negotiating claims to settlement, preparing and maintaining project
contract documents from bidding till closure.

Manage multi-disciplinary project teams and key stakeholders, efficiently balancing the
project constraints by establishing standard project management practices.

Liaising with statutory authorities and other agencies in obtaining necessary approvals for
project implementation

Education

Graduation Bachelor of Civil Engineering (2000), Bharathiar University, Coimbatore,

India.
Professional Certification Project Management Professional (PMP) Training competed and
preparing for the exam currently

Current Profile
Project Manager-Projects (June2014 present)
Abdulla Al Rostamani Properties LLC
Current Projects

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Development of 3B+G+16 floor commercial & residential project Rigga Al ButeenDubai

Development of G+M+7 floor residential project Souq Al Kabeer Dubai
Development of 16 Villas Compound project Al Barsha Dubai
Responsibilities/Tasks:
Responsible for Consultant Procurement, design management, close interaction with senior
management and other stakeholders for design approvals.

Effectively manage related projects using program management techniques.

Coordination with central purchase team for procurement.
Liaise with authorities for design approvals and work permit.
Contractors prequalification, procurement, value engineering, Tender Evaluation and
Appointment
Oversee and control project performance by optimizing time and cost constraints.
Involved in Value Engineering to bring in effective cost cutting and to eliminate
operational risks post transition
Managing Post Contact works, eliminating claims, managing consultants and timely
completion.
Managing fit out works for the group companies from concept till delivery.

As project lead for the projects, responsible for activities throughout the project life cycle.
Overseen collecting requirement, scope defining, develop full-scale project plan and
associated communication documents.
Project Manager - Projects (Jan 2013 June 2014)
Sugam Vanijya Holdings Pvt Ltd, India
Development of 3B+G+4, 2 million sq.ft, Retail project VR Chennai, India.
Headed project management team in the development of a shopping mall located in City
Center. Direct and oversee Consultant procurement, design coordination, Contractor
procurement (Enabling & Main Works), project planning, site execution and contract
administration. Played a key role in completing the enabling and substructure works.
Responsibilities/Tasks:
As project lead for the project, responsible for activities throughout the project life cycle.
Coordination with Master developer for the site Hand over & Occupation, Overseen
collecting requirement, scope defining, develop full-scale project plan and associated
communication documents.

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To determine and assess need for staff/consultants and make appropriate recruitments
during project cycle.
Managing the Consultants for the timely deliverables like tender drawings,
specifications, GFC drawings etc.
Work with other managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets,
schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project.
Oversee and control project performance by optimizing time and cost constraints.
Involved in Value Engineering to bring in effective cost cutting and to eliminate
operational risks post transition.
Assign responsibility for executing project plans to key subordinates after careful
assessment of how to utilize their qualifications and strengths.
To coordinate with the cost controller and the site quantity surveyor to ensure
appropriate and timely execution for Change Orders
Liaise with consultants, agencies for environmental clearance and other statutory
approvals.
Oversee the Contractors and Consultants performance at site.
Oversee and direct the evaluation of vendors for civil and MEP services.

Project Manager-Projects (Mar 2008 Nov 2012)

Sheth Estate International Limited
Development of 3B+G+P4+33 floor commercial project -Iris Bay in Business Bay, Dubai.
Headed project management team in the development of the half-moon shaped commercial
project. Direct and oversee project planning, design coordination, site execution and
contract administration. Played a key role in requirement collection, value engineering,
identifying & evaluating bidders and contract management
Development of G+P4+34 floor residential project -Iris Blue in Dubai Marina, Dubai.
Headed project management team in the development of the residential project. Responsible
for design development, statutory liaising, procurement and construction management.
Responsibilities/Tasks:

Pre Contract assistance to the team in consultant procurement, design management,

Contractor procurement, Contract preparation & Authority approvals
Oversee the Consultant/Contractor progress at site and ensure timely milestone/project
completion
Identify and manage the critical path program/activities
Review and monitor the program and schedule on a weekly basis and report to the
stakeholders

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Oversee and control project performance by optimizing time and cost constraints.
Involved in Value Engineering to bring in effective cost cutting and to eliminate
operational risks post transition.
Liaise with consultants and other statutory approvals.
Issuing interim payment certificates for Consultants & Contractors and Cost
management
Coordination with inter departments for timely handover of units to the customer

Project Coordinator - Projects (Feb 2007 Mar 2008)

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts, India
Development of 5 Star Rated Resorts in various locations, India.
Responsibilities/Tasks:
Responsible for Consultant Procurement, Contractor Procurement, design coordination,
review and close interaction with senior management and other stakeholders for design
approvals.

Performed a key role in Contracts Management including review of BOQ/Tender

document from consultant, evaluation & selection of Vendors and contract
administration.
Assisting the senior management for budget finalization.
Coordinated with central purchase team for procurement.
Managed/coordinated the Fit out works from concept till delivery.
Liaised with authorities for design approvals and work permit.
Involved in Value Engineering to bring in effective cost cutting and to eliminate
operational risks post transition.

Project Coordinator (Oct 2004 Jan 2007)

Emaar Properties PJSC
Development of Township residential project -829 villas with required infrastructure in
Arabian Ranches & Al Reem - Dubai
Responsibilities/Tasks:
Oversee the consultants and the contractors daily progress to accomplish the project
objectives
Conduct site inspection during the finishes stage.
Liaise with consultants/contractors for timely delivery.
Pre-inspection of properties to ensure that organizations quality standards are
accomplished.

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 Closely interact with transition team in commissioning and pre-opening activities to

verify items with respect to scope, to ensure project procurement by proper transfer of
technical documents, induction of operational procedure, verify/amend maintenance
&warranty agreements.
Coordination with inter departments for timely handover of units to the customer.
Project Engineer - Projects (April 2000 Oct 2004)
Maris construction company -Maldives
Development of G+7 floor hotel apartment Rais Hotel Republic of Maldives
Development of Mosque in Hulumale Island for Public Department Republic of Maldives
Responsibilities/Tasks:
Acquire and develop project resources, site administration, preparation of measurement
books, execution, payment application, perform and deliver deliverables to the satisfaction
of Engineer-in-charge.

IT SKILLS
Ms Office, Ms Project
AutoCAD

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PERSONAL DATA
D.O.B: 20-03-1979
Nationality: Indian
Passport Number: L2325010
Marital Status: Married
Mother Tongue: Tamil
Languages Known: English,
Tamil, Malayalam & Hindi