Balaji Jayachandran Email & Phone Number

Belfast, Gb

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Key Projects: Camels Head MSCP, Plymouth; Fujifilm Borealis, Billingham; Inverness Castle; Inverness, Brandon Road, London; West Quay Marina, Poole. Spearheaded £10M+ construction projects from conception to completion, utilising Microsoft Project for on-time, within-budget delivery with a 12% reduction in project duration, while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Enhanced team communication for 12+ teams, achieving 97% customer satisfaction through Google Calendar synchronization. Managed BIM data using Trimble Viewpoint, improving collaboration, improving document management, and saving 6 hours weekly on administrative tasks. Cut construction defects by 30% and saved $500K in rework costs using Kaizen and Six Sigma methodologies. Developed a risk management plan, reducing project delays by 25% and saving $260K in costs.. Resolved 5+ major claims and disputes, assisted in contract review and profit analysis, while maintaining contract integrity. Boosted workflow by 30% and reduced clutter by 10% through GIS mapping and online databases for property data collection and validation. Orchestrated procurement of construction materials and equipment through strategic partnerships with vendors, reducing overall project costs by 10%, 25% savings on materials and reduced environmental impact through effective negotiations. Developed and enforced method statements, risk assessments, and crane plans, ensuring health and safety compliance, resulting in no work-related incidents. Tracked progress and resource allocation for 7+ projects with 95% accuracy using Gantt chart and resource view. Deployed a systematic roadmap strategy to address architectural design errors, cutting rework by 30% and mitigating delays by 15%. Headed a 30-member site team, ensuring zero lost-time incidents and quality standards, reducing client frustration by 10%. Oversaw temporary works for 3+ sites, cutting setup time by 25%

Bengaluru, Karnataka

Project : Sobha Dream Garden (10 tower) & Manhattan tower (5 tower), Bangalore.  Managed two concurrent large scale residential projects, despite facing negative cash flow, by implementing a cost-cutting strategy, leading to a 15% reduction in preliminary cost. Excelled in cost estimation for diverse contracts using Excel and AutoCAD, analysing construction documents, specs, andRFI's, achieving 20% average cost savings per project. Prepared and submitted comprehensive technical and commercial bids along with bid documentation. Applied value engineering principles to select cost-effective materials, contributing to a 2% reduction in overall project expenses. Formalized an Excel database integrated with ERP system to streamline procurement processes to reduce manual error by 60%. Established accurate estimates and conducted cost impact analysis for change order requests. Used Earned Value Management and performance metrics to improve project outcomes by 10% while staying on budget Applied performance metrics to enhance project outcomes by 10% while staying within budget Mentored 3 new team members, fostering collaboration and boosting productivity by 25% within a month Conducted follow-up audits, verifying 90% compliance with implemented corrective actions.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

 Planned, coordinated, and supervised the full lifecycle of 9+ construction projects, from bids to completion, ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery within a £2.5M budget. Exhibited expertise in producing accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQ), contract/tender documents, and comprehensive project performance reports. Monitored and reported on key environmental performance indicators, such as water usage, energy consumption, and waste generation, ensuring continuous improvement and transparency Led diverse team of 5 sub-contractors and engineers, allocating resources within a total budget of £150,000. Enabled well-established project delivery methods, generating a notable 10% increase in overall firm profit. Achieved a remarkable 15% reduction in project completion time by employing a strategic reverse logistics strategy. Launched Kanban techniques to executed full-engineering plans, translating project requirements into actionable strategies with 95% success rate. Monitored on-site construction projects, making critical daily decisions to drive progress with a 98% success rate. Enacted strategic cost reduction initiatives based on meticulous analysis of material usage trends, resulting in significant savings. Optimized staffing and resource utilisation by aligning with project demands, reducing labour costs by 15%.

Calicut Area, India

Successfully managed an entire gamut of activities including cost estimation, preparation of measurement sheets, safety management, site supervision, monthly progress payments, training and manpower management.

Master Of Science - Ms, Construction And Project Management

Bachelor’S Degree, Civil Engineering, First Class With Distinction