Ashok Velampalli
Project Manager
Bensalem,PA
Summary
Hardworking Construction Project Manager with 7+years of experience in Construction industry with expertise in Division-7and proven leadership skills. Known for extensive knowledge of OSHA guidelines and wholehearted commitment to employee and personal safety. Successful at completing projects on-time and under budget without sacrificing quality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
EDA Contractor Inc
01.2023 - Current
- Project oversight from handoff through estimation, construction execution and final project handover.
- Creation of project budgets and scope outline for given scope of work.
- Concurrently managing multiple projects through all phases of design, execution and punch list
- Manage project budget and report bi-weekly forecast to management using computer ease.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear schedules, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of project with customer satisfaction.
- Preparing risk assessments for given project and implement mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Create/Manage shop drawings and submittals as required based on the scope of work for any given project
- Prepare change orders based on the bulletins and addendums issued through out the project cycle
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and Customer
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular site inspections and implementing necessary corrective actions.
Project Manager
Pillar Construction
01.2017 - 12.2022
- Preparing project delivery sequence upon award of project depending on the type of materials and terms agreed with vendors and GC to accomplish the project schedule with in the estimated budget
- Assemble required project documentation for the project awarded
- Prepare and submit RFI's when needed and coordinate/process changes with the project team and leadership
- Ensure company profitability through closely monitoring construction billing process through SOV, Sub-Contracts, Change Orders & Billings
- Develop direct relationships with owners, architects, and other contractors in order to promote teamwork within all parties
- Analyze and prepare project budgets prior commencement of work
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Reduced overall project costs through value engineering initiatives and strategic planning efforts.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential issues before they developed into major problems, keeping projects on track for success.
- Mentored junior staff members in best practices for construction management techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.
- Held construction progress and regular status meetings with project team.
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate project labor coverage.
- Regulated and managed construction plans, materials, budgeting and staff to complete $35,000,000 worth of projects.
Project Management Intern
Resource International, Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Provided crucial administrative and practical support to the construction manager and construction crew that included estimating, costing, submittal exchange and prep of contract closeout submittals
- Closely monitored the project's deadlines and work site to identify and remedy potential problems
- Prepared weekly reports, organized meetings, coordinated change order projects, and processed pay applications for Bowling Green University's University Hall Renovation Project
- Enhanced the team's capability to meet or exceed timelines by creating a comprehensive construction schedule via Primavera (P6).
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Increased project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
Education
Master's Degree in Construction Management -
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH01.2017
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering -
Koneru Lakshamaiah University
01.2015
Skills
- Project Management & Support
- Estimation
- Reading Blueprints & Layouts
- Contracts & Dispute Resolution
- Submittals & Safety Packages
- Problem Solving & Time Management
- Software Proficiencies: On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Oracle Primavera P6, ProCore & Prolog, AutoCAD, MS Office (Project, Word, Excel, etc)
- Schedule Management
- Technical Support
- Project Planning
- Work Flow Planning
- PMP Certification
Certification
- CMIT (Construction Manager in Training) Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification
- PMP Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Project Manager
EDA Contractor Inc
01.2023 - Current
Project Management Intern
Resource International, Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2017
Project Manager
Pillar Construction
01.2017 - 12.2022
Master's Degree in Construction Management -
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering -
Koneru Lakshamaiah University