MANDAVA SAKETH
Dallas
Summary
Techno-Commercial Professional with 8+ years of experience in Project Planning, Quantity Surveying, Billing, Cost Estimation, Contract Management, and Project Controls across highway and commercial building projects. Holding a Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Quantity Surveying & Contract Management (QSCM) from NICMAR University (2019) and a Master's in Business Analytics. Experienced in project scheduling using MS Project, BOQ preparation, client & subcontractor billing, change of scope management, progress monitoring, cost control, and construction documentation. Strong analytical, planning, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to deliver projects efficiently while maintaining quality and commercial objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineer – Planning & Billing
GR Infraprojects Limited
Purvanchal Expressway, Uttar Pradesh
05.2019 - Current
- Developed and maintained master project schedules using MS Project, including critical path analysis, resource leveling, milestone tracking, and look-ahead planning for an 80+ KM expressway project.
- Prepared BOQs, quantity take-offs, monthly work programs, rolling plans, and material requirement schedules to support project execution.
- Processed subcontractor bills and supported client billing using SAP HANA ERP for billing and inventory purposes, achieving 99.8% billing accuracy across projects worth ₹50+ Crores.
- Managed change of scope requests, variation orders, and contract amendments while ensuring timely approvals and accurate cost adjustments.
- Conducted budget tracking, variance analysis, and cost forecasting, contributing to 8–12% cost optimization through vendor management and procurement planning.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly progress & financial reports for clients and management, highlighting schedule performance, cost status, and key risks.
- Performed BOQ reconciliation, quantity verification, rate analysis, and cost monitoring, reducing payment cycles by 25% through streamlined billing processes.
- Coordinated project planning with engineering, procurement, quality, and construction teams to maintain schedule and budget compliance.
- Supervised quality assurance activities in accordance with IRC, MoRTH, and IS standards, including concrete, bituminous, aggregate, compaction, CBR, Marshall Stability, DCP, and pavement thickness testing.
- Managed construction of PQC and bituminous road sections, including a 3.5 KM rigid pavement designed for fighter jet landing operations, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
- Coordinated utility shifting, environmental compliance, traffic management, and construction progress monitoring across multiple work fronts.
- Developed Power BI dashboards and management reports for real-time monitoring of project progress, cost, schedule performance, KPIs, and risk assessment.
- Conducted regular site inspections, progress reviews, and stakeholder presentations to support informed decision-making and timely project delivery.
- Key Achievements
- Successfully managed commercial and planning activities for an 80+ KM EPC expressway project.
- Achieved 99.8% billing accuracy across ₹50+ Crores of subcontractor billing.
- Reduced payment turnaround time by 25% through process improvements.
- Delivered 8–12% cost optimization through commercial analysis and procurement strategies.
- Reduced project rework by 15% by implementing structured quality assurance procedures.
Engineer – Site Execution
SSS Hi-Tech Construction Pvt. Ltd.
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Managed end-to-end structural execution from foundation through project completion, ensuring adherence to project specifications and construction schedules.
- Prepared detailed Bar Bending Schedules (BBS) with accurate cutting lengths, lap lengths, and steel quantity calculations as per IS 2502 standards.
- Developed reinforcement detailing drawings using AutoCAD and implemented reinforcement placement as per IS 13369 requirements.
- Supervised RCC activities including footing, columns, beams, slabs, masonry, plastering, and finishing works.
- Coordinated concrete operations including mix design (M30–M45), batching, pouring, vibration, curing, and quality inspections.
- Reviewed GFC drawings, prepared quantity estimates, and maintained project documentation and daily progress reports.
- Conducted 7-day and 28-day concrete cube tests, slump tests, rebound hammer tests, and cover meter testing to verify concrete quality and structural integrity.
- Performed steel reinforcement inspections, including tensile strength verification for Fe500 reinforcement and compliance with approved drawings.
- Supervised structural load testing, formwork inspections, reinforcement checks, and maintained daily QA/QC inspection records.
- Coordinated with consultants, contractors, and third-party agencies during quality audits, testing, and compliance inspections to ensure adherence to IS Codes and project standards.
Trainee Engineer
Kalyani Global Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Assisted in the execution of foundation and structural works, including cast-in-situ piles, well foundations, reinforcement, concreting, and formwork activities.
- Prepared measurement books (MBs) and supported client billing activities by verifying quantities and work progress.
- Conducted quantity take-offs from drawings and assisted in the preparation of BOQs and material requirement estimates.
- Performed site inspections to ensure construction activities complied with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Assisted QA/QC teams in conducting material inspections for cement, steel, aggregates, and concrete works.
- Coordinated with site engineers, contractors, and survey teams to monitor daily construction progress and resolve execution issues.
- Maintained daily progress reports, site records, inspection requests, and project documentation.
- Participated in concrete quality control activities including slump tests, cube casting, curing, and strength verification.
- Assisted in reinforcement inspections, bar bending schedule verification, and structural quality checks before concrete placement.
- Monitored construction safety practices and ensured compliance with project procedures and site regulations.
- Supported procurement and material planning activities by tracking material consumption and site requirements.
- Assisted senior engineers in project coordination, scheduling, and progress monitoring to ensure timely completion of project milestones.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Business Analytics
University
United States12-2023
Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) - Quantity Surveying & Contract Management (QSCM)
NICMAR University
Pune04-2019
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Civil Engineering
NRI Institute of Technology
Andhra Pradesh, India04-2015
Skills
- Project Planning & Scheduling — MS Project, Primavera P6
- Quantity Surveying & Costing — BOQ Preparation, Cost Estimation, Quantity Take-offs, Rate Analysis, BBS
- Contract & Commercial Management — Contract Management, Client Billing, Subcontractor Billing, Change of Scope, Invoicing
- Project Controls & Reporting — Budget Monitoring, Progress Monitoring, Variance Analysis, Monthly/Quarterly Reports, Risk Management, Power BI Dashboards
- ERP & Software — SAP HANA ERP (Subcontractor Billing & Inventory), Road Estimator, AutoCAD, Advanced Excel
- Quality & Compliance — IRC, MoRTH, IS Standards, Material Testing, Pavement Quality Control
Websites
Timeline
Senior Engineer – Planning & Billing
GR Infraprojects Limited
05.2019 - Current
Engineer – Site Execution
SSS Hi-Tech Construction Pvt. Ltd.
03.2017 - 05.2018
Trainee Engineer
Kalyani Global Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 07.2016
Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) - Quantity Surveying & Contract Management (QSCM)
NICMAR University
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Civil Engineering
NRI Institute of Technology
Master of Science (M.S.) - Business Analytics
University