1. SHIBU THOMAS
P.O. Box 15514,Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Contacts: +971 50 8220960 / +971 50 5269396;E-mail: kanikulam@yahoo.co.in,kanikulam@gmail.com
Construction industry professional with mechanical engineering background and senior level experience in pre &
post contract engineering & project management functions for multi-million dollar infrastructure, building,
mechanical, piping and MEP projects with PMC & EPC contracting companies, seeking assignment as……
PROJECT ENGINEER I TECHNICAL MANAGER | ENGINEERING MANAGER | PROJECT MANAGER
Over 23 years of professional experience across ME & India with internationally renowned engineering and EPC companies in effective
transition of projects through the EPC staged to successful handover. Proven expertise in technical management of FEED, proposal, EPC
Contract packages, bid evaluation, detail engineering phase, submissions & approvals, procurement, construction & commissioning.
Effective leader and team player with excellent communication, analytical, problem solving and people management skills, strong
organizational abilities to manage technical deliveries to meet project milestones. Currently working with Metito Overseas Limited –
Sharjah, UAE, since January 2015, as Senior Project Engineer, reporting to Senior Project Manager.
Areas of Expertise
 Design Coordination/Review
 Basic & Detail Engineering
 Technical Documentation
 Tech Submittals Management
 Construction Tech Supports
 Site Construction Supervision
 Multidisciplinary Coordination
 Project Interface Management
 Contract Documents Review
 Technical Superintendence
 Team Building & Leadership
 Quality and HSE Management
Professional Synopsis
 Experience Overview: Expertise in engineering & management of MEP (mechanical, piping, electrical, firefighting, plumbing, etc.)
projects mainly involving, Infrastructure, Mixed Use Development, Sewerage/ Wastewater Treatment Systems/Ultra Filtration -
Reverse Osmosis Systems, Pumping Stations/Various Pumping Systems, Landscape, Water features, etc.
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 Pre-Contract Engineering: Proposal engineering, design & engineering of systems/solutions, specs and material/equipment
selection, bid technical evaluation, technical negotiations, subcontracts technical documentation
 Post-Contract Engineering: Preparation of project submittals, procurement technical documentation, review/ validation of
technical submittals, value engineering, inspection & testing of material/equipment, installation planning/technical support/
supervision, pre-commissioning checks and commissioning, handover documentation, operational troubleshooting, etc.
 Project Management: Finalization of project execution plan with Client/Consultant/EPC contractor, site mobilization, team
building and task assignments, following up timely delivery of materials/equipment at site, site activity monitoring, project
coordination, monitoring & control of progress/expenditure, change management, approval process management, corrective and
preventive action for closing of performance gaps, contracts management, claims authentication
 Relationship Management: Liaison, networking and communication with client/consultant/OEM/Vendors/EPC contractor for
respective deliverables at pre & post contract stages of projects; and fostering sustainable relationships
 Personality Traits: Proven leadership and team management skills, ability to communicate with all levels of people in a
multicultural setting, and raise performance levels through coaching, mentoring and problem solving
Experience Summary
Senior Project Engineer | Metito Overseas Limited – Sharjah, UAE Jan 2015 onwards
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Management
 Review Contract Documents and confirm budject set up and project mile stones
 Involve in FEED Studies and provide valuable inputs
 Co-ordinate with Design Team and Discipline Managers on all aspects
 Initaite/ Prepare Material Submittals, Data Sheets, ITPs, Method Statement, shop drawings, etc.
 Devise and deliver design basis and strategy, and solutions for all technical design problems as well as site installation issues
 Complete engineering and design activities, prepare requisition of project materials/equipment, including sizing & selection
 Lead engineering, and ensure all documents & drawings are correctly produced for transmission to project team
 Review requisitions pertaining to MEP including vendor supplied drawings, calculations & data sheets
 Coordinate with concept group for carrying out de-bottlenecking studies, feasibility studies and revamping reports on system
upgrades as part of design basis/concept selection report
 Review As-built drawings and assist with compilation of Project Dossier
 Participate in FAT, SAT for vendor supplied equipment, vendor inspections for all field item
 Review functional design specifications, & procedures

2. Project Management
 Supervise the installation & commissioning of equipment; review technical specifications, cost estimates for erection & commission
of as agreed in scope of supply; and review & analyze contractor's change order proposals and submittals
 Liaise with clients/consultants on various issues, and monitor & coordinate with sub-contractors
 Implement project specific engineering working standards and procedures for efficient and effective work practices
 Maintain project reference planning and activity based cost model for the operations and engineering team
 Lead projects to successful technical closure and prepare for handover to end-user as per the contract
 Work with client engineers in detailed planning and scheduling of site programs
 Coordinate mobilization of material and other resources prior to commencement of work
 Deliver all drawings, method statements, Inspection & Testing Plan, etc. in agreement with client, consultant
 Monitor & control site execution activities, provide all technical supports, and manage changes/variations
 Ensure completion of packages in time and in strict compliancewith laid down procedures, systems, and specifications
 Meet all targets in terms of delivery time, cost to completion, variation orders, and invoicing
 Attend site meetings with Client, Consultants and MEP contractor for co-ordination and execution of projects
Senior MEP Engineer | Al Jurf Development Projects – Abu Dhabi, UAE Jan 2013 – Dec 2014
Key Responsibilities
 Lead post-contract engineering and project management in terms of design, technical coordination, equipment/ materials
selection, subcontracting, procurement, quality control, inter-disciplinary coordination and supervision
 Assist in preparing tendering documents including estimates, BOQ, specs, work schedules, commercial terms, etc.; negotiate and
evaluate technical & commercial aspects of subcontract tenders
 Review detailed design, drawings, method statement, material submittals, ITP, work schedules, technical reports, etc, and ensure all
documentations within section are properly controlled
 Liaise with consultant and client on all issues that require their intervention and approvals
 Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
 Monitor all budgeted project expenditures, and implement cost controls through VA/VE approach to reign on expenditures
 Review and compilation of all project close – out documents related to MEP scope of works
 Ensure work is executed in accordance with the contract specifications, approved design & drawing, and method statements
 Oversee design and engineering deliverables, intervene on technical issues, and provide expertise support to prompt resolution
 Review and approve all planning and technical packages submitted by subcontractor, as well as vendor submissions
 Follow up timely closure of quality non conformaces, while providing advise on corrective & preventive actions
 Supervise overall MEP construction activities through the stages of installation, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning
 Monitor projects from design through completion, and ensure defined specifications and standards are strictly adhered to
 Attend the internal review meeting to appraise the progress and bottlenecks, if any, in the project’s execution program
 Follow up the progress of the work, and ensure that the construction works meet best quality standards and performance
 Validate variations with Contracts Department and prepare Technical Recommendation for higher management decision
Senior Mechanical Engineer | KEO International Consultants – Abu Dhabi, UAE Jul 1995 – Dec 2012
Key Responsibilities
 Review design & other technical submissions, drawings, and provide recommendation prior to client approval
 Coordinate with various authorities for necessary work permits
 Prepare Technical and Progress Reports
 Witness testing and commissioning of the completed works
 Liaise with the client and end user to ensure their rquirements are addressed and completeness of exceuted packages
 Lead site engineers and inspectors in supervising the construction in accordance with approved design and specifications, work
schedule, and HSE standards
 Keep client representative updated on work progress and areas of concern
 Attend weekly management meeting (Progress, Quality, and Safety)
 Review contractor's monthly progress invoice and recommend for processing by client
Piping Engineer | Tech-Sharp Engineers – Chennai, India Aug 1992 – Jan 1995
Key Responsibilities
 Handle piping technical deliveries for the Nuclear Waste Reprocessing project for Government of India
 Prepare Piping Shop Drawings, and planning of all piping works to meet schedule deadlines
 Supervise Production (piping fabrication) including Quality based high precision welding (SMAW and GTAW)
 Detect and rectify weld defects, and prepare Welding Inspection Reports
 Supervise Stainless Steel Plate lining works, Equipment Installation
 Perform Hydrostatic and Pneumatic Tests on completed piping
Credentials
Education
 B.E. (Mechanical) from Bangalore University, Karnataka, INDIA, 1993

3. Professional Development
 Confined Spaces Entry – ZADCO
 Roads and Environmental Safety- Abu Dhabi
 Application of FIDIC Conditions on contracts- Abu-Dhabi
 Golden Rules for Safety – ZADCO
 Attended HAZOP ( Hazard Operational Study) Sessions on UF -RO Plant Construction
 Attended PHA ( Process Hazard Analysis) Sessions on UF -RO Plant Construction
 Process and Instrumentation Diagram Review (P&ID)
Professional Accreditations
 Municipality of Abu-Dhabi City
 Western Region Municipality ( Abu-Dhabi)
 Abu-Dhabi Sewerage Services Company (ADSSC)
 ZAKUM Development Company (ZADCO)
Key Projects Handled
 EPC Works for UF-RO Potable Water Package – EPC 1 for Zakum Development Company (ZADCO) at Zirku Island
 Presidential Palace Helipad Lighting and Fire Fighting Systems, Abu-Dhabi, UAE
 Khalifa Port Interchange Landscaping and Irrigation Works, Abu-Dhabi, UAE
 Construction and Development of Parks, Water Features and Playgrounds in Abu-Dhabi Island, UAE (Abu-Dhabi Municipality /PRFD
Projects)
 Western Region Sewerage Projects, Al Gharbia, Abu-Dhabi, UAE (Construction of 12 Sewerage Treatment Systems, 45 Pumping
Stations, Irrigation Reservoirs, Irrigation Pumping Stations, Irrigation Networks etc.)
 Medinet Zayed Sewerage System Phase 1 and 2
 Marfa Sewerage System Phase 1 and 2
 Ghayathi Sewerage System Phase 1 and 2
 Delma Sewerage System Phase 1 and 2
 Sila Sewerage System
 Liwa Sewerage System
 MEP Works related to Various Building Units for Wastewater Treatment Projects
 Construction of Storm Water, Subsurface and Irrigation Systems, Al Gharbia, Abu-Dhabi, UAE
 Construction of Nuclear Waste Reprocessing Project, Chennai, India
Personal Particulars
 Date of Birth: May 31, 1969
 Languages Known: English, Hindi
 Nationality: Indian
 Marital Status: Married
 No. of Dependents: 02
 Passport No: J4247436, valid till Sep 2020
 Visa Status: Employment Visa, valid up to Feb 2017
 Driving License: UAE
 Location Preference: UAE, Qatar
References are available upon request