Qamar Rizwan
C.Eng. (I), M. Tech (IITD), B. Tech (Mech.), AMIE
Personal Info :
Current Location : Muscat, Oman
Date of Birth- 19.01.1977
Nationality-Indian
E-mail : rizwan_bond AT yahoo.com
Skills :
** MEP Design (Residential, Commercial and Infrastructure, etc)
** Expert in designing mechanical services HVAC (specialization), Plumbing and Fire Protection system) and BMS for various types of large-scale and Multi dollar projects as per ASHRAE, CIBSE, IOP, and NFPA standards, etc.
** Design review and design manage the overall MEP services design works including Electrical, ELV System, Audio Visual, Fire Alarm, HV/LV (Substation 11 KVA/415V) system design, lighting design, lightening and earthling design and installations, etc.
** Keep abreast of industry trends, methodologies, tools, and best practices in MEP design.
** Facilitate on-site problem solving for any concerns raised by site contractors, construction engineers, and clients during construction.
** Expertise in doing the GAP Analysis and Value Engineering for any exisiting/Peer Review Project.
** Building Management and Security System Design.
** MEP Commissioning Mgmt.
** Managing the commissioning of large MEP Services using CIBSE and BSRIA standard codes like CIBSE Code C and Code W for commissioning and BSRIA Application guide AG-2001 Pre-commissioning and cleaning of pipe works system, etc.
Tendering :
Good knowledge of estimation and preparing bill of quantities specific for the project design and contract requirement.
Specification Writing :
Expert in preparing the specifications for the project conducive to project requirements.
Resource Management :
Responsible for recruiting and assessing the right manpower at the right time for the successful & timely completion of MEP services projects.
Business Development :
Actively involved in liaising and co-coordinating with the clients for their requirements and involved in Business Development activities for the company.
Area of Expertise :
** Residential complexes
** Commercial Buildings
** Infrastructure developments
** LEEDS Design Projects
** 5-star Hotels
** Shopping Malls
** Office Buildings
** Mixed Used Development
** Luxury Residential complexes
** Sports Stadia Design
** Exhibition Centers
** Hospital
** Research Center
** Data Centers
** Pharmaceuticals
** Schools and Universities
** Shell and Core buildings
** Fit-out Projects
** Peer Review of Projects
Career Achievements :
** Manage the successful construction of the most prestigious and large scale residential development in Oman.
** Managing sustainable design LEEDS-GOLD project.
** Designed the large scale and multi dollars Hi-Rise building services design projects.
** Part of successful MEP services designing world famous Malls and 5-star Hotels in India and the Middle East.
** Worked with famous architects and operators around the world during the design of various Shopping Malls and Hotels.
** Lead the MEP services design and project management for Mega Sports Complex, Ranchi. It was awarded as the best design Project by Indian Olympic Association.
** Lead the design and execution for sustainable design projects for LEEDS Platinum and LEEDS Gold rating.
** Involved in the design and management of one of the world's largest NOC-(UNOC).
** Designed probably the first-Co-generation system in Delhi, India.
** Managing the system design nominated for the best retrofit 3-star Hotel project in India.
** Involved in the design of India’s most successful Institutional buildings and schools.
** Designed an HVAC system for one of the famous and most sophisticated hospital in Delhi, India.
** Design HVAC system (clean room) for Pharmaceuticals laboratories, animal’s laboratories
Projects Undertaken :
International Projects
Contracting :
Al Mouj Muscat, Oman (Complete infrastructure and high-end Residential & commercial complex).
Omantel Head Quarter, Muscat- Aiming for LEEDS GOLD.
MEP Design Consulting :
** Dubawi Island – Complete MEP and sustainable design-Aiming for LEEDS Platinum.
** Tiara Towers, Business Bay, Dubai- Peer Review and sustainability recommendation
** Dubai Marina Mall, Hotel and Hotel Apartment.
** Rixos Ottoman Palace, Palm Crescent Dubai
Indian Projects :
I.T Building and Offices :
Airtel NCR office building-MEP fit-out work of approx. 800,000 SFT.
Airtel LDI, Manesar-Office Building-MEP fit-out works of approx. 30000 SFT.
I.T Office Building, Gurgaon :
** Global Business Park (Tower -C), Gurgaon
** Vatika Triangle, Gurgaon (Haryana)
** Oil India Building, Noida ( U.P)
** JPMC, Mumbai Design Review
** Orchard Square, Gurgaon (Haryana)
Commercials :
** Gold Souk, Gurgaon
** East Delhi Mall, Kausahambi, Delhi
** Goa Resort-5 Star Hotel design
** Linear Apartment, Pune
** Hotel Hilton, Chennai
** DT City Design Review
Institutional :
** Indian Institute of Information and Technology, Allahabad
** IIT Kanpur, Biological lab with cold rooms
** National Science Academy (NSA), Allahabad (UP)
** Pathways World School, Gurgaon
** Pushpa Gujral Science City Society, Kapurthala, Punjab
Hospital and Cleanroom :
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi
Ranbaxy laboratories, Poantsahib ( Himachal)
Healthcare facility, Porta down London – HVAC Design only
Exhibition Centers & Stadiums :
Milan Mela, Kolkatta
Mega Sports Complex, Ranchi
Education :
** M-Tech, Energy & Environmental Mgmt. (Specialization in Design and Optimization of Thermal Energy Storage System using exergy analysis); CGPA-8.4 from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi in the year 2005.
** B.Tech, Mechanical Engg.; CGP-84.1 from the Faculty ofEngineering & Technology Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi in the year 1999.
Membership of Professional Societies :
** Chartered Engineer (India)
** Member ISHRAE, (Chapter Delhi)
** Member ISHRAE, (Chapter Delhi)
** Member, Institution of Engineers (India)
Computer Skills :
** CYMAP 10.1 for Building Heat load calculation and Simulations, etc.
** HAP (E-20 II) for Building Heat load calculation and Simulations, etc.
** E 3 PLUS Version 4.0 for heat loss calculation and estimating insulation thickness
** CONTAM 2.4 for normal Ventilation and smoke control Management.
** AutoCAD Release 2010
** Microsoft Office
** SAP 10.0
** BIM (Basic Knowledge)
** MS Projects (Basic Knowledge)
** ACRONEX
Masterspecs :
Competent and self-driven MEP Manager who has extensive experience of working within a fast-paced construction environment. I am capable to work independently and have an ability of problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills. I am having vast experience in MEP services design, tendering, execution, and Project Management for the various type of building services projects right from inception of the project to the final commissioning and project closeout.
I have an ability to see the big picture whilst at the same time focusing on the tasks at hand, and managing multiple projects. On top of all of this, I have a successful track record of analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best engineering solution to supposedly un-resolvable problems. Right now, I am looking for a suitable higher management level position with a growing company that offers talented staff member’s opportunities for future career advancement.
Experience :
Head of Operations - July 2019 –Present :
Mahmood Al Rawahi Group, Muscat Oman
I am responsible for the overall operation and management of three different companies involved in Civil and MEP construction works, Trading and Design Consultancy works within Mahmood Al Rawahi group of company. I am also responsible to ensure to control expenses, staff management & supervision, and profitability in the business we deal with.
Senior Project Manager (Cluster)-MEP :
April 2011- June 2019
Al Tasnim Enterprises, LLC MuscatOman
** I was overall responsible for the operation and management of entire MEP construction works within the cluster in the coastal part of Muscat from Initiation, planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling and to close out for infrastructure, Residential, Hotel, and Commercial projects.
** Keeping abreast of industry trends, methodologies, tools, and best practices in MEP design.
** Reviewing the MEP installation (mechanical, plumbing, Fire protection, Fire Alarm, electrical and other ELV systems), commissioning, and testing of the MEP related components of the project to ensure that all projects are meticulously commissioned to deliver world-class standards of quality.
** Facilitate on-site problem solving for any concerns raised by site contractors, construction engineers, and clients during construction.
** Keeping track of all MEP related issues, root causes, and corrective actions recommended/taken to ensure closure in a timely manner; and ensure the Department Head and other executive management, as appropriate, are informed of significant issues that may jeopardize the achievement of the projects time/budget.
** Providing direction/guidance and motivate subordinates across the project teams to enhance performance and produce quality work; ensure that subordinates are continuously developed for higher levels.
** Preparing performance evaluation and appraisal reports of direct reports to assess subordinate’s productivity and progress and identify training needs of team members to improve efficiency and ensure conformity with standard procedures and practices.
** I am also responsible for the company HSE and OSHA reviews, resource management and manpower recruitment, and finally for the company’s financial profitability too. I am also involved in attending the corporate meeting with the company higher management on monthly project KPI reviews, and any other new development programs within the company. At the same time, I am also involved in business development too.
Major project undertaken under my management are as follows :
Al Mouj – Al Mouj, Muscat (Wave Muscat)
Client name : Majid Al Futtaim, Ministry of Tourism Oman
Total Construction Cost : Approx. More than 300 Million OMR (Work in Progress)
Nature of Job :MEP Contractor (Infra and Residential with District Cooling system).
** This is one of the most prestigious and famous high-end luxurious Villas, Town Houses, Apartments, and commercial buildings spread in an area of approx. 20 SQ KM.
** I was responsible for managing the entire MEP projects in Wave (Al Mouj) Muscat, which consists of entire infrastructure works and construction of high-end residential and commercial projects which includes Apartments, Villas and townhouses, Retail centers. The project also includes the installation and commissioning of District cooling system for the centralized chilled water air conditioning for entire waves, Energy Transfer Stations installation, centralized potable water supply, centralized TSE, sewage and drainage network, Lifting station, and Odour control installation for the entire waves cluster at different locations.
** I am managing a group of 2 Project managers, 50 MEP site engineering team, and approx. 1200 MEP workers.
** I am also equally active in participating in the peer design reviews for MEP services and providing my expert advice to clients for having a more efficient, sustainable, and value-engineered project.
Omantel - Omantel Headquarter, Muscat-(LEED PLATINUM) :
Client name : Omran S.A.O.C. and Omantel
Total Construction Cost :45 Million OMR
Nature of Job :MEP Contractor.
** This is an office building for Omantel. The total built-up area is 96000 Sqm. The project has achieved LEEDS PLATINUM rating, highest points in Oman.
** I was responsible for the overall project management of all MEP services works. The project includes 3 basements and 6 floors office building having Tiers 2 data center, centralized chilled water air conditioning system from district cooling, Energy Transfer Stations installation, D.G set with fuel transfer station for prime duty application, Centralized battery system, smart building technology, ELV and security system; Sewage Treatment Plant, etc.
** I am managing a group of 1 project manager, 25 MEP site engineering team, and approx. 1000 MEP workers.
Manager –MEP (Indian Operations) :
May 2009-March 2011
Nelson Engineering, India
I was responsible for complete the entire MEP Services Design and Project Management for the entire project across India done by Nelson. This includes HVAC, Fire Fighting and PHE, BMS, and Electrical services both for Interior and Architectural projects as well as for ensuring the profitability of the company. My major role includes the complete M&E design work and its coordination with the other interrelated department viz; Interior, Architectural, structural, business development, etc.
Participate in the scope of work review, budgeting, design development and drawings submittals at the project site, justification of changed work order and propose appropriate value engineering options and due diligence to confirm the viability of systems; ensure all relevant drawings are released for the execution of works have been coordinated.
Major project undertaken under my leadership are as follows :
Unified Network Operation Center (UNOC), Airtel.
Client name :Bharti Airtel
Total Construction Cost :Approx. USD 25 Million
Nature of Job : MEP Services design (Consultancy).
Unified Network Operation Center (UNOC), for Airtel telecom, is one of the prestigious and most sophisticated NOC (Network Operation Center) designed in the world.
I was responsible for the entire MEP services design for the above project that included :
** Overall MEP design management which includes Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing services, BMS services, Hi level Security system.
** Coordination of MEP services with other architectural, structural, interior design team.
** Coordination with ELV system designers in the design of the NOC screen of 110 feet x 60 feet using BARCO Technology, which was probably the tallest screen in the world.
** Designing the state of the art workstations for 150 persons.
** Coordination with the interior designer to suit the coordination of the services following the interior layout to meet the interior designer expectations.
Airtel NCR Office Building complex- Interior Fit-out :
Client name : Bharti Airtel
Total Construction Cost : Approx.
USD 10 Million INR
Nature of Job : Interior Fit-out MEP Design.
Airtel Head Quarter building is situated in Gurgaon has an office space of approx. 500000 sft. It has got (G+ 5 Floors) building.I was responsible for the design management of the overall MEP low side design following the existing high side services provided by the builder to make it more sustainable and energy-efficient for the interior fit design above projects.
Kamat Bhubneshwar-4-star Hotel :
Client name :Kamat Groups
M&E Construction Cost :Approx. 40 Million INR
Nature of Job :MEP Hotel design- Retrofit Project.
** Kamat Hotel comprises of a 4 Star Hotel having G+5 Floors. It is located in Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India. This project was nominated as one of the best retrofit design projects. This was one of the most complicated yet very successful retrofit hotel projects.
** The building design involves the overall MEP services design which includes the retrofitting of all the services from the structural design level to all MEP works.
** It consists of the design of Air conditioning system with a Variable Refrigerant System (VRV) using approx. 1800 HP of air conditioning load, retrofit plumbing and Fire Protection, Electrical and ELV system, design of STP (MBR Technology).
Green Fort Data Center for Sify, G. Noida, India- 2 Tier Data Centre Designing :
Client name : Sify
Construction Cost : Approx. 30 Million INR
Nature of Job : HVAC Design.
** Green Fort Data Centre is a 2 Tier data center located in Noida, India for Sify India. It has got G+5 Floors+ 2 level multi-level basement.
** It includes 4000 TR of water-cooled chillers (Centrifugal chillers + Vapour Absorption system using natural gas), 4.5 MVA D.G set (Prime operation), ventilation system, Precision air conditioning system required for the data center floors having 100% spare capacity.
Principal Mechanical Engineer :
May 2007-March 2009
Cundall Johnston & Partners LLP (Dubai)
I was responsible for the complete mechanical services system design work, assisting in the tendering process and its coordination with the other interrelated department viz; Architectural, structural, Electrical, etc. It also includes the coordination of all the services requirement suited as per the requirement, by ensuring that the necessary inputs and resources in every service is available for the proper design, coordinating the services in space allocation in the particular job, to have full utilization of space and man-hour can be done, coordinating with the other inter-related departments, liaison with the client for its requirement, final checking of the drawings of each department before releasing for Tender purpose, Ensuring the Quality of work being executed by the contractor at the site by periodic inspection of the services, and finally ensuring the proper handling over the system to the client from the contractor.
Major project undertaken under my leadership are as follows :
Dubawi Island, Dubai– 7 Star Hotel and 7-star villas, Aiming for LEEDS Platinum Certification
Client name : Zabeel Infrastructure
M&E Construction Cost : Approx. 250 Million Dirham
Nature of Job : MEP and sustainability Design.
Dubawi Island, earlier known as logo Island west is located in Palm Jumeriah, Dubai. It has got 2.5 KM x 1.6 KM Island. I was responsible for the overall innovative design of Mechanical services of luxurious 7 Star Villas and 7 Star Hotel. We aimed to make it a first LEED platinum is-land.
The project consists of a Centralized district cooling system for the Chilled water supply air conditioning, Centralized Hot water supply to Hotels, Solar Energy and Wind energy extraction system for Hot water and Electricity, entire island PHE, STP system using MBR Technology, Innovative fire protection system and intelligent Landscape design.
Tiara Tower – Hotel and Office Tower :
Client name : Zabeel Infrastructure
M&E Construction Cost : Approx. AED 155 million
Nature of Job : Peer Design Review
Tiara Towers comprises a 5 Star Hotel and office building with a Multi-level basement with G+45 Floors and separate multilevel car parking. It is located at Dubai Business Bay and constitutes 20000 Sqm. Built-up area.
Rixos Ottoman Palace –Hotel and 5-star villas, Palm JumeriahCrescent, Dubai
Client name : Zabeel Infrastructure
M&E Construction cost : Approx. AED 200 million
Nature of Job : Peer Design Review
Rixos Ottoman is a 5 Star Hotel with G+5 Floors and separate multilevel car Parking. It is located at Palm Jumeriah Island, Dubai
Senior Resident Engineer - September 2006 - March 2007 :
Meinhardt Singapore Pte Ltd. (Dubai Branch)
I was responsible for leading the entire MEP project supervision team and project management at the site and its coordination with the other interrelated department viz.; Architectural, structural, etc. Ensuring the Quality of work being executed by the contractor at site by periodic inspection of the services, and finally ensuring the proper handling over the system to the client from the contractor.
Major project undertaken under my leadership are as follows :
Dubai Marina Mall - Dubai Marina Mall Hotel and Hotel Apartment.
Client name : EMAAR
M&E Construction Cost :Approx. AED 155 million
Nature of Job :Site Supervision and Project Management.
The Dubai Marina Mall, Hotel, and Hotel Apartment are located at Dubai Marina and constitute 3,20,000 Sqm. Built-up area on land. The building consists of one central Retail Mall, one Gourmet Tower, and Tower of G+ 38 Floor Hotel and Hotel apartment, including Offices.
Team Leader-MEP - August 2004 - August 2006 :
Meinhardt Singapore Pte Ltd. (India Branch)
** I was responsible for leading the entire MEP services design studio, coordinating with the other interrelated design firms like Architectural, structural, etc. to ensure that the quality of work being executed by the contractor at the site by periodic inspection of the services, and finally ensuring the proper handling over the system to the client from the contractor. I was also involved in business development for the company.
** Involved in preparing feasibility studies and budgets, as required, for projects (i.e. MEP work) and report on a monthly and annual basis, prepared business plan; forecast revenues, and profitability by projecting varied business cases to be submitted.
** Participate in the scope of work review, budgeting, design development, and drawings submittals at the project site, justification of changed work order and propose appropriate value engineering options and due diligence to confirm the viability of systems; ensure all relevant drawings re-leased for the execution of works have been coordinated.
Major project undertaken under my leadership are as follows :
Mega Sports Complex - Mega Sports Complex Hotwar, Ranchi,Jharkhand.
Client name : Government of Jharkhand
M&E Construction Cost : INR 1280 million
** Nature of Job : Sports Complex Design and project management
** The Mega Sports Complex at Hotwar, Ranchi constitutes 227 acres of land hand will host the 34th National Games in February 2007. The sports complex comprises a main multifunctional 35,000 capacity athletics stadium with 8-lane Practice Track; 3 indoor stadiums, of 4000 capacities each, for Gymnastics & Judo, Badminton& Table Tennis and Volleyball & Basket Ball; and 5 outdoor stadiums with sports facilities featuring a Velodrome, a 2000-capacity Tennis Centre, a 2000-capacity Aquatic Centre; Kho-Kho & Kabaddi grounds and a Shooting range. The state-of-the-art complex also includes 2 hostel blocks, an Administrative Building, and a 24m high water tower. The project was awarded as one of the best design projects by the Indian Olympic Association.
Hilton Hotel - Hilton Hotel, Chennai 5Star HotelClient name : Empee Hotel Chennai:
M&E Construction cost : Approx. INR 110 million
Nature of Job : 5 Star Hotel Design
** The Hilton Hotel, Chennai is a 5-star Hotel constructed on an area of approx.1.0 million SFT. The state-of-the-art hotel comprises 250 rooms of various categories, 24 Hour Dining, Restaurant, Health club, Ball Room, Meeting Rooms and Swimming pools on the terrace and reflective Pools, etc.
** I was responsible for designing of HVAC System of approx. 1500 TR air conditioning, designing of Building Management and Security System (BMS), and overall design and implementation responsibility of M&E services.
Linear Apartment - Linear Apartment, Pune 5 Star Residential Hotel Apartment :
Client name : Pansheel Developers
M&E Construction cost : INR 80 million
Nature of Job : Hotel Apartment Design.
The Linear Apartment, Pune is a 5-star Hotel cum Apartment constructed on an area of 1.2 million sqft. The state-of-the-art Apartment comprises 100 apartments of various categories, 24 Hour Dining, Restaurant, Health club and Swimming pools, and reflective Pools.
IT Office Building - Corporate Office Building, GurgaonClient name : Uppal Agencies Pvt. Ltd:
M&E Construction cost : INR 55 million (Approx.)
Nature of Job : Corporate I.T building design and project management.
The project constitutes a prime Grade -A IT building in Gurgaon. The state-of-the-art structure spread, over a total plot area of 7,800 Sqm, has two basements, a ground, and six floors – each of 3,100 Sqm.
Ranbaxy Poantasahib : Pharmaceutical Project
Client name : Ranbaxy, limited.
M&E Construction cost : Unknown
Nature of Job : Pharmaceutical Factory design.
** The project constitutes a Process and manufacturing factory for Ranbaxy Laboratories manufacturing medicines, at Poantsahib, Himachal.
** I was responsible for the overall designing of the HVAC and BMS system for various types of building services and its coordination with the other inter-related departments.
Senior Design Engineer-HVAC - May 2002 - April 2004 :
C.P Kukreja & Associates Pvt.Ltd, New Delhi, India
I was responsible for the overall designing of the HVAC and BMS system for various types of building services and its coordination with the other inter-related departments.
Major projects executed are mentioned below :
Pathways World School, Gurgaon –One of the most advanced andCostly Schools in India
Client name : Pathways School, Gurgaon
HVAC Work cost : INR. 45 Million (Approx.)
Nature of Job : International School design (Centrally air-conditioned).
The project constitutes a prime Grade-A Co-ed School with all amenities, in Gurgaon, Haryana. The state-of-the-art structure spread, over a total plot area of approx. 17 Acres, has two Hostels, Canteen and Class Rooms unto 12th Standard, Auditorium, Music and Games room, etc.
Gold Souk -Gurgaon :
Client name : Arens Gold Souk, International Ltd
HVAC work cost : INR. 2.0 Crores (Approx.)
Nature of Job : Commercial project Design.
The project constitutes a prime Grade-A Shopping Mall exclusively for the Gold Shopping, Delhi.
East Delhi Mall,Kaushambi, Ghaziabad (U.P) :
Client name : CCPL Delhi
HVAC Work cost : INR. 10.0 million (Approx.)
Nature of Job : Commercial project Design.
The project constitutes a prime Grade-A and one of the largest Shopping Mall designed for all kinds of Shops, located in East Delhi. I had designed the first successfully running cogeneration system of 1500 TR in north India during that period.
IHBAS Hospital - Institute for human behavior and allied science Hospital, Shahdara, Delhi.
Client name : CPWD
HVAC works cost : Rs. 30 million (Approx.)
Nature of Job : Government Hospital and Research Centre Design.
** The project constitutes a hospital cum research center for the Institute of Human behavior and allied Sciences, located in Shahdara, Delhi. The complex includes 4 Nos. Buildings each consist of 100 beds hospital, research laboratories, Minor Operation Theatre, and one Administration building.
** I was responsible for the HVAC and BMS services design work and its coordination with the other interrelated department.
Design Engineer-HVAC - July 1999 - April 2002
Gupta Consultants Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi, India
I was responsible for the HVAC and BMS services design work and its co- ordination with the other inter related department
Major projects executed are mentioned as below :
I.I.I.T. - Indian Institute of Information and Technology (I.I.I.T), Allahabad- University
Client name : EDCIL, Noida
HVAC works cost :Rs. 40 million (Approx.)
Nature of Job : I.T University Design
** This is one of most famous I.T University in India. The project constitutes fully Air Conditioned Academic Building for Indian institute of Information Technology, located in Allahabad. The complex includes various academic Building, research laboratories, Auditorium, Canteen and Administration building, etc.
** I was responsible for the HVAC system design of 450 TR
Global Business Park - Corporate Building, Gurgaon
Client name :Unitech Pvt. ltd.
M&E Construction cost :Unknown;
Nature of Job : Corporate building (Core & shell) design.
** This is one of the most famous Commercial and corporate building project in Gurgaon. The project constitutes design of HVAC and BMS for Tower ‘C” and Tower ‘D’ for Commercial office building having G+6 and G+9 Floors.
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