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Rajendran Rajagopal

Senior Manager - Infrastructure / Highway Projects
Puchong,Selangor

Summary

Versatile, forward-thinking International Senior Manager specializing in Project Management and skilled at planning, implementing and delivering successfully to drive business growth and efficiency. Pursuing new professional challenges with a growth-oriented company.

Work History

Senior Project Manager

New Zealand Transport Agency
3 2007 - 8 2023
  • Responsible for the full lifecycle of projects from Business Case development, Feasibility Study and Options Reports, Design, Resource Consents, Tender and Award of Contracts, Contract/Project Management and handover to Operations and Maintenance.
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders including iwi to meet objectives and boost rapport.

General Manager - Projects

DMIA Malaysia / TDM Infrastructure India
1 2004 - 1 2007
  • Managed the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the 170 km Sagar-Damoh-Jabalpur highway project.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Deputy Technical Manager

HSS-KMQR JV PMC for DRB-HICOM
Shah Alam, Selangor
03.2003 - 01.2004
  • HSSI-KMQR was the Project Management Company appointed by the Concessionaire DRB-HICOM to lead the delivery of the Electrification and Double -Tracking of Rails between Rawang and Ipoh in Malaysia.Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed the programme of Utilities Works of 15 contractors/sub-contractors on various packages for delivery on time and saving as much as 6 months of additional time and related costs. Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Value Engineered the drainage design around some sections and reduced costs for construction by 7%.
  • Reviewed the performance of consultants, sub-contractors, suppliers and the main contractor on the execution of the Physical Works Contract.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering -

Indian Institute of Technology - Madras, India

Skills

End-to-end Project Management

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Affiliations

  • Engineering New Zealand, Member, MEngNZ, Current
  • Association of Professional Engineers, Australia APEA, Member (past)
  • Board of Engineers Malaysia, Professional Engineer (PE) (not renewed)
  • Institution of Engineers, Malaysia MIEM, Member (not renewed)

Languages

English
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Bahasa Malaysia/ Bahasa Indonesia
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

Deputy Technical Manager

HSS-KMQR JV PMC for DRB-HICOM
03.2003 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering -

Indian Institute of Technology - Madras, India

Senior Project Manager

New Zealand Transport Agency
3 2007 - 8 2023

General Manager - Projects

DMIA Malaysia / TDM Infrastructure India
1 2004 - 1 2007

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

Hybrid

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsWork from home optionPersonal development programsWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePaid sick leave

Software

Microsoft Office

SAP

Planview

Quote

How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these.
George Washington Carver

Interests

Microsoft Office

Meditation

Work Availability

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Rajendran RajagopalSenior Manager - Infrastructure / Highway Projects