Alpin Darende

Experience

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  SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.

  Oct 2005 - now

  • Directing the in-house engineering and design team within the Electrical & ELV Division, overseeing the preparation and submission of drawings, and ensuring compliance with client specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, resulting in streamlined project execution and client satisfaction.• Facilitating seamless communication and collaboration between internal teams and external suppliers through comprehensive techno-commercial correspondences, negotiating favorable terms and conditions to optimize procurement processes and maintaining cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality or project timelines.• Collaborating closely with the procurement department to streamline the selection and material submittal process, leveraging expertise in product evaluation and supplier management to ensure the acquisition of high-quality materials and equipment within budget constraints, enhancing project efficiency and minimizing potential risks.• Providing essential support and coordination to construction teams across various project sites, offering technical guidance, resolving on-site challenges, and ensuring adherence to project specifications, safety protocols, and timeline milestones, thereby facilitating smooth project progression and minimizing disruptions.• Regularly reporting to the higher management of the company, furnishing comprehensive updates on project progress, resource utilization, budgetary allocations, and potential risks or opportunities, demonstrating accountability, transparency, and a proactive approach to addressing challenges and achieving organizational objectives. Show less • Spearheading the Tender and Estimation Department for the Electrical & ELV Division, orchestrating the preparation and submission of over 100 bids within the past five years, resulting in a significant increase in project acquisition rate and revenue generation.• Implementing strategic bidding methodologies and cost estimation techniques, resulting in a notable enhancement of bid success rate, showcasing adeptness in analyzing project requirements, identifying potential risks, and formulating competitive pricing strategies to secure lucrative contracts.• Directing a proficient team of estimators and engineers, fostering a collaborative environment focused on meticulous bid preparation, comprehensive risk assessment, and timely submission, thereby establishing the division as a trusted partner in delivering high-quality electrical and ELV solutions tailored to client specifications and industry standards.• Leveraging in-depth technical expertise in electrical and ELV systems to provide valuable insights during the tendering process, contributing to the development of innovative solutions and accurate project assessments, thereby ensuring the alignment of bids with client expectations and industry regulations, ultimately enhancing the company's reputation for delivering exceptional quality and value-added services.• Facilitating the submission of tender queries, addressing post-tender clarification inquiries from clients, and conducting thorough tender analyses and lessons learned meetings with top management, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of project requirements, and optimizing bid strategies while enhancing organizational knowledge and performance. Show less as Technical Manager• Led the in-house engineering and design team within the Electrical & ELV Division, ensuring streamlined project execution and client satisfaction.• Conducted detailed techno-commercial correspondences with effective communication to achieve collaboration between internal teams and external suppliers, negotiated favorable terms, and maintained cost-effectiveness while upholding quality and project timelines.• Collaborated with the procurement department in the selection and material submittal process, utilizing expertise in product evaluation and supplier management to acquire top-quality materials within budgetary constraints.• Empowered construction teams across multiple sites with vital support and coordination, imparting technical guidance, resolving on-site challenges, and enforcing adherence to project specifications, safety protocols, and timeline milestones. • Regularly briefed senior management on project progress, resource allocation, budget management, and identified risks/opportunities.as Estimation Engineer• In addition to the Technical Manager role, assigned by the management to support the Tendering Department played a pivotal role in bid preparation and ensuring alignment with tender requirements while benefiting from the extensive technical knowledge and on-site construction experience.• Developed a deep understanding of tender documents through detailed review, conducted accurate take-offs, and engaged in effective supplier correspondences to receive accurate quotations, demonstrating proficiency in negotiating favorable terms and conditions to optimize project costing and resource allocation.• Implemented advanced BOQ pricing methodologies and strategies, leveraging insights from previous site construction experience to accurately assess project requirements, anticipate potential challenges, and formulate competitive pricing strategies that enhanced the division's competitiveness and increased bid success rate. Show less • Assigned in prestigious projects valued over 100 million Qatari riyals, demonstrating successful management and installation of Electrical & ELV services and adept coordination within MEP systems as well as with other disciplines ensuring collaboration and integration across multi-disciplinary teams, resulting in the efficient execution and delivery of such high-value projects within budgetary and timeline constraints.• Played a pivotal role in all phases of site construction, from initial design and material selections to approvals, installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover, ensuring meticulous attention to detail, adherence to project specifications, and compliance with regulatory standards, thereby guaranteeing seamless project progression and client satisfaction.• Actively participated in progress meetings with stakeholders, including clients, consultants, and contractors, providing valuable insights, addressing concerns, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration between different project teams, contributing to the resolution of issues and the attainment of project milestones.• Reported directly to both the Electrical Construction Manager and Project Manager, furnishing comprehensive updates on project status, resource utilization, technical challenges, and proposed solutions, while actively contributing to strategic decision-making processes and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.• Led the design, procurement, testing and commissioning, and hand over phases. Show less • Expanded role from Jr. Electrical & ELV Engineer to encompass additional responsibilities, including managing techno-commercial communications with awarded suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring efficient agreement processes, and fostering collaborative relationships to optimize project outcomes and mitigate risks.• Involved in the material submittals' submission and approval process, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely approvals and seamless integration of materials into project plans, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.• Provided guidance and support to the in-house design team, leveraging expertise to ensure the implementation of approved manufacturers' particular requirements on design drawings, thereby enhancing design accuracy and compliance with project specifications, contributing to the successful execution of projects, such as the “Design & Build” Burj Doha Office Tower, where involvement across all phases over 5 years amplified my experience and proficiency in major project’s coordination, execution, management and delivery. Show less • Garnered invaluable on-site experience across a diverse range of electrical and ELV systems throughout the construction and testing & commissioning phases, cultivating a robust foundation in project execution and management within the MEP industry.• Undertook responsibility for material requests, ensuring timely procurement and delivery of essential components, while also overseeing the correct implementation of drawings to guarantee adherence to project specifications and regulatory standards, thereby contributing to the seamless progression of site activities and the achievement of project milestones.• Actively engaged with site foremen to receive daily progress reports, meticulously organizing and analyzing the data to track installation progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and proactively address emerging issues, while providing comprehensive weekly updates to the Electrical Construction Manager, demonstrating effective communication and collaboration skills essential for project success. 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  • Technical Manager – Electrical & ELV Division

    Sept 2019 - now

  • Estimation/Tender Manager

    Sept 2019 - now

  • Technical Manager – Electrical & ELV Division

    Feb 2017 - Aug 2019

  • Senior Electrical & ELV Engineer

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2017

  • Electrical & ELV Engineer

    Jul 2007 - Jan 2013

  • Junior Electrical & ELV Site Engineer

    Oct 2005 - Jul 2007