Akshay Kumbalath

Experience

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  Evens-constructions

  Dec 2018 - Jan 2021

  Project Coordinator

  • Coordinated project logistics, including scheduling, resource allocation, and materials procurement, ensuring timely project completion within budgetary constraints.• Managed procurement activities, negotiating vendor contracts and optimizing sourcing strategies, resulting in a 10% reduction in material costs.• Implemented a robust project tracking system that enhanced scheduling accuracy by 20%, achieving on-time delivery for 95% of projects.• Facilitated clear communication among project teams, clients, and subcontractors, maintaining a high client retention rate through proactive stakeholder management.• Prepared comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports and change orders, to ensure adherence to quality standards and exceed client expectations at all project phases. Show less

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  AK9 SECURITY AND FM SOLUTIONS LTD

  Apr 2021 - Feb 2022

  Operations Coordinator

  • Managed administrative personnel, providing guidance and training on office rules, procedures, and compliance with company policies and regulations.• Coordinated scheduling and prepared agendas for staff meetings, ensuring efficient communication and collaboration among team members.• Collaborated with administrative assistants to plan meetings with top management and reserve conference rooms, optimizing the use of resources.• Handled conference and event logistics, including vendor selection, visitor invitations, and purchase management, ensuring seamless execution and timely payment reconciliation. Show less

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  ARU Students'​ Union

  Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Enhanced stakeholder engagement by resolving over 100 unique student issues, resulting in a 20% increase in student engagement.• Managed a £500K budget, optimizing resource allocation and financial strategies to ensure efficient operational outcomes.• Organized and executed 15+ university events, improving operational efficiency by 25% and managing multiple network service deliveries across 3 campuses.• Utilized Monday.com for project tracking and communication, overseeing initiatives like Freshers, Global Week, and SU Awards with 4000+ student participants, fostering collaborative network implementation and data-driven improvements to student services. Show less - Strategic and results-driven leader with a passion for driving the success of student organizations.- Experienced in developing and implementing long-term plans to ensure that the Students' Union fulfills its public-benefit aims as outlined in its articles of incorporation. - Skilled in establishing goals and assessing performance against predetermined criteria to ensure that the Students' Union is making a positive impact on the student body. - Strong ability to responsibly manage the Students' Union's resources, ensuring financial viability and adhering to ethical standards. - Committed to ensuring that the Students' Union is held accountable and that its resources are utilized to serve the general public in line with its charity goals." Show less

  • Vice President (Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences) / Deputy President

    Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Director

    Jun 2022 - Jun 2023
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  MovePlan

  Aug 2023 - Mar 2024

  Project Assistant (Astra Zeneca)

  -Led onsite coordination at AstraZeneca’s Discovery Centre, ensuring successful laboratory and office relocations with minimal operational disruption.-Managed logistics for moving sophisticated equipment, directly impacting 2,000+ employees and ensuring seamless transitions.-Engaged with over 50 stakeholders, demonstrating exceptional skills in stakeholder management and collaboration.-Supported move planning and supervisory activities, enhancing project delivery standards using the MovePlan Toolkit.-Implemented Dynamics 365 for effective project tracking and communication, improving overall project transparency.-Facilitated effective communication across teams and external providers, ensuring aligned project objectives and timelines.-Developed and executed risk mitigation strategies, achieving a 20% reduction in project delays. Show less

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  Sodexo

  Apr 2024 - Nov 2024

  Event Coordinator