Danu Thanujen Chandrakumar, BSc (Hons), MSc, MCIOB, Assoc RICS

Experience

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  Milcris

  Jul 2011 - Aug 2012

  Summer Internship

  Quantity Surveying I have had experience in working in the office, under 3 different projects. 8 different projects. 1 of which includes:Muscat international Airport. This is an on going project where by they are trying to separate domestic flights with international flights. This project has been on going for the last 4 years. Predicted to finish 2015. I am hoping to revisit the site and review it's progress.This Apprenticeship included the following:- Understanding the Quality Management System of Milcris- Study of Tender, Construction and As-Built Drawings- Preparation of a Cash flow statement, project cash flows for different phases - Site inspections,, observing Site progress meetings - Measurement of quantities using AutoCad - Theoretical Aspects of different procreant routes, rules and ethics of Cost Consultancy - Report writing and recording minutes - Role of Arbitrator Show less

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  D&B Construction UK LTD

  Jul 2011 - Jul 2011

  Apprentice

  This Apprenticeship targeted the following criteria: - Teamwork - Night work to fulfil client requests- Develop Detail Design in the absence of existing floor pans - Takeoff from the Detail Design to find out Tender Budget - Demolition works setting out observation - "Hazard substances identifications" such as asbestos and abandoned power cables observation while doing by specialised Engineers

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  RICS

  Feb 2013 - now

  Trainee
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  Currie & Brown

  Jun 2015 - Oct 2016

  Assistant Cost Manager

  In this time, I developed life cycle costing models for data centres to analyse and optimize financial considerations throughout project lifecycles. I orchestrated £79M Channels Golf Course residential development by contributing to success of prominent residential project. I performed benchmark and feasibility studies to inform strategic decision-making and optimize operational efficiency.Key Successes:• Managed and executed diverse Ministry of Justice projects ranging from £0.5M to £5M.• Led £1.5M St. Aubyn's School project by demonstrating exceptional leadership and excellence in the education sector.• Regulated Dar Al-Hansah's confidential project by overseeing an $88M budget for office fit-out and residential components.• Handled multiple BBC projects, encompassing commercial, office fit-out, and studio developments with budgets ranging from £0.04M to £3M.measure quantitiesPre / Post Tender analysisUse of Measurement software and cost estimating software Cost X and Causeway CATO Show less

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  Edmond Shipway

  Nov 2016 - Sept 2017

  Graduate Cost Consultant

  Here, I utilized software to extract measurements from drawings by facilitating accurate quantity assessments. I steered monthly valuations and issued timely interim certificates by ensuring accurate financial reporting and project progress transparency. I conducted on-site project visits to assess progress by ensuring accurate valuations for effective project management. I participated in end-to-end tender management, encompassing both pre-tender and post-tender phases, including preparation of contract documents.Key Successes:• Led diverse NHS projects ranging from £100k to £3M in public sector.• Contributed to contract sum analysis, tender reports, and project measurement processes.• Oversaw operations at The Hut Group Production Centre by achieving production output of 6M units.• Coordinated multiple Memoria (Crematoriums new build) projects ranging from £2.5M to £5M pounds in both commercial and public sectors.The role includes:Preparation of Tender documents,Assisting with Tender Analysis,Preparation of contract documents,Site valuations, Preparation of Interim certificates,Assessing Variations.Use of Cost estimating Software Ripac Show less

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  Quantem

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  Graduate Quantity Surveyor
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  Telent Technology Services Ltd

  Apr 2018 - Sept 2018

  Quantity Surveyor

  Rail QS for a contractor, working for J Murphy & Sons, Network Rail, Thameslink & EE understanding FTNX networks.

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  Frankham Group

  Oct 2019 - Jul 2021

  Quantity Surveyor

  I provided expertise to The Arch Company, Bellway Homes (Fire Cladding QS), and Kent County Council, focusing on estimating, post-contract QS work, and client expectations. I contributed to Platinum Associates (Fire Cladding QS) and East Sussex Council (PQS) with responsibilities in procurement and post-contract QS. I managed cost estimation and post-contract oversight for multiple Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) projects at AMEY Defence as Lead Quantity Surveyor.Key Successes:• Directed Quantity Surveying for façade works on Bellway Homes' projects ranging from £300k to £5M, including estimating for multiple schemes to ensure compliance.• Played key role in Project Monitoring for Royal Borough of Greenwich and handled South Western Rail post-contract tasks, including negotiating variations and final accounts. Show less

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  GSCI Consultants Ltd

  Jul 2021 - May 2022

  Cost Manager

  During this tenure, I applied diverse projects at GSCI by cultivating and refining spectrum of quantity surveyor skills, specializing in healthcare. I headed end-to-end Managed Backlog Maintenance (M&E) for North West Anglia NHS Trust, including pre/post contract cost management, tender processes, cost planning, reporting, final account, and cashflow processing. I supervised post-contract aspects of NHS West Herts Theatres Refurbishment project (8m) by overseeing cost management, reporting, cash flow, and negotiating variation accounts.Key Successes:• Managed £14M project (Unit 11) by overseeing transformation of warehouse into 2-storey offices for NHS.• Handled successful execution of series of 64 projects valued at £3M for M&E at NHS West Herts, involving procurement, tendering, and completion within compressed 6-month timeframe.• Led £80M, 8-story MSCP construction for NHS West Herts by overseeing post-contract activities, finalizing accounts, conducting cost reporting, monitoring cashflows, and negotiating variations. Show less

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  BCIS

  Oct 2022 - Nov 2023

  Construction Data Analyst

  In this current role, I empower project data team to deliver BCIS data products and consultancy services for built environment professionals. I facilitate compilation, technical production, strategic development, and delivery of construction project data for both existing and new products. I optimize construction data for market leadership by ensuring fitness for purpose, while delivering top-tier technical product support to customers. I deliver expert advice to markets and contributed to publication of technical content by demonstrating thought leadership in realm of construction project data. I optimize internal project processing to enhance efficiency and outputs across diverse workstreams through strategic implementation.Key Successes:• Researched market trends and carbon extensively by delivering valuable insights to both organization and academic communities.• Directed training sessions and provided support for quantitative surveying tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.• Conducted analysis of tender data by generating top-tier cost analysis for BCIS website and benchmark reports to inform and improve decision-making processes.• Executed BCIS data products strategy by collaborating with product managers and market teams, while maintaining consistent communication schedule with customers. Show less

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  Ardmore Group

  Feb 2024 - now

  Quantity Surveyor

  Ardmore has launched Landmark Facades, a new company dedicated to cladding works that will enable the construction group to provide specialist cladding services to support its main contractor activities as well as standalone projects for new clients.Landmark offers the Ardmore Construction Group and new third party clients a range of services including new cladding, recladding, and specialist façade system installation.Currently working as Contractor QS on projects within the cladding division of Ardmore (Landmark Facades). Working on multi million pound projects and helping the company through the cost aspects of the projects, contracts and negotiations with sub contractors. Show less