Experience

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company)

• United Arab Emirates
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Internal Audit Quality Advisory

  • Mar 2022 - Present



Qatari Diar

• Qatar
• Real Estate
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Development Audit Head

  • Sep 2018 - Mar 2022

  Qatar I was accountable for Heading Development Audits of QD’s Real Estate and Infrastructure Development (Capital Projects) across Qatar and US, UK, Asia, Africa Regions. I displayed keen acumen in leading the diversified Development Portfolio of 5-Star Hotel Development (UK, Asia & Africa regions) High-Rise Building & Infrastructure Packages, End-To-End JV, and Subsidiary Audit. Actively participated in reviewing and finalizing internal and co-sourced auditor’s reports, managing audit budget &… Show more I was accountable for Heading Development Audits of QD’s Real Estate and Infrastructure Development (Capital Projects) across Qatar and US, UK, Asia, Africa Regions. I displayed keen acumen in leading the diversified Development Portfolio of 5-Star Hotel Development (UK, Asia & Africa regions) High-Rise Building & Infrastructure Packages, End-To-End JV, and Subsidiary Audit. Actively participated in reviewing and finalizing internal and co-sourced auditor’s reports, managing audit budget & timelines of internal and co-sourced auditor’s assignments. Conducting Policies & Procedures Gap Assessment Reviews to strengthen internal controls. Outcome • Pivotal in managing end-to-end Development / Project Management Life Cycle Audit Assignments from initiation to closure such as: o Development Lifecycle (Own & JV) Reviews; focusing on the review of Development / JV Agreement / HMA /Client SPA Compliances, Business Plans & Feasibility Studies, Fund Management, KPI Progress and Development Strategies o Project Management Audits using Project Management Framework; including key areas such as Project Scope, Schedule, Budget, Quality, HSE, Contract Management (VO/ Claims / Final Settlement Agreements), Project Closure, Readiness of Events (Hotel Asset, Residential & Commercial Projects) and handover to Asset Management/Authorities • Led reviews of Corporate Audits as Portfolio Investments, Risk Management, Planning & Performance • Initiated and facilitated Project Management Trainings / Knowledge Sharing Sessions aimed at skill-development • Assisted the Internal Audit Division Chief in developing a Risk-based 3-year Audit Plan focusing on critical parameters such as Strategic Importance, Development /Project KPIs Show less



Protiviti Middle East Member Firm

• United Arab Emirates
• Business Consulting and Services
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Manager- CPC, Advisory

  • Aug 2017 - Aug 2018

  United Arab Emirates I was accountable for Conducted Internal Audits / Project Review for Capital Projects (Real Estate & Power Infra) and recommended strategic controls to enhance business operations and cost savings. I possess cross-functional knowledge and versatile record in developing Internal Audit Plans, Risk Control Matrix, and Audit Universe as well as performing Risk Management Exercise for their existing operating functions and new projects. Outcome • I was handheld for executing Joint… Show more I was accountable for Conducted Internal Audits / Project Review for Capital Projects (Real Estate & Power Infra) and recommended strategic controls to enhance business operations and cost savings. I possess cross-functional knowledge and versatile record in developing Internal Audit Plans, Risk Control Matrix, and Audit Universe as well as performing Risk Management Exercise for their existing operating functions and new projects. Outcome • I was handheld for executing Joint Stakeholder Project Governance & Project Management Review for Shuaa Energy II (Solar Power -800MW) Project, Dubai for checking tender, contract & Q-HSE compliances, PMC & EPC deliverables, budget and schedule analysis, delay mitigation plans, claims/variations/permit status reviews, power evacuation, and O&M readiness, etc. • Managed Key UAE Clients like DEWA, Masdar Energy, EAD, ALDAR, AMLAK Finance, UPC, ENEC, ADCO; led & conducted: o Project Appraisal and Project Execution Review for a leading Investment Bank’s Assets o End-to-End Real Estate Development Review with focus on end-to-end development lifecycle of the project o EPC Real Estate Company and Pre-cast Manufacturing Plant’s Process Gap Analysis and developed policies & SOPs o Operational Excellence Review for a leading Precast Manufacturing Company Show less



PwC India

• India
• Business Consulting and Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager- GRID, Advisory- Mumbai

  • Dec 2015 - Jun 2017

  Mumbai I deploy my sharp business acumen in the development of Project Management Solutions mainly on project interface, time, cost & risk management. I was involved in setting-up PMO and drove its implementation for complex projects. Built and analyzed project schedules (critical paths), project budgets for Capital Projects. Mapped client’s project priority with its master plan and led efforts to resolve project critical issues. Drafted strategies of market competitors and developing counter plans… Show more I deploy my sharp business acumen in the development of Project Management Solutions mainly on project interface, time, cost & risk management. I was involved in setting-up PMO and drove its implementation for complex projects. Built and analyzed project schedules (critical paths), project budgets for Capital Projects. Mapped client’s project priority with its master plan and led efforts to resolve project critical issues. Drafted strategies of market competitors and developing counter plans. Maintained updates about circulation numbers and educating clients about weekly/monthly progress. Outcome • Successfully conducted Internal Audits / Capital Project Review for Capital Projects and suggested strategic controls to enhance business operations and cost savings • Facilitated decision-making meetings with CXO level to expedite critical-decision issues and early warning signs • Formulated MIS Dashboards for reporting time & cost delays, quality NCs, reporting along with mitigation plans Show less



Real Estate and EPC Company, Kalpataru, India

• Senior Manager - Group Assurance

  • Jun 2014 - Nov 2015

  Mumbai Area, India I was accountable for formulating Internal Audit Plans & Budgets at the group level, created Audit Universe and Risk Control Matrix for existing and new functions/projects. Successfully performed Capital and Real Estate Projects progress reviews using Project MIS, Project Schedules and Site Visits; planned Process Audit including business development & tendering, project & procurement, contract management Outcome • Built Scenario Analysis and provided key insights to t management… Show more I was accountable for formulating Internal Audit Plans & Budgets at the group level, created Audit Universe and Risk Control Matrix for existing and new functions/projects. Successfully performed Capital and Real Estate Projects progress reviews using Project MIS, Project Schedules and Site Visits; planned Process Audit including business development & tendering, project & procurement, contract management Outcome • Built Scenario Analysis and provided key insights to t management about various project risks and their impact on financials • Led & conducted end-to-end Project Management Audits, using Project Management Framework focusing on Schedule, Budget, QA, HSE, Contract Management (VO/ Claims / Final Settlement Agreements), Project Closure and timely Handover • Performed Gap Assessment of existing policies & procedures and developed effective & advanced SOPs/ MBPs/ DOA for Infra / Power Projects and Utilities; managed audit budget and timelines of Internal and External Auditor’s assignments Show less



KPMG

• Canada
• Accounting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Manager in Governance Risk & Compliance Services

  • Aug 2009 - Mar 2014

  Mumbai Area, India I was hand-picked up for setting up of Project Management Office (PMO) and led its implementation for complex projects such as Thermal Power Plants, Electrical T&D Projects, Pharmacy Plants, etc. Conducted various Risk-based Utility and Project Audits. Outcome • Successfully delivered 8% revenue growth post 3 years CAGR of FLAT 1% through the efficient execution of all marketing & customer communications and programs • Formulated advanced (ERP supported) SOPs/ MBPs and facilitated… Show more I was hand-picked up for setting up of Project Management Office (PMO) and led its implementation for complex projects such as Thermal Power Plants, Electrical T&D Projects, Pharmacy Plants, etc. Conducted various Risk-based Utility and Project Audits. Outcome • Successfully delivered 8% revenue growth post 3 years CAGR of FLAT 1% through the efficient execution of all marketing & customer communications and programs • Formulated advanced (ERP supported) SOPs/ MBPs and facilitated delegation of authorities (DoAs) for Real Estate/ infra / Power / Biomass Projects and Utilities; proactively conducted implementation review along with gap analysis • Built project strategies, business process re-engineering, project management with a focus on project profitability PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE May’08 -Aug’09 Feedback Ventures Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, India Asst. Manager - Energy Division NOV’07- APR’08 Reliance Energy Ltd., India Sr. Engineer – Business Operations (Recovery Management) Apr’05 – Oct’07 Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL), Bhandup Urban Zone, India Section In-Charge / Engineer – Operations & Maintenance Show less