Nalin

[email protected] • +91-9840684003 • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nalin-bezaleel/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Strategic and results-driven Planning & Cost Control Professional with over 10 years of proven success in metro rail, tunneling, and large-scale infrastructure projects. Expert in driving excellence across project planning, scheduling, estimation, and execution management while ensuring strict adherence to time, cost, and quality objectives. Skilled in Primavera P6, cost forecasting, and risk analysis to deliver data-driven project insights and operational efficiency. Recognized for leading multi-disciplinary teams, optimizing resources, and aligning technical execution with organizational strategy. Seeking a senior leadership role in Project Planning, Cost Control, or Infrastructure Management, where strategic vision and technical expertise can accelerate project success and organizational growth.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Planning Manager - CMRL TU 02 Project
05/2021 - Present
Larsen & Toubro Construction (Heavy Civil Infrastructure IC) , Chennai
• Spearheading planning and scheduling for an underground metro corridor encompassing 8 TBMs, 4 stations, and multiple interface contracts
• Driving cost control, monitoring, and performance tracking, ensuring delivery within approved budgets and timelines
• Conducted comprehensive cost evaluations and vendor negotiations for subcontractor finalization aligned with contractual and financial objectives
• Enforced contract compliance, monitored milestone progress, and implemented proactive measures to mitigate schedule and cost risks
• Developed and maintained baseline and updated schedules in Primavera P6, integrating time–cost–quality benchmarks across project phases
• Coordinated with design, procurement, and execution teams to ensure seamless interdepartmental collaboration and issue resolution
• Prepared and presented MIS reports, recovery schedules, and monthly client deliverables, adhering to CMRL reporting protocols
• Contributed to risk identification, float optimization, and sequence revisions based on site dynamics and construction progress
• Supported resource forecasting, progress validation, and interface coordination for effective project control and stakeholder alignment
Technical Coordinator – Metros Business Unit
Larsen & Toubro Construction (Heavy Civil Infrastructure IC)
• Coordinated planning, design, and execution workflows across domestic and international metro projects, ensuring technical coherence and progress tracking
• Supported tendering and proposal development by providing planning insights, resource assessments, and schedule integration for upcoming metro bids
Cost Control Manager – Ahmedabad Metro Underground Package 02
Larsen & Toubro Construction (Heavy Civil Infrastructure IC)
• Managed project planning, scheduling, and cost control, ensuring alignment with contractual and financial KPIs
• Evaluated and finalized claims, variation orders, and client change requests, safeguarding project profitability
• Engaged with clients through regular progress meetings, addressing concerns and ensuring timely issue resolution
• Prepared and submitted monthly progress bills based on executed quantities, ensuring timely certification and payment
• Led subcontractor identification, negotiation, and billing processes, optimizing cost efficiency and cash flow
• Oversaw plant, material, and resource utilization, maintaining optimal inventory levels and site productivity
• Conducted quality inspections with subcontractors to ensure compliance with design and specification standards
• Implemented Earned Value Management (EVM) for monitoring project progress through S-curves, SPI/CPI, and variance analysis
• Developed and submitted detailed work programs in line with contractual milestones, ensuring adequate manpower and equipment deployment
• Collaborated with construction and QA/QC teams for method statement preparation and approval by the client/engineer
Cost Control Manager – Chennai Metro Underground Package 02
Larsen & Toubro Construction (Heavy Civil Infrastructure IC)
• Directed project planning, cost monitoring, and financial control for the underground metro package
• Assessed and negotiated claims, variations, and change orders to secure client approvals and maintain project margins
• Conducted periodic client meetings to review progress, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to deliverables
• Prepared and submitted monthly bills and cost statements, ensuring timely certification and payment realization
• Managed subcontractor onboarding, negotiations, and billing cycles to maintain cash flow discipline
• Generated daily and monthly progress reports for internal and client review, highlighting key milestones and performance indicators
Trainee – Fast Reactor Fuel Cycle Facility (FRFCF)
Larsen & Toubro Construction (Heavy Civil Infrastructure IC)
• Assisted in design validation and confirmatory geotechnical investigations for the Fast Reactor Fuel Cycle Facility project
• Developed cost estimates and planning documentation for the ₹400 Cr Waste Management Plant (WMP) package, supporting tender and execution readiness

EDUCATION

Master of Engineering (Structural Engineering)
01/2013 - 01/2015
Anna University
Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering)
01/2009 - 01/2013
SRM University

SKILLS

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