Avinash Ackiah

• Project Management.
• Oversaw daily operations and contract management.
• Developed cost-effective solutions to mitigate contractual risks.
• Negotiated new and existing contracts per agreed processes, meeting organization priorities.
• Conducted site surveys, visits and inspections ahead of deadlines.
• Guided and directed third-party inspectors checking projects during construction, commissioning and closeout
• Built and sustained strong professional relationships with key stakeholders.
• Responded to time-sensitive queries quickly for fast resolution.
• Proposed innovative business solutions to preserve and expand business opportunities.
• Understood and delivered contracts within agreed conditions and timeframes.
• Guaranteed site welfare conditions met HSE guidelines to promote compliance.
• Lead teams in providing customer-focused, cost-effective, and efficient service to clientele.
• Observed official policies and procedures to be fully compliant.
• Coached and mentored junior employees, delivering guidance and building strong, capable teams.
• Reported on site costs and quality.
• Represented organization in external negotiations with diverse set of customers.
• Placed and managed subcontractor orders based on project needs.
• Offered knowledge to guide decision-making.
• Investigated cases to reach resolution or conclusion.
• Recommended approaches to maintain compliance with business standards and policies.
• Recruited, developed and motivated new hires, expertly building and managing dedicated teams.
• Provided advice to gracefully handle and de-escalate conflict.
• Facilitated official agreements to resolve disagreements.
• Worked on concurrent projects simultaneously.
• Resolved disputes as independent and objective party.
• Summarized complex contractual issues for stakeholders to enhance understanding for non-technical audiences.
• Direct interface with Senior Management, client, and stakeholders at all phases of the project, to manage expectations and communicate status of project
• Lead project Engineers to develop project schedule, contract assignment schedule, cost report and cash flow requirements
• Lead contractual monitoring and reporting of the project performance as per contractual scope of works, specifications, and implementation of risk strategies

DELIVERED PROJECTS

• Construction of 44 high luxury apartments at Mon Choisy
• Construction of A Cancer treatment unit for CCARE
• Construction of ST Helene Clinic @ Cure pipe
• Construction of 42 Luxury Apartments
• Construction of a 3-star hotel - 134 Rooms

• Project Management
• Maintained strict site compliance with current safety legislation.
• Minimized defects through inspections and process reviews.
• Guided and directed third-party inspectors checking projects during construction, commissioning including closeout.
• Responded promptly to site issues with optimum solutions to prevent delays.
• Delivered inductions and toolbox talks to achieve efficient team performance.
• Collaborated with designers and subcontractors to fulfil project goals.
• Established work schedules and assignments for employees, maintaining area staffing levels at all times.
• Coordinated supply chain and procurement processes to meet budget needs.
• Implemented method statements and risk assessment reporting.
• Held regular team briefings to communicate project goals and expectations.
• Assessed areas and performed quality control to minimize risks.
• Monitored project outgoings, adapting programmes of work to meet budgetary constraints.
• Delivered contracted construction work according to time, quality and cost estimates.
• Fostered positive team culture, promoting collaboration and strong work ethic among site staff.
• Facilitated successful Health and Safety Executive (HSE) inspector visits.
• Devised tactical programmes of work to meet construction requirements.
• Reviewed building practices to ensure compliance with project management procedures and strict health and safety guidelines.

DELIVERED PROJECTS

• Construction of a new SPA at Club Med
• IRS Villa for Albion Development Ltd - Phase 4 Bis - Albion, Mauritius – Club Med
• African Leadership College for Beau Plan Campus Ltd
• Mont Choisy Golf Club House and Golf Academy
• Azuri Sheikh Villas
• IRS Villa for Albion Development Ltd - Phase 4 - Albion, Mauritius – Club Med
• Water Tank at Cascavelle for Societe La Reserve
• New Water Treatment Works @ Pailles – Concrete Works
• IRS Villas for Albion Development Ltd – Phase 3
• Construction of Port Louis Ring Road – Phase 1 from Montebello to Guibies
• Upgrading of Bridge on Pailles Branch Road
• Infrastructure Works to Mont Piton Residential Estate Project
• Flight Catering Facility at SSR International Airport
• Upgrading of Dr Jeetoo Hospital - Stage 1: Demolishing Works and Covering of Canal.
• IRS Villas for Albion Development Ltd – Phase 1/2 – Albion, Mauritius Club Med.
• Mud Filters & Box Culverts at FUEL sugar estate.
• Bush Clearing at Corniche Bay
• Anahita Waterfront Village - Civil Works
• Road Works & Services - Anahita Waterfront Residence
• Anahita Golf Course Construction – 18 Hole signature Golf Course.

DELIVERED PROJECTS

• Construction of Market Fair
• Construction of Maritime Training Centre
• Ocean Side Complex

• Supervised site work to verify quality & safety standards ahead of sign off.
• Coordinated contractors, subcontractors and laborers to deliver on projects.
• Estimated labor & material requirements to enable accurate budget planning.
• Motivated site teams to achieve quality results against construction deadlines.
• Documented daily progress, incidents and issue resolutions for accurate site records.
• Checked technical drawings for adherence to standards, maintaining operational compliance.
• Monitored & maintained health & safety standards for site compliance.
• Prepared & reviewed engineering specifications, scopes of work, schedules of payments & associated documents.
• Inspected sites to verify safety & environmental conformance ahead of work commencement.
• Oversaw Quality Control (QC) for construction teams, delivering results in line with project specifications.
• Communicated with clients & client representatives, attending regular meetings to update on progress.
• Motivated teams to deadline through regular site visits & inspections, problem-solving accordingly & eliminating bottlenecks.
• Prevented project delays through carefully considered risk & feasibility assessments.
• Minimized project risks, conducting structural monitoring to ensure maximum safety & stability.
• Wrote down work schedules & communicated changes to crew members and clients.
• Set & implemented work schedules to allow for snagging and quality assurance tasks.
• Prepared accurate project cost estimates, schedules & specifications.
• Resolved project challenges through in-depth analysis & stakeholder consultation.
• Delegated tasks & communicated deadlines to maintain good project progress.
• Evaluated operational costs & identified cost-cutting opportunities to keep project under budget.
• Organized information & completed paperwork for technical bids to secure new contracts.
• Carried out diligent site surveys & research to predict & quickly resolve possible issues.
• Minimized deviation from cost parameters through performance & budget monitoring.
• Harnessed strong data analysis & modelling to deliver complex engineering calculations.

DELIVERED PROJECTS

• Construction of a sewer treatment plant and associated building works with a major mall project
• Bridge for Medine Sugar Estate
• Quay for Mauritius Ports Authority
• Container Depot at Freeport Operations
• Malakoff Bridge at Glen Park
• La Marie New Treatment Works
• Bridgework for Ebene Trianon Link Road – RDA