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The Indian construction sector stands as a pivotal contributor to the nation’s economic growth, infrastructure development, and employment generation. However, amid its immense potential lies a maze of challenges ranging from regulatory hurdles to technological advancements. In addressing these complexities, InCoBAN brings forth innovative approaches to drive sustainable growth and transformation within the industry. Understanding […]

Infrastructure is essential for the pursuit of sustainable development because it supports social advancement, economic expansion, and environmental sustainability. Its relevance is amplified within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which were established by the United Nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, aiming to address various global […]

The workforce’s skills are the threads that bind expertise, precision, and innovation in the construction sector’s expansive tapestry. This blog analyzes the essential part that skill development and training serve in the construction industry, highlighting the intricate manners in which they shape not only the trajectories chosen by individual employees but also the industry in […]

Amidst rising environmental concerns, the construction sector is taking off on a transformative journey towards sustainable infrastructure. This topic is about envisioning a future where our constructions benefit the earth rather than destroy it; it’s not merely about bricks and beams.  Collectively, we will learn about the basic principles of sustainable infrastructure, its real-world implications, […]

Every construction project carries its own tale of triumphs and trials. By delving into specific case studies, we can uncover the intricacies of each project, understanding what contributes to its success or poses challenges. In this blog, we’ll embark on an insightful journey into various metro projects across India, focusing on renowned metro systems such […]

Over numerous decades, several ambitious infrastructure projects have fueled India’s prosperity and development. Every century since the 1950s, when nation-building projects were launched, and innovative projects took the stage, groundbreaking initiatives have changed the contours of our country’s infrastructure. This blog post will highlight India’s progress towards modernization and growth by examining a few notable […]

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Anand V

Anand is a seasoned Project Controls and Planning Manager with over three decades of experience and a skilled professional with a strong foundation in engineering and computer science. With a proven track record of success in large-scale projects, has expertise in planning, scheduling, and project management. Served as an in-house training faculty at L&T, sharing their knowledge through effective training programs and lectures.

Education

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) – Karnataka Regional Engineering College, Surathkal (1985 – 1989)
  • Master of Technology (Industrial Structures – JSS Science and Technology University, Mysuru (2021-2023)

Expertise

  • Project Management
  • Project Controls
  • Contracts Administration
  • Training and Development – Approved in-house Training Faculty at L&T on Project Management and Planning

Professional Experience

Larsen & Toubro Limited, Construction Division (1989 -2022)
  • 2020-2022: Project Manager, Wipro, IT SEZ Project, Bengaluru
  • 2019-2020: Project Controls, Planning, Contracts Administration, Al Rayyan FIFA Stadium, Qatar
  • 2016-2018: Project Controls, Planning, Contracts Administration, Wipro, IT SEZ Project, Bengaluru
  • 2013-2015: Project Controls, Planning, Contracts Administration, Shell’s New Technology Centre, Bengaluru
  • 2009-2012: Planning, Mixed-used Development Project – Seawoods Grand Central
  • 2006-2008: Project Controls, Mogul Gardens Residential Buildings, Dubai
  • 2003-2005: Internal System Compliance & Management Information System, Project Schedule Monitoring, Electricity & Water Training Institute Project, Kuwait
  • 1998-2003: Tender to project handover, Tarapur Atomic Power Project-3&4, Head of Technical Office
  • 1989-1997: Graduate Trainee to Planning Manager, Kaiga Atomic Power Project-1&2, Precision surveying, Fabrication of Embedded Parts, Construction Methods Planning, Construction of ReEngineered Prestressed Concrete Dome

Bhagya S Nair

Co-founder InCoBAN Ecosystem

Director & VP Operations, Synergasia BE-NEX Private Limited

Ms. Bhagya has 15+ years of experience in construction project management in infrastructure, commercial, institutional, residential buildings etc. She has successfully driven change initiatives at organisational level like Integrated PM, Lean Construction, Project Digitalisation, Risk Management etc. She also volunteers with professional bodies and has mentors young and experienced professionals on project controls.

Education

  • 2022, Chevening Gurukul fellowship program on leadership and excellence from the University of Oxford, UK
  • 2021-2022, Advance Masters in Public Policy from Indian School of Business
  • 2008 – 2010, Master of Technology in Construction Technology & Management from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
  • 2002 – 2006, Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering from College of Engineering, Trivandrum

Volunteering

  • Secretary – AACEI India Section, 2019 – 2022

Licenses & Certifications

  • Earned Value Professional from AACE International
  • Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Microsoft Power BI from Microsoft

Expertise

  • Integrated Project Management
  • Project Controls
  • Public Policy
  • Project Digitalisation
  • Earned Value Management
  • Planning & Scheduling

Professional Experience

  • Co-founder-InCoBAN, Director & VP Operations Synergasia BE-NEX Pvt. Ltd., 2023 – Present
  • AGM – Project Management, Real Estate Bangalore International Airport Ltd., 2020 – 2023
  • Project Control Lead, Karle Infra Pvt. Ltd., 2017 – 2019
  • Planning Manager, Larsen & Toubro, 2006 – 2017

Publications & Achievements

  • RICS South East Asia Best Project Management Team Award, Bengaluru Airport City Ltd., 2023
  • “BIM-Specific Prequalification Criteria in Construction Projects: Exploring the Nature and Timeline of Their Inclusion” – Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction
  • “Re-thinking Earned Value Management from a practitioners perspective” – Indian Lean Construction Conference – ILCC 2021
  • CII DX Award for Best Practices in Digital Transformation, Bengaluru Airport City Ltd., 2021
  • Poster presentation on “Risk Analysis & Contingency Determination Methods” at PMPC, 2017
  • Project Risk Management Team Award, L&T Construction, 2016
  • George Oomen Memorial Prize in 17th Indian Engineering Congress, 2013 – “An Application of Lean Construction Techniques to MEP Systems in Indian Building Construction Projects”