This document provides a summary of Amirthalingam Palanichamy's qualifications and experience. He has over 15 years of experience in HVAC engineering and construction management. He holds a Master's degree in HVAC Engineering. Some of his roles and responsibilities have included developing designs, overseeing projects, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Notable past projects include work on hospitals, airports, shopping malls, hotels, and other commercial buildings in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and India.

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Amirthalingam Palanichamy
ConstructionManagement Professional
Mobile:+97150-8364706 E-mail:amirhvac@gmail.com
Accomplished HVAC Engineer with 15+ years of outstanding record in handling high value projects. Equipped with a
Master’s Degree in HVAC Engineering hence technically savvy in developing designs, determining specifications,
calculating energy load, preparing schematics and authoring all needed documentations. Demonstrated strong
competencies in construction supervision and technical team leadership with developed skills in strategic planning,
estimation, bill of quantities, tendering, logistics coordination and QA/QC implementation. Proven record in
efficient coordination of workers, materials and equipment whilst providing conducive management oversight for all
phases of project execution. Showed high proficiency in providing technical support plus ability to consolidate
complex technical information to solve operational problems swiftly. Aspiring to contribute and work actively to a
reputed organization where knowledge and experience will have a valuable impact.
STRENGTHS
 Master’s Degree Holder with Rich Gulf Experience  Competent to Direct Construction Operation
 Orientation with Leading Engineering Firms  HVAC & Mechanical Engineering Expertise
 Developed Network with Key Industry Players  Strategic & Tactical Planning Competency
 Strict Compliance with Quality & Safety Standards  Solutions Implementation & Process Improvement
 Strong Team Spirit & Leadership Skills  Dynamic, Proactive, Highly-driven, Result-proven
EDUCATIONALQUALIFICATIONS
Master of Engineering (Specialization in Refrigeration & Air-conditioning)
Anna University, India
Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical
Madurai Kamaraj University, India
CAREERSNAPSHOT
Senior project Engineer, Dubai civil Engineering, UAE Nov 2014 - Present
Senior project Engineer, Emirates Trading Agency LLC, UAE Sep 2008 – Oct 2014
Project Engineer, Al Hamad Construction & Development Company, Bahrain Aug 2007 – Aug 2008
Project Engineer, ETA Engineering Pvt. Ltd., India June2004 – July 2007
Project Engineer, Unimech Systems Pvt. Ltd., India Aug 2000 – May 2004
AREAS OF EXCELLENCE
Construction Management
 Serve as focal point in all site activities of assigned projects at different places. Ensure that everyone involved in
project is aware of how each activity relate to other’s to avoid any unnecessary delays hence avoid penalty.
 Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling,
budgeting, and implementation. Supervise projects at different stages to complete works as per set timeframe.
 Oversee efficient utilization of resources to achieve project timelines and attain maximum productivity. Make sure
everything runs smoothly until project has been completed to the highest possible standard.
 Plan, organize, lead and coordinate activities of all personnel across all disciplines to ensure delivery of projects
within parameters of time, cost and quality consistent with client requirements.
 Help in the implementation of performance management system that includes performance development plans and
employee development programs. Evaluate work performance plus human constraints.
 Establish a dynamic work environment to heighten employee potential and productivity.
 Manage design preparation and review of construction drawing as well as document packages in strict

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 Foster timely availability of all approved drawings, schedules or technical data from consultant/client. Ensure
that revised drawings and documentation are superseded in the correct QA/QC manner.
 Provide technical support for estimates during tender periods: prepare and break down items in BOQ for pricing,
preparation of tender document for subcontractor and supplier.
 Monitor site progress and prepare projections to maintain objectives and agreed milestones.
 Implement QHSE Systems to ensure that required standards are achieved.
 Ensure cost variation, time extension claims and other records’ log are maintained and constantly follow up.
 Participate in site meetings and periodic checks. Discuss project status and work priority.
 Measure and report on issues, opportunities, development plans and achievements.
 Continually review and set up improvements to current procedures. Introduce changes in existing projects
without disturbing ongoing process, thus increasing output and reducing operating costs.
HVAC Engineering
 Handle development, design and construction of HVAC project ensuring acceptability of budgets and time lines,
conformance to federal and state laws, or adherence to approved specifications.
 Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, design calculations, system layouts and sketches,
specifications, schematics and computer-generated reports.
 Conduct jobsite observations, field inspections, or sub-metering to analyze feasibility, design, operation and
performance of equipment, components and systems.
 Review architectural, mechanical, plans and specifications to determine economic, service, or engineering
feasibility. Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use, costs, or conservation measures.
 Direct installation of heating and air conditioning systems in residences or commercial establishments.
 Perform modeling, measurement, verification, commissioning, or retro-commissioning.
 Inspect and test systems to verify compliance with specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions.
 Resolve system malfunctions and provide technical information.
 Improve technical knowledge by staying abreast with the latest trends in the relevant industry.
NOTABLE PROJECTS INGULF
Kingdom of Sheba- Dubai (Villas & Apartments )
Installation and testing and commissioning of 3500 ton capacity of air –conditioning equipments and accessoriesviz.
District cooling system, secondary pumps 2 Nos, condenser pump 4, primary pump 4 Nos ,FAHU 3 nos,AHUs-
18,FCU-78Nos,cooling tower 3nos,make up water pump 2 nos ,Automatic pressurization unit(APU) -1 No.
Client : IFA
Consultant :SPP
Role : Senior Project Engineer
Cleveland Clinic - Abu Dhabi (Hospital )
Installation and testing and commissioning of 25000 ton capacity of air-conditioning equipments and accessories viz.
District cooling system, 87 secondary pumps, plate type heat exchanger, FAHUs , ERUs, 149 AHUs, 3000 VAs , 3000
ECVs, 282 fans, etc.
Client : MUBADALA
Main Contractor : Six Construct & Samsung JV(SISJV)
Role : Senior Project Engineer

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Dubai International Airport Concourse- III (Air port)
A fully airside and partially underground structure connected to 2 major public levels of Terminal 3 via an Automated People Mover
(APM), designed to accommodate 18 380 and 2 other aircrafts. The 528,000 m2 area housed the EKlounges, 4 and 5 star hotels,
arrival and departure levels including the Duty Free shops.
Role : Senior Project Engineer
Mirdiff City Center (Shopping Mall)
Electro mechanical work for more than 15,000 TR of air conditioning, 6 X 2500 TR for each centrifugal water cooled
chillers, 6 cooling towers, 6 primary CHW pump, 27 secondary CHW pump, 6 condenser water pumps, 135 AHUs,
1345 FCUs, 179 extract fans, 516 smoke ventilators, 7 ecology units, 88 air curtains, 11 de-aerators make up water
pump.
Client : Majid Al Futtiam Investment LLC
Role : Senior Project Engineer
Marriott Executive Apartments(Hotels)
2 tower building with 20 floors each and a requirement for 2000 TR air conditioning. The project includes 4 Air
cooled chiller, 6 secondary pump, 6 primary pump, 1500 fan coil unit, variable frequency drives, toilet ventilation
system, installation of piping, ducting and pre insulation.
Role : Project Engineer
SIGNIFICANT PROJECTS ININDIA
Nokia Mobile Phone Facility
Specification : Installation of 6 air cooled chillers, secondary pump, primary pump, fan coil
unit, variable frequency drives, toilet ventilation system, plate heat
exchanger, 45 AHUs, 40 exhaust fans, installation of piping, ducting and pre
insulation, commissioning activities for air balancing, water balancing as per
ASHRAE, ARI, SMACNA
Role : Project Engineer
Cathedral Square IT Park
Specification : Installation of air cooled chillers, heat recovery wheels, air handling units,
cassette units, secondary pump, primary pump, fan coil unit, variable
frequency drives, toilet ventilation system, plate heat exchanger, 48 AHUs, 10
exhaust fans, installation of piping, ducting and pre insulation as per
ASHRAE, ARI, SMACNA
Role : Project Engineer
KLA Tencore
Specification : Installation of 3 Trane chillers with 250 tons capacity, 23 AHUs, 5 FAHUs,
expansion package units, 2 precision AHUs, 2 heat recovery wheels, flat plate
heat exchanger along with testing, commissioning, air and water balancing
Value : INR 15 million
Role : Project Engineer
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Specification : Installation of 3 Trane chillers with 333 tons capacity, 34 AHUs, 5 FCUs, 2
expansion package units, 2 precision AHUs, 2 heat recovery wheels, along
with testing, commissioning, air and water balancing systems installation and
testing
Value : INR 60 million
Role : Project Engineer

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Asahi Glass Factory
Specification : Installation of trane chiller with 250 tons capacity, 15 AHUs, 50 FCUs, 2 heat
recovery wheels including testing, commissioning, air and water balancing
Value : INR 50 million
Role : Project Engineer
Horizon Hotels
Specification : Installation of 3 trane chillers with 300 ton capacity, 12 AHUs, 5 FCUs, 2
direct expansion package units, 2 precision AHUs, 2 heat recovery wheels,
were installed , including testing, commissioning, Air & Water balancing
were carried out .
Value : INR 20 million
Role : Project Engineer
Shashan Chemicals Ltd.
Specification : 2 110 TR carrier chillers and 1 60 TR
Role : HVAC Engineer
India Nippon Electricals Ltd.
Specification : 90 TR Ductable Split Air Conditioners
Role : HVAC Engineer
Acer India Ltd.
Specification : 130 TR Ductable Split Air Conditioners
Role : HVAC Engineer
Celetron Technology Ltd.
Specification : 150 TR Ductable Split Air Conditioners
Role : HVAC Engineer
TECHNICALKNOWLEDGE
 Well versed in testing and commissioning works of the Air-conditioning Systems.
 Adept in handling erection of Duct Able Split, Spiral Duct, Packaged Units, FCUs, AHUs and Chilled Water Systems.
 Astute in creating detailed built drawings utilized at site. Knowledgeable in design techniques, tools and principles
involved in preparing precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models for HVAC projects.
 Proven expertise in designing and duly executing central air conditioning of chilled water system from installation
to start up chemical flushing and chemical treatment.
 Thorough understand IFC drawing, shop drawing, civil layouts and building survey to determine project scope.
 Apt in building commissioning activities such as chilled water balancing including reading water flow value using
water balancing instruments and adjusting water flow to suit design values. Also technically savvy in air balancing
for supply return and fresh air circuit including air flow value using air balancing instruments.
 Competent in Calculation and selection of HVAC equipments viz. roof top units chiller, central DX units, fan coil
units, pumps, fans, expansion tanks and chemical treatment tanks, double regulation valve, 3 ways valve, etc.
 Abreast in setting up Energy Saving System of Heat Recovery Unit.
 Gained rich experience in Brine Chilling Plant with Energy Saving System of Thermal Energy Storage Tank and
Variable Frequency Motor Drive AHU, FCU, Cassette Unit, Chiller, Chilled Water Pumps.
 Skilled in using various engineering software: AutoCAD 2010, E-20, Elite, MS Project (Planning)

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PROFESSIONALAFFILIATION
American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
PERSONAL DETAILS
Nationality: Indian Date of Birth: 20th May 1978 Marital Status: Married
Visa Status: Employment Visa Driving License: UAE Languages: English & Hindi