
IMARAN PATEL
Upper Management / Consulting
About IMARAN PATEL:
With over 20 years of diverse experience in Project Management and Execution across industries such as Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Oil/Gas (IOCL), Data Centers, Hospitals, Healthcare Centers, Process & Paint Industries, ISRO Research Centers, Automobile, Metro Rail Depots, Government Housing Projects, Banking, Hotels & Restaurants, Schools, Universities, Malls & Multiplexes, Commercial & Residential Buildings, and Industrial PEB Structural Buildings, I bring a wealth of expertise in managing complex, large-scale projects. I have a strong command over the complete project lifecycle, ranging from concept and design through procurement, execution, commissioning, and post-commissioning maintenance with a specialized focus on MEPF and HVAC systems.
My leadership spans managing and mentoring cross-functional teams of more than 20 professionals, including engineers, supervisors, foremen, planners, schedulers, estimators, and quantity surveyors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
In addition to my core expertise in MEPF and HVAC systems, I have led numerous Civil and interior fit-out projects where I oversaw site preparation, structural work, and finishing installations by closely collaborating with architects, interior designers, and construction teams to achieve both aesthetic and functional excellence.
I have also directed complex process engineering initiatives, managing the design, installation, and commissioning of critical systems such as Process Natural Gas (PNG) lines, high-pressure compressor lines, and utility piping using PPR. These projects required detailed engineering, procurement, and construction coordination, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to rigorous safety and quality standards in demanding industrial environments.
Throughout my career, I have developed and implemented best practices, tools, systems, and processes that align with business objectives and modern contractual practices. This includes recruiting contractors, organizing procurement, interpreting contractual obligations, and evaluating techno-commercial issues.
My ability to integrate diverse project requirements and deliver comprehensive solutions has consistently resulted in successful project outcomes and innovative advancements in project execution and management.
Areas of Expertise
- Project Execution & Reporting
- Client & Contractor billing
- Project Qty Surveying
- Estimating & Costing
- Project Management
- Planning & Scheduling
- Construction Management
- Procurement Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Contract Management
- Subcontractor Management
- Risk Management
- Design Calculations
- MEP Design
- 3D Modeling
Software
- MS Office
- Primavera P6
- MS Project
- AutoCAD
- PTC Creo
- ERP
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Gujarati
| Professional Certification | |
| Google Project Management Professional Certificate: | |
| Diploma In Mechanical CAD | PTC |
| Achievement / Award | |
| Best MEP Engineer of the Year, Cube Construction Engineering Ltd | 2016 |
| The Best Product of the Year, Project ROGATOR, L&T e-Engineering Solution | 2006 |
Experience
Career Overview
Senior Project Manager , Ensol Project Pvt. Ltd, India - 2024-Present
Senior Project Manager , HPC Engineering Pvt. Ltd, India- 2023-2024
Senior Project Manager , Coolways Engineering, India - 2020-2023
Senior Project Engineer, Cube Construction Engineering, India - 2019-2020
Senior Project Engineer, Vallabh-Aircon, India - 2017-2019
Senior Project Engineer, Cube Construction Engineering, India - 2014-2017
Project Engineer, Fine Touch Engineering, India - 2006-2014
Project Engineer, L&T e-Engineering Solution, India - 2003-2006
Employment & Major Project History
- Ensol Projects Pvt. Ltd. (2024-Present)
Senior Project Manager (HVAC)
— Torrent Pharma Corporate Building, Ahmadabad (2024-2025)
— Torrent Pharma Corporate Building, Ruby House, Mumbai (2024-2025)
— Banquet Hall at Gift City Clubhouse, Gandhinagar(2024)
— Spa-Gift City Club house, Gandhinagar(2025)
— K’s Charcoal Hotel & Restaurant, Ahmedabad (2024-2025)
— Dev-x, Tower-1, Gift City, Gandhinagar(2024-2025)
— Rajpath Club & Resort, Vayana, Ahmedabad(2024-2025)
- HPC Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (2023-2024)
Senior Project Manager - (MEPF/HVAC& Process)
— India Japan lightening Pvt Ltd, Ahmedabad (2024)
— Infibeam Corporate House, Ahmedabad (2024)
— SH-2, Anant National University, Sanskardham, Ahmedabad(2023)
— Shubham Extrusion Machinery Pvt.Ltd, Pirana, Ahmedabad (2023)
— Tech-Long Packaging Machinery Co Ltd, Bavala, Ahmedabad(2023)
— Amul Fed Dairy, Siemens, Indira Bridge, Ahmedabad (2023)
— ABS fujitsu General, Gift City, Gandhinagar (2023)
— Amneal. Magnet Park, Ahmedabad (2023)
- Coolways Engineering (2020–2023)
Senior Project Manager – Execution, Design & PMC (MEPF, HVAC,Process, PEB, Civil & Interior)
Role Overview: Spearheaded end-to-end project management for high-profile projects across MEP, HVAC, Civil & Interior disciplines. Managed design, execution, and PMC functions for both government tenders and private sector initiatives.
Key Client Projects:
- Think-Tank Engineering Pvt. Ltd, Pune
- Skoda Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd – Part & Components Business Unit (2022–2023)
- Managed comprehensive PMC projects covering MEPF, HVAC, Process, Interior & Civil, ensuring compliance with industry standards and timely deliver
- 2. Aqua Integrated Solutions, Vadodara
— Central University of Gujarat (CUG), CPWD, Khundela Village, Vadodara (2021–2022)
- Handled design tender work and executed quantity surveying for cost estimates as part of a government tender process.
— Advance Sys-tek, IOCL, Koyli, Vadodara (2020–2021):
- Focused on specialized fire fighting systems by managing the design and installation of sprinkler and hydrant systems.
— ACES, Alembic Pharma, Vadodara (2020–2021):
- Directed the execution phase for HVAC projects, ensuring optimal system performance and adherence to project specifications.
- Sri Sai Infra, Vadodara
— Sukhi Hospital, Bodeli, Gujarat (2020)
- Oversaw the Design & execution of HVAC work for a hospital project, ensuring that systems met the stringent health, safety, and regulatory standards required for healthcare facilities.
- Cube Construction Engineering Ltd (Jun 2019 - June 2020)
Senior Project Engineer Execution - MEPF/HVAC
— U N Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre, Ahmadabad (UNMICRC) (2020)
— SAC - ISRO Payload Fabrication and Test Facilities (PFTF), Ahmadabad (2020)
- Vallabh-Aircon, Gandhinagar (Jun 2017 - Jun 2019)
Senior Project Engineer (Execution/Design) - HVAC
— Apparel park Metro Rail depot project at Ahmadabad (2019)
— ISRO Last Thermal Vacuum Chamber (LTVC) / Tel-Star (Spain), Bopal, Ahmadabad (2017)
— Lakhtarwala Jewellers Pvt. Ltd. Ahmadabad. (2018)
— Biji’s Hotel Lonavala. (2019)
- Cube Construction Engineering Ltd (Dec 2014 - May 2017)
Senior Project Engineer Execution - MEPF/HVAC/Process/Civil/Interior
— GSRTC Ranip Bus Depot Ahmadabad (2017)
— Gujarat Housing Board G+13 Vadodara Zone. (2016)
— Gujarat Governments Samaras Hostels Girls & Boys, Vadodara. (2016)
— GSRTC Central Bus Station, Vadodara (2015)
- Fine Touch Engineering (Aug 2006 - Nov 2014)
Project Engineer (Execution/Design) – HVAC/MEPF/Process/Civil/Interior
— BLB Mall Management (Centre Square Mall), Vadodara (2008)
— Ishedu Agro Chem, Vadodara (2010)
— Anmol Proteins, Vasad (2013)
— Alembic Pharma, Vadodara (2012)
— Ashoka Project Pvt Ltd, Vadodara (2014)
- L&T E engineering Solution (Dec 2003 to July 2006)
Design Engineer (Pro-e)
— Pro-e offshore Design Engineer for Agriculture Equipment like Truck, Harvesting Machines, Sprayers, Spreaders, etc. for Caterpillar, AGCO, John-Deere, Komatsu, RoGator, TerraGator, Challenger, and Fendt.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Project Management:
— Collaborating with the project team to develop project plans, budgets, and schedules.
— Conducting regular project meetings to review progress, address issues, and ensure effective communication.
— Managing subcontractor relationships, including contract administration and performance monitoring.
— Ensuring timely project delivery, testing, and commissioning of works while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
— Providing technical inputs, coordinating site management activities, preparing method statements, and ensuring quality control.
— Presenting inspection reports to clients and assessing bodies, identifying innovative technologies, tools, and system developments.
- Project Execution:
— Handling feasibility studies, preliminary design, detailed design, and construction documents.
— Overseeing mechanical activities, including engineering drawings and BOQ preparation.
— Conducting regular site visits to monitor construction progress, quality, and adherence to specifications.
— Managing change orders and variations to ensure proper documentation and approval processes.
— Co-ordinate with all the departments, Sub Contractor & Consultant as required for the execution of the Project.
— Coordinating with the site team, consultants, and vendors to ensure the delivery of required materials and equipment.
— Coordinating with stakeholders to achieve project completion within the specified timeframe.
— Generating project-specific quality assurance plans, drawings, materials submittals, and work programs.
- Project Planning & Scheduling:
— Developing a comprehensive project plan and schedule that outlines objectives, tasks, timelines, and resource allocation.
— Monitoring project progress, ensuring tasks are completed on time, and addressing any delays or issues that arise.
— Managing and mitigating risks, identifying potential obstacles, and making necessary adjustments to keep the project on track.
- Site Management:
— Acting as the focal point for inspection programs, conducting design reviews, and managing site’s mechanical activities.
— Overseeing site safety protocols, ensuring adherence to safety regulations, and promoting a culture of safety among the project team.
— Addressing engineering issues that arise during construction, ensuring they are resolved in a timely manner.
— Facilitate comprehensive discussions among various engineers and stakeholders to ensure the best implementation and installation of services as per the builders works drawings, while effectively coordinating with the main contractor and other parties involved.
— Supporting cost control, handling claims and technical issues, and developing project documentation.
— Conducting site surveys and proposing new routes and locations for facility expansion.
- Erection & Commissioning:
— Leading on-site erection, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure timely completion within budget and as per specifications.
— Reviewing the installation of MEP systems, including HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire-Fighting, Gas & Compressor system, CNG Piping, Electrical & Solar Hot water system, WTP, STP & ETP system, Industrial Monorail Crane, Sliding door, CCTV, Access Control, FA, PA and IBMS.
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control:
— Ensuring high-quality work and compliance with safety norms.
— Maintaining quality assurance for discipline-specific installations.
— Conducting tests, inspections, and documentation according to approved procedures.
- Team Management:
— Establishing professional relationships with clients, officials, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
— Motivating the workforce, facilitating communication, and ensuring maximum efficiency and quality.
— Supervising, mentoring, and evaluating performance for assigned employees.
- Resource Management:
— Efficiently managing project resources, including labor, equipment, and materials, to optimize productivity and achieve project objectives.
- Risk Management
— Determine and manage risks that may affect the project in any way, particularly schedule, budget or quality/specifications.
— Facilitate effective communication and action as sole point of contact between the Client and site delivery team.
— Assist the design team and site delivery team to identify and resolve problems.
- Reporting
— Receive and review detailed reports on the project from the site delivery team.
— Establish formal reporting arrangements on project progress for the Client and Company.
— Maintain up-to-date project site sheets and resumes for the project team for use by the Company.
- Billing:
— Managing billing activities, including preparing invoices, tracking payments for client as well as subcontractor, and resolving billing discrepancies.
- Tendering and Procurement:
— Conducting tendering processes, including preparing bid documents, evaluating proposals, and awarding contracts.
— Managing procurement activities, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
- Health and Safety:
— Implementing safe work practices and following safety policies and procedures.
— Ensuring strict adherence to customer safety rules and corporate safety policy.
- Project closing:
— Conducting reconciliation activities to ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation and financial records.
- Overseeing the handover process, including final inspections, documentation completion, and client acceptance.
Education
| Education | |
| PGDM-Project Management, MIT University, India | 2024 |
| Bachelor of Mechanical Engineer, SRK University, India | 2018 |
| Diploma In Mechanical Engineering, Govt. Polytechnic, Porbandar, India | 2003 |