Baskar M

Accomplished Contracts professional with 19 years of experience leading contracts, procurement, commercial operations and cost optimization for large-scale residential, plotted and industrial infrastructure developments. Proven ability to achieve significant cost savings through effective negotiation and procurement strategies, with a documented 8% average saving in the last fiscal year. Skilled in managing the complete project lifecycle, including pre- and post-contract activities, and adept at mentoring teams to enhance commercial controls and operations efficiency.

Seeking to leverage expertise in contracts management and commercial leadership to contribute to organization's growth.

Assistant General Manager- Contracts & Procurement - Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited - Bengaluru

(2013-07)

• Spearheading contracts, procurement, and commercial operations for residential plotted and industrial infrastructure developments.
• Administered contracts and procurement for chennai and Bangalore residential projects, encompassing approximately 3.5 million sq.ft built-up area.
• Oversaw the complete project lifecycle, including both pre- and post-contract activities.
• Attained an average cost savings of 8% through proficiency, negotiation and strategic procurement practices in the last financial year.
• Managed plotted developments across 28 acres and infrastructure development spanning 130 acres in the last financial year.
• Supervised infrastructure development contracts for industrial infrastructure projects at Origins by Mahindra, Chennai.
• Directed O & M contract and procurement management for township operation across 1550 acres.
• Chaired contractor finalization, variation approvals, budget reviews, billing certification, and commercial settlements.
• Mentored the quantity surveying and billing team to enhance commercial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Assistant Manager- QS - Hiranandani Palace Gardens Pvt. Ltd - Chennai

(2010-05 - 2013-06)

• Managed contracts and commercial coordination for integrated township developments covering 369 acres.
• Handled commercial functions for 16 high-rise towers and 11 low-rise residential blocks.
• Provided support for billing, contractor coordination, cost monitoring, and commercial administration activities.
• Coordinated effectively with consultants, execution teams, and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery.

Engineer- Planning - Consolidated Construction Consortium Ltd - Chennai

(2007-07 - 2010-04)

• Contributed to institutional, IT park and commercial building projects, including Mahindra World School and RK Investments IT Park.
• Supported planning, project coordination, schedule tracking and execution monitoring activities.

Bachelor of Engineering - Civil Engineering - Alagappa Chettiar College of Engineering, Anna University