Farooqahmed Kolhapuri

Technical Manager with 17+ years of GCC experience delivering developer-led residential, mixed-use, and high-rise projects for Tier-1 developers and leading main contractors, including Aldar Properties and Dubai Holding developments (via INNOVO). Specialist in precast and conventional concrete systems, cast-in-situ to precast conversion, QA/QC audits, technical coordination, and HSE compliance, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality project delivery.

Technical Manager at Build Earth Contracting LLC (2024-02 – Present)

• Lead on-site construction execution for residential and villa projects in the UAE
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and local authorities for approvals, inspections, and compliance
• Control project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to meet contractual targets
• Ensure compliance with UAE codes, consultant specifications, and HSE regulations
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to achieve quality, safety, and productivity objectives
• Monitor QA/QC implementation, inspections, snag closure, and handover activities
• Prepare progress reports, look-ahead schedules, and risk mitigation plans for management review

Technical Manager (Conventional and Precast) at Al Kobaisi Precast Company (2011-11 – 2024-01)

Major precast manufacturer delivering large-scale projects across the Gulf region.

• Led end-to-end delivery of large-scale precast and conventional construction projects
• Managed project planning, execution, and control to meet contractual schedule, cost, and quality targets
• Converted cast-in-situ structural designs into optimized precast systems in coordination with consultants
• Coordinated with design, production, and site erection teams for seamless project execution
• Planned mould preparation, factory production schedules, and casting sequences
• Managed transportation, lifting plans, and on-site erection of precast elements
• Reviewed and approved shop drawings, reinforcement detailing, and mould setups
• Ensured compliance with BS, ISO, and project-specific quality and safety standards
• Led QA/QC audits, NCR investigations, and corrective/preventive actions
• Coordinated with clients and consultants for approvals, RFIs, and technical clarifications
• Monitored production and erection progress against project milestones and recovery plans

Design Engineer / ISO Quality Controller at Bahrain Precast Concrete Co (2007-06 – 2011-10)

Early-career role providing a strong technical foundation in precast design, QA/QC, and constructability.

• Designed precast structural elements (walls, slabs, beams, columns) in accordance with BS codes
• Converted cast-in-situ structural designs into precast-compatible solutions
• Prepared and reviewed shop drawings, reinforcement detailing, and mould layouts
• Performed structural analysis and load calculations using STAAD Pro, Tedds, and similar tools
• Coordinated closely with production and mould teams to ensure manufacturability and cost efficiency
• Interfaced with clients and consultants to address design queries and implement revisions
• Ensured compliance with QA/QC procedures, ISO standards, and safety requirements
• Prepared design calculations, technical reports, and submittal documentation

M. Tech in Design Engineering – VTU University