Durga Rao Reddi

Experienced Testing & Commissioning Manager, QA/QC Manager, and Project Engineer with extensive expertise in MEP systems, industrial projects, and infrastructure development. Skilled in project quality implementation, cost control, and system commissioning.

Holds Six Sigma Master Black

Belt certification and PMP training. Proficient in automation tools including Selenium, Python, and JAVA. Extensive experience with major projects including Riyadh Metro, hospitals, data centres, district cooling plants, and power transmission systems. Strong background in SCADA systems, BMS, fire protection systems, and integration systems across the Middle East and Asia.

Testing & Commissioning Manager - ZODCON & AL-ZAMIL Projects - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

(2019-04)

Managing testing and commissioning activities for major infrastructure projects including Riyadh Metro Projects (Lines 01, 02, and 03) and MAERSK LOGISTIC PARK at MENA Port, Jeddah. Responsible for defining and implementing test strategy, managing test automation frameworks using Agile and Waterfall models, developing measurements and metrics, and ensuring proper system handover to clients.

• Contract scope includes Riyadh Metro Projects: 1A1-Station LEED Project, 1F4, 1F5, 1F7, 1F8 Stations in Line #01, 2C1, 2C2 Stations in Line #02, 3E2-Station LEED Project in Line #03, and MAERSK LOGISTIC PARK Project at MENA Port in Jeddah KSA
• MAERSK LOGISTIC PARK Project includes Cold Store Coolers, Ammonia Systems, and 15 Mega Watt PV Solar System with Zero Injection SCADA Automation Power Generation system. Lead Platinum project near to Final Handover Process
• Line #01 Riyadh Metro stations (1A1-KAFD, 1F4, 1F5, 1F7, 1F8) successfully handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Present stations operational with Riyadh metro Transportation Department
• Line #02 Riyadh Metro stations (2C1, 2C2) successfully handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Present stations operational with Riyadh metro Transportation Department
• Line #03 Riyadh Metro 3E2-Station LEED Project successfully handed over to client. Station operational with Riyadh metro Transportation Department
• Defining and implementing the test strategy for the test project lifecycle
• Involving in defining and implementing testing within the organization
• Actively participated in deploying and managing appropriate test automation framework to meet testing requirements using Agile and Waterfall development models
• Recommended automation tools including Selenium, Python, and JAVA. Provided training to test team members on these tools
• Have in-depth development expertise in manual/automation testing to meet client's business requirements
• Developing and implementing appropriate measurements and metrics on the product under test and testing team members
• Deploying and managing testing effort and deviations for given project releases as per test plan
• Responsible for testing (Integration, System and User acceptance) and documentation of technical deliverables
• Directing test team members to prevent, detect, record, and manage defects within defined release context
• Working with all stakeholders including functional teams and administrators in resolving product or business needs/issues
• Implementing best practices based on lessons learnt to add value to business/project
• Managing and improving testing assets including team members, testing tools, testing processes, and retention of skilled testing personnel
• Maintaining documentation as per company policy and project requirements
• Handover systems to clients with proper documentation and procedures

QA/QC Manager as well as Testing & Commissioning Manager - DRAKE & SCULL INTERNATIONAL (KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA) - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

(2012-04 - 2019-03)

Managed QA/QC and testing & commissioning activities for multiple major projects including KFMC Hospital, AL DARA Hospital, ITCC Project, and the iconic KAPSARC Project. Responsible for test management planning and execution, project quality plan development, QMS requirement implementation, and ensuring compliance throughout project lifecycle.

• Contract scope includes KFMC Hospital Project Client: Ministry of Health, AL DARA Hospital Project Client: AL DARA, ITCC Project Client: Rayadah Investment company – Saudi Pension Agency, King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research centre (KAPSARC) Project Client: Saudi Aramco
• KFMC Hospital Project partial Buildings/Systems handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Buildings & Systems presently operational with KFMC Hospital in Riyadh, KSA
• AL DARA Hospital Project handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Hospital presently operational with AL DARA in Riyadh, KSA
• ITCC Project Parcels handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Parcel Building Projects presently operational with Rayadah Investment Company in Riyadh, KSA
• King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research centre (KAPSARC) Project including ITC Data Centre handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. One of the biggest ICONIC Projects in the Middle East. LEED Platinum Project located in Riyadh, KSA
• In charge of test management including planning (Analysis, Test planning and organization) and execution (Monitoring, issue management and reporting)
• Worked in KAPSARC project facilitating required infrastructure to setup network in ITC building
• Developed and maintained the Project Quality Plan
• Responsible for implementation of QMS requirement and ensure compliance
• Supported Project Manager on day-to-day QA/QC matters and preparation of QA/QC reports
• Managed submission of QA/QC documentation for client approval
• Maintained QA/QC records ensuring all project documentation kept in compliance with QMS and QMIS
• Developed forms, checklists, and flowcharts for QA/QC activities
• Conducted audits in compliance with QMS and contributed to system improvement
• Conducted kick-off meetings, QA trainings, and activities with all stakeholders
• Planned and organized mock-ups and trade demonstrations to ensure compliance to approved method statements and inspection test plans
• Managed test schedule for client witnessing ensuring compliance to project test requirements
• Conducted test audits on in-progress and completed tests ensuring tests in accordance to project specification and approved for release to customer
• Raised/reported non-conformances and carried out root cause analysis
• Managed and monitored effectiveness of corrective actions and process improvement
• Managed clients to provide hot fixes for customer defects and reduced downtime to save revenue losses
• Maintained documentation as per company policy and project requirements
• Handed over systems to clients with proper documentation and procedures

Electrical Engineer as well as Project Engineer - DRAKE & SCULL INTERNATIONAL WATER AND POWER DIVISION (KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA) - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

(2008-08 - 2012-03)

Served as Electrical Engineer and Project Engineer for district cooling plants and major infrastructure projects. Responsible for installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrades of servers, networks, SCADA systems, BMS, and fire protection systems.

• Contract scope includes ITCC District Cooling Plant Project Client: Rayadah Investment company – Saudi Pension Agency, HADEED District Cooling Plant Client: SABIC, KAUST Project Client: Saudi Aramco
• ITCC District Cooling Plant Project handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Project presently operational with Rayadah Investment company in Riyadh, KSA
• HADEED District Cooling Plant Project handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Project presently operational with SABIC in Jubail, KSA
• KAUST Project BLDG #04 & 05 handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Project presently operational with KAUST in Thuwal, Jeddah KSA
• Installed and configured servers, networks, and equipment
• Continuous maintenance and upgrades to SCADA systems
• Data communication monitoring
• PLC circuit troubleshooting
• Firewall set up and security of SCADA systems from external attacks
• Troubleshooting equipment and software to repair and diagnose system malfunctions
• System access management
• License and support document organization and maintenance
• Involved in designing, installation, testing and commissioning of district cooling plants for HADEED Steel Plant in Jubail and ITCC district cooling plant. All plants operated using SCADA systems, BMS, and Fire protection systems

Electrical Engineer as well as Project Engineer - GAMMON INDIA LTD. & AL MATAR Trading Contracting LLC (J.V) - Sultanate of Oman

(2005-05 - 2008-04)

Served as Electrical Engineer and Project Engineer for major water transmission and power projects. Responsible for design, installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and system management of complex infrastructure including water transmission lines, reservoirs, and SCADA control systems.

• Contract scope includes Water Supply to Samail Central Prison at Samail MHEW (OMAN) Project Client: MHEW Ministry of Housing Electricity & Water, Independent Water Power Project at Sohar MHEW (OMAN) Client: MHEW Ministry of Housing Electricity & Water
• Water Supply to Samail Central Prison at Samail MHEW (OMAN) Project handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Project presently operational with MHEW OMAN Department in Samail, OMAN
• MHEW Ministry of Housing Electricity & Water, Independent Water Power Project at Sohar MHEW (OMAN) handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. One of the biggest water transmission projects, presently operational with MHEW Ministry in OMAN
• Installed and configured servers, networks, and equipment
• Continuous maintenance and upgrades to SCADA systems
• Data communication monitoring
• PLC circuit troubleshooting
• Firewall set up and security of SCADA systems from external attacks
• Troubleshooting equipment and software to repair and diagnose system malfunctions
• System access management
• License and support document organization and maintenance
• Involved in designing, installation, testing and commissioning of Ministry of water transmission line projects in Oman. Projects operated using SCADA systems, BMS, and Fire protection systems
• Independent Water Power Project contains Water Transmission Line Project through 12 Reservoirs/280KMs Mild Steel and Ductile Iron Pipeline with SCADA Control System
• Managed 11 reservoir locations including: IWPP Main Reservoir at Sohar Industrial Area, Sohar Intermediate/Service Reservoir, Saham Service Reservoir, Khaburah Service Reservoir, Mountain Pumping Stations (1 and 2), Buraimi Intermediate and Service Reservoirs, Liwa Service Reservoir, and Shinas reservoirs

Trainee Engineer as well as Project Engineer - KEC INTERNATIONAL LTD - India

(2003-11 - 2005-04)

Served as Trainee Engineer and Project Engineer for major power transmission infrastructure project. Involved in learning and executing survey activities, design, installation, QA/QC activities, and testing & commissioning of high-voltage double circuit transmission lines.

• Contract scope includes 400kV Double Circuit Line from Seetanagaram (Rajahmundry) to Vijag (Visakhapatnam) at AP, India Client: Power Grid Corporation of India LTD
• 400kV Double Circuit Line Project from Seetanagaram (Rajahmundry) to Vijag (Visakhapatnam) at AP handed over to client with proper Testing & commissioning activities. Project presently operational with Power Grid Corporation of India LTD in Andhra Pradesh, INDIA
• Involved in learning survey activities, design, installation, QA/QC activities, testing & commissioning of 400KV double circuit line extending up to 280 kilometers
• Participated in tower erection and stringing activities for 400KV double circuit lines
• Learned processes for closing snag list and handover activities to client

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Computer Science - Walden University School of Management (2000 - 2003)

Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering - State Board of Technical Education & Training, Andhra Pradesh (2000 - 2003)

Intermediate - MPC (Math's, Physics & Chemistry) - Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh, India (1998 - 1999)

Secondary School Certificate - State Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh, India (1997 - 1997)

Executive MBA - Operations - United Business Institutes, Brussels Belgium (2011 - 2013)