Dhanesh Tharindu

Experienced Technical Commercial/Estimation & Project Manager(Junior) With over 8 years of expertise in ship repair, shipbuilding, and commercial project management, I have a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes for a diverse range of marine engineering projects. My experience spans tendering, cost estimation, project planning, stakeholder management, and effective communication & negotiation, enabling me to consistently drive efficiency and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. I have led the estimation and management of ship repair projects for over 200 vessels, delivering a 100% on-time and on-budget success rate. My approach optimizes cost analysis, negotiation strategies, and invoicing processes, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced project profitability. 

Key achievements include: 

• Spearheading large-scale ship repair projects, overseeing comprehensive project scopes from estimation through delivery. 

• Expertise in stakeholder communication and coordination, ensuring seamless alignment between project teams, clients, and suppliers. 

• Strong analytical skills in tendering and cost estimation, focusing on improving accuracy and reducing financial risks. 

• Proven ability to manage complex negotiations, secure favorable contract terms, and implement effective cost-control measures. 

I am seeking a challenging role within an innovative organization where I can apply my technical expertise, leadership, and commercial acumen to deliver excellence in marine engineering, offshore, and shipbuilding projects.

Professional Experience Summary – Technical & Commercial Marine Engineer

I am a Technical & Commercial Engineer with over 7 years of experience in ship repair, shipbuilding, and marine project management across the UAE, Maldives, and Sri Lanka. My expertise lies in bridging technical engineering requirements with commercial strategy, ensuring accurate cost estimation, competitive tendering, effective contract administration, and profitable project execution.

Currently at MBK Marine Industries LLC, Abu Dhabi, I manage the commercial lifecycle of ship repair and shipbuilding projects, including estimations, bidding, planning, project management, invoicing, cost control, and financial performance monitoring, while closely coordinating with technical and operational teams to meet client and organizational objectives.

Previously at Dimo Coastline Pvt Ltd, I played a key role in delivering cost-efficient ship repair projects, optimizing procurement strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and supporting multiple international vessel repairs while maintaining high quality and schedule compliance.

My foundation as a Marine Engineer at Blue Ocean Ship Repair Pvt Ltd strengthened my hands-on technical knowledge of ship systems, safety management, and repair methodologies, enabling me to drive process improvements, enhance workplace safety, and support efficient project delivery.

Overall, I bring a balanced combination of marine engineering expertise, commercial acumen, and project management capability, focused on delivering technically sound and commercially successful marine projects.

Cardiff Metropolitan University: Master of Science - MS, Project Management