Joseph Charanakunnel
@josephcharanakunnel
Senior MEP draftsman specializing in Revit-based HVAC, plumbing, and firefighting design.
KuwaitWhat I'm looking for
I am a Senior Mechanical/MEP Draftsman with over 28 years of hands-on experience delivering precise MEP design, BIM modeling and coordination across projects in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and India. I specialize in HVAC, plumbing and firefighting systems using Revit, Navisworks Manage and AutoCAD, and have a proven record on large-scale projects like airports, hospitals, malls and government complexes.
My strengths include detailed coordination drawings, design documentation, site supervision and quantity take-offs, backed by technical certifications in Civil Engineering, AutoCAD and Revit. I collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure constructible models and accurate shop drawings that meet project schedules and client requirements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Draftsman (MEP)
Dar SSH International Consultant
Sep 2021 - May 2025 (3 years 8 months)
Delivered MEP design and coordination drawings for major projects (NBK Bank Tower, Jubail & Jidah) using Revit and AutoCAD, improving BIM model accuracy and construction readiness across HVAC, plumbing, and firefighting systems.
Senior Draftsman (MEP)
Power China Construction
Oct 2020 - Aug 2021 (10 months)
Performed BIM modeling and MEP coordination for Kuwait International Airport Terminal 2, ensuring clash-free models and coordinated MEP installations.
Senior Draftsman (MEP)
Pan Arab Engineering Consultant
Jul 2016 - Sep 2020 (4 years 2 months)
Delivered MEP design drawings and coordinated BIM for multiple large projects (New Jahra Hospital, Avenues Mall, International Tennis Complex), enhancing documentation quality and multidisciplinary integration.
Senior Draftsman (Plumbing & Firefighting)
Dar SSH International Consultant
Feb 2015 - Apr 2016 (1 year 2 months)
Prepared detailed coordination drawings for high-profile projects (Al Salam Palace, Sheikh Jaber Cultural Center), improving installation coordination for plumbing and firefighting systems.
Senior Mechanical Draftsman
Jazim Qabazard Engineering Consultant
Mar 2010 - Oct 2014 (4 years 7 months)
Produced MEP design drawings (HVAC, firefighting, drainage, water supply) for government and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with standards and constructability.
Senior Mechanical Draftsman
Najeeb Al Humaidhi Engineering Consultant
Feb 2008 - Feb 2010 (2 years)
Created MEP drawings for residential and commercial towers and managed coordination for projects including Shira Tower and Mehaboula Residential Complex.
Mechanical Draftsman
WARA Construction Company
Dec 2006 - Jan 2008 (1 year 1 month)
Prepared MEP coordination drawings for mixed-use developments (Juman Complex, Ruba Complex) to support installation and site teams.
Mechanical Draftsman
Al-Mailam Contracting Company
Jun 2004 - Nov 2006 (2 years 5 months)
Produced MEP shop drawings for residential and commercial towers, ensuring accurate fabrication and installation details for projects like Al-Sana Tower.
Civil & Mechanical Draftsman
Geo-Tech Construction Co.
Feb 1993 - Mar 2004 (11 years 1 month)
Produced architectural and mechanical drawings, managed estimation and site supervision for commercial, residential, and marine projects across India.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Department of Technical Education, Kerala
Certificate in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering
1992 - 1992
Obtained a Certificate in Civil Engineering from the Department of Technical Education, Kerala in 1992.
Availability
Location
KuwaitAuthorized to work in
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