NTNAGARAJAN THONDIRAJ
@nagarajanthondiraj
Senior Lead Design Manager specializing in architectural interiors and project delivery.
Saudi ArabiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Lead Design Manager with over 8 years of experience in project and site management, interior execution, architectural design and shop drawings, primarily for large infrastructure and hospitality projects such as metro rail, airports and mixed-use developments. I have led multidisciplinary design teams at Larsen & Toubro in Riyadh, delivering design development, shop drawings, coordination with consultants and contractors, and ensuring projects meet time, budget and quality targets.
I excel at design coordination, contract and change-order review, procurement coordination, and mentoring design staff while enforcing ISO procedures and international code requirements. My track record includes Riyadh Metro Line 3, Salalah International Airport and multiple metro and large-scale residential/commercial projects across the Gulf and India, demonstrating strong technical judgment, stakeholder management and a results-driven approach.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
LLLead Design Manager
Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
Oct 2010 - Present (15 years 4 months)
Led design teams for Riyadh Metro Line 3 and major infrastructure projects, delivering architectural and interior design packages on schedule and within budget while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and client approvals.
Principal Architect Coordinator
Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
Oct 2013 - Apr 2015 (1 year 6 months)
Coordinated architectural deliverables and vendor shop drawings for Salalah International Airport, ensuring GFC reviews, site support, and compliance with project specifications and safety requirements.
Senior Architect Coordinator
Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
Jul 2011 - Oct 2013 (2 years 3 months)
Prepared and managed working drawings, shop drawings, procurement schedules and site coordination for Hyderabad Metro and IREO Grand Arch projects to meet contractual milestones and quality standards.
Design & Project Coordinator
Shah Group LLC
Sep 2008 - Nov 2010 (2 years 2 months)
Managed interior and finishing projects in Dubai including Mirdif City Centre and residential developments, handling site coordination, vendor procurement, billing and execution oversight.
Junior Architect Designer
Building Design Studios
May 2006 - Aug 2008 (2 years 3 months)
Developed working and shop drawings, 3D visualizations and coordinated site interfaces for residential and villa projects while supporting procurement and monthly billing processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Indian Institute of Architects
Professional qualification (Institute of Architects), Architecture
Grade: 76%
Activities and societies: Final year project: Innovation in Concrete; participated in university poster making competition; dramatics
Completed professional architectural studies with a 76% aggregate awarded by Visvesvaraya Technological University.
Diploma in Civil Engineering (DOTE)
Diploma in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering
Grade: 81%
Activities and societies: Rate analysis project; traffic volume survey; grout curtain project
Completed a Diploma in Civil Engineering with an 81% aggregate awarded by the Directorate of Technical Education.
Higher Secondary Certificate (State Board)
Higher Secondary Certificate (+2), General Studies
Grade: 71%
Completed higher secondary education with a 71% aggregate from the State Board.
Secondary School Certificate (State Board)
Secondary School Certificate (10th), General Studies
Grade: 81%
Completed secondary schooling with an 81% aggregate from the State Board.
Availability
Location
Saudi ArabiaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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