ABID HASAN

Assistant General Manager – QA/QC
Patna, IN.

About

Accomplished QA/QC professional with over 20 years of expertise in leading quality management functions across large-scale engineering projects, including industrial, water, and smart city infrastructure. Proven leader skilled in implementing ISO-compliant Quality Management Systems, driving continuous improvement, and significantly reducing rework through data-driven analysis. Seeking a strategic leadership role to champion quality excellence and deliver cost-effective solutions in complex engineering environments.

Work

Shapoorji Pallonji Group
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Assistant General Manager – QA/QC Lead

Summary

Spearheading QA/QC operations for structural, architectural, and MEP systems in a $275M IOCL Project, ensuring strict compliance with project specifications, codes, and quality standards.

Highlights

Managed QA/QC operations for a $275M Indian Oil Corporation Limited project, overseeing structural, architectural, and MEP installations to ensure strict compliance with project specifications and quality standards.

Conducted comprehensive inspections and audits for a Uptime Tier IV TCDD & TCCF certified Data Center, covering thermal, fire safety, suppression, and alarm systems.

Ensured block-wise quality compliance across all trades, including HVAC, fire-fighting, electrical, and architectural finishes, managing drywall, flooring, and false ceiling systems.

Represented QA/QC in client and PMC meetings, resolving technical issues, and ensuring timely closure of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and observations.

Coordinated cross-discipline teams to implement continuous improvement strategies, leveraging internal audits and root cause analysis to enhance quality assurance.

Kalpataru Projects International Limited
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Cluster Quality Manager

Summary

Directed quality assurance across 13+ large-scale infrastructure projects, including water treatment plants, smart cities, irrigation, and sewerage systems, leading a team of 35+ QA/QC professionals.

Highlights

Led a team of 35+ QA/QC professionals (15 permanent, 20 temporary) across 13+ large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to project specifications and ISO standards.

Achieved significant cost reductions by implementing innovative construction techniques, alternate materials, and optimized mix designs across diverse projects.

Designed economical concrete mix designs for site labs using statistical analysis, reducing cement, admixture, and pozzolana usage.

Minimized non-conformities and improved system compliance by successfully conducting internal and lead audits, ensuring timely NCR closure.

Enhanced client satisfaction by tightening QMS benchmarks, conducting regular audits, and delivering technical training for engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and staff.

Larsen & Toubro Limited
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Cluster Quality Head (Water Division)

Summary

Led QA/QC for 10+ large-scale water infrastructure projects, including Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs), Water Treatment Plants (WTPs), and pipeline networks, overseeing a team of 20 professionals.

Highlights

Managed quality control for over 10 large-scale water infrastructure projects across Odisha, overseeing a team of 20 professionals.

Ensured system and material compliance by conducting ISO 9001:2015 internal audits and comprehensive vendor inspections.

Resolved complex technical issues and implemented timely corrective/preventive actions by coordinating effectively with clients and Third-Party Inspectors.

Executed comprehensive QMS audits across HQ, clusters, and project sites, covering execution, quality, planning, and supply chain departments.

Evaluated and inspected critical vendors for key components including pipes, valves, and fabricated steel structures, ensuring material quality and project integrity.

ESSAR Projects (I) Limited
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Project Quality Head

Summary

Led QA/QC activities for large-scale steel, gas, and refinery projects, including blast furnaces, pellet plants, and Corex modules, coordinating with global partners.

Highlights

Directed fabrication, erection, and commissioning of heavy structural components, piping systems, industrial equipment, and MEP systems across multiple complex sites.

Ensured 100% quality compliance for pipelines, oxygen/gas lines, and structural works, adhering strictly to IS codes and client specifications.

Oversaw critical quality inspections, including Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), for high-integrity structures and pressure-retaining components, ensuring structural integrity.

Ensured seamless collaboration on critical deliverables by coordinating with international EPC partners such as Danieli Corus, DFE, and Samsung Pvt. Ltd.

Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives, significantly reducing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), improving process adherence, and optimizing cost-effectiveness.

Baxcounsel Inspection Bureau Pvt. Ltd.
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Third-Party Inspector

Summary

Conducted third-party inspections for raw materials, welding processes, and pressure vessels, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highlights

Inspected raw materials, welding processes, and pressure vessels, ensuring strict compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

Provided critical quality control for cross-country pipelines, line pipe manufacturing, and process piping at major sites, including ONGC, GAIL, and Mathura Refinery.

Double Ace Engineers
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Service Engineer

Summary

Managed the fabrication, erection, and commissioning of boilers and piping systems for industrial projects.

Highlights

Successfully managed the end-to-end fabrication, erection, and commissioning of critical boiler and piping systems.

Ensured compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Education

Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU)

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.)

Mechanical Engineering

Grade: 61.3%

BIEC, Patna

Higher Secondary

Higher Secondary (HSSC)

Grade: 63%

BSEB, Patna

Secondary School

Secondary School Certificate (SSC)

Grade: 65%

Awards

Uttam Quality Award

Awarded By

Kalpataru Corporate Quality Teams

Recognized for superior quality contributions within Kalpataru Corporate Quality Teams.

Quality Excellence Gold Award

Awarded By

Munger Water Supply Project, Bihar

Awarded for exceptional quality excellence in the Munger Water Supply Project in Bihar.

Best Project Quality Award

Awarded By

CIDC

Received for outstanding project quality on NRDA Raipur, BWSP Bihar, and MUIP (MP) projects.

Languages

English
Hindi

Certificates

ASNT Level II – RT, UT, MT, PT

Issued By

ASNT

CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector

Issued By

TWI, UK

Lead Auditor – ISO 14001:2015

Issued By

CQI & IRCA Certified – Bureau Veritas

IMS Certification

Issued By

DNV

Lead Auditor – ISO 45001:2018

Issued By

CQI & IRCA Certified – Bureau Veritas

Lead Auditor – ISO 9001:2015

Issued By

CQI & IRCA Certified – Bureau Veritas

SSPC Level 1 Coating Inspector

Issued By

SSPC & NACE India

Concrete Technology Specialist

Issued By

CIDC

Skills

Quality Management Systems

QMS Implementation, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IMS, Strategic Planning, Objective-Oriented Execution, Auditing (Internal/External), Compliance, Quality Assurance, Quality Control.

Quality Improvement & Analysis

Data-Driven Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Non-Conformance Report (NCR) Handling, Preventive Measures, Continual Improvement, Risk Assessment, Hazard Mitigation, Cost Reduction.

Engineering & Technical Expertise

MEP Systems (HVAC, PHE, Fire Safety), Structural Works, Piping Systems, Boilers, Concrete Technology, Non-Destructive Testing (RT, UT, MT, PT), Welding Inspection, Coating Inspection, Technical Documentation (QAP, RFI, Method Statements), Project Commissioning.

Leadership & Development

People Development, Team Leadership, Mentoring, Technical Training, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Client Coordination, Budgeting.

Interests

Food

Biryani.