Ajith Kumar

WORK HISTORY

ABOUT AJITH KUMAR

Hi, I am Ajith. I am a Project Management Professional with a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering. I hold a Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Distinction in a Master of Science in Project Management from the University of Salford. I have successfully managed projects valued at over £0.2 million in my career, applying my expertise in ISO 9001 standards and various quality tools to enhance quality assurance, compliance, and risk management. As a Quality Assurance Associate, my efforts resulted in a 6% improvement in product quality, a 4% reduction in defect rates, and optimised process efficiency through Lean Six Sigma methodologies. As the Student Project Manager for the Salford Racing Team, I led a team of 30 engineers in designing and building a student Formula One car for the Silverstone competition. My leadership in project governance, risk assessment, and cost management ensured timely and budget-conscious project delivery. At Britannia Hotel, I worked as an FMGC Associate (CRM), collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing Facilities Management tasks, including Operations, Maintenance, and Safety Inspections. Outside of work, I volunteer at Platt Fields Market Garden, helping maintain gardens and beehives, while offering insights into kitchen and food business operations. I also support the \"Strong Roots\" initiative, promoting social inclusion by connecting LGBTQ+ individuals, refugees, and migrants through gardening and craft activities. Technical Skills: Project Management: PRINCE2, RAID Framework, MS Project, Risk Assessment, Cost Management, Process Improvement. Quality Management: ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma DMAIC, Quality Control, Compliance Audits. Engineering Tools: 3D AutoCAD, Creo Parametric, SOP. Renewable Energy: Wind and Solar Energy, Smart Grid Solutions, Feasibility Studies, Net Zero Goals, Battery Storage. Data Analysis: Power BI, Microsoft Excel. Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite (M365), SharePoint. Soft Skills: Leadership: Cross-functional Team Management, Project Planning, Stakeholder Engagement. Problem-Solving: Data-Driven Decision Making, Process Optimisation, Continuous Improvement. Communication: Technical Documentation, NEC, Report Writing, Client Interaction. Collaboration: Teamwork, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution.