Dhanushiya Saravanan

About Dhanushiya Saravanan

Director of Operations & Business Development | Steel Detailing, BIM & Strategic Growth LeadershipWith over 10 years driving operational excellence and market expansion in steel detailing, I lead DACO Engineering’s detailing division and spearhead new business initiatives—bridging precision engineering with growth strategies. What I do:I manage the end-to-end delivery of shop drawings—from drawing to CNC-ready packages—while optimising workflows through lean methodologies and rigorous quality checks. Concurrently, I drive business development efforts: conducting market research, nurturing industry relationships, and developing proposals that align with industry standards and client needs. I identify vertical opportunities across fabrication, infrastructure, and energy sectors and build the pipeline of qualified leads. Impact & results: Re-engineered detailing processes, resulting in a 25% faster turnaround and 15% fewer fabrication errors. Expanded business reach by securing partnerships with three new industrial clients in 12 months, contributing to year-on-year revenue growth. Oversaw cross-functional teams of 20+, integrating operations, BIM coordination, proposals, and fabrication delivery. Introduced CNC export and automated connection detail workflows—enhancing fabrication efficiency and reducing coordination delays. Strategic mindset & leadership:My philosophy is rooted in empowerment and continuous improvement: I cultivate high-performance teams and mentor emerging talent in BIM and detailing practices. With a grounded understanding of both operations and high-level business strategy, I tailor proactive proposals, manage client negotiations, and help shape DACO’s value proposition in a competitive engineering market. Interested in connecting?Let’s collaborate if you\'re involved in steel detailing, BIM-driven execution, CNC fabrication, or operational innovation—and exploring ways to scale growth through engineered precision

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   Daco Engineering

   Oct 2022 — Present

Education

• Anna University

  Master's degree, Computer Science