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a transformative impact on the future of hotel engineering and project management.

A BTech in Mechanical Engineering, he holds a Doctorate of Professional Studies in Engineering Management, and a Chartered Engineer Certification from The Institution of Engineers (India). In addition, he holds a host of diplomas and certifications in industrial safety, environmental management and energy efficiency. He is also a Certified Energy Manager from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency, India.

sustainability and operational efficiency. Some of his most noteworthy projects include the preopening experiences at The Oberoi Marrakech, The Oberoi Beach Resort in Alzorah, The Oberoi Dubai, Trident Bandra Kurla and ITC Sonar Bangla, as well as various renovation projects. He is currently working on new greenfield hotel projects in Ajman, Doha and Riyadh, showcasing his unwavering commitment to shaping the future of hospitality.

Dr Gurdiish Singh Sabharwal is Regional Director Engineering & Technical Services at The Oberoi Group. He is also the Co-Founder of THEME (The Hospitality Engineers Middle East).

In the realm of hotel engineering and project management, few individuals possess the distinctive expertise, exceptional accomplishments and pioneering vision of Dr Sabharwal. In a career spanning over two decades, he has helmed groundbreaking projects and has had

Dr Sabharwal’s multifaceted expertise in hotel engineering operations and facility management has been honed through his diverse experience, gained whilst working with reputed star hotels such as The Oberoi, Trident and ITC Sonar Bangla Sheraton. His proficiency in handling pre-opening, MEP, HVAC, maintenance, plant operations, HT & LT electrical and EHS tasks has earned him the moniker of “maestro” in the field. His unwavering dedication to his craft drew acknowledgement in the form of ‘The Most Commendable Engineer for the year 2014’ award from Hotelier Middle East magazine.

Dr Sabharwal’s standout quality is his exceptional ability to conceptualise and execute projects that amalgamate cutting-edge technology,

Dr Sabharwal’s groundbreaking work extends beyond the confines of individual projects. A visionary, he has revolutionised processes, systems and procedures that have led to enhanced operational efficiency and improved team dynamics. His strong advocacy for sustainability and energy conservation has yielded tangible results, as evidenced by the reduction of utility consumption costs and the introduction of preventive maintenance schedules, energy audits and fire drills.

A strenuous work schedule notwithstanding, Dr Sabharwal undertook advanced training programmes on green building rating systems at CII, Hyderabad. He is pursuing an IGBC Lead AP certification, underlining his enthusiasm for, and commitment to, learning.

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