URC BUILDING
THE NATION’S AMBITIONS SINCE 1956
URC Construction
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Leadership by example Just after independence and under Nehru's vision of architecting a modern and self sufficient India, there was a dire need to address the nation's infrastructure requirements. As an early entrant in the field of construction, Mr U.R. Chinnusamy started out as a small contractor undertaking and supervising the construction of irrigation systems. He established URC Construction in the mid 50s and led from the front. It was his vision, guidance and uncompromising approach to our founding values, that has seen the company growing strong and stable.
Founder, URC Group
Shri. U.R. Chinnusamy
URC Head quartered in Erode, Tamilnadu, URC Construction is a major player in South India and the flagship company of the group. With a rich heritage and an exhaustive and diverse portfolio of successfully completed projects across industry sectors, the company is poised for the next era of growth. The key factors to its robust and stable growth are its client focus, its leadership, the adoption of the latest technology and its work force orientation. URC brings a host of capabilities to major infrastructure projects through an integrated approach that spans the life cycle of infrastructure to professional & support services. Today, the company is a leader and a trendsetter in the construction industry, delivering custom-designed turnkey projects to government agencies, large corporations and private bodies.
Our Vision To be a respected world-class infrastructure organisation known for quality, reliability, timely completion and a safe working environment. To maximise stakeholder value through continuous adoption of latest technologies, management practices and innovation. To provide a climate of transparency, mutuality and continuous learning to employees. To be a responsible corporate body by committing to enhance the quality of life of the community.
Our Values Ethical business practices I Collaborative and creative work environment I Mutual respect and dignity of individuals I Caring culture towards employees and society
There is no such thing as a minor lapse of integrity
Project: Suguna Poultry farm, Bangalore Scope: One of the largest poultry feed mills in the country. The RCC square bins measure 63.5 metres in height and was constructed using the cutting edge Slip-form technology.
“Achievements become routine if dreams are backed by the desire to reach them� A thought beacon we followed tirelessly to take URC construction from strength to strength. We believe strongly in the competitiveness of the Indian market and the unique challenges that our environment creates for us to be world class. As business and corporate citizens, we are committed to contributing to the growth of the nation and this is where we believe our deeprooted values set us apart. Along the way we have learned hard-won business lessons on breaking from conventional practices and taking on challenges, bringing a great deal of expertise to our clients, strengthening the company, both, technically and at the management level. Our values, inherited from the absorbing tale of our founder, have allowed us to preserve the spirit of the company through periods of intense growth. As we move ahead to the future, we are determined to serve our clients and the nation at large with a newfound relevance of our values, regardless of change. We owe our deepest gratitude and respect to the employees of URC, who are the real champions of the company. Without their hard work and commitment, URC's growth would not have taken shape. Guided by values, we are fortunate to have people within the folds who not only believe in these values but also strive to take it to greater heights.
U R C Management Team URC. Kanagasabapathy, Chairman URC. Devarajan, Joint Managing Director S. Palanisamy, Joint Managing Director
It's not hard to make decisions when you know what your values are
Project: Railway Shed, Chennai Scope: A facility developed for Southern Railways with a modern structural design that was implemented in a short span of time through best practices in construction technology.
BUILDING VALUES Building Values is a philosophy which we embraced not just to capture the true spirit of the brand but also as a system of delivery to our clients. At URC Construction, our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs of our organisation and our founder. They influence the way we work with each other and the way our clients and wider communities experience us. As an organisation, we are now actively building the values that we have imbibed through our policies, procedures and daily operations. Five decades of growth and learning, have made us a responsible business entity and a proud contributor to our communities and the nation. In a global era of interdependence and collaboration, our values give us the confidence that we are using the same principles to arrive at decisions. Taking cognizance of our past and poised at an exciting new juncture, the core beliefs that drive us as an organisation are: Client Orientation Trust and Responsibility Commitment Excellence
CLIENT ORIENTA TATION
TRUST AND RESPONSIBILITY
COMMITMENT
EXCELLENCE
Only the best foot forward
Project: IISC, Bangalore Scope: One of the largest facilities in the country for research scholar accommodation comprising 930 rooms with built-in contemporary facilities. The entire facility was constructed around the dense foliage of the campus without compromising a single tree.
CLIENT ORIENTATION Our values drive our client's success. The idea of putting our customer's first, the relationships we nurture with them, their mutual trust, and the importance of reputation are carried out with a lot of conviction. We understand the importance of sticking to schedules and maintaining a high level of quality in all our deliverables. Sincerity of approach, innovation and experience are what we bring to the table. As our client's satisfaction is paramount, we have systems and processes to ensure that we are doing as much as possible to surpass all expectations.
Bespoke Services URC Construction offers a unique combination of multi disciplinary capabilities to execute technically complex projects with high quality engineering and construction skills. We have a proven track record in major project implementation across categories. Our turnkey service offerings includes: • Construction • Architectural Design • Structural Engineering • Construction Supervision • Quantity Surveying • Quality Control • Project Management Consultancy • Safety • Landscaping • Survey • Electrification
Project: Subburaj Paper Mill, Tirunelveli Scope: An ultra modern paper manufacturing plant that required micro level accuracy in construction to support the erection of sophisticated equipment.
Sectors we are involved with PETROLEUM Refinery Oil terminal & depots LPG bottling plants Retail outlets POWER Power plant buildings Turbine & Boiler plant Foundations Infrastructure buildings Training centre CHEMICALS Distillery units Pharmaceutical units Rubber & polymer units Cattle feed plants Effluent treatment plants Paper mills FOOD PRODUCTS Milk powder plants Ice cream plants Egg processing units Dairy units
TECH PARKS Information technology parks Bio-tech parks Apparel parks CEMENT Factory buildings Conveyors Warehouses Housing colonies Ready mix concrete plants Horizontal impact crushing plants Electronic packer buildings TEXTILES Spinning mills Loom sheds Processing units Medical textile units EOU Units Composite textile mills Warehouses Humidification plants
SUGAR Sugar factories Co-generation plants Modernisation of unit Machinery foundation Effluent treatment plant Warehouses Boiler foundations RCC cooling towers Conveyor foundations Subways TELECOM Transmission tower foundation RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL Apartments Commercial complexes Community centres Staff quarters Hospital buildings Hostel buildings Housing colonies ITPO trade center Hotels Theme parks
INSTITUTIONAL Educational campuses Film & television institute High court building Multi storied buildings Hostel blocks Auditoriums Stadium IRRIGATION Dams Reservoirs Canals Intake wells INFRASTRUCTURE Roads Bridges & flyovers Railways Urban development Ports
Cross category expertise As a veteran construction industry player, our experience across industry sectors over the last 5 decades, puts us in a unique position to leverage our learnings and apply them to the work that we do. The sheer breadth of exposure allows us to undertake projects of varying degrees of complexity with relative ease. Today, we have the bandwidth, the know-how and the ability to scale up with the rapidly changing needs of an evolving market. Our legacy, thus far, is that of a multitude of successfully completed projects with government agencies and large corporations.
Our strategy of sustenance is closely linked with our ability to adapt to changing market realities vis-a-vis a diversified portfolio in the construction industry realm. This translates into a healthy bottomline, despite the unpredictability of macro-economic factors. Recent years have seen us combine our inherent expertise with global best-in-class benchmarks, through technical and management expertise in various domains of relevance. The benefits of all of this are enjoyed by our clients through faster cycles of completion, the attention to detail and an output of the highest quality.
Project: The Kongu Vellalar Institute of Technology Trust, Perundurai A 250 acre campus almost entirely constructed by URC Construction into a sprawling green campus with a developed area measuring 2.5 million sqft. Shri UR Chinnusamy, was the founder president of this renowned institution.
Only experience can broaden one's horizons
Quality as a way of life URC continually strives to achieve the highest level of quality in all its undertakings. It is in our DNA and the reason why we are where we are today. We have a well documented approach to quality management and are committed to improving the effectiveness of the system continually. Our quality policy is defined as: • To provide the highest customer satisfaction by providing high quality construction and delivering the project on-time, every time. • To impart globally competitive technologies & equipment to give maximum value to the customer at every stage of construction. • To innovate the process and services throughout the project lifecycle. Quality Management System: Quality management system, practiced by URC is designed in line with ISO 9001:2000 standard. We also have a TUV SUD South Asia certification for our quality management. Quality objectives: • Adapting safe procedures in execution process. • Delivering quality output at economical cost. • Having effective control over unproductive works. • Exercising purchase activities which are appropriate to meet the needs of the execution process. • Having effective preventive maintenance.
Innovation that matters URC values innovation and is able to adapt to complex environments which positions it as a leading builder in India. Our market-driven and project specific innovation has benefited many of our clients with new ideas and solutions individually tailored to their needs. We have successfully deployed several service delivery innovations to increase client value, profitability and lower costs. Examples of these are the implementation of innovative flooring techniques and the utilisation of mobile ready mix, even in smaller projects to enhance the quality of deliverables. Furthermore, we have also linked a part of our human resource policies with client satisfaction and output. At URC, the spirit of innovation is pervasive across products, services, input materials, equipment, process technologies and project management processes.
Developing enduring relationships We put customer service and commitment to our clients at the heart of what we do. This allows us to identify key areas for improvement, resolve issues quickly and meet new needs and objectives. Every project has a client relationship manager to assure quicker responsiveness and the smooth functioning of other areas that are critical to a project's successful completion. We continually assess what our customers want, and deliver it in order to meet their business objectives. We use our knowledge and expertise to meet our customer's needs and strive to go beyond to deliver. Our post delivery service is a key differentiator and is also the reason why we maintain enduring relationships with our discerning clientele and enjoy their patronage. Each member of the URC family is dedicated to the continuous improvement of our service and processes, to make a difference. Years of work experience have ensured that every phase of the project we meet internationally recognised quality standards through our quality procedures, which is reflected in every division and offices. A comprehensive monitoring procedure coupled with our focus on building long-term relationships, ensures highest client satisfaction, which remain a fundamental and integral part of our everyday business despite market changes and industry cycles.
State of the art mechanisation URC has always stayed up to speed with the latest equipment available in the market today. This translates in to less dependency on external suppliers and directly benefits our clients visà-vis faster turnaround times and timely completion of projects. Earth work machinery • Excavators • Dozers and Loaders • Tippers • Soil Compactor Concrete Machinery & Equipment • RMC Batching Plants • Stationary RMC Plants • Reversible Drum Type Mini Batching Plants • New Version Hydraulic Type concrete mixer • Cement Storage Silos • RMC Transportation
Material handling equipment • Cranes, Lifts & Hoists • Material Transportation Vehicles • Steel Fabrication Machines Supporting equipment • Captive Power Plants • Labour Transportation • Quality Testing Equipments • Survey Equipments • Workshop Machines • Demolishing Machines
Quality has to be caused, not controlled
To provide greater value to our clients and to bring necessary transformation to our industry, URC is well equipped with modern tools and equipments. The company owns a large fleet of RMC Plants (exclusive project facility), Boom Placer and Tower Cranes.
TRUST AND RESPONSIBILITY Rather than burdening our people with excessive controls, we trust them to make decisions and to act based on values: values they helped shape themselves. And we do this by taking personal responsibility for all of our relationships - with clients, colleagues, partners, investors and our communities at large. This is also an objective as an organisation, and a goal toward which we hope to work with many others, in our industry and beyond.
An outstanding work force
Training and development
'Brick by brick' is the maxim we use to measure our success as an organisation. And as a metaphor, it stands testament to the invaluable contribution of our people. We believe in constantly investing in our people. They are the key to our past, our future, and our reason for being. It is our core belief that each and every one is made to feel valued, is treated with dignity and respect; is provided with a safe and healthy environment to work, and is given every opportunity for personal development. Our achievements reflect the high quality of the 10,000 people who work for URC. Recruiting the best people, developing their potential and rewarding performance is key to our way of working. The concept of the company, akin to a large family, is inherent to us since our inception. Despite working across regions, URC's people have fostered a unique culture that bestows a sense of belonging to each individual, while also encouraging egalitarianism in its highest sense.
Our human resources management activities identify talented individuals in the country at an early stage, to secure them for the company and support their continuous development. We do this through comprehensive skills management and training to develop them as new managers. Active knowledge management ensures that knowledge is transferred between all URC units. We have strengthened our human capital to meet the growing challenges for the successive years. Executive Training To facilitate better management practices and to meet the challenges of today’s global economy, URC regularly invests in executive training to upgrade the skill sets of managers through tailored technical and management courses. A noted course is ‘Executive Post Graduate Programme in Construction Management’ offered to the middle level managers. The programme is conducted by NICMAR faculty to equip our employees with skills and knowledge that will help them in dealing with the challenges of the construction industry.
URC Training School A unique facility started by URC to develop a skilled work force which is an integral part of the industry. One of its kind in the construction industry, the school has been formed in association with IIT alumni and is based out of Pondichery. The school recruits semi-literate unemployed aspirants from different parts of the country and trains them in areas like masonry, carpentry, barbending and other construction related skills. On successful completion of the course they are inducted in our construction sites for hands-on training and after six months, are engaged as regular employees.
Safety first Our commitment to safety is well recognised by our clients and peers alike. We have always emphasised and laid down the safety measures required in the industry. Regular safety meetings, and continual training sessions are undertaken to hold every member of our project team accountable for making the job site as safe as possible. The construction industry in India also has a unique cultural context, and in this light, special measures have to be extended to improve and create awareness about safety. Women, in particular, are provided with special jackets and safety helmets to go with the local attire and supervisors are trained to be gender sensitive, in order to create a congenial working atmosphere. Our established safety programme calls on every team member to observe and stop any potentially unsafe acts. Zero Harm This year we are initiating a major programme to promote our goal to have zero harm and zero injuries. An initiative led by our senior management, we are committed to reducing work site hazards and other injury incidents and improving the well-being of all our employees, our company, its shareholders, clients and business partners.
Corporate social responsibility We strongly believe that no company can be an island of excellence in troubled waters. Our roots in small town India puts us in a unique position to initiate the kind of change that makes a genuine difference to those that work with us and the extended community around them. As corporate citizens, we realise that growth should be inclusive and that it isn't merely the prerogative of the government and regulators. Our endeavour has been to build inclusive partnerships with the public sector and society to provide funds, skills, infrastructure and technical know-how. Growth gives us the ability to act as a catalyst for social development by engaging and empowering the communities around us and ensuring that its benefits are spread evenly.
Our guiding principles It is URC's policy to operate with high standards of ethical behaviour. The group has set out core principles, which are at the heart of all the group's activities. • • • •
To comply with the law wherever we function. To conduct all our business operations within an unambiguous ethical structure. To uphold safety and health at the workplace and ensure the safety of the public at large. To contribute positively to the natural and social environments in which we function.
Giving back to society • • • • • •
A considerable portion of profits are donated to charity. Educational scholarships to deserving and disadvantaged students. Medical support extended to the underprivileged. Affordable and quality education initiative through URC 's educational trust. Rural infrastructure projects for alleviating quality of life. The senior management at URC are active members of the community and are also on the board of educational institutions and other meritorious associations. Through these bodies they have been at the helm of various initiatives for community development.
Green credentials Global warming and emission control are the main planks on which all nations in the world are powering their economy and India is no exception. As a leading construction industry player, we are aware of how our work is inextricably linked with the environment. The structures we create become part of the living environment, affecting our living conditions, social wellbeing and health. Critical as it is, our approach to construction inculcates best practices on increasing the efficiency of resource use such as energy, water and materials. These measures help in reducing the impact on human health and the environment during the building's lifecycle, through better siting, design, construction, operation, maintenance and removal. We believe that reducing waste is essential to our footprint on reducing pollution and environmental degradation. Work place initiatives at URC, lay a keen emphasis on educating our people with regard to sustainable construction as a way to move towards achieving sustainable development, taking into account environmental, socio-economic and cultural issues.
URC Education Trust - Empowering society Furthering the cause of education was an issue close to the company’s founder, who believed that education was a means to realise an equitable society. In 1985, the group set up a Trust to propagate education as a CSR initiative. The Trust has since been actively involved in running a Matriculation Secondary school that provides education of international standards to children across the economic strata. Establishing the educational institution has been in consonance with the group’s core philosophy of education being the greatest leveler in empowering communities in its region. Over time, the school has built a stellar reputation and is known for an education system that results in students developing holistically and with an ability to meet the demands of today's world.
More than a promise. It's a plan
Project: Gadana Dam, Ambasamudram Scope: An earth dam constructed in the modern era and put to test through a sudden storage of full capacity without any sewage.
COMMITMENT With experience comes responsibility. Our patrons have entrusted us through the years to take complete ownership of their projects, from planning, right through to delivering a stellar product that meets their expectations. We are committed wholeheartedly to their success, their ambitions and their objectives. As a business driver, this value extends to all the areas in which we operate, impacting our interpersonal relationships, our system of governance and the way we conduct business with our clients.
Managing our client's money as our own All of our project teams are involved with keeping their projects within budget. Constant reviews and constructability analysis are initiated by the project management team and is continued through post construction. As a customer driven company, it is our philosophy to manage our client's money as if it were our own.
Our commitment to on-time delivery We take pride in our reputation for taking on the most challenging schedules and delivering projects on-time. Our clients repeatedly note our team's commitment to finishing on-time, all without compromising safety, quality, or budget. We are strengthening and training our staff to gear up for the future challenges of the nation, so that we can excel in our delivery commitments.
The spirit of partnering The work approach for any URC project begins with a partnering discussion with all the stakeholders. We are very committed to the partnering process for many reasons: one, it gives us proven results. In addition, it enables us to know our clients in depth. Partnering establishes everything from the simplest of tasks of creating a comprehensive team to the more complex challenges like innovation in the projects. This approach sets the pace for transparency throughout the lifecycle of the project.
Dharani Sugars & Chemicals Ltd. Location: Vasudevanallur, Tamilnadu Scope: Construction of Sugar Factory Buildings & ETP Completion: 1987 -1989 Value: ` 33 Million
Proj oject port r folio Dharani Sugars & Chemicals
18th Canal
18th Canal Income Tax Building
Location: Theni, Tamilnadu Scope: Formation of 18th Canal Scheme (12.3 Km) Completion: 2001-2008 Value: ` 65.3 Million
Income Tax Building Location: Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh Scope: Construction of office building with total build up area 0.30 million Sft. Completion: 2003-2006 Value: ` 175.00 Million
Ramco Spinning Mills Nethaji Apparel Park BGS International School
Ramco Spinning Mills Location: Rajapalayam, Madurai, Tamilnadu Scope: Construction of Spinning Mills & Ancillary Buildings Completion: 2007-2008 Value: ` 290.395 Million
Nethaji Apparel Park Location: New Tirupur, Tamilnadu Scope: A turn key project - Construction of Factory Buildings & Infrastructure Facilities Completion: 2003 - 2005 Value: ` 837 Million
BGS International School Location: Bangalore, Karnataka Scope: Construction of International School & Hostel Buildings Completion: 1997 - 1998 Value: ` 132.5 Million
TICEL Bio Park Location: Chennai, Tamilnadu Scope: Construction of Bio-park Completion: 2003 - 2004 Value: ` 113.5 Million
roj oject port r folio TICEL Bio Park
TNEB Power Plant Location: Tanjore, Tamilnadu Scope: Construction of Steam Turbine, Gas Turbine Foundations and Infrastructure Completion: 2007 - 2009 Value: ` 120 Million
Flyover Location: Bangalore, Karnataka Scope: Construction of Grade Separator Completion: 2002 - 2004 Value: ` 76 Million
TNEB Power Plant Flyover Shell India Maharaja Theme Park Wipro Office Building
Shell India Location: Tamilnadu & Karnataka Scope: Construction of Fuel Stations Completion: 2007 - 2008 Value: ` 150 Million
Maharaja Theme Park Location: Coimbatore, Tamilnadu Scope: Construction of Theme Park Completion: 2006 - 2008 Value: ` 85 Million
WIPRO Location: Mysore, Karnataka Scope: Construction of IT Office Building Completion: 2008 - 2009 Value: ` 334.3 Million
Prepared today for tomorrow’s eventualities
Project: BHEL, Trichy Scope: 15,000 MT of structural steel fabrication erected at a level of 12m & 15m height covering the area of 85 lakhs sqft. The project was completed in a record time of 15 months to increase the power generation.
EXCELLENCE At URC, we believe that excellence is the result of caring more than others think is wise, risking more than others think is safe, dreaming more than others think is practical, and expecting more than others think is possible. We have pledged ourselves to high quality performance that produces outstanding results of lasting value. Over the last 5 years, we have made major investments in areas such as Information Technology, Real Estate development and Education, in line with our business strategy. These divisions are islands of excellence and strive to continuously provide value to clients and the communities they serve.
URC Infotec URC Infotec is an information technology company promoted by URC, which is specialised in Enterprise Solutions and Systems [ESS]. Innovatively designed, industry-neutrally architectured, and focusing on endresults, these systems and solutions are meant for effective and efficient utilisation of resources of the enterprise. Initially, founded as a software development center in Chennai, India - URC Infotec quickly evolved into a dominant player in the industry. The solutions, products, and support services spanning across a number of industries, are based on its collective knowledge, experience, and expertise on domains and technologies. URC Infotec is in the process of tying up with some organisations in Malaysia, Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Europe, and the USA to represent and promote its products and services. URC Infotec's product suite: CiMS is a customised multi-user, multi-location ERP for meeting the information processing needs of any organisation engaged in the business of construction. Flexion is an ERP software that can provide different modules for all aspects of business. FFES e-vantage is a revolutionary e-reporting package for Pharmaceutical Companies. The product has been designed and developed under the able guidance of professionals.
URC Creative Developers URC Creative marks the group’s foray in to sustainable development in the real estate sector. The singular purpose is to provide contemporary housing to the burgeoning middle class across India and to do so in a manner that is responsible. A shared sense of idealism has seen URC join hands with Creative Group, a long time architectural services partner, to contribute towards a vision of a greener, and environmentally sensitive living standard for future generations to come. The collective experience garnered over the years enables a symbiotic exchange of expertise and resources with an aim to offer superior value to customers across the homes, integrated townships, and commercial buildings being planned and executed.
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