Yohananthan S

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EDUCATION:

Ongoing     MTech, Environmental Engineering Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani,

                    Rajasthan, India
2009    MBA, Project Management Alagappa University Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India
2006    BE, Civil Engineering Government College of Engineering, Anna University Salem, Tamil Nadu, India

 

 

 

Countries: India
States: Tamil Nadu, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh
Cities: Udumalpet, Bangalore, Mandya, Vijayawada
Languages: English, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada

With an illustrious career spanning 17 years, Yohananthan S has emerged as an experienced professional in the field of civil and environmental engineering, showcasing unparalleled expertise in project management and team leadership. Currently, he is working as an Implementation Specialist Engineer and Planner with the IIHS-led Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) Initiative.

 

Yohananthan’s proficiency extends across a spectrum of projects, including implementation support for fecal sludge management at the city level, strategic planning and budgeting for utility infrastructure. He also excels in assessing existing sanitation infrastructure and providing technical support to improve the same for urban local bodies (ULBs). Additionally, his responsibilities involve capacity building for ULB officers and offering technical support to city officers, including the city commissioner, city engineers and health officers.

 

Prior to IIHS, Yohananthan worked with Larsen and Toubro (L&T) Constructions as a Planning Manager. In this role, he played a vital role in project management for engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) projects, leading a team of 25 engineers. The projects involved laying utility pipelines such as electrical conduits, sewer lines and water/reuse lines. His major responsibilities included resource management, budgeting, inter-departmental coordination, and reporting progress and resource allocation to senior management.

 

Before L&T, he served as a Technical Consultant at Tata Consulting Engineers Limited, contributing to various projects. His portfolio included the construction and supervision of ground-level reservoirs of 24 and 30 MLD, support design engineering for sewer packages in slum development projects, and construction and supervision of underground drainage pipelines with diameters ranging from 450 mm to 2,400 mm. Yohananthan also provided technical consultancy for the construction and supervision of a 300 MLD water treatment plant and refurbishment of a 270 MLD water treatment plant.

His noteworthy achievements also include support in the design and execution of sewer networks covering a wide range, as well as overseeing the construction and supervision of a water treatment plant with a capacity of 300 MLD. He played a pivotal role in the refurbishment of conventional water treatment plants, showcasing his expertise in upgrading facilities to meet evolving standards.

 

Beyond his contributions to water-related projects, Yohananthan has successfully managed the construction of a G+4 residential building and its utilities, demonstrating versatility in handling diverse engineering challenges. Currently pursuing a master’s in environmental engineering at BITS Pilani under the Work Integrated Learning programme, he is committed to furthering his knowledge and skills, aligning personal growth with the overarching goals of the organisations he serves. With a proven track record and a dedication to ongoing education, Yohananthan is a dynamic professional poised to make enduring contributions to the field of environmental engineering, blending academic rigour with rich practical experience to drive both personal and organisational success.

Other Writing

  • Devaraj, R., Sarangan, G., Srinithi, S., Ganesh, M., & Yohananthan, S. (2021). Process documentation for establishing Muzhu sugadharam Information system. TNUSSP.
  • Jeevanraj., Chakraborti, N., Yohananthan, S., & Raja, K. (2023, December). Pilot interventions on gaseous emission control during septage emptying operations. Paper presented at the IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition, IWA Water and Development Congress & Exhibition, University of Rwanda, Kigali.
  • Yohananthan, S., Jeevanraj, S., Chakraborti, N., & Sundari, R. (2023, October). Climate resilient containment solutions for OSS to enhance public health and environmental sustainability. Paper presented at the The Water Security and Climate Adaptation (WSCA). IIT, Madras.
  • Jeevanraj, S., Ragavan, S., Kumar, S., & Yohananthan, S. (2023, October). Mitigating flooding impacts on community toilet retrofits: Ensuring access to safe and sustainable sanitation. Paper presented at the The Water Security and Climate Adaptation (WSCA). IIT, Madras.
  • Jeevanraj., Thakar, M., S., Mehrotra, A., Sukumar, Y., Narayan, D., & Sangapillai, D. (2022). Feasibility of bacteria inoculum bio-digester model for upgrading onsite sanitation systems. In The UNC Water and Health Conference. The Water Institute, University of North Carolina.
  • Govindaraj, S., K., Sukumar, Y., Senthilvel, K. R., Jeevanraj., & Ragavan, S. (2022). Improvement of household-scale disinfection of onsite sanitation systems using chlorine tablet. In The UNC Water and Health Conference. The Water Institute, University of North Carolina.
  • Kumar, S. G., Raj, S. J., Narayan, D., Yohananthan, S., & Ragavan, S. (2021). Challenges to co-treatment caused by excess grit in faecal sludge. In 42nd WEDC international conference: Equitable and sustainable WASH services: Future challenges in a rapidly changing world. WEDC.
  • Kumar, S. G., Ragavan, S., Yohananthan, S., & Narayan, D. (2021). Identification of location of decanting station for co-treatment: learnings based on experiences from Trichy. In 42nd WEDC international conference: Equitable and sustainable WASH services: Future challenges in a rapidly changing world. WEDC.
  • Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)