People Behind The Projects

OUR
LEADERSHIP
TEAM

D2B is led by a team of technically strong professionals with decades of combined experience in civil engineering, MEP systems and construction management — delivering excellence from concept to completion across the UAE.

74+
Combined Years
4
Senior Leaders
32
Admin & Tech Staff
163
Workforce
Civil EngineeringMEP EngineeringProject Management Operations LeadershipQuality ManagementHSE Authority CoordinationProcurementClient Relations Design & BuildDEWA · FEWA · DM · Trakhees Civil EngineeringMEP EngineeringProject Management Operations LeadershipQuality ManagementHSE Authority CoordinationProcurementClient Relations Design & BuildDEWA · FEWA · DM · Trakhees

At D2B Building Contracting LLC, our leadership team is the foundation of everything we deliver. With over 74 years of combined construction industry experience, our four senior leaders bring deep technical expertise and proven track records across civil, MEP and interior fitout disciplines.

Each member of our management team has been instrumental in shaping D2B's reputation for quality, reliability and innovation — personally overseeing major projects for EMAAR, ADNOC, ENOC, Dubai Municipality and leading UAE developers.

Their collective experience spans residential communities, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, oil & gas EPCC projects and high-end interior fitout — giving D2B a genuinely integrated, multi-disciplinary leadership capability.

15+
Years — Chairman & MD
15+
Years — General Manager
29+
Years — Director Ops
15+
Years — MEP Division Mgr
B
Baranidharan Subramani
Chairman & Managing Director
Civil Engineer 15+ Years Dubai, UAE
01
Chairman & Managing Director

BARANIDHARAN
SUBRAMANI

Baranidharan Subramani is the Chairman and Managing Director of D2B Building Contracting LLC, bringing over 15 years of extensive experience in the civil construction industry across the UAE. A qualified Civil Engineer by discipline, he has built a distinguished track record of successfully delivering complex construction projects spanning retail, residential, filling stations, industrial facilities and commercial developments.

As the visionary founder of D2B, Baranidharan has been the driving force behind the company's growth from a focused civil contractor to an integrated, three-division construction powerhouse. His leadership philosophy is centered on building long-term trust with clients, investing in people, and maintaining uncompromising quality across every project.

Under his leadership, D2B has earned the trust of some of the UAE's most prestigious clients — including EMAAR, ENOC, EPPCO, Dubai Municipality and private developers across Dubai's finest addresses. He personally oversees key client relationships, project strategy and the company's continued expansion across new sectors and geographies.

15+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Delivered
3
Divisions Founded
Areas of Expertise
Civil Engineering Project Management Business Development Client Relations Residential & Commercial Filling Stations Industrial Construction Design & Build
Notable Projects Overseen
G+1 Villa Modification & Renovation — Arabian Ranches II (EMAAR)
G+3 Office Building — Technopark, Dubai
ENOC / EPPCO Filling Station MEP Works
G+2 Luxury Villa — Jabel Ali Hills
Seeds Storage Warehouse — Dubai Municipality, Al Warsan
M
Mohammed Aaftab
General Manager
Mechanical Engineer 15+ Years Dubai, UAE
02
General Manager

MOHAMMED
AAFTAB

Mohammed Aaftab serves as General Manager of D2B Building Contracting LLC, bringing over 15 years of diverse experience across the construction and industrial sectors in the UAE. A qualified Mechanical Engineer, he plays a central role in managing the day-to-day operations of the company — from project execution and procurement to client coordination and team leadership.

Aaftab's expertise spans the full project lifecycle — ensuring that every engagement from initial scoping through to final handover is delivered with precision, efficiency and client satisfaction. His strong commercial acumen and operational discipline have been instrumental in scaling D2B's portfolio and operational capacity.

A collaborative and proactive leader, he is known for his ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors — ensuring seamless coordination across D2B's three integrated divisions and maintaining the company's commitment to on-time, within-budget project delivery.

15+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Managed
3
Divisions Overseen
Areas of Expertise
Mechanical Engineering General Management Procurement Project Execution Client Relations Team Leadership Industrial Projects Operational Strategy
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day operations management across all three divisions
Procurement strategy and supplier relationship management
Client coordination and project progress oversight
Resource planning and workforce allocation
Quality assurance and ISO compliance management
R
Mohamed Rafiq
Director of Operations
Civil Engineer 29+ Years Dubai, UAE
03
Director of Operations

MOHAMED
RAFIQ

Mohamed Rafiq is D2B's Director of Operations — one of the most experienced construction professionals in the UAE with over 29 years of industry expertise. A Civil Engineer with a career spanning major developments across Dubai and the wider UAE, his depth of knowledge, judgment and on-site leadership are unmatched within the organisation.

Prior to joining D2B, Rafiq held senior positions at Beaver Gulf Group, where he led construction works for ADNOC, EMAAR, NSHAMA and Al Ghurair Real Estate — successfully delivering large-scale residential complexes, commercial buildings and infrastructure projects. His experience managing multi-storied residential buildings, Town Square developments and major government projects gives D2B an exceptional operational advantage.

As Director of Operations, he is responsible for overseeing all project execution activities — ensuring that projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and to the highest quality and safety standards. His encyclopedic knowledge of UAE construction regulations, authority requirements and industry best practice makes him an invaluable asset to every project D2B undertakes.

29+
Years Experience
100+
Projects in Career
5+
Major Employers
Areas of Expertise
Civil Engineering Construction Operations Site Management Large-Scale Residential Commercial Buildings ADNOC Projects EMAAR Standards HSE Management
Career Highlights
Town Square Residential Buildings — NSHAMA Developments, Dubai
EMAAR Residential Project — Dubai (Beaver Gulf Group)
ADNOC Fuel Station Network — Abu Dhabi
Al Ghurair Real Estate — Multiple Residential & Commercial Projects
G+8 Residential Building — Beaver Gulf Group, Dubai
A
Abdul Kader
Division Manager — MEP
Electrical Engineer 15+ Years Dubai, UAE
04
Division Manager — MEP Engineering

ABDUL
KADER

Abdul Kader heads D2B's MEP Engineering Division, bringing over 15 years of specialist experience in mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems across the UAE's construction sector. A qualified Electrical Engineer, he has successfully overseen the delivery of 30+ MEP projects — earning a strong reputation for technical precision, authority coordination expertise and zero-compromise quality standards.

His deep familiarity with UAE regulatory frameworks — including DEWA, FEWA, SEWA, Trakhees and DCD — enables D2B to navigate complex approval processes efficiently and reliably. This expertise is particularly valuable on projects involving ENOC, EPPCO and ADNOC filling stations and oil & gas facilities, where compliance with stringent technical standards is non-negotiable.

As MEP Division Manager, Abdul Kader leads a skilled team of MEP engineers and technicians — personally overseeing project design coordination, system commissioning and final handover. His leadership ensures that D2B's MEP works are seamlessly integrated with civil and fitout activities, enabling the company to deliver true turnkey solutions to its clients.

15+
Years Experience
30+
MEP Projects Delivered
6
Authorities Coordinated
Areas of Expertise
Electrical Engineering MEP Systems Design DEWA Coordination FEWA & SEWA Trakhees & DCD Oil & Gas MEP Filling Stations System Commissioning
Notable MEP Projects
ENOC / EPPCO Filling Station MEP Works — Multiple Locations, Dubai
LPG Bulk Storage Plant MEP — Dubai
G+3 Office Building MEP — Technopark, Dubai
Seeds Storage Warehouse MEP — Dubai Municipality, Al Warsan
Blossom Nursery MEP Coordination — Motor City, Dubai
Organisation

TEAM STRUCTURE

General Manager
Mohammed Aaftab
Mechanical Engineer · 15+ Years · Operations & Procurement
M
Director of Operations
Mohamed Rafiq
Civil Engineer · 29+ Years · Site & Project Execution
R
Division Manager — MEP
Abdul Kader
Electrical Engineer · 15+ Years · MEP Systems & Authorities
A
Civil Construction Division
Site Engineers
Civil Supervisors
QA/QC Engineers
HSE Officers
Skilled Tradespeople
MEP Engineering Division
MEP Engineers
Electrical Technicians
Plumbing Supervisors
HVAC Specialists
Authority Coordinators
Interior Fitout Division
Interior Designers
Joinery Specialists
Fitout Supervisors
FF&E Coordinators
Finishing Tradespeople
Our People

THE FULL WORKFORCE

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163
Technical & Non-Technical Staff
Skilled workers, tradespeople and site operatives across all three divisions.
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32
Administrative & Technical
Project managers, engineers, coordinators and support staff managing all operations.
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4
ISO Certifications
Quality, environmental, health & safety and social responsibility — embedded at every level.
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10+
Nationalities Represented
A diverse, skilled and committed multinational workforce united by a culture of excellence.
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