Leadership
Er. C. Selvam
Founder & Managing Director – SM Star Engineers India Pvt. Ltd.
Consulting Civil Engineer | EPC Project Specialist | Industrial Infrastructure Expert
With a career spanning over 30 years, Er. C. Selvam has emerged as a leader in the field of civil and industrial infrastructure engineering. As the Founder & Managing Director of SM Star Engineers, he has delivered 350+ turnkey projects across India and international markets, transforming industrial landscapes with innovative, efficient, and reliable solutions.
In addition to his entrepreneurial achievements, he plays a key role in global community building as the Managing Director of the International Tamil Engineers Forum (ITEF) — uniting Tamil engineers worldwide to collaborate, grow, and make a global impact.
Visionary Leadership
Er. Selvam is celebrated for his technical expertise, strategic execution, and client-focused leadership. His foresight has helped SM Star grow from a local firm into a leading EPC contractor with a presence in India, Kuwait, Oman, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam.
He continues to push boundaries in infrastructure innovation, creating sustainable value for industries such as:
- Cement & Steel
- Petrochemicals & Power
- Pharmaceuticals & Automobiles
- Commercial and Industrial Infrastructure
Core Expertise
Turnkey EPC Projects: Civil, Mechanical, Structural, and Piping
Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB) & Heavy Steel Structures
Petrochemical and Process Industry Infrastructure
Industrial Tanks, Sheds, Conveyor & Pipe Rack Structures
Pile Foundation, Machine Foundations, Heavy Equipment Installation
Cost Optimization, Safety & Quality Assurance, and On-site Project Management
Proven Track Record
350+ projects successfully delivered with strict adherence to timelines and quality
Projects executed for top clients including Saint-Gobain, Manali Petrochemicals, Netafim Irrigation, Tata Coffee, and more
High-stakes infrastructure projects across India and the Middle East
Widely respected for tackling complex engineering challenges with practical and scalable solutions
Global Leadership
As the Managing Director of ITEF, Er. Selvam works passionately to spotlight Tamil engineering excellence across the world. He actively contributes to industry bodies such as CIA, FICCI, SICCI, and CII, representing the intersection of business, engineering, and community development on international platforms.
Recognition
Known for his disciplined leadership style, with a deep commitment to performance, safety, and client satisfaction
Acknowledged for building long-term industry relationships and empowering engineering talent
A recognized name in both Indian industrial development and global engineering networks