Jul 2018 – May 2019 · 10 mos · Lagos, Nigeria · On-site

• Market Penetration & Business Opportunities: Devised and executed a comprehensive business expansion/growth strategy (Power Vertical) in West Africa, focusing on countries such as Nigeria, Benin Republic, Cameroon, etc.
• Project Investments: Conducted Financial Modelling & Cost Benefit Analysis for diverse power projects, both conventional and non-conventional, enabling informed strategic business decisions.
• Project Execution: Led the end-to-end execution of a 2 MW solar off-grid project in the Republic of Benin. Oversaw the feasibility study, developed a robust business plan, conducted risk analysis, managed CAPEX and OPEX investments, designed tariff structures, established strategic partnerships, and successfully implemented the project, amounting to a budget of USD 6 million.
• Contract Management: Negotiated and finalized Long Term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with customers for Gas Based Power and Solar Power projects. These agreements ensured long-term revenue streams and strengthened business relationships, driving sustained growth and profitability.
• Revenue & Market Share Growth: Actively engaged in Business Development activities to identify potential off takers for an existing 150 MW natural gas power generation capacity in Nigeria. Utilized strategic market analysis and networking to secure new contracts and expand the customer base.

Mar 2015 – Apr 2017 · 2 yrs 1 mo · On-site

• Long Term Organizational Strategy: Authorized Representative and Signatory in the coal blocks re-allocation process by the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Collaborated closely with senior leadership and the strategy team to facilitate the allocation of six coal blocks valued at ₹736 Cr.
• Regulatory Landscape: Acted as a key liaison between the organization and Joint Secretaries & Directors of Central Ministries such as Environment, Coal, and Power. Orchestrated efforts to obtain necessary regulatory clearances for coal mines, streamlining the process to achieve minimum turnaround time and maximize profitability.
• Financial Acumen: Collaborated with the Operation Supervisory team and represented WBPDCL in the Central Electricity Authority's review meetings for 22 generating units, providing comprehensive insights into the company's financial performance on a quarterly basis.
• Capitalizing on Emerging Market Prospects: Partnered with CXO level executives to explore new market opportunities, particularly focusing on Bangladesh for power export. This strategic endeavour aimed to increase the company's revenue by an impressive 15%.
• Stakeholder Management: Represented the company in project progress review meetings with the Ministry of Power and the World Bank for India's pilot project, the Renovation & Modernization of a 210 MW venture valued at ₹650 Cr. Maintained strategic partnerships with the World Bank and ensured seamless coordination.

Nov 2011 – Mar 2015 · 3 yrs 4 mos · On-site

• Operations Management: Spearheaded 18-member team for safe & effective operation of 2X250 MW power plant and coordinated with the State Load Dispatch Center to export power to national grid at minimum cost.
• Crisis Management: Supervised emergency situations; restored two 250 MW units to a stable condition during the major black-out on 31st Jul’12 that affected over 620 million people across 22 states in India.
• Stakeholder Management: Essayed key role during annual overhaul & preventive maintenance of the plant collaborating with various stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination and timely completion of maintenance activities, thus minimizing downtime, and optimizing plant performance.
• Mentoring Initiatives: Pioneered in continual knowledge transfer by coaching & mentoring plant field operators as a part of competency development program.

Aug 2009 – Oct 2011 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Jharsuguda Area, India · On-site

• Strategic Sourcing: Led mechanical maintenance work with a team of 13, encompassing Material Codification, Purchase Requisitions, and Vendor Development for spare parts;
• People Management: Led an 8-member team responsible for the construction and commissioning of Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) and Fabric Filter (FF). Notably, the FF was the first of its kind to be installed in an Indian power plant;
• Project Management: Spearheaded a critical project involving the construction of a 2-kilometer ash pipeline valued at ₹0.34Cr. Despite a non-civil background, effectively collaborated with various stakeholders, managed project timelines, and ensured adherence to quality standards;