BHAGYESH SHAH
GENERAL MANAGER (CONTRACTS)
Summary
A dynamic professional with more than 41 years of rich experience in various fields as well as core expertise in Contract Management, Contract Coordination, Business development, Marketing, International Marketing & Export of Transmission Industry & ISO Coordination. Holds the merits of managing transmission project for various utilities like POWERGRID, GETCO, MSETCL, TNEB, GRIDCO, KPTCL, MPPTCL, APTRANSCO, NEA (NEPAL), SONELGAZ (ALGERIA), MESB (Malaysia), AMBC (Malaysia) as well as overseas client like Philippines, Ethiopia, Bhutan, etc. for business development. Sound knowledge of Tendering such as right from identifying the tenders until compliance of post tender queries & return of EMD. Proven skills in managing Project from post bid discussions to closing of Domestic & Overseas contract. Since last 3.6 years handling EPC Civil Contracts on PAN India basis. Adroit in setting priorities, developing a work schedule, monitoring progress towards schedule completion, tracking details/ data/information of the project, management information system, etc. Involved in the ISO Certification, meeting, complying & coordinating its requirements and responsible for internal & external audit. Possesses excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills with demonstrated abilities in relationship management.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
3979
3979
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
General Manager – Contracts
Archon PowerInfra India Pvt. Ltd
01.2022 - Current
- Lead end-to-end EPC contract management across all projects in India, overseeing contractual execution, compliance etc.
- Manage internal and site-level review meetings to monitor project progress, identify contract-related risks, and align cross-functional teams.
- Assist the procurement department during commercial negotiations, ensuring alignment with contractual and financial terms.
- Vet and approve purchase and work orders to ensure accuracy, legal compliance, and adherence to company policies.
- Provide strategic input and review on legal and arbitration matters, supporting dispute resolution and claims management.
- Conduct recruitment interviews for a wide range of positions (junior to senior), contributing to organizational talent acquisition and team development.
General Manager
Pramukh Builders
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed end-to-end office operations, ensuring smooth coordination between department and support functions.
Project Coordinator
R.B.H.L
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Co-ordination of various activities for construction 5 star hotel with GM & Marriott officials.
- Deal with the store work.
General Manager
Pramukh Builders
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed end-to-end office operations, ensuring smooth coordination between department and support functions.
I/C Principal/ HOD (Civil)
S.K.I.T
01.2013 - 06.2018
- Functioned as the In-Charge Principal, overseeing overall academic, administrative, and operational activities of the institution.
- Headed the Civil Engineering Department, with full responsibility for curriculum planning, faculty coordination, student performance, and departmental administration.
- Ensured compliance with academic standards, regulatory guidelines, and institutional policies.
Assistant General Manager – Contracts
Ketan Construction Ltd.
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Assisted in tendering activities, including reviewing tender documents, identifying key requirements, and supporting bid preparation.
- Liaised with internal departments to gather necessary technical and commercial inputs for tender submissions.
- Coordinated various aspects of contract execution, ensuring alignment between contractual obligations, project teams, and client expectations.
- Contributed to the review of contractual terms and risk factors during the pre-award stage.
Partner
Pramukh Builders
06.2010 - 05.2012
- Managed end-to-end office operations, ensuring smooth coordination between department and support functions.
Senior General Manager – Projects
Jyoti Engineers & Contractors Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Managed end-to-end execution of EHV transmission line projects on a turnkey basis, including contract coordination, procurement, and site operations.
- Oversaw contractual compliance, ensuring timely execution of deliverables in line with technical and commercial terms.
- Liaised with site teams to monitor project milestones, resolve issues, and align on technical requirements and timelines.
General Manager – Contracts
ICOMM Tele Ltd.
05.2009 - 01.2010
- Functioned as Contracts Head – (Transmission Division).
- Handled overseas project of NEA, Nepal & Afghanistan in all respect.
- Involved in the change of vendors for NEA, Nepal.
- Instrumental in achieving annual sales target & realization of the Transmission department.
- Stellar in exploring market for supply of towers.
- Streamlined & improved working system of the department.
Assistant General Manager – Contracts
Associated Transrail Structures Ltd.
09.2008 - 05.2009
- Handled the Project Management / Contract Coordination from the post bid discussions to the closing of the contract including procurement of bought out items, monitoring billing activities & realization of payments.
- Instrumental in managing the overseas supply project such as Ethiopia, Nigeria and Afghanistan.
- Holds the merit in achieving the monthly sales target.
Senior Manager - Marketing / Project Coordinator
Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd.
04.1993 - 09.2008
- Actively coordinated all project-related functions, including contract services, marketing (domestic & international), and business development.
- Oversaw commercial activities, Management Information Systems (MIS), order closure processes, and ISO compliance coordination, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational goals.
- Functioned as a Project Coordinator at Algeria.
- Successfully managed an additional claim in a Power Grid Corporation of India project, ensuring effective negotiation, documentation, and recovery in line with contractual terms.
Partner
Shreeji Construction
01.1990 - 04.1993
- Managed end-to-end office operations, ensuring smooth coordination between department and support functions.
Supervisor
Testeels Ltd.
09.1985 - 12.1989
- Successfully collected all data including preparation, submission, attending tender opening, project execution, follow up with banks & RBI, partly export work, etc.
Work Charge – Supervisor/ (Additional Assistant Engineering)
Road Project
07.1985 - 08.1985
- Significantly done the survey & prepared estimate of rural road.
Work Charge – Supervisor
Gujarat Electricity Board
05.1985 - 06.1985
- Proactively monitored construction activities of powerhouse at Kadana Hydro Electric Power Project.
Work Charge – Supervisor/ (Additional Assistant Engineering)
Road Project
10.1984 - 01.1985
- Significantly done the survey & prepared estimate of rural road.
Supervisor
Choksi Engineering
04.1984 - 10.1984
- Supervised the building construction activities like measurement, checking & passing of bill, etc.
Education
B.E. - Civil Engineering - Structure Group
Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, India06-1994
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Technical Examination Board
Gujarat State04-1984
Skills
Project management expertise
Countries Visited
- Philippines
- Ethiopia
- Bhutan
- Algeria
- Nepal
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/18/64
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Awards
Certificate of Merit and Scholarship under National Scholarship Scheme from Ministry of Education & Culture, Government of India, New Delhi
Professional Highlights
- Archon PowerInfra India Pvt. Ltd, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, General Manager – Contracts, 01/22, Present
- Pramukh Builders, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, General Manager, 03/20, 12/21
- R.B.H.L, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Project Coordinator, 06/19, 02/20
- Pramukh Builders, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, General Manager, 07/18, 05/19
- S.K.I.T, Viramgam, Gujarat, I/C Principal/ HOD (Civil), 01/13, 06/18
- Ketan Construction Ltd., Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Assistant General Manager – Contracts, 05/12, 12/12
- Pramukh Builders, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Partner, 06/10, 05/12
- Jyoti Engineers & Contractors Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Senior General Manager – Projects, 01/10, 05/10
- ICOMM Tele Ltd., Hyderabad, Telangana, General Manager – Contracts, 05/09, 01/10
- Associated Transrail Structures Ltd., Butibori, Nagpur, Maharashtra, Assistant General Manager – Contracts, 09/08, 05/09
- Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd., Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Senior Manager - Marketing / Project Coordinator, 04/93, 09/08
- Shreeji Construction, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Partner, 01/90, 04/93
- Testeels Ltd., Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Supervisor, 09/85, 12/89
- Road Project, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Work Charge – Supervisor, 07/85, 08/85
- Gujarat Electricity Board, Panchmahal, Gujarat, Work Charge – Supervisor, 05/85, 06/85
- Road Project, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Work Charge – Supervisor, 10/84, 01/85
- Choksi Engineering, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Supervisor, 04/84, 10/84
Accomplishments
Recipient of:
o Mail from MD, ICOMM Tele limited, Hyderabad regarding “Good Work Done” during visit of three Executive Directors PowerGrid's for the assessment of the company for award of five contracts.
o Excellent feedback from the participants during presentation of marketing department, induction program at Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd. (KPTL).
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Gujarati
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
General Manager – Contracts
Archon PowerInfra India Pvt. Ltd
01.2022 - Current
General Manager
Pramukh Builders
03.2020 - 12.2021
Project Coordinator
R.B.H.L
06.2019 - 02.2020
General Manager
Pramukh Builders
07.2018 - 05.2019
I/C Principal/ HOD (Civil)
S.K.I.T
01.2013 - 06.2018
Assistant General Manager – Contracts
Ketan Construction Ltd.
05.2012 - 12.2012
Partner
Pramukh Builders
06.2010 - 05.2012
Senior General Manager – Projects
Jyoti Engineers & Contractors Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 05.2010
General Manager – Contracts
ICOMM Tele Ltd.
05.2009 - 01.2010
Assistant General Manager – Contracts
Associated Transrail Structures Ltd.
09.2008 - 05.2009
Senior Manager - Marketing / Project Coordinator
Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd.
04.1993 - 09.2008
Partner
Shreeji Construction
01.1990 - 04.1993
Supervisor
Testeels Ltd.
09.1985 - 12.1989
Work Charge – Supervisor/ (Additional Assistant Engineering)
Road Project
07.1985 - 08.1985
Work Charge – Supervisor
Gujarat Electricity Board
05.1985 - 06.1985
Work Charge – Supervisor/ (Additional Assistant Engineering)
Road Project
10.1984 - 01.1985
Supervisor
Choksi Engineering
04.1984 - 10.1984
B.E. - Civil Engineering - Structure Group
Gujarat University
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Technical Examination Board
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