ABHISHEK KUNWAR
New Delhi
Summary
Visionary Project Head with 16+ years of progressive leadership in GIS & AIS Substation Projects across EHV, HV & LV domains. Demonstrated expertise in turnkey project management, from concept to commissioning, with a proven ability to deliver complex, high-value portfolios exceeding ?180 Cr. Adept at steering multidisciplinary teams, driving operational excellence, and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Recognized for building strong client relationships with leading organizations such as PGCIL, MRPL, UPPTCL, HPSEB, and GETCO, and for consistently achieving project milestones under demanding conditions.
Overview
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Certification
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16
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
CG Power & Industrial Solutions Ltd.
10.2025 - Current
- Spearheading ?180+ Cr portfolio including 220/11kV GIS Khajod and 66/11kV GIS Salatwada (GETCO).
- Leading project planning, material estimation, and L2 scheduling.
- Driving procurement via SAP HANA, vendor negotiations, and contractor finalization.
- Ensuring compliance with testing & commissioning benchmarks for GIS equipment.
- Delivering projects on time with strict adherence to scope, safety, and quality standards.
Project Manager
CG Power & Industrial Solutions Ltd.
10.2025 - Current
- Key Projects:
- 220/11kV GIS Khajod, Gujarat (GETCO)
- 66/11kV GIS Salatwada, Gujarat (GETCO)
- Project portfolio volume: ?180+ Cr
- Responsibilities:
- Leading project planning, material estimation, and preparation of L2 schedules.
- Managing civil and electrical works with strict adherence to scope, timeline, and quality standards.
- Issuing PRs and managing procurement through SAP HANA.
- Coordinating, Schedule Preparation, Managing Engineering approval, Vendor management, contractor finalization, rate negotiations, and vendor management.
- Overseeing testing & commissioning of GIS equipment, ensuring compliance with benchmarks.
- Driving project reporting, material management, and financial accountability.
Project Manager
HYOSUNG T&D India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2019 - 10.2025
- Key Projects:
- 400/220kV Mysore Substation – Augmentation of transformation capacity by 1x500 MVA (Nov 2023?Nov 2024, ?18 Cr).
- 400kV Indore Substation – Fault level control scheme (Nov 2023?Feb 2025, ?36 Cr).
- 765/400kV Navsari GIS Substation – ICT augmentation (Nov 2023?Jul 2025, ?64 Cr).
- 400kV Gorakhpur Substation – GIS bays for 400kV D/C New Butwal?Gorakhpur line under cross-border interconnection (Jun 2023?Apr 2025, ?32.64 Cr).
- 400kV Narela GIS Substation – Transmission strengthening for Rajasthan solar evacuation (Feb 2022?May 2023, ?70 Cr).
- 400/220kV Kurukshetra GIS Substation – Transformation capacity augmentation (May 2022?May 2023, ?32 Cr).
- 400kV Kala Amb GIS Substation – Bay extensions with 125 Mvar bus reactor (Apr 2022?Jul 2023, ?36 Cr).
- 765/400kV Varanasi GIS Substation – Construction of 2 line bays under ISTS (Jun 2020?Apr 2021, ?28 Cr).
- 765/400kV Aligarh GIS Substation – Bays for Khurja STTP?Aligarh PG line (Mar 2021?Jun 2022, ?37 Cr).
- 220kV MRPL, Karnataka – Transmission line/substation (12 months, ?45 Cr).
- 220kV GIS Extension, Rangpo Samardung – 2 line bays (12 months, ?18 Cr).
- 132/6.6kV GIS, CREORA Spandex, Aurangabad – Industrial GIS project (12 months, ?38 Cr).
- Core Responsibilities
- - Project Planning Define scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and budgets. Prepare detailed schedules and resource allocation plans.
- - Budget & Cost Control Estimate costs, track expenditures, and ensure projects stay within approved financial limits.
- - Contractor & Vendor Management Finalize contractors, negotiate rates, oversee procurement, and manage vendor relationships.
- - Execution Oversight Supervise civil and electrical works, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to technical standards and safety protocols.
- - Quality Assurance Conduct inspections, supervise equipment testing (HV, SF6 gas tightness, partial discharge), and maintain compliance with specifications.
- - Risk Management Identify potential risks (technical, financial, environmental), develop mitigation strategies, and ensure contingency planning.
- - Stakeholder Coordination Communicate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to align expectations and resolve issues.
- - Documentation & Reporting Maintain project records, prepare progress reports, and ensure transparency in project status.
- - Final Inspection & Handover Oversee certification, testing, and formal handover of completed projects to clients.
Assistant Manager
STELMEC Limited
02.2018 - 01.2019
- 132/11kV GIS Substation – Sector 80, Noida for Samsung India
- Responsibilities:
- Developed detailed project plans, including work schedules and BOQs.
- Coordinated material procurement and ensured timely delivery.
- Led testing & commissioning of GIS & AIS equipment, including circuit breakers and 4X40MVA Power transformers.
- Prepared progress reports, monitored material consumption, and verified work completion.
Project Manager
Jindal Structure Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 01.2018
- 66/11kV AIS Substation at 6000 mtr altitude, Kinnaur, H.P. (HPSEB)
- Responsibilities:
- Managed electrical and civil works, ensuring compliance with project timelines and safety standards.
- Coordinated site surveys and prepared technical documents (AutoCAD drawings, GTP, etc.).
- Led the inspection, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
- Ensured smooth execution of projects through effective team management and coordination with clients.
Project Engineer
Capital Power Infrastructure Ltd.
06.2014 - 06.2015
- 220/132/33kV Substation – Sirsaganj, Firozabad (UPPTCL)
- Responsibilities:
- Managed electrical and civil works, ensuring compliance with project timelines and safety standards.
- Led the inspection, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
- Ensured smooth execution of projects through effective team management and coordination with clients.
Senior Site Engineer
GEPCDEC Infratech Ltd.
06.2010 - 06.2014
- 220/132/33kV Substation – Saifai, Etawah (UPPTCL)
- 132/33kV Substation – Chandok (UPPTCL)
- 33/11kV Substation & 11kV line – Chitrakoot (UPPTCL)
- Responsibilities:
- - Supervise civil and electrical works, monitor progress, and enforce adherence to technical standards and safety protocols.
Education
Advanced Project Management -
IIM Kashipur
01-2026
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
GL Bajaj Institute of Technology & Management
Greater Noida, UP01-2010
12th Grade - undefined
Rajkamal Saraswati Vidya Mandir
Dhanbad, Jharkhand01-2006
10th Grade - undefined
Saraswati Vidya Mandir
Dhanbad, Jharkhand01-2004
Skills
GIS & AIS Substation Projects (up to 765kV GIS)
Project Planning & Scheduling (MS Project, SAP HANA)
Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Electrical Equipment
Project Management & Site Coordination
Quality Assurance & Safety Standards (EHS)
Procurement & Contract Negotiation
Progress Reporting & Material Management
Liaisoning & Invoice Certification
Certification
Advance Project Mangement , IIM Kashipur
Interests
Travelling, Reading Vedic literature, Listening to Music
Timeline
Advance Project Mangement , IIM Kashipur
12-2026
Project Manager
CG Power & Industrial Solutions Ltd.
10.2025 - Current
Project Manager
CG Power & Industrial Solutions Ltd.
10.2025 - Current
Project Manager
HYOSUNG T&D India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2019 - 10.2025
Assistant Manager
STELMEC Limited
02.2018 - 01.2019
Project Manager
Jindal Structure Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 01.2018
Project Engineer
Capital Power Infrastructure Ltd.
06.2014 - 06.2015
Senior Site Engineer
GEPCDEC Infratech Ltd.
06.2010 - 06.2014
10th Grade - undefined
Saraswati Vidya Mandir
12th Grade - undefined
Rajkamal Saraswati Vidya Mandir
B.Tech - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
GL Bajaj Institute of Technology & Management
Advanced Project Management -
IIM Kashipur
SELF-DECLARATION
I, Abhishek Kunwar, hereby declare that the information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
CORE LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Project Leadership – Driving execution of GIS & AIS projects up to 765kV.
- Program & Portfolio Management – Managing multi-site, multi-phase projects with budgets exceeding ?100 Cr.
- Stakeholder Engagement – Building trust with clients, vendors, and government authorities.
- Operational Excellence – Streamlining procurement, vendor negotiations, and resource allocation.
- Risk & Compliance Management – Ensuring adherence to EHS, ISO, and statutory standards.
- Team Development – Mentoring engineers, site managers, and contractors for peak performance.