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Gyanaranjan Barik

Gyanaranjan Barik

Bhubaneswar

Summary

Dynamic Power Sector Professional with over 18.5 years of experience, specializing in energy and utility domains, driving innovation, efficiency, and strategic transformation across the industry. Proven expertise in smart metering solutions, Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems, energy auditing, and power distribution modernization, with hands-on experience in R-APDRP and RDSS AMI projects. Adept at business development and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring seamless implementation of scalable, industry-compliant solutions that align with organizational goals and regulatory frameworks. A strategic leader and problem solver, recognized for optimizing revenue assurance, operational efficiency, and grid reliability through data-driven methodologies and technological advancements in the power sector.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Consultant

PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt ltd
Kolkata
01.2022 - Current
  • Project Management Consultancy for Smart Metering Implementation under RDSS Scheme at HPSEBL, Shimla, ensuring efficient deployment and strategic execution.
  • Deployment of cloud-based HES and MDMS, along with a network management system (NMS), enhances smart meter communication and data management capabilities.
  • Led the integration of AMI systems with SAP ERP, SAP IS-U Billing System, GIS, CRM, and existing MDAS module, ensuring seamless operational alignment.
  • Provided regulatory guidance, financial analysis, and market studies for state government utility programs related to energy projects.
  • Spearheaded the deployment of smart meters and cloud-based HES and MDMS for an advanced AMI solution at WBSEDCL, West Bengal.
  • Developed bidding documents, managed the bid process, and ensured compliance with regulatory and technical standards.
  • Provided strategic advisory services for the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) implementation at the Central Electricity Board, Mauritius, focusing on scalable and efficient deployment.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of interoperability concerning communication protocols, smart meters, and integration frameworks within HES and MDMS ecosystems.
  • Performed comprehensive financial and feasibility assessments for AMI implementation, optimizing investments, and long-term operational efficiency.
  • Led a team of consultants, ensuring timely execution of project milestones, with a strong focus on quality.
  • Established key relationships with government bodies, utilities, regulatory authorities, and private stakeholders to drive impactful policy recommendations.

Senior Manager

Larsen & Toubro Ltd (Now Schneider Electric India Pvt Ltd)
Bhubaneswar
03.2017 - 10.2021
  • Led the implementation of R-APDRP IT projects, focusing on utility digitalization and enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Monitored MDAS modules, MBC (Metering, Billing, and Revenue Collection) design modules, ensuring smooth go-live processes and technical performance for utility functionalities.
  • Acted as team leader, driving the successful execution of SAP project modules, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
  • Established key relationships with power utilities, regulatory authorities, and private stakeholders to drive impactful policy recommendations.

Manager-operation & Energy Audit

Seaside Utilities Pvt Ltd (Shyam Indus Power solution Pvt Ltd)
Bhubaneswar
10.2013 - 02.2017
  • Provided strategic consulting on power distribution franchise operations, overseeing four divisions of CESU, Odisha, to enhance efficiency and regulatory compliance.
  • Conducted technical and financial evaluations of boundary points and inter-exchange metering systems at 33 kV and 11 kV levels, optimizing system performance and reliability.
  • Designed and executed distribution modernization strategies, including LT ABC and HVDS schemes, reducing technical and commercial losses, while improving network resilience.
  • Developed data-driven methodologies for advanced metering, ensuring precise monitoring of HT, LT, and high-value consumer groups through AMR technology and DT AMR metering implementations.
  • Led meter testing and calibration initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, improving metering accuracy, and supporting revenue assurance strategies.

Deputy Manager-Operation

Enzen Global Solution Pvt LTD
Bhubaneswar
07.2011 - 10.2013
  • Provided strategic consulting for power distribution franchisee operations at WESCO, Odisha, ensuring compliance, performance enhancement, and system reliability.
  • Managed grid reliability initiatives, optimizing power supply from 33 kV transmission levels to end consumers through infrastructure enhancements.
  • Led billing process improvements, overseeing single and three-phase billing cycles, meter replacements, and enforcement activities to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • Designed advanced meter data analytics models, assessing HT, LT, and high-value consumer patterns to optimize metering performance, and reduce discrepancies.
  • Developed revenue realization frameworks, implementing collection efficiency enhancement strategies to strengthen financial sustainability.
  • Formulated and executed AT&C loss reduction plans, leveraging data analytics and process improvements to minimize distribution inefficiencies.

Senior Executive Engineer

Secure Energy Services Ltd
Udaipur
08.2006 - 06.2011
  • Provided expertise on energy accounting and auditing initiatives for key utility clients, including BSES Delhi, MPPKVVCL Jabalpur, BSEB Patna, and TSECL Tripura.
  • Conducted feeder-wise load flow studies and energy balance assessments, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize grid performance and efficiency.
  • Assessed distribution transformer performance, identifying risk factors such as underloading, overloading, and imbalance, and recommending mitigation strategies to prevent failures.
  • Developed strategic roadmaps for AT&C loss reduction, advising stakeholders on corrective actions to enhance financial sustainability, and operational effectiveness.
  • Oversaw project execution, including the installation and commissioning of distribution transformers, feeder meters, and HT consumer systems, ensuring compliance and seamless integration.
  • Led meter data analysis initiatives, highlighting revenue benefit cases, and providing actionable improvement recommendations to the utility.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical & Electronics

Sambalpur University
Jyoti Vihar, Odisha
12-2005

Skills

  • Power Distribution Strategy and Grid Optimization
  • Power Sector Consulting and Strategy
  • Energy Accounting and Auditing
  • Smart Metering and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Implementation
  • Business & Financial Strategy
  • Utility digitalization
  • Billing and Revenue Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Team Leadership
  • Project management and leadership
  • Bidding Management Advisory
  • Process improvement and regulatory compliance
  • Data-Driven Decision Making

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 08/07/83
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Languages

Odia
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Principal Consultant

PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt ltd
01.2022 - Current

Senior Manager

Larsen & Toubro Ltd (Now Schneider Electric India Pvt Ltd)
03.2017 - 10.2021

Manager-operation & Energy Audit

Seaside Utilities Pvt Ltd (Shyam Indus Power solution Pvt Ltd)
10.2013 - 02.2017

Deputy Manager-Operation

Enzen Global Solution Pvt LTD
07.2011 - 10.2013

Senior Executive Engineer

Secure Energy Services Ltd
08.2006 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical & Electronics

Sambalpur University

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