Likhitha Meenavilli

Strategic Project Management professional with a master’s in project management, and a foundational background in civil engineering. Seeking to apply advanced frameworks and technical rigor to drive success in large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

Dissertation: The Impact of Advanced Technology on Risk Management Performance in Airports, University of Warwick

• Analyzed how BIM, AI, and IoT mitigate cost and schedule overruns in airport infrastructure (Indira Gandhi,Heathrow & Changi Airports).
• Evaluated performance impacts using KPIs like Schedule Variance and Cost Overrun %.
• Analysed how technology-enabled risk management tools support systematic risk identification, assessment, and response planning throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Planning, Management & Control (PPMC), University of Warwick

• Managed a complex project lifecycle using Critical Path Analysis and Gantt Chart, delivering 7 days early with a £197k profit.
• Optimized resource allocation and implemented rigorous progress tracking to ensure near-target financial outcomes.

Project Financial Management (PFM) – Case Study, University of Warwick

• Performed a comparative financial analysis of two production scenarios (in-house refurbishment versus outsourced manufacturing) for a proposed organic snack bar, evaluating revenues, costs, and profitability over five years.
• Synthesized complex financial data into actionable insights, presenting financial findings and scenario evaluations to academic staff, briefing on the financial implications, assumptions, and project feasibility.

Collaborative Project Work - Case Study (Al Dhafra 2GW), University of Warwick

• Evaluated the lifecycle and partnership dynamics of the Al Dhafra Solar JV, focusing on the technical deployment of bifacial panels and the strategic alignment required to meet large-scale utility demands in the Middle East.
• Synthesized key takeaways on project governance and risk mitigation, addressing challenges such as environmental operational constraints, government policy dependence, and cultural differences in high-value energy infrastructure.