Pankaj Kumar Samantaray

 Conduct an ongoing analysis of project scope, change requests, agile metrics, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to determine if the project is delivering the expected results throughout each phase of development.
 Evaluate the effectiveness of the project’s governance structure by participating in key project meetings to ensure appropriate frameworks are in place to oversee project execution and delivery and to mitigate critical risks and manage dependencies.
 Collaborate with Projects Controls Lead, and cross-functional teams to ensure that accurate risk management analysis is performed, and plans are in place for all projects and technology implementations.
 Expertise in monitoring and execution of Grid Substation Automation (GSAS), integration of IT and grids system under OT technology, Advance distribution Management System (ADMS), automation of Distribution system (DA) at 33KV voltage level.
 Ensure application of efficient work practices for core Project Delivery processes and ensures continuous improvement and update of these practices by incorporating lessons learned.
 Lead, mentor and support the team members focusing on career coaching to enhance their capabilities and fostering a people first environment to build trust and team cohesion.

 Established and maintained processes to manage scope over the project lifecycle, setting project quality and performance standards, and assessing and managing risk within, and across, multiple projects.
 Structured and manage integrated, multi-track project performance databases for multiple digital, print, social, broadcast, and experiential projects, with an eye on overall progress.
 Developed and maintained partnerships with outside resources—including third-party vendors and researchers.

 Monitored and assigned resources appropriately to streamline project efficiency and maximize deliverable outputs.
 Reported project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels as needed escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans.

 Built and developed the project team to ensure maximum performance, providing purpose, direction, and motivation.
 Led projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation plans, including risk mitigation.
 Coordinated internal and external resources, ensuring projects remain within scope, schedule, and defined budgets, in collaboration with project staff from various functional departments.
 Analyzed project progress and, when necessary, adapt scope, timelines, and costs to ensure that project team adheres to project requirements.
 Established and maintained relationships with appropriate client stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes.

• Communicated with industrial equipment installers to deliver technical support throughout project execution.
• Liaised with company executives and project managers to acquire resources to move projects forward.
• Assessed impact of modification requests for ongoing projects.
• Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.

• Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
• Determined budget, manpower, schedule and material needed to successfully execute projects.
• Studied manufacturing processes to improve overall knowledge.
• Assessed scope and requirements to assist with project design determinations.