PREETI KHANDELWAL
Project Manager
Raipur
Summary
Dynamic professional with over 16 years of diverse experience in Learning & Development, Project Management, and Skill Operations, seeking a challenging role to leverage extensive expertise. Demonstrated proficiency in HR management, the education sector, and vocational skill development projects, complemented by a strong background in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Proven track record in strategic project formulation and contingency planning, driving overall project success while enhancing operational efficiency across various business landscapes. Innovative strategies and strong communication and leadership skills, developed as an Assistant Professor, ensure a commitment to excellence and position this candidate as a valuable asset to any organization.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Randstad ( KPMG )
07.2025 - Current
- Led the preparation and periodic revision of the Chhattisgarh Startup Policy to drive innovation-led entrepreneurship.
- Conducted policy research and benchmarking to adopt best practices, and strengthen state-level startup incentives.
- Designed and implemented capacity-building programs for startups, incubators, and ecosystem enablers.
- Built strong industry, academia, and investor collaborations to expand funding access and market linkages
- Promoted inclusive entrepreneurship, empowering women, youth, and rural innovators.
- Coordinated with key departments — MSME, IT, Education, and Skill Development — for cohesive startup ecosystem growth.
- Established a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to assess policy and program impact.
- Curated policy briefs, reports, and success stories to showcase Chhattisgarh's innovation outcomes.
Senior Manager (Business Development & Assessments)
Hydrocarbon Sector Skill Council
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Skill Scheme Implementation: Spearheaded the implementation of various skill development schemes, fostering relationships with State Skill Missions, and government entities involved in skill initiatives.
- Industry Collaboration: Coordinated with industry and state authorities to manage skill development schemes funded through CSR, effectively overseeing Training Partners and their centers.
- Program Efficiency: Ensured the efficient and high-quality execution of programs by the Council (HSSC), including monitoring training infrastructure, quality, and trainee numbers.
- Skilling Advocacy: Advocated for skilling initiatives within the hydrocarbon sector, establishing industry partnerships for placements, and employment generation with PSU partners.
- Project Management: Actively engaged in project establishment, standards development, and project monitoring, and evaluation. Engaged in CSR implementation on the ground for women's empowerment, sustainable livelihood development, and nearby the refineries and industrial areas.
- Assessment Coordination: Overseeing the assessment segment for all schemes and programs, ensuring the delivery of effective, high-quality assessments, and certifications to deserving candidates.
- Skill Gap Assessment: Conducted a skill gap assessment across oil PSUs, and also supported for the development of qualifications pack and content.
- CSR Project Development: Collaborated with the CEO to develop CSR projects and policies supporting strategic business growth.
- Learning & Development Collaboration: Partnered with industry learning and development teams to enhance training, development, career mobility, and job performance programs at the site.
- Spearheaded strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and expanding service offerings across the hydrocarbon sector.
- Led market assessments and feasibility studies, driving informed decision-making for new initiatives and training alignment as per NEP.
- Developed and implemented innovative business strategies that improved operational efficiency and optimized resource allocation.
- Spearheaded strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders, driving collaborative initiatives that enhanced workforce development programs.
- Developed and implemented accrediatation & assessment frameworks to evaluate the efficacy of training programs, improving industry standards and outcomes.
- Led cross-functional teams in the design and execution of business development strategies, resulting in increased market penetration.
- Analyzed market trends and workforce needs to inform program development, ensuring alignment with industry demands and skill requirements.
Assistant Director (Projects & Business)
Disha Education Society & Surya Wires Pvt Ltd (Disha Group)
04.2016 - 01.2022
- Led the successful nationwide implementation of diverse skill development programs in India, including PMKVY, UNDP - UDAAN, MMKVY, DDUGKY (with 8 States), Surya Mitra, UNDP-DISHA funded projects, EGMM, VTP, and assessment body initiatives.
- Supported academic and administrative operations for six colleges and one school within the Education Society.
- Established strong liaisons with prominent educational councils in India, including AICTE, CSVTU, Nursing Council, Bar Council of India, UGC, and CSBE.
- Spearheaded project development, approvals, and end-to-end execution, encompassing HR management, from recruitment to team exits.
- Managed a diverse team of over 65 employees, and collaborated closely with 18 project heads, actively participating in senior-level decision-making, and representing Disha in multiple projects.
- Ensured the highest standards of quality, performance, and budget compliance across centers and programs.
- Pioneered the formation of a dedicated CSR team and engaged CSR volunteers to implement a volunteering-based CSR strategy, fostering relationships with support functions, business units, and UGO's for program success.
- Proficiently managed project operations in skill development, and meticulously documented standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Supported stakeholders management and partnership .
- Developed programs and policies to enhance employee growth, satisfaction, and retention, while reducing absenteeism.
- Successfully implemented Sensys software for comprehensive HR, attendance, payroll, allowances, and travel expenses automation.
- Led the seamless implementation of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Ion campus software across six institutes and one school at Disha Education Society, eliminating paper processes, and showcasing proficiency in software integration.
- Served as an Assistant Professor of Management for the Disha Institute of Management and Technology as an additional responsibility under the teaching segment, ratified by CSVTU University.
- Led the Innovation Club and Ditech Fest of the institute, along with handling the Grievances Department responsibilities.
- Managed a team of 28 individuals, heading different departments of Disha Group and Surya Wires Pvt. Ltd.
- Worked on various projects at Disha, including HR profile creation, KPI development, manuals for HR, admission processes, handling cloud-based data management systems, and biometrics and camera-related projects.
- Reviewed and answered correspondence from external universities, regulatory bodies, statutory bodies, and government agencies.
- Prepared the yearly budget for expenses, different MIS reports on expenses, income, student fees, etc., and administered the stores department, responsible for proper inventory and requirements records, purchasing, billing, and more.
General Manager (HR & Administration)
Disha Education Society
09.2012 - 03.2016
- Designed and delivered various training programs under the learning and development segment to optimize employee strength.
- Responsible for maintaining facility and administration in the institution, including HR, stores, registrar's office, accounts, operations, logistics, and correspondence for compliance with all offices regarding office management activities, rules, circulars, and filing management.
- Developed comprehensive policies covering employee compensation, benefits, welfare, health, and safety.
- Implemented strategies for performance assessment, staffing, training, and professional development.
- Provided effective leadership and guidance to the HR team, ensuring streamlined operations.
- Overhauled HR activities, including attendance, leave, and payroll systems, while introducing new initiatives.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for employee relations, fostering communication with senior management.
- Managed various HR functions, from salary sheet preparation to recruitment, grievance handling, and HR MIS.
- Ensured strict compliance with legal requirements and internal policies.
- Orchestrated HR department activities and maintained adherence to internal standards.
- Effectively managed grievance resolution and administered disciplinary measures when necessary.
- Analyzed data to produce actionable HR metrics, reporting to the board and senior management.
- Manager HR, Disha Education Society
- Sep 2009 - Sep 2012
- Recruitment and Hiring: Develop and execute recruitment strategies, including job advertising, resume screening, interviews, and final hiring decisions.
- Employee Relations: Address workplace conflicts, conduct investigations, and promote a positive work environment to nurture employee relations.
- Training and Development: Assess training needs, design and deliver programs, and encourage continuous learning within the organization.
- Policy Development and Compliance: Create and enforce HR policies, ensuring adherence to employment laws and regulations.
- Performance Management: Oversee goal setting, appraisals, and feedback, and handle disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Employee Engagement and Retention: Enhance engagement and retention through recognition programs, surveys, and fostering a positive culture.
- HR Information Systems: Utilize HR systems for data management, reporting, and workforce trend analysis.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with top management to align HR strategies with organizational goals, contributing to workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies.
- Reporting to the Chairman of Company
- Initially joined as Asst Secretary to Chairman of Disha Group then promoted as Manager (HRF in April - 2011).
Office Manager
Shri Krishna Communication
05.2005 - 01.2009
- Oversee accounts payable processes.
- Manage hiring and training activities.
- Coordinate various tasks and ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain employee payroll qles.
- Assess invoices and track orders.
- Handle house accounts and billing.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies.
- Manage advertisement development.
- Liaise with Managing Directors and Dealers in the territory.
- Analyze Monthly, Weekly, and Daily Sales Reports, reporting finding to the Head Office.
- Handle MIS activities, activations, and renewals.
- Resolve customer queries and complaints promptly.
- Provide exceptional service to customers, Dealers, and Channel Partners.
Education
Business Strategy -
Wharton Executive Education, University of Pennsylvania
B.Ed -
Disha College of Management & Studies
MBA - HR & Marketing
Sikkim Manipal University
06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Jiwaji University
Gwalior, India 04.2001 -
B.Sc - Computer Science & Mathematics
Government Science College, Jiwaji University
Gwalior04.2004
Skills
- Capacity Building & Training
- Training Delivery
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Team Building & Leadership Skills
- Critical thinking and Problem solving
- Assessment training
- Policy development
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Program Management
- Skill development
- Project management
- CSR project implementation
- Industry partnerships
- Market assessment
- Learning and development
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Established and Sustained a Highly Engaged and Employee-Centric Culture in my previous organization, resulting in the exceptional performance of employees and teams. Having exposure of working under different department of an Educational Institute 3 Including HR, Administration, Teaching, Research Department, Inspections and audit's, Registrar office, Examination, department, Logistics, Project Management. Served as a Assistant Professor in Executive Excellence Program organized for Experienced Professionals by Disha Business School. Served as a Assistant Professor-Management in Disha Institute of Management & technology for 3 years. Also ratified as an Assistant Professor under Statue 19 by Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University (CSVTU). Receiver of the consecutive four promotions in the same organization, and promoted till the level of Assistant Director. College Topper in all three years of graduation, School topper in 12th Standard. Awarded as a Best Student in School and elected as the Head girl for one year.
Timeline
Project Manager
Randstad ( KPMG )
07.2025 - Current
Senior Manager (Business Development & Assessments)
Hydrocarbon Sector Skill Council
01.2022 - 07.2025
Assistant Director (Projects & Business)
Disha Education Society & Surya Wires Pvt Ltd (Disha Group)
04.2016 - 01.2022
General Manager (HR & Administration)
Disha Education Society
09.2012 - 03.2016
Office Manager
Shri Krishna Communication
05.2005 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Jiwaji University
04.2001 -
B.Sc - Computer Science & Mathematics
Government Science College, Jiwaji University
Business Strategy -
Wharton Executive Education, University of Pennsylvania
B.Ed -
Disha College of Management & Studies
MBA - HR & Marketing
Sikkim Manipal University