Rahul Nampalliwar
Civil - Structural Design & Engineering
Pune,MH
Summary
Distinguished Civil and Structural Engineering Leader with 25 years of diversified experience across Renewable Energy (Wind & Solar), Industrial (Forging, Steel, Pharmaceutical), and Real Estate sectors. Currently serving as Head of Department for Balance of Plant (BoP), specializing in Civil and Structural design, engineering, and project management. Proven track record in managing the full lifecycle of projects from concept to commissioning, including prototypes, serial production, and EPC projects. Expert in RCC structural design, greenfield industrial planning, due diligence, regulatory compliance, and cost estimation. adept at providing engineering solutions for Operation & Maintenance (O&M) and technical support for tendering and contracts.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Head of Department | Balance of Plant (Civil & Structural)
Suzlon Energy Limited
03.2012 - Current
- Current Role Focus: Strategic Leadership, Design Optimization, and New Product Development (NPD).
- Key Responsibilities:
- Department Leadership: Leading the Civil & Structural engineering department for Wind and Solar Balance of Plant (BoP) operations.
- Design & Engineering: Spearheading the design of Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) foundations, internal plant roads, crane hardstands, and drainage systems for Prototypes and Serial projects.
- New Product Development: Managing civil design requirements for new turbine variants and solar tracker systems, ensuring structural integrity and cost-efficiency.
- Project Lifecycle Management: Overseeing engineering deliverables for EPC projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and safety regulations.
- Cost Optimization: Implementing value engineering in foundation designs and road infrastructure to reduce BoP costs without compromising safety.
- O&M Solutions: Providing technical engineering solutions for operational projects, including retrofitting, repair strategies for aging assets, and root cause analysis of structural failures.
- Regulatory & Compliance: Managing due diligence for land feasibility, obtaining statutory approvals, and ensuring compliance with local building codes and environmental regulations.
- Contracts & Tendering: Providing technical specifications for tenders, evaluating contractor bids, and assisting in contract negotiations to mitigate technical risks.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Provided ongoing staff development opportunities through training programs, workshops, and regular feedback sessions.
- Led a team of professionals to consistently achieve or exceed performance targets.
- Implemented quality control measures that resulted in improved products or services within the department offerings.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
- Implemented cross-training initiatives for employees, increasing overall departmental knowledge and versatility.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Initiated sustainability program, reducing waste and promoting environmentally friendly practices within department.
- Advised upper management on key decisions based on thorough analysis of market conditions, and competitor activities.
Civil Project Head
Kalyani Forge Limited
08.2009 - 02.2012
- Focus: Industrial Plant Expansion & Greenfield Execution.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Project Planning: Orchestrated the master planning and execution of a forging plant expansion and new greenfield industrial facility.
- Heavy Industrial Civil Works: Managed construction of heavy-duty machine foundations (presses, hammers) requiring vibration isolation and high-precision concrete work.
- Infrastructure Management: Oversaw the development of industrial sheds, utility blocks, and administrative buildings.
- Contractor Management: Coordinated with multiple agencies (civil, PEB, MEP) to ensure synchronized project execution.
- Budget Control: Monitored project cash flow, certified bills, and managed change orders to keep the project within the approved budget.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Implemented best practices in documentation management systems that improved efficiency, accessibility, and security of project-related information.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
- Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary.
- Saved costs on multiple projects by identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Lead Engineer - Balance of Plant (Technical Services)
Suzlon Energy Limited
04.2008 - 08.2009
- Focus: Technical Services & Engineering Solutions.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Technical Support: Served as the technical focal point for BoP civil engineering services for New Product Development and Serial projects.
- Site Support: Resolved complex site queries regarding foundation casting, soil stabilization, and road execution in difficult terrains.
- OMS Projects: Delivered engineering solutions for Operation, Maintenance, and Service (OMS) requirements, ensuring high turbine availability.
- Oversaw the successful completion of multiple concurrent projects, balancing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features into existing product lineups.
- Assessed scope and requirements to assist with project design determinations.
Civil Project In-Charge & Coordinator
Alankar Real Estate
12.2004 - 04.2006
- Focus: Steel Plant Construction & Infrastructure.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Steel Plant Execution: Managed civil construction for a steel plant, including blast furnace foundations and rolling mill structures.
- Coordination: Acted as the primary liaison between the structural design consultants and the site execution team.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Civil Project In-Charge
Bharuch and Motivala (Poona) Pvt. Limited
06.2004 - 11.2004
- Focus: Greenfield Industrial Project.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Greenfield Execution: Supervised initial site mobilization, land development, and foundation works for a new pharmaceutical manufacturing unit.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensured site activities adhered to stringent industrial safety and FDA-compliance construction standards.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Civil Project In-Charge
Golechha Construction Company
12.2001 - 06.2004
- Focus: Residential & Commercial Real Estate.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Residential Projects: Handled execution of multi-storey residential towers and commercial complexes.
- Site Management: Managed day-to-day site operations, including labor management, material procurement, and quality checking (reinforcement, shuttering, concreting).
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
Project Civil Engineer
Sandeep Dwellers Pvt. Limited
02.1999 - 11.2001
- Support senior engineers in civil design and construction management.
- Executed project as per design drawings and technical specifications ensuring daily site inspections and quality checks.
- Established strong relationships with consultants & architects, vendors facilitating smooth project execution and long-term partnerships.
- Conducted thorough site investigations to ensure accurate project planning and efficient resource allocation.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge on industry best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring the highest level of expertise in project execution.
- Delivered comprehensive progress reports to seniors, maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
Education
M. Tech - Civil / Structural Engineering
International Institute of Information & Technology
Hyderabad, India 04.2001 -
B.E. / B. Tech - Civil Engineering
Nagpur University
Nagpur, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Renewable Energy BoP: Design of WTG foundations & Precast Concrete Towers, Solar mounting structures, Control Rooms, and Switchyards
Certification
Accelerated PMP Training - PMSoft-Pune.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Microsoft Project, Primavera V3
04-2012
Head of Department | Balance of Plant (Civil & Structural)
Suzlon Energy Limited
03.2012 - Current
Microsoft Project-Certified by Aptech
10-2010
Civil Project Head
Kalyani Forge Limited
08.2009 - 02.2012
Accelerated PMP Training - PMSoft-Pune.
08-2008
Lead Engineer - Balance of Plant (Technical Services)
Suzlon Energy Limited
04.2008 - 08.2009
Civil Project In-Charge & Coordinator
Alankar Real Estate
12.2004 - 04.2006
Civil Project In-Charge
Bharuch and Motivala (Poona) Pvt. Limited
06.2004 - 11.2004
Civil Project In-Charge
Golechha Construction Company
12.2001 - 06.2004
M. Tech - Civil / Structural Engineering
International Institute of Information & Technology
04.2001 -
B.E. / B. Tech - Civil Engineering
Nagpur University
04.2001 -
Project Civil Engineer
Sandeep Dwellers Pvt. Limited
02.1999 - 11.2001