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SUNIL SAHOO

Bhubaneswar

Summary

A competent professional with complete EPC, PMC & Operation with more than 15+ years of experience in Asset management, Vendor management, Contract management, Project Planning, Quality control, Project Management, Construction Management, Project Execution, Site Engineering, Electrical Installation, Erection, Project Scheduling, Commissioning, &Testing. Has delivered more than 530MW of Solar PV Utility-Scale Projects as on date & other power project including vast experience in power transmission & distribution. Expertise in Electrical Green Field Power Projects & Safety involving Engineering, Erection, Testing and Commissioning of Power Equipment’s and Power Distribution Systems Projects. Adept at handling erection & commissioning activities involving resource planning, in-process inspection, team building and co-ordination with internal/ external departments. Comprehensive knowledge of electrical power systems, Transmission and Distribution System Voltage Level up to 132kV. Well versed with concepts of value engineering & costing with demonstrated abilities in optimum resource utilization. Deft in implementing the projects without incidences of time/ cost overruns. Experience in managing the installation / testing activities. Proficient in administering entire project operations with key focus on top line & bottom-line profitability. An effective communicator with good interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Practical exposure of PLC & SCADA System.

Acknowledged with multi-tasking abilities, a dynamic & result -oriented professional, seeking challenging assignments in Electrical Transmission, Distribution & Solar PV Power Projects with an organization of high repute in Power industry

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Project Engineer

Aston field Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd
04.2012 - 06.2013
  • Managing installation, Commissioning & Testing of LT & HT panel, Transformer, Inverter, PLC Panel, RMU, Fuse Box, Array Box and Combiner Box.
  • Managing & Coordinating for PV Module Installation, DC wiring, Testing, Commissioning and charging of circuit.
  • Managing Complete Installation, commissioning Testing of 66KV Switch Yard & 11 KV Substations.
  • Conducting site inspection, Identify & highlight possible risk on project, report technical queries to field Engineer, check measurement & reconciliation report.
  • Logistics support for material movement, planning & monitoring of day to day activities
  • Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
  • Reduced project timelines with proactive planning and close monitoring of progress.
  • Monitored installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.

Project Engineer

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
08.2008 - 02.2012

* Handling Infra-2,HVDS,feeder separation projects in Maharastra,MP,WB
* Responsible for separating the existing 11 KV feeder bay to new feeder bays to meet the load
demand & bifurcating the existing line to new line.
* Handled initial planning, estimation & documentation of rural electrification (RGGVY) project.
* Also involve in checking the quality as per the standard specification & also having the
responsibility to carry out material reconciliation & JMC.
* Erection, testing & commissioning of 33/11 KV substation.
* Augmentation of 05 MVA Transformer instead of existing 3.15 MVA Transformer.
* Erection, testing & commissioning of 33 & 11kv CT, PT, VCB, C & R panel.
* Erection of new transformers - 25KVA, 63KVA, 100KVA and 200 KVA on Double pole structures.
* Erection & commissioning of New 33 KV feeder up to 300 K.M. & 11 KV feeders up to 600 K.M.

Sr. Engineer

ACME solar power Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Monitored employee performance to keep projects on task.
  • Determined equipment failure root cause and implemented solutions.
  • Led cross-functional team for successful completion of multiple large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • Controlled project costs by approving expenditures.Involve in erection work of module of Thin film & Multicrystaline.
  • Erection, Testing & commissioning of inverter, fuse box, RMU, Battery bank & LTDB in PV stations.
  • Erection & commissioning of EHV & HV line of 66 KV & 33 KV.
  • Erection & commissioning of 66/11 kV & 33/11 KV substations as per quality norms.
  • Steering efforts for installation of all electrical equipment in HV & LT system like H.T. Panel, CRP Pannel,L.T Panels, Power Transformers, SF-6 Breakers, Isolator,CT,PT etc.
  • Installation & quality checking of module erection, structure erection, combiner box & array box.
  • Carrying out activities for planning and laying down the HT & LT Cables in the entire area specified in design.
  • Estimates, prepares and assigns the resources such as manpower, materials, consumables, equipment, tools, etc., required for all electrical and related works prior to execution.
  • Submits site daily reports, estimates and all applicable monitoring reports on regular basis to VP project & Site Manager.

Construction Manager

First Solar India Pvt Ltd
05.2016 - 02.2018
  • Worked as Construction Manager in Telangana. for 61.6 MW solar PV project which is the india’s first 1500v project developed by First solar.
  • Tracked project costs and other financial metrics to maximize profitability.
  • Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
  • Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
  • Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
  • Developed and implemented construction plans according to client specifications and expectations.
  • Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
  • Managed procurement processes for timely delivery of materials while minimizing costs, ensuring smooth project execution.
  • Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
  • Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
  • Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
  • Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Responsible for managing Vendor Management at all the sites involving material and labor vendors including EPC Subcontractor meeting the stipulated guidelines and timelines.
  • Handling day to day construction activities.
  • Manages the plant based on best practices in the PV industry, with an emphasis on planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.
  • Ensures completion of Technicians documents; onsite equipment problems, log entries, site visitation; safety and environmental inspections. Managing and coordinating all activities to ensure that projects are executed within the budgeted cost and time.
  • Capture subcontractor performance regularly.
  • Involving in Erection, Testing & commissioning of 132 KV line along with 132/33KV sub station.

Project Co-Coordinator

Ashoka Buildcon Ltd
11.2014 - 05.2016
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality results within established deadlines.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through regular communication and prompt responses to inquiries or concerns.
  • Handle site execution, project planning, co-ordination & project development for Bihar RGGVY/DDUGY project (project cost-750 crs).
  • Accomplished responsibility for Project planning, material deliver scheduling, monitoring the project as per milestone chart. .
  • Oversee all phases of project execution; approved engineering/design changes, troubleshoot and resolved complex technical problems with technical team, consistently met project deadlines and highest possible quality standards.
  • Coordinating with Project managers and Site Engineers to prepare BOQs and planning of Materials to ensure no delays in site progress.
  • Supervising manpower resource for various types of job, resolving bottlenecks and ensuring their focus towards project goals in a cohesive manner.
  • Ensuring effective execution of complete site activities within stipulated cost and time and maintain safety of men and materials.
  • Handling vendor registration with important customers, preparation & maintaining of documents & submission of vendor appraisal form for the vendor registration.
  • Coordinating with the customers to get the Drawings/documents & QAPs Approval.
  • Following-up with the customers for releasing the payments at various stages. Coordination with the commercial department for dispatches the goods.
  • Project cost monitoring and implement methods for cost cutting for improvement of project margin.
  • Project legal & contractual documentation.
  • ERP documentation of project.
  • Sub contractor’s billings, material reconciliation.
  • To project revenue and collection targets.
  • Monitoring of complete project from start till end
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all projects, enabling seamless handovers to other team members when needed.
  • Collaborated closely with upper management in the decision-making process regarding resource allocation, budgeting adjustments, and prioritization of tasks across multiple projects.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers for optimal pricing and delivery terms, saving company resources.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.

Manager

INR Energy ventures pvt ltd (Prestige Group) +Nucleus office parks (Blackstone Group)
03.2019 - 05.2023
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
  • Single point contact to customer and management for project deliverables as per time, cost and quality requirements.
    •Supervising all project/site activities including providing technical inputs for methodologies of construction, developing and implementing Method statements and Field Quality Plans in line with the customer requirement and system requirement.
    •Stakeholder Mapping and Integration management - Coordination with stakeholders, monitor and control through regular team meetings, tracking and follow-up 'to align their deliverables to the project requirement to ensure timely completion of project
    •Implementing policies and objectives of the company; developing O & M procedures to run and maintain the plant (Daily, weekly, and monthly) as well as implementing improvement of the plant operations
    •Identifying areas of obstruction/breakdowns by conducting RCA & rectifying the same through application of troubleshooting tools; monitoring equipment condition, identifying weak areas and initiating advance action to prevent major mishap.
    •Reviewing monthly MIS reporting to the management and upgradation.
    •Predictive, Preventive and Corrective maintenance &Co-ordinate with OEM vendors for equipment maintenance
    •Travel to project sites and vendor locations when required or when assigned to perform all aspects of on-site installation, repair, maintenance, oversight, and modifications as required.
    •Ensure that all O&M activities performed at project sites complies with OEM requirements & warranties, agreed contracts etc.
    •Responsible for all required repairs, maintenance, Insurance claims and monitoring of all warranty claims Manage critical spares, receivables at site.
    •Manage EPC O&M engineers at site, O&M contractor and sub-contractors, Co-ordinate with O&M contractor and their sub-contractors for plant O&M as per contract
    •Coordination with state utility companies (GESCOM, HESCOM, KPTCL) for generation & energy accounting

Construction Manager

TRACTEBEL Engineering Pvt ltd
02.2018 - 03.2019

Working as a Consultant Construction Manager for Handling 250 MW & 100 MW solar PV project for Karnataka (As a owners Engineer & PMC service provider )
• Managing complete project activities during its implementation till commissioning. Ensuring all dots are connected for successful implementation of the Project.

• Lead the Project Management Office. Coordinate with material deliver scheduling, design, construction, finance & BD teams to ensure the project timelines are intact as per milestone chart.
• Review of Customer input and generate TQ, Coordination with Customer Engineers for technical issues.
• Ensure proper design, review, control, implementation, and documentations of equipment design changes in a timely manner.
• Responsible for managing Client, Sub contractors, Vendor Management at all the sites involving material within stipulated guidelines and timelines.
• Participating site acceptance test, commissioning and start-up activities, Installation & Commissioning of System.
• Identify the sources of likely problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid any potential project risks and determine response actions to mitigate any negative impact. Project Manage the assets under construction as well as operational project.
• Review contractors Quality management documents & ensure for their maintenance such as - Inspection reports, Field Inspection checklist, FAT, Laboratory test reports, RFI, witnessed test reports, Inspection log books, Equipment calibration records, approved construction drawings & specifications, approved submittals & NCR.
• Verification for readiness of the contractor to begin Testing & commissioning activities on plant & substation equipment's & coordination of the same.
• Providing support to the Technical Head for planning any alternative, value engineering proposals or changes as & when required regarding the contractor and work progress.

  • Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
  • Collaborated closely with clients to ensure project objectives were met, maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
  • Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.

Sr Manager

Megha Engineering & Infrastructures
04.2024 - Current
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for timely completion.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
  • Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.

Education

B-tech Electrical Engineering -

Capital Engineering College
06.2016

Diploma (Electrical) -

Nilachal Polytechnic
06.2008

Skills

SAP

Certification

Transmission and Distribution Training from “Orissa Power Transmission Corporation Ltd, Orissa

Technicalpurview

  • Efficiently handled the commissioning of 250MW project in Karnataka.
  • 75 MW project in Karnataka.
  • 19.5 MW project in Telangana
  • 61.38 MW solar PV plant in Telangana (India’s first 1500V DC project).
  • 20 MW solar PV plant in Telangana.
  • 19 MW solar PV plant in Telangana.
  • 15 MW solar PV plant in Telangana.
  • 25 MW Solar PV Plant in Orissa at Bolangir.
  • 15 MW solar PV plant in Gujrat.
  • 5 MW Solar PV Plant Project in Jhansi U.P.
  • DDU-GY & RGGVY project in Bihar.
  • Infra-2 in Maharashtra.
  • RGGVY project in MP, WB, JH.
  • Well versed with Erection, Testing & commissioning of: Inverter, Fuse Box, RMU, Battery Bank & LTDB in PV Stations.
  • Installation of the PV Array.
  • Supervision of the DC Cabling and Interconnection.
  • Array testing and Integration.
  • String Combiner connections and functions.
  • HT Line of 132 KV, 110KV,33 KV & 11 KV.
  • 132/11 kV & 33/11 KV sub-stations as per quality norms
  • All electrical equipment in HV & LT system like H.T. Panel, CRP Panel, L.T Panels, Power Transformers, SF-6 Breakers, Isolator, CT, PT, etc.
  • New 33 KV Feeders up to 300 K.M. & 11 KV feeders up to 600 K.M.
  • 33 & 11KV CT, PT, VCB, C & R Panel
  • Augmentation of power T/f from 3.15 MVA to 10 MVA at sub station
  • Erection of distribution T/f from 16,25,63,100&200 KVA and power T/F from 1 MVA to 50 MVA

Passportdetails

K7856760, Bhubaneswar, 07/05/23

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 05/09/87

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Sr. Engineer

ACME solar power Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - 08.2024

Sr Manager

Megha Engineering & Infrastructures
04.2024 - Current

Manager

INR Energy ventures pvt ltd (Prestige Group) +Nucleus office parks (Blackstone Group)
03.2019 - 05.2023

Construction Manager

TRACTEBEL Engineering Pvt ltd
02.2018 - 03.2019

Construction Manager

First Solar India Pvt Ltd
05.2016 - 02.2018

Project Co-Coordinator

Ashoka Buildcon Ltd
11.2014 - 05.2016

Project Engineer

Aston field Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd
04.2012 - 06.2013

Project Engineer

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
08.2008 - 02.2012

B-tech Electrical Engineering -

Capital Engineering College

Diploma (Electrical) -

Nilachal Polytechnic
SUNIL SAHOO