UTKARSH SINGH
A 804, Saanvi Nirman Stella, South Bopal Ahmedabad
Summary
Contracts and procurement professional with 11 years of experience across EPCM, EPCC and PMC environments in aviation, oil and gas, and infrastructure. Currently working as Associate Manager - Techno Commercial at Adani Airport Holdings Limited in Ahmedabad, supporting procurement activities across Adani airports and managing end-to-end sourcing, tendering, techno-commercial evaluation, contract administration, vendor assessment, and stakeholder coordination. Demonstrated experience in cost optimization, strategic negotiation, contract lifecycle management, CAPEX/OPEX procurement planning, and claims / risk management, with documented achievements including 15% cost reduction through value engineering and supplier consolidation, 25% annual savings through contract negotiation, and lead-time reduction through supplier coordination.
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Manager, Techno Commercial
Adani Airport Holdings Limited
Ahmedabad
08.2023 - Current
- Managed EPC and Service Contract for Construction of New Passenger Terminal Building at Adani Airport & Design Consultancy for Airside Infrastructure, Terminal Building Works and Runway Recarpeting and Rehabilitation, Taxiway and Apron Improvements
- Manage end-to-end procurement and contract lifecycle activities for airport infrastructure and operational requirements across Adani airports, including RFQ/RFP preparation, tender issuance, bid evaluation, negotiation, award recommendation, LOI/work order/PO issuance, and post-award administration.
- Lead techno-commercial evaluation of service, consultancy, supply and project packages; assess scope, commercial exposure, technical compliance, and vendor capability to support informed sourcing decisions. Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and procurement planning for critical materials, equipment, and services.
- Drive procurement strategy aligned with project timelines and business priorities, including CAPEX and OPEX planning, market analysis, alternative sourcing, benchmarking, and supplier development initiatives.
- Strengthen vendor governance through technical assessment, onboarding, performance review, issue resolution, and cross-functional alignment with engineering, projects, legal, finance, and operations teams.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders including projects, engineering, operations, finance, legal, and leadership teams. Liaise with consultants, contractors, government authorities, and external agencies for seamless project execution.
Deputy Manager Contract Administration
Shapoorji Pallonji Pvt Ltd
Pune -Maharastra
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Construction of Government Medical College, Hospital, Hostels, Residential Quarters & Allied Buildings (EPC Project)
Location: Chandrapur, Maharashtra, India
Project Type: EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction)- Project Value INR 650 Cr. - Supported contract administration activities for project execution, including risk identification, delay tracking, EOT review, extra item evaluation, milestone monitoring, and contractual correspondence management.
- Maintained delay registers and assessed project impacts to support contractual compliance, commercial control, and timely decision-making.
- Reviewed subcontractor work orders, payment milestones, and commercial justifications to improve budget compliance and support contract closure documentation.
- Prepare and identify potential risks associated with contracts and project execution.Develop and implement risk mitigation plans to minimize impacts on project timelines and budgets.
Engineer Grade -IV (Civil)
Engineers India Limited (EIL) New Delhi
01.2018 - 03.2023
- Mega Greenfield Refinery and Petrochemical Complex with a processing capacity of 650,000 BPSD (33 MMTPA) at Lagos Nigeria
- Managed contracts for one of the world's largest single-train refinery EPC projects valued at USD 20 Billion.
- HMEL Polymer Addition Petrochemical Project Bathinda, Punjab, India DFCU (Dual Feed Cracker Unit) EPCM Project | Project Value: INR 25,000 Crore.
- Perform techno-commercial evaluation of BOQs received from the Engineering department by verifying technical specifications, drawings, scope of work, item descriptions, and BOQ completeness.
- Manage quantity surveying, rate analysis, pre-tender cost estimation, contract administration, and overall contract management for EPC construction activities.
- Maintain comprehensive contract documentation and ensure proper record management for all contractual correspondence.
- Coordinate contract close-out, extensions, renewals, and final settlements while ensuring compliance with project requirements.
Contracts Engineer
Hindustan Prefab Limited New Delhi
New Delhi
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Member in core tender evaluation committee in Govt PSU for evaluating & finalizing the Bidder
- Experience in Contract Management(GCC/SCC), Tender drafting & drafting the SOR item & Preparing deviation notes as per project requirement
- Hand on Experience finalizing the Brought out items as per current market rates
- Assist the Project In-charge in the aspects of Project Planning, Scheduling and Resource planning
- Liaising with the project execution engineer regarding construction programs
- Monitoring and tracking of requisition to delivery of materials
- To prepare construction schedules, DPR and to monitor and track progress of work
Site Engineer Civil
Dineshchandra R Agarwal Infracon
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed the Indian Air Force Airport Flight Hanger & Service building project for Dinesh Chandra R
- Agarwal Infrcon Pvt Ltd in Gujarat
- Executed rigid and flexible pavement including PQC tarmac and services, with a focus on airport buildings and substations
- Led the air side works execution, including boundary wall, precasting, and erection, along with the development of apron, rapid taxiway, and pavement perimeter roads
- Oversaw area grading and land development works, ensuring seamless progress and quality standards
- Supervised structural work, including concreting, shuttering, and bar bending while maintaining adherence to regulations and safety protocols
- Demonstrated proficiency in site survey and various surveying instruments and techniques to support project success
Education
Master of Business Administration - PGDM in Supply Chain & Management
Indian Institute of Material Management
Navi Mumbai2026
B.Tech/B.E. - Civil Engineering
Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh01-2015
12th - Science (PCM)
Central Academy School
Rewa, MP01-2011
10th -
Central Academy School
Rewa, MP01-2009
Skills
- Contracts and Procurement
- Contract Administration
- Vendor Evaluation and Vendor Management
- Techno-commercial evaluations
- Strategic Sourcing and Cost Optimisation
- Stakeholder and Process Management
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Budgeting & BOQ Analysis
Certification
- Primavera P6
- SAP
- ARIBA MM Module
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation certificate from Better Results February 24, 2024 to April 13, 2024.
Languages
ENGLISH
HINDI
Accomplishments
- Successfully managed strategic sourcing and procurement for CAPEX projects valued at over INR 1,500 Crores, ensuring timely award of contracts and uninterrupted project execution.
- Developed and standardized contract templates, leading to improved contractual consistency, reduced legal and commercial risks, and faster contract execution across multiple projects.
- Optimized procurement costs by strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, contract negotiations, and value engineering initiatives, while maintaining quality and project schedules.
- Negotiated high-value EPC, consultancy, and subcontract agreements, delivering favorable commercial terms while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and project requirements.
Affiliations
- Life time Member of Indian Institute of Material Management.
Timeline
Associate Manager, Techno Commercial
Adani Airport Holdings Limited
08.2023 - Current
Deputy Manager Contract Administration
Shapoorji Pallonji Pvt Ltd
04.2023 - 06.2023
Engineer Grade -IV (Civil)
Engineers India Limited (EIL) New Delhi
01.2018 - 03.2023
Contracts Engineer
Hindustan Prefab Limited New Delhi
02.2017 - 01.2018
Site Engineer Civil
Dineshchandra R Agarwal Infracon
07.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Business Administration - PGDM in Supply Chain & Management
Indian Institute of Material Management
B.Tech/B.E. - Civil Engineering
Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV)
12th - Science (PCM)
Central Academy School
10th -
Central Academy School