VIVEK AGGARWAL
Project Director
NEW DELHI
Summary
An enthusiastic and motivated people leader with 24 years of experience across multiple profiles, avid learner and an empaneled Independent Director.
Adept at transforming challenges into solutions, I spearheaded turnkey projects and system support at GE Vernova T&D India Ltd, enhancing client satisfaction and team productivity. My expertise in project scheduling and team leadership, coupled with a knack for seamless budget administration and client relations, consistently ensured the successful execution of projects.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Director: Turnkey Delivery & Support
GE Vernova T&D India Ltd
09.2021 - Current
- Improved client satisfaction rates by effectively addressing concerns and incorporating feedback into future processes.
- Managing the project ecosystem with partner alignments, as well as direct system integrators.
- Stakeholder management across geographies and functions, and synergy formations within team members.
- Achieved consistent, on-time project completion by establishing clear goals and timelines for team members.
- Enhanced team productivity through regular progress tracking and performance evaluations.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Successful initiatives implemented for legacy project claim settlements, closures, and payment release.
Purchase Lead: Projects (S&S)
SIGNIFY Innovations India Ltd
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Reduced operational costs through effective budgeting and resource allocation, optimizing overall business performance.
- Supplier Base readiness for all key Segments
- Cost Optimizations & Strategy for Proposal (10%) and Project Phase (7%)
- Contract Formations for all Key vendors (50 K€)
- Driving Initiatives of Simplified Supplier Onboarding
- Reducing Corporate expenses by driving cost-effective purchases
- Developed Productive connects with Key Account holders
Sourcing Lead – Software Solutions (SWS BU)
GE T&D India Ltd
07.2014 - 09.2019
- Defining Negotiation Strategy (15M$ annually)
- Localization/ Globalization of vendors
- Managing IT/ SW/ TELECOM commodity for India Region
- Sourcing Savings and Cost reductions
- Maximizing Payment (cash-out) days
- Provisioning Best cost definitions for Bidding opportunities
Bid Manager – (SCADA Solutions)
ALSTOM T&D India Ltd
10.2009 - 06.2014
- Worked creatively and analytically in problem-solving environment, internally and with clients.
- Framing of complete Bids in accordance with Tender Requirements (Successful PGCIL URTDSM & NTAMC bids of 50M$ and 22 M$ respectively)
- Managing Govt. bids primarily for PSU and Utilities
- Preparation & readiness for all Qualification requirements & Legal documents for the bid.
- Strong co-ordinations with Engineering, Finance, Contracts and Legal team
- Direct & strong co-ordinations with OEM/ vendors for optimized techno-commercial proposals
- Preparation of Price schedules and Bid documents
- Contract/ Agreement signing
IT / TELECOM MANAGER (ENGINEERING)
AREVA T&D India Ltd
06.2006 - 05.2009
- Enhanced network performance by implementing strategic upgrades and maintenance procedures.
- Design, configure & integrate equipment for various Project requirements
- Preparation of Network Flow-chart and subsequent approvals from customer
- System Set-up, configurations & integrations for customer testing/ approval
SITE Engineer (SCADA IT) - NMS
ALSTOM T&D India Ltd
03.2001 - 05.2006
- Managed on-site resources effectively, including equipment utilization, and material storage to ensure smooth project progression with minimal downtime.
- IT Hardware, Networks and Cyber Security configurations
- Setting up system LAN/ WAN implementation
- System Networks troubleshooting and rectifications
Education
Certified Independent Director
IICA
12-2024
PGDBM (Finance)
SCDL
Pune, India 04.2001 -
B. Tech -
Guru Jambheshwar University
Hisar 04.2001 -
Skills
People Leader
Project scope definitions
Partner Ecosystem
Project scheduling
Budget administration
Contract Agreements
Client relations
Resource forecasting
Problem-solving abilities
Bid management
Continuous improvement
Conflict management
Timeline
Project Director: Turnkey Delivery & Support
GE Vernova T&D India Ltd
09.2021 - Current
Purchase Lead: Projects (S&S)
SIGNIFY Innovations India Ltd
10.2019 - 08.2021
Sourcing Lead – Software Solutions (SWS BU)
GE T&D India Ltd
07.2014 - 09.2019
Bid Manager – (SCADA Solutions)
ALSTOM T&D India Ltd
10.2009 - 06.2014
IT / TELECOM MANAGER (ENGINEERING)
AREVA T&D India Ltd
06.2006 - 05.2009
PGDBM (Finance)
SCDL
04.2001 -
B. Tech -
Guru Jambheshwar University
04.2001 -
SITE Engineer (SCADA IT) - NMS
ALSTOM T&D India Ltd
03.2001 - 05.2006
Certified Independent Director
IICA