G.M. / Vice President - Project - HRM & Plate Mill Project

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management HRM & Plate Mill:

• Led the execution of HRM revamp and Plate Mill projects including mechanical erection, equipment alignment, and project scheduling.
• Managed installation of material handling systems Barge Unloader, Grab Buckets, EOT Cranes, Gantry Cranes, and other MHEs.
• Oversaw unloading and handling of oversized equipment including Mill Housing, Drive Motors, Gear Boxes, and imported assemblies.

Engineering & Procurement:

• Developed roll shop layouts and ordered equipment (RGM, Shear Knife Grinding, Turning Machines, Jib Cranes, etc.).
• End-to-end RFQ management from offer comparisons to SAP entries and technical clearances.
• Performed mechanical checks and alignment of anchor boxes and structural bases for critical mill equipment.

Site & Civil Execution Coordination:

• Supervised civil interface for equipment foundations, baseplate alignment, and site readiness.
• Monitored, facilitated, and recorded site progress for fabricated and structural assemblies.
• Maintained meticulous documentation for engineering drawings and site execution plans.

Installation & Commissioning:

• Managed installation and commissioning of mechanical equipment and trial runs.
• Troubleshot operational bottlenecks and ensured seamless handover post-commissioning.

Cost Control & Strategic Planning:

• Implemented cost-saving measures by sourcing indigenous materials and optimizing design layouts.
• Rationalized manpower and controlled project expenditure while meeting delivery targets.
• Avoided project overruns by enforcing strict controls on time, cost, and quality metrics.

Quality Assurance & Documentation:

• Ensured ISO-9000 quality standards, root cause analysis, internal audits, and engineering review compliance.
• Archived all project documentation for traceability and ensured audit readiness.

Contract Management:

• Prepared technical requisitions and evaluated tender offers.
• Managed techno-commercial negotiations, dispute resolutions, and contract finalization.
• Maintained coordination with EPC consultants and statutory authorities for clearances and execution.

Team & Vendor Management:

• Led cross-functional teams and mentored junior engineers and supervisors.
• Ensured safe work practices and quality control during execution.
• Built and maintained vendor relationships for seamless material procurement.

Technical Skills:

• Software: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Primavera, MS Project, SAP (PM & MM Modules), Lotus Notes, Microsoft Outlook
• CAD/Programming: AutoCAD, Visual Basic, JavaScript, VBScript, C/C++, Java, HTML
• Database: SQL Server, MS Access
• ERP: SAP (Indenting, Stores, Billing, Equipment Data Mapping, Post-Implementation Training)

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective communicator and negotiator
• Excellent time and resource management
• Ability to deliver under pressure and tight schedules
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented approach