Results-driven and highly skilled Electrical Construction Manager with a focus on Substations
and Transmission Lines projects. With over 15 years of experience in project planning, resource allocation, construction methodologies, safety compliance, and quality control. Proven ability in leading cross-functional teams, collaborating with clients, vendors, and contractors, and achieving project goals within stringent timelines and budgets. ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Ankur Sharma
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
(505-******** ************@*****.*** Managua, Nicaragua Electrical Construction Manager
Project Name :-
Transrail Lighting Limited
Managua, Nicaragua October 2020 - Present
Responsibilities as Electrical Construction Manager :- Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 20 MVA & 25MVA transformer, 24.9 kV Switchgear, LT panels and Substation Earthing along 138/24.9 kV La Esperanza Substation
& 138/24.9 kV La Gateada 2 Substation & 59 KM Single Circuit Transmission line ( La Esperanza -La Gateada 2) & 9.2 KM Double Circuit Transmission Line Manage projects’ planning, scheduling, budgeting and monitoring. Collaborate with designers, engineers, and subcontractors to develop plans and specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Coordinate with project stakeholders including clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to achieve project goals within agreed timelines. Oversee project execution including procurement, construction, and commissioning. Manage change orders, claims and documentation to guarantee project deliverables are within contractual requirements.
Prepare and present project reports, status updates, and risk assessments to senior management and clients.
Conduct regular site visits, inspections, and progress meetings to monitor development of the project and make necessary adjustment as per requirements. Manage project budget and implement cost-control measures throughout the construction process.
Develop risk mitigation plan and implement risk management strategies to minimize project risks.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies. Lead and provide technical guidance to team members to optimize project performance. 1. Empresa Nacional de Transmisión Eléctrica (ENATREL) – Nicaragua (Central America)- under the EXIM India Funded project for Design, Supply of Goods, Works and Related Services for Building La Esperanza Substation, Transmission Lines and Relocation and Expansion of Substation at La Gateada in Nicaragua”. - 138/24.9 kV La Esperanza Substation & 138/24.9 kV La Gateada 2 Substation & 59 KM Single Circuit Transmission line ( La Esperanza -La Gateada 2) & 9.2 KM Double Circuit Transmission Line ( 2 Nos. 138kV Substation and 68.2 KMs Transmission Line) 2. Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi Limited (Malawi, Africa) - 33/11kV New Bangwe Substation, Extension and up gradation 66/33kVNkula Substation, Extension and up gradation of 66/33kV Fundis Cross Substation
Responsibilities as Site Execution Project Manager :- Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 25 MVA & 40MVA transformer, 33kV Switchgear, LT panels and Substation Earthing along with 31km Transmission Line. Manage projects’ planning, scheduling, budgeting and monitoring. Collaborate with designers, engineers, and subcontractors to develop plans and specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Coordinate with project stakeholders including clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to achieve project goals within agreed timelines. Oversee project execution including procurement, construction, and commissioning. Manage change orders, claims and documentation to guarantee project deliverables are within contractual requirements.
Responsibilities as Electrical Construction Manager :- Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 25 MVA & 40MVA transformer, 24.9 kV Switchgear, LT panels and Substation Earthing along with 31km Transmission Line. Manage projects’ planning, scheduling, budgeting and monitoring. Collaborate with designers, engineers, and subcontractors to develop plans and specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Coordinate with project stakeholders including clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to achieve project goals within agreed timelines. Oversee project execution including procurement, construction, and commissioning. Manage change orders, claims and documentation to guarantee project deliverables are within contractual requirements.
Prepare and present project reports, status updates, and risk assessments to senior management and clients.
Conduct regular site visits, inspections, and progress meetings to monitor development of the project and make necessary adjustment as per requirements. Manage project budget and implement cost-control measures throughout the construction process.
Develop risk mitigation plan and implement risk management strategies to minimize project risks.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental policies. Oversee project closeout activities including documentation, final inspections, and handover to clients.
Lead and provide technical guidance to team members to optimize project performance. 1. Empresa Nacional de Transmisión Eléctrica (ENATREL) – Nicaragua (Central America)- under the EXIM India Funded project for New Substation & Transmission Line of 138/24.9 kV Airport & San Juan Substation and Expansion of La Virgen Substation-138/69kV, Nicaragua and interconnection Transmission line of San Juan Substation & La Virgen .( 2 Nos. 138kV Substation and 31kms Transmission Line)
Electrical Construction Manager
Project Name :-
January 2016 - October 2020
Apollo International Limited
New Delhi, India and Managua, Nicaragua
Senior Electrical Engineer
Project Name :-
220/132 kV AIS Substation, and Interconnection between Bawana & Khanjawala,New Delhi –Client-Delhi Transco limited
Kanohar Electricals Limited
New Delhi, India July 2015 – December 2015
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 220 KV AIS equipment and 132 kV AIS Substation Erection & Testing of 220 Kv Transmission line from Bawana Substation to Khanjawala Substation – 12 Kms
Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 160 MVA Transformers- 2 Nos. along with Control & Relay Panels, SCADA & SAS Panel
5. Drinking Water Supply Project, Haryana under AMRUT Scheme, Government of INDIA Responsibility- Project Coordinator &Project Execution - Monitoring of all activities and analysing schedule deviations Project co-ordination and management including site activities Track, monitor and forecast progress of all activities and deliverable such as products, engineering documents, fabrication status and construction of all discipline Follow-up with suppliers/contractors for expediting the work according to the contract terms
Preparation, checking & finalization of work planning schedules of suppliers/contractors Monitor schedule deviation for assigned disciplines or specialties including supplier’s submittals, and recommends corrective action/workaround solutions for project considerations.
4. Ministry of Agriculture – Honduras (Central America)) – Irrigation Project Responsibilities as Project Coordinator :-
Monitoring of all activities and analysing schedule deviations Project co-ordination and management including site activities Track, monitor and forecast progress of all activities and deliverable such as products, engineering documents, fabrication status and construction of all discipline Follow-up with suppliers/contractors for expediting the work according to the contract terms
Preparation, checking & finalization of work planning schedules of suppliers/contractors. 3. Ministry of Industry – Syria – Steel Melting Shop Project Responsibilities as Electrical Manager for Steel Plant :-220/33 kV AIS Substation, Hama, Syria
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 220 KV AIS equipment ( 160 MVA Transformer) and 33 kV Switchgear
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 33kV Furnace Transformer ( 20MVA) – 2 Nos. Erection, Testing and Commissioning of all Electrical Equipment of Steel Plant Including EOT crane
Erection of 220 Kv Transmission line from Hama Main Substation to Steel Melting Plant – 10 Kms
Erection, Testing & Commissioning of LT panels and Substation Earthing. Erection & Testing of Local Control Panel & Control & Relay Panels. Erection Testing & Commissioning of Nitrogen Fire Fighting Protection System 2. 400/220kV AIS Substation, Sikar, Rajasthan –Client- Power Grid Corporation of India Responsibilities :-
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 400kV Substation ( 10 bays) and 220 kV AIS Substation( 21 Bays )
Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 315 MVA Transformers- 2 Nos. along with Control & Relay Panels -all bays, SCADA & SAS Panel
Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 63MVAR - 2 Nos. 220/66kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation, Nala Power House, Jaipur –Client- Rajasthan Vidyut Parivahan Nigam Ltd
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Responsibilities :-
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of220 KV GIS Equipment (8 bays)and 220 kV AIS Substation (4 Bays)
Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 160 MVA Transformers- 3 Nos. along with Control & Relay Panels, SCADA & SAS Panel
Assist the manager in the planning of the projects considering scope, objectives and deliverables.
Coordinate and monitor with stakeholder’s project progress, identification of potential concerns and implementation of corrective actions to ensure effective execution. Oversee construction activities on site to assure adherence to project specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
Assist in managing and allocating resources effectively as labour, equipment, and materials. Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and implement design changes if required as per the site conditions.
Ensure proper documentation of quality control processes and maintain records. Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
Crompton Greaves Limited, Gurugram, India
June 2011 – June 2015
Senior Electrical Engineer
Project Name:-
Assist the manager in the planning of the projects considering scope, objectives and deliverables.
Coordinate and monitor with stakeholder’s project progress, identification of potential concerns and implementation of corrective actions to ensure effective execution. Oversee construction activities on site to assure adherence to project specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
Assist in managing and allocating resources effectively as labour, equipment, and materials. Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of required materials and equipment on project.
Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and implement design changes if required as per the site conditions.
Ensure proper documentation of quality control processes and maintain records. Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
Conduct safety inspections, provide trainings and address any safety concerns promptly. 4. 132/33 kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation, MNIT, Jaipur –Client-Rajasthan Vidyut Parivahan Nigam Ltd.
Responsibilities :-
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 132KV GIS Equipment (7 bays) Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 50 MVA Transformers- 2 Nos. along with Control & Relay Panels, SCADA & SAS Panel
Assist the manager in the planning of the projects considering scope, objectives and deliverables.
Coordinate and monitor with stakeholder’s project progress, identification of potential concerns and implementation of corrective actions to ensure effective execution. Oversee construction activities on site to assure adherence to project specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
Assist in managing and allocating resources effectively as labour, equipment, and materials. Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and implement design Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
3. 400/220kV AIS Substation, Neemrana, Rajasthan –Client- Power Grid Corporation of India Responsibilities :-
Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 315 MVA Transformers- 2 Nos. Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 63MVAR - 2 Nos. Assist the Project manager in the planning of the projects considering scope, objectives and deliverables.
Assist the Site Manager in the planning to complete the Project and Commissioned the substation before project time.
Coordinate and monitor with stakeholder’s project progress, identification of potential concerns and implementation of corrective actions to ensure effective execution. Oversee construction activities on site to assure adherence to project specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
Assist the manager in the planning of the projects considering scope, objectives and deliverables.
Coordinate and monitor with stakeholder’s project progress, identification of potential concerns and implementation of corrective actions to ensure effective execution. Oversee construction activities on site to assure adherence to project specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
Assist in managing and allocating resources effectively as labour, equipment, and materials. Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and implement design changes if required as per the site conditions.
Ensure proper documentation of quality control processes and maintain records. Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
Site Engineer
Larsen & Toubro Limited
New Delhi, India May 2009 – May 2011
6. 220/66kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation (GIS), Peergarhi, New Delhi –Client- Delhi Transco Limited
Responsibilities :-
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of220 KV GIS equipment( 8 bays) and 220 kV XLPE Cable from Mundka Substation to Peeragarhi Substation-35 Km Erection Testing & Commissioning of 66kV GIS Equipment ( 10 Bays) Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 160 MVA Transformers- 3 Nos. along with Control & Relay Panels, SCADA & SAS Panel
Assist the manager in the planning of the projects considering scope, objectives and deliverables.
Coordinate and monitor with stakeholder’s project progress, identification of potential concerns and implementation of corrective actions to ensure effective execution. Oversee construction activities on site to assure adherence to project specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
Assist in managing and allocating resources effectively as labour, equipment, and materials. Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and implement design changes if required as per the site conditions.
Ensure proper documentation of quality control processes and maintain records. Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
5. 220/66 kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation, Guwahati –Client- AEGCL Responsibilities :-
Erection, Testing and Commissioning of 220 KV GIS Equipment (10 bays) Erection, Testing & Commissioning of 160 MVA Transformers- 2 Nos. Assist in managing and allocating resources effectively as labour, equipment, and materials. Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and implement design Prepare progress reports and conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders to review the development of the project.
Project Name:-
220/66kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation, Dhaula Kaun, New Delhi –Client- Delhi Transco Limited
220/66kV Gas Insulated Switchgear Substation, IGI Airport, New Delhi –Client- Delhi Transco Limited
220/33 kV AIS Substation & 220kV Transmission Lines, Oman,Muscat –Client- OETC Bachelor Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering Uttar Pradesh Technical University
India
2004-2008
QUALIFICATION
Responsibilities as Site Engineer
Manage and supervise the construction of projects from start to completion, ensuring compliance with design specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations. Collaborate with managers, engineers, and consultants to develop project plans including scope, objectives, and deliverables.
Coordinate with the design team to review electrical diagrams, equipment layout, and specifications to ensure accuracy and feasibility of the design. Resolve technical issues and provide guidance to the construction team on substation equipment installation, testing and commissioning activities. Implement and comply with safety protocols and regulations to maintain a secure working environment on site.
Attend meetings with stakeholders to address concerns or queries of the project. Manage documentation such as project records, inspection reports, testing documents, and built drawings.
Languages
Hindi-Mother Native
English-Fluent
Spanish - Intermediate
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Project) SAP
Project Management Scheduling Software- Primavera
Auto CAD
OSHA
SKILLS
KEY COMPETENCIES
Team leadership
Client Relationship Management
Contract and Vendor Management
Risk Management
Quality Control and Assurance
Cost Management and Budgeting