Gurugram, Haryana, India
I am an experienced Project Manager with over 25 years of expertise in delivering complex engineering projects, specializing in automotive R&D test facilities, industrial turnkey solutions, and multidisciplinary system integration. With a Mechanical Engineering background and an Executive MBA in Project Management & Supply Chain, I bring strong technical insight combined with structured execution capability. For more than 17 years at AVL India, I have led high-value projects such as engine test beds, emission labs, NVH chambers, chassis dynamometer facilities, and complete test cell installations. I manage end-to-end project lifecycles—planning, engineering coordination, vendor management, procurement support, execution, commissioning, and customer handover—while serving as the Single Point of Contact for clients. I work closely with AVL teams in Austria, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the Czech Republic to align engineering deliverables and ensure seamless integration. My strengths include risk management, stakeholder communication, schedule and cost control, facility-utility planning (HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, fuel systems, SCADA, electrical), and resolving interface challenges. I am known for clear communication, analytical thinking, and a calm, solution-oriented approach during high-pressure phases. Earlier roles in production and operations strengthened my foundation in manufacturing, quality, and process optimization. I bring reliability, discipline, and strong leadership to every project.
With 24 years of experience—including 16 years at AVL India—I have led end-to-end execution of complex automotive R&D and industrial turnkey projects. My core responsibilities include project planning (WBS/CBS, schedules), cost and risk management, stakeholder coordination, supplier selection support, technical reviews, site execution, commissioning, and customer communication. As the Single Point of Contact (SPOC), I coordinate with AVL engineering teams across Austria, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the Czech Republic to ensure seamless system integration. I specialize in managing multidisciplinary systems such as HVAC, chilled water, cooling towers, fuel systems, compressed air, fire detection/suppression, acoustics, SCADA, electrical networks, and civil/utility layouts. My structured approach enables timely decision-making, early risk mitigation, and smooth customer acceptance. Highlighted Project Successes Engine Test Beds (Performance/Endurance) Delivered multiple high-precision test beds for MSIL, VECV, TML, HMCL, and TMTL. Achieved on-time handovers by resolving utility bottlenecks and coordinating global engineering inputs. Chassis Dynamometer Labs Executed full vehicle testing facilities with cooling fans, restraint systems, automation controls, and exhaust management; completed SAT ahead of schedule. Emission Test Labs Installed CVS, PM analyzers, and controlled-environment HVAC systems meeting international emission standards. NVH and Containerized Test Facilities Delivered low-noise NVH rooms and modular containerized systems, reducing overall execution time and cost.