Abdul Aleem Faridi

Experience

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  KEC International Ltd.

  Aug 2008 - Dec 2010

  Project Engineer

  Project Management and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) works pertaining to erection, testing, commissioning of transmission lines:→ 380kV Transmission Line Works Associated with Integration of PP-9 Expansion, Saudi Arabia→ 380kV North Ring Transmission Line in Riyadh City→ 380kV Overhead Transmission Line for Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) 123 Kms▻ Took a proactive role in managing live line overhead power line crossings at 230 kV, demonstrating a high level of expertise in ensuring safety and operational efficiency.▻ Received the prestigious Top Gear Award from the company in recognition of outstanding contributions to the successful completion of the inaugural project in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.▻ Completed live line power crossing training, enhancing skills and expertise in navigating, and managing operational challenges in this specialized area.▻ Liaised and coordinated with government agencies, statutory bodies, and consultants to ensure compliance and regulatory requirements are met.▻ Analysed client requirements and engage in technical discussions with clients and consultants to ensure alignment with project objectives.▻ Led various site activities, including access road development, soil investigation, piling, tower erection, and stringing.▻ Conducted inspections of tower materials, conductors, insulators, and hardware fittings at site stores. Show less

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  Virtuous Energy Private ltd.

  Jan 2011 - Apr 2012

  Project Manager

  Project Management and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) works pertaining to erection, testing, commissioning of 400kV Substation, and associated transmission lines. Led project management activities, including resource procurement, deployment, and allocation.▻ Oversaw end-to-end project planning, scheduling, monitoring, cost analysis, and bottleneck identification. Prepared comprehensive progress reports and deliver impactful project presentations.▻ Acted as the key liaison between contractors, customers, and the organization, ensuring effective communication and relationship management.▻ Engaged with clients to review and resolve operational challenges, while implementing process and procedure changes for operational efficiency.▻ Ensured maintenance of adherence to safety standards and compliance with rules and regulations set by relevant statutory bodies. Verified and recommended contractors' invoices for payment processing. Show less

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  Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd (MEIL)

  May 2012 - Jun 2019

  Project Manager | Power Projects [Deputy Manager]

  Project Management of a range of complex power infrastructure projects. Leading a team of technical and non-technical personnel to deliver a quality outcome as proposed to the client. Liaising with and management of relevant stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Developing client relationships, including preparation of proposals. Managing, coordinating, and administering projects from conceptual stages through the definition process: planning, engineering, procurement; planning of construction, start-up / commissioning, and closeout. Project: $73mn AUD Power Transmission Project, with the aim to establish a transmission system which encompasses the construction of 765 kV and 400 kV substations and the corresponding transmission lines. ▻ Managed the construction of 3 x 400kV Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) substations, contributing significantly to meeting the project requirements and overall success.▻ Led the assessment of the route alignment feasibility and orchestrated coordination with diverse statutory agencies, ensuring the timely and successful execution of the 400kV transmission Line. ▻ Liaised and collaborated with contractors, monitoring their performance to ensure adherence to project schedules.▻ Played a key role in the design phase by collaborating with the design team to develop innovative solutions for narrow base towers. Coordinated efforts to design towers with special extensions, reaching heights of up to 31 metres.▻ Oversaw the construction of 600 circuit kilometres of transmission lines, ensuring the seamless integration of the entire electrical infrastructure.▻ Enforced adherence to safety standards and compliance with regulations set by various statutory bodies. Updated the operating board on monthly financial status, cash flow, and technical issues. Show less

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  CRISIL Limited

  Jul 2019 - now

  Project Manager

  Responsible for providing expert guidance and strategic insights to clients regarding Power Transmission & Distribution. Utilising knowledge of new energy technologies, power transmission & distribution, market trends, and policy frameworks to develop and implement innovative solutions that drive sustainable growth for the client, through Strategic Planning and Advisory, Bid and Transaction, Due Diligence and Project Valuation. Key activities included detailed assessments of power markets, policy and regulatory analysis, client, and stakeholder engagement, thought leadership and knowledge sharing.▻ Conducted a comprehensive analysis of meter reading, billing, and collection data, resulting in the generation of insightful reports containing actionable items for the State Government Power Corporation.▻ Prepared periodic reports, highlighting progress on deliverables, with a focus on resolving challenges in bill collection and enhancing consumer services, leading to improved services to consumers and achieving efficiency.▻ Developed and implemented informative dashboards ensuring end to end monitoring of 380+ transmission projects of $1.7bn AUD value in the state for various management levels.▻ Engaged stakeholders from the State Government Power Transmission Corporation and provided advice and consultation on matters related to under construction and upcoming transmission lines and substation projects.▻ Provided strategic input to internal senior leadership team (Managing Director, Directors, and Chief Engineers) contributing to operational optimisation and financial planning.▻ Guided and collaborated with the IT team in design and development of project monitoring tool to monitor project progress based on defined milestones. Show less