Mukesh C.

Experience

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  Adani Electricity

  Aug 2007 - Sept 2010

  Assistant Manager - Power Distribution

  Led the designs and delivery of power distribution projects, including 33/11kV substations construction, Grid transformer replacements, 33Kv, 11kV cable connections and delivered flood protection works for substations.Led the design and specification development for substation works and wider range of cable projects up to 132kV distribution systems.Prepared cost estimation, programme, and budget forecast for wide range of distribution projects. Key Achievement:Delivered power quality improvement project, presented the quality circle projects at national forums and won national level awards for power quality initiatives. Show less

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  SSE plc

  Feb 2012 - Jun 2013

  Design Project Manager - T&D Systems

  Directed all aspects of substation design, civil layout, overhead line route mapping, earthing, and protection requirements for wind farm connections projects. Organised grid transformer tender specifications. Supported procurement in scope clarification and selection of tenders by tender analysis and evaluation for large transmission projects.Key Achievement:• Delivered designs packages for large capital project Fyrish & Loch Buidhe 275/132/33 KV Substations Design, plant specifications, and outage plan well within project budget and timeline. • Championed launch of several design packages for windfarm connections and solar farm connections and also Harris, Dunvegan, Ardmore 132/33 KV Base Capex Substation Projects, performed role of CDM Lead Designer.• CDM Lead designer: – performed the role of lead CDM designer for base capex projects, involved in risk workshop, hazard logs etc. As part of design management works, maintained the record of eliminating hazards and reduced remaining risks so far as is practicable to avoid health and safety risks. Show less

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  UK Power Networks

  Jul 2013 - Feb 2022

  Delivery Project Manager - Capital projects

  Efficiently delivered numerous projects as per scope, within budget, and schedule. Managed project teams consist of Design Engineers, Contractors, Project Engineers and Commissioning Engineers. Liaised with asset management and external clients regarding scope and budgets, regularly reviewed out performance updates, liaised with wayleaves to secure planning permissions, consents and lease agreements.Key Projects delivered:• Byfleet - West Weybridge 132 kV/33 kV Substation and group reinforcement: Constructed new 33kV switch house, cleared the land by diverting 11kV and 33kV underground services of National Grid and UK Power Networks. Refubished 33KV OHL line between West Weybridge to Byfleet Substation, constructed 33kV underground route at Byfleet Substation for connection purpose• 132KV GIS switch house construction at West Weybridge and feeder connection to National Grid.Completed project construction works along with snagging list produced by Client/ NG, prepared HSE file and project handover documentation for Network Operations staff. Arranged trainings for operations staff and completed as built records for this 132kV GIS Substation project. • Hastings Network Rail 132 KV/33 KV Substation design and construction worksReplaced existing transformer of Network Rail, modified cable systems and switchgear for new transformer connection that also improved the ratings of newly installed assets.• Three bridges 132 KV/ 33KV principal park data centre substation construction and 132KV connection worksInstalled two 132kV bays at Three Bridges Substation to enable 132kV connection to Data center cables, also constructed sealing ends and cable termination as part of this works• Broadoak 132KV/ 33kV Substation design and construction works along with diversion of 33KV and 132KV Overhead linesPrepared co-ordinated design package for tender submission and to received delivery proposals from contractor. Show less

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  WSP in the UK

  Mar 2022 - now

  Leading and developing the T&D Connections design workstream of Cable, OHL, ICP and Distribution Engineers. Delivered a portfolio of projects of Renewable energy generation connections of 33KV, 132KV up to 400kV Grid. Design development of connections projects for NG, DNO, ICP, iDNOs, and Private Developers.Securing business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunitiesLeading the development of compelling proposals, presentations, and contract negotiations to secure new energy services projects.Overseeing the successful execution of energy projects, ensuring compliance with project scope, budget, and timeline.Providing visionary leadership, setting clear goals and objectives for the team and driving a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence Show less Leading the OHL and Utilities connections design workstream on a portfolio of projects related to electricity transmission, renewables connections infrastructure, EHV/HV grid connections, and private networks at voltage levels between 11kV to 400kV. Typical projects include feasibility studies, optioneering, FEED, detailed design and design assurance on existing or new substations, grid connections and other transmission and distribution connected infrastructure.Lead business development and client engagement on portfolio of clientsDelivered full range of project life-cycle activities from bidding and work-winning, through pre-contract design, design reviews, and handover. Show less

  • Associate Director

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Connections Manager

    Mar 2023 - Aug 2023

  • Technical Manager - OHL and Utilities connections

    Mar 2022 - Feb 2023