Kirtesh Barot

Project activities performed:

• Ensure construction, equipment testing, commissioning and qualification is completed within the set deadline and in compliance with industrial safety standards.
• Effectively manage workload and prioritize work to align with department and organizational objectives, adhering to defined targets and deadlines.
• Coordinating with multi-disciplined teams in all phases of project execution to support ongoing business and production needs.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
• Effectively communicate and manage external contractors to deliver on project tasks as per project plan.
• Escalate the issues to required stakeholders in timely manner during the course of the project.
• Lead commissioning and qualification efforts and participate in FAT, SAT and Critical Test plan execution.
• Assist and/or coordinate execution of Installation Qualification (IQ)/Operational Qualification (OQ) / Performance Qualification (PQ) protocols of RoSS filler machine, Groninger Capmatic capping machine, AGLT (Automatic Glove Leak Tester) for performing integrity testing of Gloves.
• Manages the process of installing and commissioning equipment and/or modifying facilities, ensuring good engineering practices are adhered to for the construction, installation and commissioning of new processes and facilities (Client: Moderna).
• Upgradation and retrofitting of new HMI for RO system of the plant.

Aseptic Filling task performed:

• Qualified set up operator for Aseptic filling equipment and filling/capping machines.
• Prepared / sterilized components using autoclave, vial washer and depyrogenation oven.
• Performed formulations and filtration for aseptic filling.
• Documented and maintained records of all necessary information in compliance with SOP and cGMP.
• Qualified trainer: Gown qualification, aseptic behavior in GMP, Line clearance, integrity testing of filters.
• Effectively managed workload and prioritize work to align with department and organizational objectives, adhering to defined targets and deadlines.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Filter Integrity testing.
• Lead the fillers team for effectively and timely completion of day-to-day activities.

Manager–Projects: Adani Green Energy Limited, India

Assistant Manager–Projects: Larsen and Toubro Power Limited, India

• Led the full lifecycle of solar power plant projects (valued at $30-$50M) and electrical packages for thermal power plants (valued at $5-$10M) from initiation to closure.
• Supported the Project Manager in executing all project components efficiently.
• Managed multiple solar projects concurrently (4x50MW & 1x40MW), ensuring on-time completion within budget.
• Conducted technical bid evaluations, contractor closures, organized kick-off meetings, and prepared/distributed agendas and meeting minutes.
• Coordinated engineering activities with customers, consultants, quality teams, suppliers, and site personnel.
• Assisted the planning team in preparing and updating project progress and schedules.
• Maintained organized and accessible project documentation for traceability.
• Reviewed vendor drawings against project scope, provided feedback, and ensured engineering team approvals.
• Streamlined manufacturing processes, conducted inspections, and ensured timely site deliveries.
• Coordinated site activities to ensure timely execution of project packages.
• Monitored project progress according to the approved management plan and schedule.
• Documented project events, milestones, deviations, and compiled lessons learned.
• Resolved technical and commercial issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Secured management and client approvals for change requests and amendments to purchase requisitions (PRs) and purchase orders (POs) for contractors.
• Enforced adherence to quality and safety standards on-site.
• Managed risks by identifying and monitoring risks, implementing mitigation measures.
• Monitored contractor performance and tracked payment processes.
• Gained hands-on experience with document management systems (DMS, tBits) and SAP, including preparing PRs, booking GRNs and SES, and processing vendor invoices.
• Successfully closed contracts upon project completion.
• Led a team to create closeout documents and prepare O&M manuals for handover to operations.
• Prepared reports, status updates, and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Established effective communication with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders, ensuring smooth project operations and fostering future business opportunities.
• Trained and led teams of 7-10 members per project to ensure successful execution.

Project Handled:

• 50MW Rastapur Solar power project and 40MW Nalwar Solar power project, India.
• 150MW Pavagada (3x50 MW each) Solar power project (National Solar Mission), India.
• 2 x 660MW Chhabra supercritical thermal power project.
• 2 x 600MW DB thermal power project.

• Overall responsible for the completion (ETC) of an Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) project
• Project planning, resource allocation, coordination with customers, contractors, India office, and Switzerland factory
• Experience for erection of 132kV, 110kV and 66kV substation
• Safe handling of SF6 gas while filling at required pressure in all parts of the substation
• Prepare and maintain progress reports, team safety reports, material problem reports, and work hazard reports
• Conduct breaker timing & controls, measure contact resistance, measure SF6 gas dew point, check operation & timing of earthing & disconnector switch, and check for power, control & protection circuit
• Material management and manpower handling
• Provide training to customers for O&M of GIS and train technicians (group of 12-15 people) for handling GIS parts during erection and commissioning

• Worked as an Electrical maintenance engineer for Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited, India for maintenance of electrical systems of hydro power plant (Sardar Sarovar Hydro Electric Project - 1450 MW)
• Worked as an Electrical maintenance engineer for Birla Cellulosic (Aditya Birla Group), India for the maintenance of electrical systems for 2 x 15 MW Captive Thermal PP