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NIKHILESH CHALLAGULLA

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Electrical Project Manager

Toronto, ON

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Thermopads Pvt Ltd
Dr. Paul's Engineering College

About

• Electrical engineering and project management professional with nearly 15 years of experience across industrial electrical systems, power generation, heat tracing, site execution and maintenance • Experienced in managing electrical heat tracing projects from technical review and planning through installation, contractor supervision, commissioning and project handover • Extensive hands-on expertise in LV/HV systems, transmission lines up to 33 kV, transformers, switchgear, electrical panels, diesel generators and plant electrical maintenance • Skilled in project scheduling, manpower planning, vendor inspections, contractor evaluation, QA/QC compliance, progress reporting and coordination with clients and project stakeholders • Complementary Oracle Fusion HCM experience in Core HR, Absence Management, OTBI reporting, Security Console and functional application support

Skills

  • CommunicationExpert
  • Construction Management
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • EnglishExpert
  • ERP systems
  • LeadershipExpert
  • Microsoft ExcelExpert
  • Microsoft OfficeExpert
  • Microsoft WordExpert
  • Problem solving
  • Process Improvement
  • Project managementExpert
  • Quality assuranceExpert
  • Quality Control
  • Site Supervision
  • TeamworkExpert
  • Technical Documentation
  • Time managementExpert
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Windows

Experience

  1. Manager – Projects

    Thermopads Pvt Ltd

    May 2023 to Present

    • Leading end-to-end installation, site execution and commissioning of electrical heat tracing systems in line with project specifications, drawings and customer requirements • Reviewing purchase orders, technical specifications and material requirements before site mobilization and project execution • Conducting vendor material inspections to verify compliance with approved specifications, drawings and packing lists • Developing erection schedules, planning manpower deployment and monitoring site progress against customer project timelines • Participating in project kick-off meetings and preparing weekly progress reports covering site activities, constraints and upcoming priorities • Sourcing, evaluating and awarding work to local contractors based on technical compliance, capability and project requirements • Supervising contractors and verifying installations against approved procedures, installation manuals, quality standards and project specifications • Coordinating with customers, vendors, contractors and internal teams to support timely project delivery and commissioning

  2. Manager – Projects

    Thermopads Pvt Ltd

    May 2023 to Present

    India

    • Leading end-to-end installation, site execution and commissioning of electrical heat tracing systems in line with project specifications, drawings and customer requirements • Reviewing purchase orders, technical specifications and material requirements before site mobilization and project execution • Conducting vendor material inspections to verify compliance with approved specifications, drawings and packing lists • Developing erection schedules, planning manpower deployment and monitoring site progress against customer project timelines • Participating in project kick-off meetings and preparing weekly progress reports covering site activities, constraints and upcoming priorities • Sourcing, evaluating and awarding work to local contractors based on technical compliance, capability and project requirements • Supervising contractors and verifying installations against approved procedures, installation manuals, quality standards and project specifications • Coordinating with customers, vendors, contractors and internal teams to support timely project delivery and commissioning

  3. HCM Techno-Functional Consultant

    Aptiy Technologies Pvt Ltd

    Nov 2022 to Apr 2023

    • Configured Oracle Fusion HCM Core HR and Absence Management modules using Functional Setup Manager • Developed OTBI reports and implemented functional enhancements based on client requirements • Investigated and resolved functional issues related to Global HR and Absence Management • Created users and assigned application roles through Oracle Fusion Security Console • Supported configuration, testing, and issue resolution across Development, Test, and Production environments • Prepared training presentations and functional materials for end users and key users of Oracle Fusion Talent Management

  4. HCM Techno-Functional Consultant

    Aptiy Technologies Pvt Ltd

    Nov 2022 to Apr 2023

    India

    • Configured Oracle Fusion HCM Core HR and Absence Management modules using Functional Setup Manager • Developed OTBI reports and implemented functional enhancements based on client requirements • Investigated and resolved functional issues related to Global HR and Absence Management • Created users and assigned application roles through Oracle Fusion Security Console • Supported configuration, testing, and issue resolution across Development, Test, and Production environments • Prepared training presentations and functional materials for end users and key users of Oracle Fusion Talent Management

  5. Senior Electrical Engineer

    Globetorch Solutions LLP

    Dec 2017 to Nov 2022

    • Managed operation and maintenance of electrical equipment to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient system performance • Supported the Lead Electrical Engineer and customer teams in defining project requirements and electrical technical specifications • Monitored equipment performance and maintenance practices to improve operational efficiency and reliability • Executed electrical engineering and maintenance activities in accordance with approved procedures, policies and work instructions • Coordinated with engineering teams and customer representatives to address technical and operational requirements

  6. Senior Electrical Engineer

    Globetorch Solutions LLP

    Dec 2017 to Nov 2022

    India

    • Managed operation and maintenance of electrical equipment to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient system performance • Supported the Lead Electrical Engineer and customer teams in defining project requirements and electrical technical specifications • Monitored equipment performance and maintenance practices to improve operational efficiency and reliability • Executed electrical engineering and maintenance activities in accordance with approved procedures, policies and work instructions • Coordinated with engineering teams and customer representatives to address technical and operational requirements

  7. Electrical Engineer

    Global Energy Pvt Ltd

    Nov 2011 to Dec 2017

    • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance of transmission lines up to 33 kV and associated LV and HV electrical systems • Maintained power and distribution transformers, AC cables, HT/LT panels, PMCC panels, circuit breakers and relay panels • Operated and maintained diesel generator systems up to 250 kVA • Diagnosed electrical faults, performed troubleshooting and executed corrective maintenance to support reliable plant operations • Prepared technical reports, maintenance records and documentation in accordance with company standards and industrial safety requirements • Supported operation and maintenance of the demineralization water-treatment plant and selected boiler maintenance activities when required • Developed hands-on experience across power generation, electrical equipment maintenance, and plant operations in a manually operated power facility

  8. Electrical Engineer

    Global Energy Pvt Ltd

    Nov 2011 to Dec 2017

    India

    • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance of transmission lines up to 33 kV and associated LV and HV electrical systems • Maintained power and distribution transformers, AC cables, HT/LT panels, PMCC panels, circuit breakers and relay panels • Operated and maintained diesel generator systems up to 250 kVA • Diagnosed electrical faults, performed troubleshooting and executed corrective maintenance to support reliable plant operations • Prepared technical reports, maintenance records and documentation in accordance with company standards and industrial safety requirements • Supported operation and maintenance of the demineralization water-treatment plant and selected boiler maintenance activities when required • Developed hands-on experience across power generation, electrical equipment maintenance, and plant operations in a manually operated power facility

Education

  1. Dr. Paul's Engineering College

    Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    2011

Licences & certifications

  • Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) with Emergency Breathing System (EBS)

    Survival Systems India (OPITO)

  • Field Trainer – Solar Photovoltaic Installer Electrical

    Skill Council for Green Jobs SCGJ

  • Field Trainer – Solar Photovoltaic Installer Civil

    Skill Council for Green Jobs SCGJ

  • Field Trainer – Solar Photovoltaic Installer Suryamitra

    Skill Council for Green Jobs SCGJ

Languages

  • EnglishProfessional