VIVEK SIVADASAN
Project Manager
Dubai
Summary
8-year power industry veteran with proven track record of leading and managing complex projects. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work History
MBA Student
INSEAD
08.2024 - Current
Project Manager
General Electric Co.
1 2020 - 05.2024
- Spearheaded a team of over 50 employees for overhaul/ upgrades of gas turbines and generators
- Devised budgeting strategies and executed time-sensitive projects by following Industry safety standards; managing projects upwards of $ 2M
- Lead Kaizen events to reduce time and costs during orifice replacement; $300K in savings annually
- Conducted training for clients on safety, operations, and maintenance cycles
- Implemented Jit Kitting tooling and reduced crew downtime by 20%.
Technical Field Advisor
General Electric Co.
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Lead a crew of 10 employees and performed maintenance initiatives on Heavy-Duty Gas turbines
- Ensured proper quality check and regular inspection of all machine parts
- Identified and troubleshooted problems during Unit Operations.
Shift Manager
Reliance Industries
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Trained and mentored over 60 new recruits to maximize team performance
- Streamlined processes to evaluate performance, adjust strategies, and maintain sustainable operations
- Improved plant availability by proactive resource planning and utilization.
Mechanical Engineer
Reliance Industries
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Planned and executed Preventive maintenance and Breakdown maintenance works
- Improved reliability of machines by routine inspections
- Improved spare parts availability by tracking spare parts inventory levels and usage.
Education
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering -
NIT Trichy
Tamil Nadu, IndiaSkills
Productivity Improvement
Certification
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) awarded by Project Management Institute (2022).
Activities
- Member of NCC, Participated in Republic Day parade in Tamil Nadu (2012).
- Certified Scuba Diving expert (2021).
Timeline
MBA Student
INSEAD
08.2024 - Current
Technical Field Advisor
General Electric Co.
01.2017 - 01.2020
Shift Manager
Reliance Industries
01.2015 - 01.2016
Mechanical Engineer
Reliance Industries
01.2014 - 01.2015
Project Manager
General Electric Co.
1 2020 - 05.2024
B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering -
NIT Trichy
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