Abhijeet Pathade

About Abhijeet Pathade

Experienced management consultant specializing in the energy and water utilities sector, with a focus on smart grids, digital transformation, regulatory frameworks, and business strategy. I currently work as a Manager in the Utilities Transformation Business Unit at PwC India, leading high-impact consulting assignments across India, Middle East, and Japan.My work spans strategy formulation, business process reengineering, regulatory advisory, and operational transformation for public utilities and private sector energy players. I’ve contributed to national and international projects involving market entry strategies, utility modernization, feasibility studies, and technology enablement, including platforms such as AMI, ERP, SCADA, and national energy registries.Prior to PwC, I was part of the Customer Relationship Team at Ecolibrium Energy, working in energy management and smart grid analytics.Skilled in:Utility sector strategy and transformationRegulatory model design and compliance frameworksSmart infrastructure and software specificationsResearch studies, sector insights, and stakeholder engagementBusiness development, proposal writing, and client deliveryI hold a Master’s degree in Power Distribution with a specialization in Smart Grids from the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies. Looking ahead, I aim to further deepen my work in the global energy transition, independently lead large-scale engagements, and help shape the evolving consulting landscape for smart utilities.

Experience

1. Manager

   PwC India

   Apr 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   As a Manager in PwC India’s intelligent Government Transformation | Energy, Utilities and Resources – Smart Utilities practice, I lead consulting engagements across the energy and water sectors, focusing on clients in India, the Middle East, and Japan. My role combines domain expertise, project leadership, and regulatory advisory to deliver high-impact outcomes for utilities, government bodies, and private organizations.I specialize in utility strategy, regulatory frameworks, operational readiness, and digital transformation. I’ve supported organizations in aligning operations with emerging sectoral needs, modernizing infrastructure, and enhancing regulatory compliance.Key areas of work include:International Projects: Led management consulting assignments in the Middle East and Japan, including strategy, feasibility, regulatory model design, and utility modernization.Project Delivery: Managed end-to-end delivery of engagements covering business process design, operational planning, and stakeholder coordination.Regulatory & Policy Support: Contributed to policy advocacy and developed regulatory frameworks for energy and water utilities.Digital & Technology Enablement: Drafted software requirement specifications for national energy registries; supported AMI, ERP, and SCADA evaluations.O&M Audits: Conducted operations and maintenance audits for transmission utilities, identifying risks and recommending process improvements.Business Process Reengineering: Led strategy formulation and process reengineering aligned with sector trends and organizational needs.Sector Research & Reporting: Developed industry reports, client newsletters, and insights for strategic decision-making.Client Engagement & BD: Drove proposal development, client coordination, and cross-border collaboration with PwC teams globally.This role enables me to deliver integrated solutions at the intersection of policy, operations, and technology for the evolving utilities landscape.

Education

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor's Degree, Electrical Engineering

  2008 — 2012

• UPES

  Master’s Degree, Power Distribution with Specialization in Smart Grids

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Energy
• Energy Systems Analysis
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Teamwork
• Management
• Automation
• Etap
• Electronics
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Programming
• Consumer Relations
• Engineering
• Project Management
• Instrumentation
• Electrical Engineering
• Electricians
• Matlab