Indranil Zade

About Indranil Zade

PMP-certified project controls professional specializing in cost management for mission-critical, heavy industrial, and advanced technology construction. Currently leading cost control for a $15B+ semiconductor program with full responsibility for forecasting, cost tracking, and earned value reporting.I build reliable forecasting models, reconcile costs, and deliver clear cost KPIs that help complex projects stay on time and within budget. Known for standardizing project controls, integrating real-time scope and schedule changes, and partnering cross-functionally to drive accountability.My background spans heavy industrial builds, mining, and EPC sectors — combining field execution with rigorous cost analysis. I recently integrated AI and prompt engineering into reporting workflows, boosting productivity and freeing teams to focus on high-value work.I’m driven to help large-scale projects succeed through disciplined cost control, actionable data, and clear processes that keep teams aligned and execution sharp.

Experience

1. Senior Expert Project Cost Control

   Exyte

   Sep 2024 — Present · Boise, ID, US

   Lead end-to-end cost control for a $15B+ semiconductor EPC program, ensuring disciplined cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management (EVM)- Develop detailed forecasting models and executive-level dashboards, providing clear cost KPIs and actionable variance analysis for senior leadership- Standardize project controls across scope, schedule, and cost to maintain budget discipline and accountability at every stage- Partner with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align commitments, scope changes, and funding forecasts in real time- Perform weekly reconciliations of actuals vs. forecasts, manage cost-to-complete data, and drive liquidity oversight for accurate cash flow projections- Implement AI tools and prompt engineering to refine reporting workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and boost overall productivity.

Education

• Arizona State University

  Master's degree, Construction Management

  2021

• Government Polytechnic Nagpur

  Diploma of Education, Civil Engineering

• Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering and Management

  Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering