Koushik Das Podder

About Koushik Das Podder

Big projects don’t just get delivered — they are built on vision, discipline, and accountability.With over two decades of experience as a Capital Project Management Specialist and Chartered Civil Engineer (PMP®, MIE, CEng, PEng, LSSGB), I have successfully led large-scale EPC, EPCM, and turnkey projects across industrial infrastructure, mining, and energy sectors. My career spans India, Africa, and APAC, where I have managed projects valued in the hundreds of crores, always with a focus on safety, cost efficiency, and measurable business impact.Over the years, I have led projects from conceptualization to commissioning, navigating the complexities of high-capital investments, regulatory frameworks, and global quality standards. My approach blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, ensuring that every project milestone is met without compromising quality or safety.Some of my most impactful works include:₹1300 Cr greenfield carbon black manufacturing plant for Birla Carbon (India) — leading the full lifecycle, from pre-construction through to zinc concentrator plant in the DRC — completed one month ahead of schedule with a 70-member team and over 1 million LTI-free manhours.3.0 MTPA clinkerization unit for Star Cement (India) — exceeded monthly targets consistently, achieving 123% performance in peak months and earning formal client recognition.My expertise covers:Project & Construction Management (EPC, EPCM, Turnkey, Industrial Plants)Contract & Vendor ManagementBudgeting, Cost Control & Value EngineeringPlanning, Scheduling & Primavera/MS ProjectHSSE & Quality Compliance (ISO 45001, 9001)Commissioning & HandoverTeam Leadership & Capability DevelopmentWhat sets my career apart is the ability to turn challenges into opportunities — whether that’s mitigating risks on high-stakes projects, embedding sustainability goals into execution strategies, or adopting digital tools to unlock new efficiencies. I have consistently delivered projects ahead of schedule, within budget, and without safety compromise.As I look to the future, my focus is on driving digital transformation in construction and infrastructure delivery. I welcome meaningful conversations around capital project delivery, digital transformation in construction, and industrial infrastructure development. If you’re looking for someone who can deliver large-scale projects with precision and foresight, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Project Head

   ThinkTank Engineering Private Limited

   Jul 2025 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

Education

• Institution of Engineers of India (IEI), Kolkata

  Chartered Engineer (I), Civil Engineering

• XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur

  Postgraduate, Business Management

• The Institution of Civil Engineers (India)

  Bachelor's degree (AMICE), Civil Engineering

• Hooghly Institute of Technology

  High School Diploma, Civil Engineering

• Belghoria High School

  10th & 12th, Higher Secondary Education

Skills

• Turbines
• Procurement
• Project Engineering
• Construction
• Stakeholder Development/Management
• Contract Management
• Autocad
• Cooling Towers
• Engineering
• Cost Controls / Budgeting
• Planning & Review
• Cost Control
• Builders
• Quantity Surveying
• Customer Satisfaction
• Power Plants
• Contract Closing
• Liaising & Coordination
• Inventory Control
• Project Planning
• Switch Yard
• Team Management
• Refinery
• Steam Turbines
• Estimation / Costing
• Primavera P6
• Hse Management
• Quality Management
• Power Generation
• Finance Management
• Materials Management
• Construction Management
• Grievance Handling
• Steam Boilers
• Thermal Power Plant
• Epc
• Civil Engineering
• Boilers