Nikhil Raj
Director - Projects @Indian Army
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WORK HISTORY
Director - Projects @Indian Army
Led enterprise - scale program of procurement and deployment of advanced drone systems across forward operational sector, managing INR 112 crore budget, defining technical parameters, vendor criteria, and CAPEX optimisation strategies. Achieved 9% cost reduction and 15% cycle-time improvement by translating strategic priorities into structured program roadmaps, milestones, KPIs, and governance models, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.• Executed procurement of medium-range thermal imagers worth INR 66 crore, formulating technical specifications and evaluation frameworks. Utilised data analytics and performance dashboards to track delivery, identify risks early, and course- correct execution, securing 10% cost savings and 100% on-time delivery with 15% faster cycle.• Directed multiple security infrastructure projects exceeding INR 50 crore, integrating advanced surveillance systems across 8 military units. Delivered 12% cost savings, 15% improvement in threat response, and 100% project completion within timelines.• Directed cross-functional operations of 600+ personnel, 95 vehicles, and 800+ tons of stores, ensuring mission readiness. Improved asset availability by 15% and reduced downtime through predictive maintenance and resource planning.• Planned and executed logistics movement of tons of ammunition using 400 vehicles in 5 days during Active operations, ensuring timely and secure delivery of mission-critical stores.• Achieved 18–20% cost savings and 70% reduction in audit flags by instituting robust procurement controls, vendor evaluation systems, and risk management frameworks.• Administered annual budgets exceeding INR 30 crore, ensuring fiscal compliance, transparency, and optimal resource utilisation across public and non-public funds.
EDUCATION
Army War College, Mhow
Postgraduate Diploma, Information / Psychological Warfare and Military Media Relations
School of Artillery Devlali
Postgraduate Diploma, Advanced Weapon System
LBS College Of Engineering, Kasaragod
Btech, Electronics and Communication
Nava Nirman Public School - India
Higher Secondary Education, Mathematics and Computer Science
School of Artillery Devlali
Postgraduate Diploma, Defence Management and Strategic Studies
Army War College, Mhow
Post graduate Diploma, Advanced Defence Management
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operations
ABOUT NIKHIL RAJ
Strategic Program & Project Management Leader with 15 years of cross-functional experience in the Indian Army, delivering large-scale, high-impact programs across operations, logistics, infrastructure, and transformation portfolios, across diverse geographies and mission-critical environments. Demonstrated expertise in leading high-value projects exceeding INR 100 crore, integrating technology-driven solutions, and driving measurable efficiency and cost optimisation.Proven ability to translate strategic objectives into executable programs and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery through disciplined governance, data-driven decision-making, and proactive risk mitigation. Extensive experience in partnering with senior leadership, managing cross-functional teams, and driving measurable improvements in efficiency, cost optimisation, and operational resilience. Recognised for creating process frameworks that enhanced operational agility, reduced cycle time, and strengthened governance across the supply chain ecosystem.A forward-thinking professional, combining robust military discipline with business management acumen. Brings a proven record of strong analytical orientation, conflict-resolution capability, and a transformation mindset, complemented by PMP certification and an MBA in Operations (pursuing), poised to contribute to corporate growth.
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