Somesh Bhatnagar

Head of Cluster Operations and Delivery Project Excellence at Tata Consultancy Services, Mumbai & Thane

Role
Head of Cluster Administration at Tata Consultancy Services
Location
Mumbai, MH, IN
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Somesh Bhatnagar

With over 26 years of Military leadership and while in Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), I have developed expertise in Agile Methodologies, Risk Mitigation, and Strategic Leadership in complex VUCA environments. Administrative Head | Cluster Leading operations across 3 strategic sites, supporting 4500+ associates and 24/7 business continuity Managing OPEX/CAPEX budgets, optimizing spend through SAP Ariba–driven procurement Driving vendor management lifecycle: due diligence, contract negotiation, VMS governance, and SLA delivery Implementing sustainable tech: RECD upgrades on DGs, modular precision air cooling for critical infra Overseeing high-capacity cafeteria meals/day) with FSSAI, hygiene, and HSE compliance Enforcing 42+ statutory compliances across NBC, MPCB, Labour Codes with robust audit and documentation Managing day bus and night cab logistics via eTMS, including driver training and transport risk controls Supporting global/domestic projects with infra-readiness and client experience protocols (VIZMAN) Formulating workplace policies aligned with ESG, safety, and operational excellenceHead of Civil and Electrical Infrastructure Maintenance Facilities Infrastructure Management: Oversee maintenance activities for owned and multi tenant multi storey office buildings, spreading over 57 lakh sq. ft. of real estate, across 22 office facilities in Mumbai and Thane, supporting 700+ clients and associates. Critical Infrastructure: Managed infrastructure and technical requirements, aligned to sustainability initiatives of TCS for Data Centers, Server Rooms, AHUs, Diesel Generators, HVACs, Chiller Plants, UPS, STP, Fire Hydrant Systems, and BMS/ BAS Systems. Interior Design & Space Optimization: Designed and executed aesthetic upgrades for cafeterias, agile workspaces, ODCs, and ADCs.Military Leadership Leadership: Led and mentored teams of personnel in dynamic, high-pressure environments, driving improvements in team efficiency and productivity. Analytical & Decision-Making Skills: Strong in analytical thinking, decision-making, and risk mitigation, with a proven track record of making high-stakes decisions in challenging scenarios. Stakeholder Management: Skilled in negotiation, diplomacy, and building key relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Forensic Investigation & Crisis Management: Experienced in leading forensic investigations and managing crises, consistently ensuring effective resolution.

Experience

  1. Head of Cluster Administration

    Tata Consultancy Services

    Aug 2025 — Present · Thane, IN

    Strategic Campus Leadership: I lead administration and operations at TCS Yantra Park, Thane—a flagship 13-acre, sq. ft. software development centre designed as a sustainable, park-like campus supporting 4,500+ associates and a mission-critical Corporate Data Center- Operational Excellence: With oversight of ₹26 Cr OPEX/CAPEX budgets, I drive cost optimization through SAP Ariba–enabled procurement, ensuring financial discipline and efficiency across complex clusters- Governance & Compliance: I enforce 42+ statutory compliances spanning NBC, MPCB, and Labour Codes, supported by robust audit frameworks and meticulous documentation—building a culture of accountability and risk resilience- Sustainability Champion: I spearhead green infrastructure upgrades including RECD retrofits on DGs, optimising the UPS, Roof Top Solar projects and modular precision air cooling systems, aligning operations with ESG principles and reducing environmental footprint- People-Centric Administration: From managing a high-capacity cafeteria serving meals/day with strict FSSAI and HSE compliance, to overseeing day bus and night cab logistics via eTMS, I ensure associates experience safe, reliable, and well-governed workplace services- Global Readiness: I enable domestic and international projects with infrastructure readiness and client experience protocols (VIZMAN), ensuring seamless alignment with enterprise standards and client expectations- Policy & Legacy Building: I formulate workplace policies that integrate safety, ESG, and operational excellence, while fostering associate pride and sustainability-driven culture—leaving behind systems that endure and inspire.

Education

  • Institute of Science Mumbai

    Post Graduation in Cyber Forensic and Cyber Law, Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism

  • Simplilearn Alumni

    Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt LSSBB, Lean

    2021 — 2021

  • Savitribai Phule Pune University

    Post Graduate Diploma in Automotive Technology, Automotive Engineering Technology

    2001 — 2002

  • Virtual School of Forensics

    Certified in Digital and Cyber Forensics Domain , Cyber Forensics

    2020 — 2020

  • Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), Savitribai Phule Pune University

    Post Graduate Diploma in Infantry Combat Vehicle(ICV) Technology & Combat Application (ICVTCA), Infantry Combat Vehicle BMP 2

  • Army War College, Mhow

    Junior Command Course, Combat Tactics

    2006 — 2006

  • Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

    Certificate in Leadership and Motivation Course, Organizational Leadership

    2000 — 2000

  • Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Military Economics and Management

    1995 — 1998

  • EC-Council University

    Certified Ethical Hacker v10, Ethical Hacking

    2019 — 2020

  • Macksofy Technologies Pvt Ltd

    Certified Ethical Hacker v10, Ethical Hacking

    2019 — 2020

  • Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya

    Certificate in Defence Management, Defence Management

    2000 — 2000

  • Indian Institute of Management Mumbai

    Business Management, Business Administration and Management, General

Skills

  • Html
  • Strategic Planning
  • Research
  • Budgets
  • Customer Service
  • English
  • Public Speaking
  • Teaching
  • Windows
  • Outlook
  • Photoshop
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Powerpoint
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word

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