Hafiz S M Talha Kalia

Hafiz S M Talha Kalia

Planning & Scheduling Engineer @ Manitoba Hydro

About

I am a Project Manager at SAVE OUR SEINE RIVER ENVIRONMENT INC, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and restoring the Seine River and its natural habitats. I have over 12 years of experience in project management, network operations, asset management and quality control in the power utility industry, where I worked with K-Electric, one of the largest and most reputable power distribution companies in Pakistan. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), I have successfully executed multiple projects involving installation, maintenance, and expansion of the distribution network, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer satisfaction. I also have an MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and a BE in Electrical Engineering, which enable me to apply engineering and management principles to optimize the performance and efficiency of the projects. My core competencies include project planning, engineering, quality control, root cause analysis, demand forecasting, and technical scorecard analysis. I am passionate about applying my skills and knowledge to contribute to the environmental and social well-being of the communities I serve.

Country

Canada

City

Winnipeg

Industry

Utilities

Skill

Cross-functional Team Leadership, Construction Drawings, Fire Alarm, High-Voltage Engineering, Continuous Learning, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Regulatory Compliance, Construction Management, Scheduling and Timelines, Communication, Risk Management, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Budgeting and Cost Control, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Management, Project Planning, AutoCAD, Data Analysis, Engineering

Experience

Manitoba Hydro

Planning & Scheduling Engineer

Manitoba Hydro

LinkedIn
2024-10 - Present · 2 yrs

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

SMS Engineering

Electrical Engineer EIT

SMS Engineering

LinkedIn
2024-2 - 2024-10 · 9 mos

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

SAVE OUR SEINE RIVER ENVIRONMENT INC

Project Manager

SAVE OUR SEINE RIVER ENVIRONMENT INC

LinkedIn
2023-6 - 2024-1 · 8 mos

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Development of a detailed project implementation plan that is regularly updated and shared with the Managing Director and the Project Advisory Committee. (Budget : CAD $ 300,000) • Planning, coordinating, implementing, and scheduling all aspects of the project, including organizing teams and contractors. • Development and following up a risk mitigation strategy for the project and regularly update Risk Management Plan. • Managing the budget and assisting with contract development for contractors.

K-Electric

Senior Project Manager

K-Electric

LinkedIn
2020-4 - 2023-5 · 3 yrs 2 mos

• Ensured effective projects planning in Cluster during the year in line with the business objectives by generating Project Plan, Risk Register, Resource List, Stakeholder Engagement Plan, and Communication Plan. • Contributed in annual budget preparation activity with Business Finance. Ensure timely closing and capitalization of schemes. (Budget : CAD $ 10,000,000) • Identified and analyzed stakeholder management and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of projects.

K-Electric

Manager Network Analysis & Quality Control

K-Electric

LinkedIn
2018-3 - 2020-4 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Karachi, Pakistan

Key Contributions & Achievements - Ensuring planning of QC workflow as per SOP and schedule of work. - Conducting project visits to ensure all work is being carried out as per laid down quality standards/ SOPs. - Coordinating with IBCs/PQCs personnel to share guidelines of SOPs, ensuring compliance of quality standards. - Carry out root cause analysis for recurring faults and devise corrective actions for minimization of recurrence. - Forecasting demand & developing an expansion plan for the distribution network such as installation of new transformers. - Analyzing standards (SAIFI, SAIDI & CAIDI), technical scorecard objective points & identifying the gaps to devise corrective actions in coordination with CM, PM & commercial teams. - Implementing loss reduction techniques in collaboration with CM/ PM/ IBCs like resizing of the conductor to increase in revenue protection. - Involved in evaluation and vetting of different system improvement proposals & schemes as proposed by CM/ PM with the help of gathered technical data.

K-Electric

Project Manager (Loss Control Projects)

K-Electric

LinkedIn
2016-10 - 2018-3 · 1 yr 6 mos

Karachi, Pakistan

Key Contributions & Achievements - Undertook planning & budgeting activities in projects to achieve loss reduction and sustainable distribution network. - Scheduled timelines, arranged PQC resources and scrap management in coordination with CM, IBCs, security, and PQCs. - Prepared, screened out and approved schemes with the base working on each plan by coordinating with CM & IBCs. - Ensured timely execution of all loss control and other projects as per set standards. - Ensured coordination with CM for arrangement and normalization of shutdown as per scheduled time. - Coordinated with Engineering & Construction (E&C) department for execution of projects managed by them. - Monitored requisite inventory items at-all-times & in parallel ensured issuance & crediting of material returned as per SOP. - Conduct project visits to ensure all work is being carried out as per laid down quality standards/ SOPs.

K-Electric

Deputy Manager (High Tension Projects)

K-Electric

LinkedIn
2015-12 - 2016-10 · 11 mos

Karachi, Pakistan

Key Contributions & Achievements - Designed and implemented system improvement schemes by analysing technical details and estimations to minimize technical losses from the network using CYMdist software. - Conducted feasibility studies to assess the technical and financial implications of proposed projects. - Installed and maintained Sub Station equipment that includes transformers, switchgear and ring main units. - Ensured network modification and updating of Geographical Information System (GIS). - Implemented SOPs, equipment lockout tag out procedures of electrical equipment as per international standards. - Ensured compliance of safety rules & regulations.

K-Electric

Assistant Manager 11 KV Operations

K-Electric

LinkedIn
2012-12 - 2015-12 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Karachi, Pakistan

Key Contributions & Achievements - Supervised Testing, Commissioning and Maintenance of HV Switch Gears. - Developed systems to cover the provision of tools, tackles and safety equipment to all field workers. - Normalized the feeders tripping by isolating the faulty portion from the network. - Controlled and monitored 11KV network through operation centers regarding fault and transfer/load management. - Rectified faults within the shortest possible period and balanced load on the 11KV network. - Maintained the tripping data to analyze the NSIS report and prepared technical studies & reports for Higher Management. - Managed & supervised maintenance and system improvement activities including shutdowns for Grid maintenance.

K-Electric

Trainee Engineer (Electrical)

K-Electric

LinkedIn
2011-12 - 2012-12 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education

Institute of Business Management

Institute of Business Management

LinkedIn

Supply Chain Management

NED University of Engineering and Technology

NED University of Engineering and Technology

LinkedIn

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

2006 - 2010 · 4 yrs

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