Kumar Keshav

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Chief Executive Officer at Deutsche Bahn RRTS Operations India Ltd. (Formerly Managing Director at Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation) @ DB RRTS Operations India Private Limited
3rd Floor, NCRTC Duhai Depot Admin Building,, Village Bhikanpur,India
Kumar Keshav's Location
New Delhi, Delhi, India, India
About Kumar Keshav

Seeking an Executive Business Leadership and Advisory role in Construction & Infrastructure Industry that helps leverage the vast body of experience I have developed in the Construction, Infrastructure and Engineering space in railways/ Metro sector over last more than three and a half decades. My initiatives in developing a highly motivating team of engineers working for the project with inspiration and guidance through innovative ideas for completing the project in a very compressed time-schedule are well recognized.My ability in leading and executing projects running into thousands of crores (INR), hands on expertise in complex project delivery, interfacing with Government agencies and managing multiple stakeholders, will make me an asset to any organization. A result oriented approach, people management skills and drive for excellence in work are the key personal values I bring to the table.

Kumar Keshav's Current Company Details
DB RRTS Operations India Private Limited

Db Rrts Operations India Private Limited

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Chief Executive Officer at Deutsche Bahn RRTS Operations India Ltd. (Formerly Managing Director at Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation)
3rd Floor, NCRTC Duhai Depot Admin Building,, Village Bhikanpur,India
Website:
db-rrts.in
Employees:
533
Kumar Keshav Work Experience Details
  • Db Rrts Operations India Private Limited
    Chief Executive Officer
    Db Rrts Operations India Private Limited Jul 2022 - Present
    As Chief Executive Officer of DB RRTS Operations India Private Limited (Part of Deutsche Bahn International Operations, Berlin Germany) leading a team of professionals for taking over Operation and Maintenance of Delhi- Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) being implemented by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC). DB RRTS Operations India Private Limited has been appointed for Operation & Maintenance of 82.15 Km long first RRTS project being implemented in the Country. Contract agreement was signed on 01st July 2022 for a period of 12 years, extendable by further 5 years. A complete team of professionals of 350 people for O&M has been organized in a very short time of just 6 months including recruitment of young team of Maintenance staff, Train Operators, Station Controllers etc. duly imparting them training in highly complex railway system. After successful completion of on-the-job technical training in the specialized fields, competency certification has been granted to Operation & Maintenance staff. Also, state of art modern operation & maintenance strategy has been established with Asset Management System along with clearly spelt out Standard Operation Procedures, Manuals etc. Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety sanction for opening of priority section has been obtained in June 2023 and it is ready for commencement of commercial operations shortly.
  • Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (Lmrc)
    Managing Director
    Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (Lmrc) Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
    Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, In
    As Managing Director, Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (known previously as Lucknow Metro Rail Corporation) leading a team of professionals for successfully implementing 23 Km long partly elevated and partly underground Phase-1A North South Corridor of Metro Project in Lucknow, the capital city of the largest State Uttar Pradesh in India in a very strict time frame 36 days ahead of schedule.Lucknow Metro, it is a Dream Project of the people of Uttar Pradesh which is being realized under my leadership. Through a very dynamic management style and leadership as my endeavor, Lucknow Metro has achieved the distinction of being the fastest Metro project implementation that has ever happened in the Country by commencing revenue operation on entire 23 km long partly elevated / partly underground North- South Corridor of Lucknow Metro Phase-1A project on 8th March 2019 in just four and a half years period setting up new bench mark in delivery of such a complex multi disciplinary infrastructure project in the industry. Even contemporary Metro projects in the Country have not been able to match the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation's speed of deliverance and strength in project execution to the best of international standards in safety and quality.Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation has been conferred with many national and international awards. Metro projects in other important cities like Kanpur and Agra, the city of ''Taj Mahal'' are also now being implemented by Lucknow Metro Rail Rail Corporation. Works have been undertaken at a very fast pace for implementation of Kanpur Metro Project and 9Km long priority section of Kanpur Metro from IIT to Motijheel has been commissioned for revenue operations in just 2 years and 2 months period on 28 December 2021 in the presence of Hon'ble Prime Minister of India. Agra Metro construction also commenced on 7th December 2020 after inauguration by Honorable Prime Minister and is under implementation at fast pace.
  • Hancock Coal Pty Ltd
    Project Director Rail
    Hancock Coal Pty Ltd Jun 2012 - Aug 2014
    Oversee all facets of the 510km Heavy-haul Rail project from Alpha and Kevin's Corner Mines to Abbot Point Port in Queensland including planning, execution, testing and commissioning.Define and manage development of the project including organisation, scheduling and implementation planning.Acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and contractors to ensure delivery within estimated budget, within timelines and to the desired standards and quality.
  • Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
    Director Project And Planning
    Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd Jul 2009 - May 2012
    In
    Experience in handling multi-disciplinary Mass Rapid Transit project in urban situations, interfacing of Systems for overall completion of project as per the schedule for Phase-I & Phase-II of Delhi Metro. Director in-charge for planning, execution, testing and commissioning of various Broad Gauge and Standard Gauge Mtro corridors of Delhi Metro Ph-I & II. Both BG corridors and SG corridors of Delhi Metro Ph-II successfully completed on time in Oct.,2010. Standard Gauge rail based projects executed for the first time in the Country Testing & commissioning of corridors for commercial operation including certification from independent Safety Regulator.Execution of ballastless track on underground as well as elevated corridors of Delhi Metro both Broad Gauge and Standard Gauge including alignment design, design & procurement of track equipments, execution of track laying with interface with Signaling, Telecom, Traction, Rolling Stock systems.Prime Consultant to Metro projects in the city of Chennai, Kolkata & Kochi. Team Leader for studies & preparation of Detailed Project Report for Delhi Metro Phase – III presently under implementation. Construction of Rs 4 billion Lever Institute (Hospital for Delhi Government) on Deposit terms; construction of IT Parks and other property development works for Delhi Metro.
  • Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
    Executive Director Civil
    Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd Nov 2008 - Jun 2009
    In
    Prime Consultant to Metro projects in the city of Chennai, Kolkata & Kochi. Team Leader for studies & preparation of Detailed Project Report for Delhi Metro Phase – III presently under implementation. Execution of ballastless track on underground as well as elevated corridors of Delhi Metro both Broad Gauge and Standard Gauge including alignment design, design & procurement of track equipments, execution of track laying with interface with Signaling, Telecom, Traction, Rolling Stock systems.Project Planning, Monitoring & Control including identification of critical path in the implementation of the project; Time & Resource Management, Interface Management.Co-ordination with Japan Bank of International Cooperation (JBIC) for funding of DMRC Project including Annual Project Appraisals as well as Fact Finding Missions in conformity with ODA procurement guidelines and Environmental Guidelines; Deliberations and appraisals with JBIC for tranche loans; Preparation & signing of documents for Loan Agreement; Liaison with JBIC and concerned Ministries of Govt. of India & Govt. of National Capital Territory of Delhi; Facilitating exchange of information with multilateral and bilateral non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
  • Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
    Chief Project Manager
    Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd May 2002 - Jun 2008
    In
    Successful completion and commissioning including planning, design and execution of Inderlok / Kirtinagar - Mundka Standard Gauge Corridor of Delhi Metro Phase-II (18 Km. long corridor with 16 stations and Car Maintenance Depot). Land acquisition for the project from various land owning authorities including Government organizations and the private property owners. Clearances for the construction of Metro corridor on the National Highway from concerned authorities viz. PWD, NHAI, Ministry of Surface Transport/GOI and Traffic Police including environmental clearances etc. Re-settlement and rehabilitation of large number of residential houses and shops of the project affected persons.Finalisation of procurement packages for INR 8 billion for Track System for entire Phase-II project both for Broad Gauge and Standard Gauge corridors for ballastless & ballasted track components such as 1080 Grade Head Hardened UIC-60(60Kg./m) rails , High speed turnouts & Vossloh-336 fastening system as per ODA procurement guidelines, it being the portion of work funded by Japan Bank of International Cooperation (JBIC).
  • Indian Railways
    Sr Divisional/ Divisional Engineer (Operation & Maintenance), And Director Geotech
    Indian Railways Jun 1984 - Feb 2002
    Operation & Maintenance of Mainline Freight, Passenger and Sub-urban railway corridors on Indian RailwayIncharge of Operation & Maintenance of railway track, bridges, buildings and maintenance depots for : *1100 Km. main line railway on Central Railway (Jhansi Division) including High Speed route from Delhi to Bina for 140 Kmph Rajdhani/Stadbadhi Trains ; *Heavy density freight corridor on South Eastern Railway *Howrah – Kharagpur sub-urban section in Kolkata Mechanized renewal of track with state-of-art track machines including Track Relaying Train. Track modernization works including introduction of High Speed Turnouts and Track Monitoring System. Planning of works and preparation of Works Programme proposals for improvements, renewals, additions/ alterations of the Railway assets. Budget control and assets utilizationResearch work on rail track bed for Heavy Density and High Speed operations ; Development of methodology for design of Railway formations based on Dynamic Strength of soil ; Consultancy to Railways on rail track bed rehabilitation Inspection and monitoring quality of earthwork in railway formations in construction projects.Development of methodology for investigation of railway formations with Sub-surface Interface Radar System and suggesting treatment measures

Kumar Keshav Skills

Project Estimation Epc Engineering Management Metro Contract Management Construction Management Project Engineering Infrastructure Tunnels Project Control Commissioning Foundation Design Rail Tunneling Engineering Primavera P6 Rolling Stock Highways Road Construction Structural Engineering Light Rail Mining Ms Project Project Planning Public Transport Transportation Engineering Procurement Railway Systems Erp Implementation Project Management Project Management Feasibility Studies Railway Geotechnical Engineering Civil Engineering Transportation Planning Earthworks Bridge Inspection Concrete Signalling

Kumar Keshav Education Details

  • Indian Institute Of Technology, Kanpur
    Indian Institute Of Technology, Kanpur
    Geotechnical Engineering
  • University Of Roorkee, India
    University Of Roorkee, India
    Civil Engineering

Frequently Asked Questions about Kumar Keshav

What company does Kumar Keshav work for?

Kumar Keshav works for Db Rrts Operations India Private Limited

What is Kumar Keshav's role at the current company?

Kumar Keshav's current role is Chief Executive Officer at Deutsche Bahn RRTS Operations India Ltd. (Formerly Managing Director at Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation).

What schools did Kumar Keshav attend?

Kumar Keshav attended Indian Institute Of Technology, Kanpur, University Of Roorkee, India.

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Kumar Keshav has interest in Economic Empowerment, Civil Rights And Social Action, Poverty Alleviation, Science And Technology, Disaster And Humanitarian Relief.

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Kumar Keshav has skills like Project Estimation, Epc, Engineering Management, Metro, Contract Management, Construction Management, Project Engineering, Infrastructure, Tunnels, Project Control, Commissioning, Foundation Design.

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