Bhalchandra Kunkerkar
AUCKLAND,AUK
Summary
Results-driven project manager with a proven track record in risk management, vendor management, and process optimization. Skilled in leading complex projects while fostering strong client relations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Tolburn Management Services
Pune, India
09.2025 - Current
- Developed project plans and schedules for various initiatives to ensure timely execution.
- Monitored project progress and provided regular updates to management to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Identified potential issues early on to support effective risk management efforts.
- Facilitated communication between team members to ensure alignment on tasks.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Project Manager
KBK Chemical Engineering Pvt Ltd. (Affiliate of Renuka Group)
Pune, India
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Managing a 100 KLPD (Kilo Liters Per Day) , LSTK (Lump Sum Turnkey) grain-based ENA (Extra Neutral Alcohol) and AA (Absolute Alcohol/Ethanol) plant in Uganda.
- Supervising a large-scale, automated industrial facility.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources with team members and stakeholders.
- Monitored project progress and reported updates to management regularly.
Project Manager
Alfa Laval Limited
Pune, India
04.2012 - 11.2014
- Project Management & Scale: Directed the end-to-end project lifecycle for large-scale edible oil refineries, fractionation, and dry dewaxing plants, managing capacities ranging from 100 TPD to 800 TPD.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align project objectives and deliverables, ensuring successful project execution.
- Supported risk management by proactively identifying potential issues, minimizing project disruptions.
- Feedstock Expertise: Oversaw diverse multi-seed and oil processing lines, specifically optimizing systems for sunflower, palm, and soybean oil feedstocks.
- Identified export markets in Iran and North and Central Africa, enhancing market reach.
Operations Manager
Voltas India Limited
Mumbai, India
07.2008 - 03.2012
- Regional MEP Leadership: Headed end-to-end MEP planning and project execution across the North East region, successfully directing a cross-functional team of 100+ personnel.
- Managed long-term relationships with key clients, resolving conflicts and overseeing vendor management through regular conferences.
- Led regional implementation of Tata Business Excellence Model (TBEM) while spearheading community development through Voltas CSR initiatives.
- Fostered high-performance culture emphasizing staff motivation, structured knowledge sharing, and proactive development of subordinates.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
K J Somaiya Polytechnic
India05-1991
Skills
- Project management
- Risk management
- Process optimization
- Scheduling techniques
- Vendor management
- Client relations
- Attention to detail
- Compliance and Reporting
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional
Marathi
Full Professional
Timeline
Project Manager
Tolburn Management Services
09.2025 - Current
Project Manager
KBK Chemical Engineering Pvt Ltd. (Affiliate of Renuka Group)
08.2022 - 08.2025
Project Manager
Alfa Laval Limited
04.2012 - 11.2014
Operations Manager
Voltas India Limited
07.2008 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
K J Somaiya Polytechnic