Varun Kumar
About Varun Kumar
Varun Kumar is the Chief Manager of Contract Management at STL - Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 14 years of experience in contract management and project oversight, with a background in engineering and law.
Work at Sterlite Technologies
Varun Kumar serves as the Chief Manager of Contract Management at STL - Sterlite Technologies Limited since 2020. Based in Gurgaon, Haryana, he has held this position for four years. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing contract management processes, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, and safeguarding the company's interests. His work involves managing the lifecycle of contracts, from performance to closeout or termination.
Previous Experience at ANDRITZ HYDRO
Before joining Sterlite Technologies, Varun Kumar worked as a Commercial Project Manager at ANDRITZ HYDRO from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in this role, he focused on managing commercial aspects of projects, contributing to the successful execution of various initiatives within the organization.
Career at L&T MHPS Boilers Pvt Ltd
Varun Kumar held the position of Manager of Project Management at L&T MHPS Boilers Pvt Ltd from 2011 to 2017. Over six years, he was involved in managing projects, specifically in the power sector, which provided him with extensive experience in project execution and management.
Education and Expertise
Varun Kumar has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering from Inderprastha Engineering College, UPTU, from 2003 to 2007. He later pursued a Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) in Operations and International Business at IMT-CDL from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at Chaudhary Charan Singh University from 2019 to 2022, further enhancing his expertise in contract management and legal aspects.
Professional Skills and Responsibilities
With over 14 years of experience, Varun Kumar specializes in managing contracts, costs, risks, and projects, particularly in the erection and commissioning of power plants and maintenance in COKER plants of oil refineries. He is skilled in drafting letters of credit and bank guarantees, conducting risk reviews, and managing change orders and claims. Varun utilizes SAP for project management tasks, including PR generation and GRN booking, ensuring efficient project execution.