Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
TECHNICAL SKILLS & LANGUAGES
Timeline
INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE
Publications
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Dr. Jyoti Garg

New Delhi,India

Summary

Strategic and techno-commercial leader with 18 years of experience in project and financial management, corporate affairs, public-private partnerships, and large-scale infrastructure execution in India and Asia-Pacific. Academic credentials include a PhD, MBA, and MIT and Harvard Executive Education. Recognized for expertise in high-value government and private construction projects. GRIHA Certified Professional with experience in policy advocacy, regulatory navigation, sustainability, and organizational strategy in the EPC domain.


Experienced with strategic planning, operational management, and team leadership. Utilizes comprehensive business acumen to drive organizational success and foster growth. Track record of implementing effective strategies that enhance productivity and profitability.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Vice President (Policy Advocacy & Corporate Affairs)

Refex Group of Companies
10.2024 - Current
  • Led strategic relations with regulatory bodies and industry leaders across renewables, infrastructure, medical tech, and green mobility.
  • Oversaw stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, and corporate events including investor meets.
  • Drove internal strategic alignment across diversified business verticals.
  • Developed and executed strategic initiatives to drive business growth, resulting in higher revenues and market share expansion.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership team members on long-term strategic planning that ensured sustainable success for the company.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing new strategies and streamlining operations.

Senior Vice President (Operations)

Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Pvt. Ltd. (DRAIPL)
12.2021 - 09.2024
  • Managed ₹8,700+ Cr worth expressway and HSR projects for NHAI and NHSRCL.
  • Oversaw financial, safety, and quality compliance while liaising with government, clients, and vendors.
  • Built JV and strategic documentation, expanding business potential.
  • Introduced advanced technology solutions for data-driven decision-making, enabling more informed strategic planning.
  • Led change management initiatives that improved organizational culture and employee engagement.
  • Mentored junior team members by providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career growth paths.
  • Oversaw budget development and management, ensuring financial stability through cost control measures.
  • Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives, reinforcing the company''s commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices.
  • Established performance metrics and KPIs to monitor progress, ensuring continuous improvement in operations.
  • Championed innovation within the organization, promoting creative thinking and problem-solving techniques to drive business growth.
  • Managed large-scale projects from conception through execution, delivering results on time and within budget parameters.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms while maintaining quality standards.
  • Directed cross-functional teams for successful project completion, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Optimized resource allocation by conducting thorough analysis, reducing waste while maintaining high-quality output.

Vice President (Corporate)

SPML Infra Ltd.
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Headed multi-sector projects in Rajasthan and Delhi.
  • Delivered stakeholder value through budgeting, planning, and consortium coordination.
  • Led business development and regulatory compliance.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.

Assistant Vice President (Head Project Monitoring)

Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd.
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Led cost control, project audits, and green compliance (GRIHA) across national-level civil works.
  • Developed SOPs and financial KPIs aligned to performance dashboards.
  • Established a high-performance culture within the team by setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback on individual performance contributions.
  • Collaborated closely with executive leadership to align department goals with overall company objectives, resulting in stronger organizational cohesion.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring that each project met established quality standards and delivered expected results on time and within budget.
  • Enhanced collaboration between team members by implementing innovative communication tools and fostering an open dialogue culture.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, leading to more informed strategic choices and improved overall performance metrics.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new software tools for the team.
  • Enhanced communication between departments by developing effective reporting structures and information-sharing platforms.
  • Contributed to budget planning, and initiatives for communications, planning and coordination of facility management and space allocations.
  • Attended weekly meetings and special sessions of Leadership and Executive Leadership Teams and contributed to major administrative initiatives, policies and decisions.
  • Fostered strong relationships with key clients, leading to repeat business and a significant increase in customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reduced costs by negotiating vendor contracts and identifying areas for potential savings within department budgets.
  • Developed comprehensive financial forecasts based on historical data analysis, enabling more accurate budget planning and resource allocation.
  • Attended board and committee meetings and took meeting minutes to create detailed records of various meetings and decisions.
  • Optimized resource allocation by analyzing operational needs, reallocating resources as needed to maximize efficiency across all functions.

General Manager Projects to Senior Officer Grade-II

Simplex Infrastructures Ltd.
01.2006 - 01.2020
  • Handled major airports (Jaipur, Udaipur), cement plants, educational institutions, power plants, and ROBs.
  • Delivered projects worth ₹1,000+ Cr and managed over 100 employees.
  • Grew from Officer to GM, earning 7 promotions and multiple accolades.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
  • Implemented sustainability initiative, reducing energy consumption and waste, and promoting eco-friendly practices.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive employee training program, elevating staff skills and improving service delivery.

Education

Executive Certificate - Management & Leadership

MIT

Program for Leadership Development - undefined

Harvard Business School

28 Management Certifications - undefined

Brainbench

Ph.D. - Infrastructure Management

SGV Rajasthan University
01.2018

GRIHA Certified Professional - Green Buildings

GRIHA Council
01.2016

MBA - Information Technology & Finance

HIBS, Cambridge
Boston, MA
01.2013

Project Engineering & Management - Diploma in Civil Engineering

SIL & BVM
01.2013

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application -

Punjab Technical University
01.2009

MBA - Marketing & Finance

Rajasthan University
01.2006

Skills

  • Effective execution of strategies
  • Project & Financial Management
  • Government & Regulatory Liaison
  • Corporate Affairs & Policy Advocacy
  • Public Speaking & Media Relations
  • HR Strategy & Organizational Development
  • Green Building & Sustainability (GRIHA)
  • International Business Development (APAC)
  • Risk & Compliance Management
  • Tendering & Contracts Administration
  • Business development
  • Process improvements
  • Organizational development
  • Policies and procedures
  • Strategic leadership

Affiliations

  • Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC)
  • GRIHA Council – Evaluator & Trainer

TECHNICAL SKILLS & LANGUAGES

Tools/Software: ERP, Primavera, Dextra, MS Excel, SAS, MIS
Languages: English (Fluent), Hindi (Native)

Timeline

Senior Vice President (Policy Advocacy & Corporate Affairs)

Refex Group of Companies
10.2024 - Current

Senior Vice President (Operations)

Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Pvt. Ltd. (DRAIPL)
12.2021 - 09.2024

Vice President (Corporate)

SPML Infra Ltd.
07.2021 - 10.2021

Assistant Vice President (Head Project Monitoring)

Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Ltd.
01.2020 - 07.2021

General Manager Projects to Senior Officer Grade-II

Simplex Infrastructures Ltd.
01.2006 - 01.2020

Program for Leadership Development - undefined

Harvard Business School

28 Management Certifications - undefined

Brainbench

Ph.D. - Infrastructure Management

SGV Rajasthan University

GRIHA Certified Professional - Green Buildings

GRIHA Council

Executive Certificate - Management & Leadership

MIT

MBA - Information Technology & Finance

HIBS, Cambridge

Project Engineering & Management - Diploma in Civil Engineering

SIL & BVM

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application -

Punjab Technical University

MBA - Marketing & Finance

Rajasthan University

INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE

  • Represented India in strategic construction roles in Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, UAE, and KSA.
  • Served as Chief Strategist – Asia-Pacific, leading cross-border partnerships and talent development.

Publications

  • Paradigm Shift in Business Practices
  • Carbon Footprint Metrics & Strategies
  • India’s Innovation Ecosystem
  • Green Building Guidelines & GRIHA Evaluation

Awards

Youth Icon Award 2021 – Help India, Shakti & Trinetra Films

Women Recognition Award 2021 – Rajasthan Patrika & FM Tadka

CIDC Chairman Trophy – 2021 & 2023

Honored by Govt. of Rajasthan – Independence Day 2012 & 2019,

30+ Research Papers Published – National & International Journals

GRIHA Council Recognition – Worker Health & Safety Demo

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