Praveen Mahto

Detail-oriented energy and project professional with over 6+ years of experience in energy audits, building performance analysis, and project coordination across commercial and residential sectors. Skilled in analysing energy consumption patterns, developing predictive models, and supporting data-driven decision-making to improve operational efficiency. Experienced in conducting investment-grade audits, evaluating HVAC and electrical systems, and preparing structured technical reports.

Currently supporting international consulting assignments as an Independent Subconsultant with Aninver Development Partners, contributing to proposal development, methodology design, and coordination with global stakeholders. Proficient in Excel, reporting tools, and energy modelling concepts, with a strong focus on accuracy, timely delivery, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Independent Subconsultant at Aninver Development Partners, S.L. (2025-10 – Present)

• Prepare technical and financial proposals for international development projects funded by institutions such as the World Bank, IFC, AfDB, and UN agencies.
• Develop project methodologies, workplans, and deliverables frameworks aligned with client Terms of Reference (ToR).
• Conduct sector research and policy analysis to support consulting assignments across sectors including energy, infrastructure, digital economy, and capacity building.
• Coordinate with international consultants and subject matter experts to integrate technical inputs, project approaches, and past performance references into proposals.
• Ensure all submissions comply with client procurement guidelines, evaluation criteria, and strict deadlines.
• Manage multiple proposal development processes simultaneously while maintaining high quality and consistency.

Project Manager at Quimera Energy Efficiency (2023-02 – 2025-09)

• Analysed existing building consumption data and independent variables to generate baselines for performance comparisons after ECMs implementations.
• Conducted feasibility studies of long and short-term energy projects using financial calculations for Capex and non-capex energy projects.
• Collaborated with clients and vendors to execute energy projects.
• Developed benchmarks for energy consumption, facilitating efficient resource allocation.
• Engaged in business development activities, including data analysis and reporting using Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Sheets.
• Conducted optimization and investment-grade audits, energy and operating data collection, field analysis, and performance evaluation of energy systems.
• Designed energy metering strategies and supervised onsite installations by third-party vendors, ensuring data accuracy.

Senior Engineer (Business Excellence) at Kyalibresana Calibration Private Limited (2020-08 – 2023-02)

• Utilized Excel's pivot tables and dashboards to analyse society complaints, identify causes, propose solutions, collaborate with management, track progress, and engage operations for effective issue resolution.
• Established benchmarks for energy consumption through comprehensive Excel data analysis.
• Created and presented Excel-based dashboards to display energy usage, society complaints, etc., to show management in monthly meetings.
• Prepared shift plan schedules for technical and non-technical operation and maintenance staff for different commercial and residential buildings.
• Developed predictive models for equipment reliability and maintenance needs.
• Calculated Calibration and Measurement Capability (CMC) for thermal and mechanical instruments as per NABL guidelines.
• Calibrated a wide range of measurement and testing instruments, ensuring accurate and consistent measurements.
• Contributed to the development of Excel-based processes, procedures, and templates for effective building operation and maintenance.

Engineer (Business Excellence) at VAR Facility Management Solutions PVT LTD (2018-09 – 2020-07)

• Conducted comprehensive energy audits across commercial and residential buildings, including data collection, site inspections, and system-level performance assessments.
• Collected and analysed operational data such as HVAC parameters, lighting loads, power consumption, and equipment performance to establish accurate energy baselines.
• Developed building energy models using eQUEST to simulate HVAC and lighting systems under real operating conditions.
• Performed hourly, monthly, and annual energy consumption simulations using eQUEST to evaluate system performance and identify peak load patterns.
• Analysed simulation outputs to identify energy conservation measures (ECMs), including HVAC optimization, lighting retrofits, and operational improvements.
• Prepared detailed energy audit reports including assumptions, simulation methodology, energy breakdowns, and actionable recommendations for cost savings.
• Evaluated HVAC system efficiency (COP/EER), cooling loads, and ventilation performance to recommend optimized system configurations.
• Performed lighting analysis to assess energy intensity and proposed transition to energy-efficient solutions (LED, controls).
• Coordinated with clients and facility teams to validate data inputs, discuss findings, and support implementation of recommended measures.
• Utilized tools such as Excel and eQUEST to generate dashboards, energy trends, and comparative analysis for decision-making.
• Contributed to the development of processes, procedures, templates, and model content for the effective operation and maintenance of buildings.
• Collaborated with field and operations staff to implement and supervise phase operations.
• Performed energy flow analysis in commercial buildings and developed dashboards to display energy usage metrics.
• Supported the implementation and compliance of ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System (EnMS) within building operations.
• Performed energy audits on buildings to identify opportunities for energy savings.
• Collected and analysed data such as power quality, temperature readings of HVAC systems, water flow using ultrasonic flow meters, and performed vibration and thermography analysis of pumps, motors, and electrical systems.

Project Internship (M.Tech Project) at Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) (2017-07 – 2018-05)

• Analysed the burnout behaviour of coal by simulating the pulverized coal combustion process in the drop tube furnace (DTF) using ANSYS Fluent software.
• Supported simulating coal combustion using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) in ANSYS software.
• Collected, organized, and refined research data to produce accurate graphs and charts that effectively conveyed the simulation results.

Integrated M. Tech in Energy Engineering (B. Tech + M. Tech dual Degree Course) – Central University of Jharkhand (2013 – 2018)

Intermediate Education – St. Patricks Junior College (2011 – 2013)

Matriculation (CBSE) – Vijnana Vihara residential school (2011 – 2011)