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Sarojkant - 
Project Manager

Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

About the job

Main responsibilities

Project Monitoring , Procurement & Supply & Budget Control.

Typical day

Project Management duties which include achieving sales targets for the quarter and to do the necessary to achieve the same.

What do I enjoy about my job?

People interactions.

Challenging aspects

Every project being unique, surprises are of various kinds. The adventure in the job is tremendous and that's what appeals to me. Moreover, I love the overall control and insight we can get into mega projects.

Why did this area of work appeal to me?

Developing a foresight for events occuring & Proactive action to avoid future problems.

Skills/qualifications I use in my job?

Administrative, People Handing, Management Skills & a systematic approach.


Career information

Brief history since leaving University

I started a company in India , but the start-up failed. I then went to work in Budapest for a Pneumatic conveying system provider. Work was mainly systems design for ash handling in power plants.

I returned to india to work for Siemens Metals division. Project co-ordination for a Galvanizing & Color coated line for TATA steel.

Then I joined Larsen & Toubro and I am working here for the past 5 years. My first project as an Assistant manager for a Zinc Smelter Project in Rajasthan (India). Plant got commissioned in 2010. Since then I commissioned a Sinter Plant in Angul Orissa. At present I am handling a pellet plant project for an upcoming project in Gua Mines in Odhisa (India).

Where do I see myself in the future?

I would like to head an organisation in the project business. I am planning for an MBA.


Advice to students

My piece of advice to students

Masters in UK is one year so you should have it all planned before you leave for the country. Get good grades and try to get the skills required to crack the job market from the month no. 2. Do not be over enthusiastic about getting jobs in UK itself. India has ample opportunities if you fail to get on there, but do not forget that the globe opens for you after your degree, so keep an open mind.

Other comments

Life is not easy , being disciplined has no alternative.


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Last updated: 05 Apr 2013