Case Study:
Imagine constructing a towering structure that stands at an impressive 147.7 meters tall. This isn’t just any tower—it’s the tallest power transmission line tower ever built in Malaysia. The project was fraught with constant distractions and demanding tasks, making it the most time-consuming and resource-intensive endeavor we’ve ever undertaken. Yet, despite these challenges, we succeeded.
When the most critical task of a project is delayed until the very end—especially when the project’s delivery is crucial and on the brink of incurring liquidated damages—the focus of the team becomes immensely challenging. Balancing the pressure to meet client expectations with the constant distractions from stakeholders’ differing ideas and directives make maintaining efficiency and clarity incredibly difficult.
The construction of the heaviest (220 metric tons) and tallest (147.7 meters) power transmission line tower, situated within a mangrove swamp on the edge of Carey Island in southern of West Malaysia was faced with similar situations.
In this session, we will delve into this case, focusing on strategies to manage distractions in critical scenarios and minimize external dependencies. Our aim is to execute daily plans using the best available ideas and practices to meet target dates and build client confidence. Additionally, we, as an execution team, continually explore innovative ideas to further shorten project durations.”
Vipul Kumar Jha is a passionate project leader with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, 
and in a safe and positive environment. With 14 years of project management experience, he has successfully led 10 major projects specializing in extra high voltage power transmission lines across Thailand, India, and Malaysia.
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, where the construction industry often lags in adopting new technologies, Vipul is dedicated to integrating advanced solutions to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards without compromising safety.
Vipul holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and has been PMP and ACP certified since 2020. His expertise in applying best project management practices has consistently delivered outstanding results, making him a leading figure in the field.
Constructing Malaysia’s Tallest Power Transmission Line Tower
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Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Time: 18:15 – 20:30
Fees: 500 THB for members; 700 THB for non-members
Location: Novotel Bangkok Ploenchit Hotel
PDUs: 2 PDUs (2 Ways of Working)
EVENT INFO :
- Speaker:Vipul Kumar Jha
- Start Date:October 16, 2024
- Start Time:6:30pm
- End Date:October 16, 2024
- End Time:8:30pm
- Location:Novotel Hotel Ploenchit 566 Ploenchit Road Lumpini, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
- Website:pmithai.org
- Organizer:PMI Thailand