Veerender Kumar Appointed as New Head of Project Management Office at Datta Infra

Datta Infra has appointed Veerender Kumar as its Head – Project Management Office (PMO), effective in Aug 2025. With more than 20 years of experience in solar EPC, transmission, and infrastructure development, Veerender’s appointment comes at a time when Datta Infra is rapidly scaling its renewable energy footprint across the country.

Over the years, Veerender has built a reputation for turning complex project pipelines into structured, high-precision delivery engines. At Datta Infra, he will focus on building scalable planning frameworks and enhancing performance oversight across all project functions.

Reflecting on the strategic hire, Varchasvi Gagal, Managing Director and CEO of Datta Infra, said, “In infrastructure, scale means nothing without control. Veerender brings not just depth of experience, but a rare ability to build order out of complexity. His presence strengthens our commitment to execution excellence, and to delivering projects that are not just fast, but flawless.”

Speaking on his new role, Veerender Kumar, Head – Project Management Office, said, “As we step into a new phase of accelerated growth, my focus will be on creating systems that anticipate challenges, not just respond to them. From procurement to site execution, it’s about enabling tighter, smarter coordination that delivers impact at scale.”

Before joining Datta Infra, Veerender served as GM–PMO at Avaada Energy, where he oversaw scheduling and delivery governance for high-capacity solar projects. His 15-year stint at Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy saw him rise from Engineer to Deputy GM–PMO, leading critical projects in India.

An Electrical Engineering diploma holder, Veerender is known for his analytical approach to execution, vendor ecosystem alignment, and data-driven performance frameworks.