2025 40 Under 40: Manav Mittal, PMP, CSM, 33

Senior EPC Project Manager, Ampirical Solutions LLC.; MBA, Operations & Strategy, University of Michigan; MS, Project Management, Purdue University 

A cornerstone in advancing modernization across the utility sector, Mittal’s 11 years of experience highlights his track record of delivering transformative oil and gas programs with multimillion-dollar budgets. Mittal’s expertise spans coal generation, gas storage walls, compression stations, gas pipelines, distribution facilities and electrical control center buildings. He managed the automation of 800 gas sites for a major Michigan utility company, directing the integration of SCADA and smart devices. Implementation improved real-time monitoring capabilities and delivered operational cost savings of $4,000 per event. His work on the remote terminal unit upgrade program involved replacing outdated units across 800 gas sites. Mittal played a critical role in evaluating vendor solutions while leading a team of 40 professionals to deliver the plan on time and on budget. Mittal was honored by the Global Recognition Awards for his leadership and innovation. His vendor negotiations and risk mitigation strategies have resulted in $91 million in savings across projects. He serves as a reviewer for IEEE Access and Elsevier Strategy Review. In his free time, he’s volunteered for Cluster Pulse to assist startups in implementing frameworks. As the director of AACE International Great Lakes Chapter, he organized webinars connecting industry experts with students and professionals. Mittal served as a sustainability specialist at Purdue University, leading the LEED certification process for historic and newly constructed buildings. Mittal enjoys staying physically active by swimming and is passionate about kickboxing, saying it pushes his limits while also developing endurance and agility. He prioritizes time with family and draws strength from those relationships.