Project Head

Head Hunter India is partnering with a leading organization in the steel manufacturing sector to find an experienced Project Head - Mechanical Engineering. This critical role will oversee the execution of complex mechanical projects, including greenfield and brownfield expansions, mill modernizations, and plant-level upgrades. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical acumen, robust project management capability, and a strong execution focus across all mechanical engineering functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Engineering & Planning:

• Own the full mechanical scope of capital projects, ranging from rolling mills and structural steelworks to reheating furnaces and auxiliary mechanical systems.
• Interface with consultants and OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to finalize layouts, technical drawings, equipment designs, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and risk assessments.

1. Execution & Monitoring:

• Coordinate mechanical fabrication, erection, fit-up, alignment, piping, and structural works.
• Drive site-level execution in accordance with established timelines, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Track daily progress, effectively handle bottlenecks, and enforce timely decision-making.

1. Vendor & Contractor Oversight:

• Identify and onboard mechanical contractors, vendors, and equipment suppliers through thorough technical and commercial evaluations.
• Monitor vendor SLAs (Service Level Agreements), fabrication quality, adherence to design specifications, and delivery schedules.

1. Budget & Cost Management:

• Prepare comprehensive mechanical budgets, project cost estimates, and detailed execution schedules.
• Ensure stringent cost control through value engineering, process optimization, and waste reduction initiatives.

1. QA/QC and EHS:

• Conduct regular inspections, stage-wise mechanical testing, and Non-Destructive Evaluations (NDTs).
• Ensure strict compliance with EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) norms, mechanical safety procedures, and statutory requirements.

1. Commissioning & Handover:

• Lead final installation, dry/wet commissioning, mechanical trial runs, and performance validation.
• Manage all necessary documentation, punch lists, and facilitate smooth technical handover to operations teams.

Skills

• Strong leadership with excellent cross-functional coordination capabilities.
• Decision-maker with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, SolidWorks/Inventor, and ERP systems (SAP or similar).
• Familiarity with ASME, IS codes, DIN standards, and P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) interpretations.

Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory). M.Tech or Project Management Certifications are preferred.
• Experience: 15-20 years in project execution within integrated or secondary steel manufacturing plants.
• Proven experience in mechanical commissioning of TMT bar plants, rolling mills, or heavy fabrication/assembly lines.
• Technical Competencies:
• Knowledge of static and rotary equipment.
• Understanding of material handling systems.
• Proficiency in industrial hydraulics/pneumatics.

Skills Required
Autocad, Leadership, Coordination, Mechanical Engineering, Ms Project