Key Responsibilities :
- Civil Construction Leadership : Lead the execution of all civil construction activities, including land development, foundations, roads, drains, cable trenches, control buildings, and other associated infrastructure.
- Technical Oversight : Review and approve civil engineering drawings and specifications. Coordinate with design teams to optimize civil designs with a focus on safety, cost, and schedule.
- EHV and Substation Works : Supervise civil works associated with Extra High Voltage lines, switchyards, and substations ensuring high quality and compliance with standards.
- Quality and Compliance : Ensure adherence to project specifications, quality standards, and statutory norms. Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
- Team Management : Lead a team of civil engineers, supervisors, and contractors. Allocate tasks and manage daily progress to meet project milestones.
- Cost and Resource Management : Contribute to cost estimation and budgeting for civil works. Optimize the use of resources and monitor expenditures to prevent overruns.
- Risk Identification and Mitigation : Identify risks in civil construction early and implement mitigation plans.
- Stakeholder Coordination : Coordinate with internal teams (Electrical, SCM, Safety, etc.), external consultants, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.
- Progress Reporting : Maintain site documentation and generate weekly / monthly progress reports for senior management.
Qualifications :
Education : Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.Experience :Minimum of 12 years in civil construction, with 8+ years in utility-scale solar power projects.Experience with the construction of 1 GW or more solar projects (cumulative).Experience in EHV line and substation civil works is essential.Technical Proficiency :Strong knowledge of civil engineering standards and solar project construction methodologies.Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and BOQs.Familiarity with quality and HSE standards.Leadership & Communication :Proven leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.Strong interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills.Innovation & Problem-Solving :Ability to bring in new ideas for optimizing designs, execution timelines, and cost control.Effective decision-maker with strong problem-solving aptitude.
Skills Required
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, Civil engineering standards, Quality and HSE standards, Solar project construction methodologies