Role Overview
We are looking for an Operations Head – South Region ( Chennai & Bengaluru ) who can bring structure, precision, and passion to our project execution process. This role calls for someone who deeply understands lighting — from design language to site realities — and can lead an operations team to execute projects seamlessly, efficiently, and beautifully.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management :
- Lead and mentor a team of ~7 operations executives across multiple project sites.
- Inspire, educate, and guide the team to handle site-level operations independently.
- Build and strengthen the operations team by identifying and nurturing the right talent.
- Project Execution & Quality :
- Ensure every project follows Radical Illumination’s established SOPs and quality standards.
- Review and monitor projects from design stage to on-site execution, ensuring timelines and quality benchmarks are met.
- Plan alternate approaches (Plan B) proactively to prevent bottlenecks or delays.
- Lighting Knowledge & Application :
- Deep understanding of architectural and decorative lighting, materials, and fabrication methods.
- Ability to interpret lighting design drawings and intent, ensuring design fidelity during execution.
- Exposure to multiple international lighting brands and their product systems.
- Process & Efficiency :
- Track capacity planning, team efficiency, and process optimization.
- Drive initiatives to continuously improve operational workflows and execution precision.
- Ensure cost, quality, and time targets are aligned at all times.
- Collaboration :
- Coordinate closely with design, procurement, and project teams to maintain seamless execution.
- Communicate effectively with architects, designers, and vendors to ensure clarity at every stage.
Requirements
Experience : 5+ years in architectural or bespoke lighting operations (execution, site management, or project coordination).Skills :Strong knowledge of lighting systems and design principles.Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to read lighting layouts and detail drawings.Hands-on experience at site level with installation and coordination.Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills.Mindset :Passionate about lighting and innovation.Finess-oriented, disciplined, and proactive.A team player who can think strategically and act decisively.Why Join Radical Illumination
Work on world-class architectural and bespoke lighting projects.Collaborate with some of the finest lighting designers and architects in India and beyond.Be part of a tight-knit, creative, and process-driven team that values quality over scale.