Associate Director M&E- India

Vacancy Intro

Haskoning is an independent international consultancy since 1881, combining engineering, design and consultancy services with software and technology to deliver more added value for clients. Based on our mission Enhancing Society Together, we take responsibility for having a positive impact on the world and contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We challenge ourselves and our clients to develop sustainable solutions for issues relating to the built environment, infrastructure and industry. Our more than 6,600 permanent and flexible employees are spread across offices in more than 25 countries worldwide - working together with clients on future-proof solutions.

Haskoning is seeking an experienced Associate Director in M & E to support our Maritime related projects in India.

Overall purpose of the role

• Line manager for M&E staff.
• Lead M&E India Local Projects
• Work in-sync with TD/AD1 for development of the M&E Team
• Recruitments for M&E Hub
• Member of the AG MT, overseeing a portfolio of M&E projects with special focus on Maritime projects.
• To provide support to the MT of the AG in building a strong AG both in terms of technical excellence, project management and delivery.
• Contribute and work together with the Business Development (BD) team in winning local external projects.
• Be a member of the MT of the AG achieving the targets from the annual plan.
• Responsible for all projects assigned in terms of financial result, time, quality, client satisfaction, safety and deliverables.

What will you do

General Responsibilities and activities

• Involvement in implementation of the M&E Hub.
• Develop M&E India team
• Ensure project delivery for the M&E projects
• Implement Haskoning’s internal QHSE processes for all M&E projects
• Liaise with Human Resources in managing the employees and staffing.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the reporting staff.
• Ensure knowledge of the teams in term of technical capabilities, personal qualifications and relevant software.
• Ensure the training and development for Project Managers, Team Leads and Engineers
• In co-operation with BD team and the rest of the MT maintain contacts with existing clients and develop contacts with new clients in the framework of Haskoning’s Business Development strategy, identifying new opportunities, maintain network and client relationships, strengthening and building Haskoning’s business, brand and reputation in the Indian market.

Authorities :

• Attend and contribute to MT Meetings.
• Being a Mentor/Coach of Project Managers and Project Co-ordinators
• Encourage staff to attend the training/workshop/seminar related to personal improvement and team development in terms of technical skill and knowledge.
• Operate the P&D cycle for reporting staff including regular informal check ins.
• Propose adjustment of staff salary increments and other contractual aspects.

Technical/ Administrative Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular team meetings for the local projects and M&E hub works.
• Responsible for successful project delivery and completion, by supporting the project manager and the team.
• Final approver of time sheets, expense claims etc. from members of assigned projects to you.
• Responsible for project financial forecasts of the projects assigned to you.
• Ensure that the staff has appropriate capabilities and adequate experience, training, and qualifications to effectively produce the design documentation in current and upcoming projects and manage the projects.
• Support the project managers in allocating staff to projects based on technical skill and expertise.
• Complaints handling for all activities (internal and/or external) in the Project Team, by supporting the project managers/team leads or stepping in, as escalation.
• Motivate the team to constantly meet quality of working standards & deliverables. Lead by example.
• Communication with internal & External Stakeholder

Where you will work

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

What you bring

• M&E background,
• A full time bachelor's degree preferably B.E. Electrical
• Minimum of 20 years of relevant professional experience

What we offer you

• Market competitive salary
• International experience in an employee friendly work culture
• Insurance cover for self and family
• Social Security
• Paid leaves
• Group Profit Sharing

Are you our new colleague?

We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 1-2 interviews and a possibly assessment. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board!

For more information, you can always contact Pranita Gupte, Recruiter, at pranita.gupte@haskoning.com.