Head of Operations

Job Title: Head of Operations

Location: Delhi, India

About Universal Construction Hub (UCH.AI):

UCH.AI is pioneering the transformation of the construction industry through its cutting-edge, AI-powered platform. As a funded startup, our mission is to empower construction companies to win more projects and eliminate operational inefficiencies. By leveraging technology, we enable firms to optimize business development, foster collaboration, and make informed, data-driven decisions.

At UCH.AI, we foster a culture rooted in innovation, agility, and operational excellence. We are committed to making a meaningful impact in the infrastructure ecosystem and are actively seeking driven professionals to join us on this journey of transformation.

About the Role:

We are looking for a hands-on, execution-driven Head of Operations to lead infrastructure delivery across our pan-India project portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring a maximum of 10 years of experience specifically in road and railway construction, with a strong background in managing field teams, ensuring operational discipline, and integrating digital processes to drive efficiency.

This role is best suited for professionals who have worked on infrastructure projects in diverse geographies and are ready to take ownership of end-to-end execution within a tech-enabled construction ecosystem.

Important Note:

• Only candidates with a maximum of 10 years or below of experience in road and railway construction will be considered.
• Candidates with unrelated experience or exceeding the required experience limit will not be shortlisted.
• Applicants must be 50 years of age or younger at the time of application.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the planning, execution, and timely delivery of road and railway infrastructure projects.
• Standardize field operations, logistics workflows, and vendor coordination across sites.
• Ensure projects meet cost, time, and quality benchmarks while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with tech, engineering, procurement, and business development teams to align execution strategy with business objectives.
• Introduce and promote the use of digital tools for real-time site reporting, monitoring, and decision-making.
• Establish safety protocols, contract compliance mechanisms, and operational best practices as per MoRTH and IRC guidelines.
• Manage, train, and supervise on-site teams including project engineers, contractors, and supervisory staff.

Required Qualifications:

• B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized institute (mandatory).
• Maximum of 10 years of relevant experience in road and/or railway construction.
• Proven success in delivering infrastructure projects in remote or challenging terrains.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, and documentation systems.
• Effective leadership, team coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Age limit: 50 years or below at the time of application.

Preferred Experience:

• Past involvement in government-funded infrastructure projects (NHAI, MoRTH, PWD).
• Exposure to construction of bridges, tunnels, or complex structural assets.
• Prior experience in EPC firms, PMC consultancies, or infra-tech startups is an added advantage.

What We Offer:

• A leadership role in a fast-growing, AI-driven construction startup.
• Dynamic and flexible work culture that values on-ground expertise and innovation.
• Competitive salary along with performance-based equity benefits.
• Opportunity to drive change and digital transformation in one of India’s largest industries.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹112,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vasant Vihar-1, Delhi, Delhi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Can you briefly describe the most critical infrastructure project in Road or Railway Construction you have led and the role you played?
• How many years of experience you have in Road and Railway construction or infra project management?

Work Location: In person