Infrastructure Head

Role & responsibilities

The Head Infrastructure will be responsible for planning, executing, and maintaining infrastructure for commercial properties, including malls, multiplexes, retail spaces, and commercial buildings. The role includes managing new development, fit-outs, CAPEX projects, asset lifecycle, vendor coordination, and ensuring smooth day-to-day infrastructure operations with focus on safety, sustainability, and cost-efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Infrastructure Strategy & Planning

• Develop long-term infrastructure strategy for malls, multiplexes, and commercial spaces.
  
• Lead design planning, technical due diligence, and layout finalization with architects, consultants, and developers.
  
• Prepare CAPEX & OPEX budgets for property development and maintenance.
  

2. Project Execution

• Lead greenfield and brownfield projects from design to handover including site supervision.
  
• Ensure timely completion of civil, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), HVAC, escalators/lifts, fire systems, and landscaping works.
  
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and government authorities.
  

3. Facilities & Asset Management

• Oversee day-to-day operation and maintenance of infrastructure, equipment, and utilities across sites.
  
• Ensure AMC (Annual Maintenance Contracts), SLAs, and SOPs are in place for housekeeping, security, parking, DG, HVAC, STP, WTP, and other systems.
  
• Monitor energy efficiency, building health, and infrastructure performance KPIs.
  

4. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure statutory compliance for all building codes, environmental regulations, fire safety, structural audits, etc.
  
• Implement emergency response systems, safety audits, evacuation plans, and fire drills.
  

5. Vendor & Team Management

• Handle procurement, tendering, and negotiation with vendors, contractors, and consultants.
  
• Build and lead a cross-functional infrastructure and engineering team.
  
• Review performance of external facility management partners.
  

6. Renovation & Expansion

• Plan and execute property renovations, reconfigurations, and tenant modifications.
  
• Ensure minimal disruption to retail operations during infra works.
  

Preferred candidate profile

• Project & Construction Management
  
• MEP, Civil & HVAC Expertise
  
• Vendor Management & Procurement
  
• Regulatory Compliance
  
• Facility Operations & Energy Management
  
• Budgeting & Cost Control
  
• Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination