Project Head

Role Purpose:

Head - Project is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of SVCT Project. The role involves leading cross-functional project teams, ensuring compliance with project budgets, timelines, and quality standards, and delivering project that align with the strategic goals of the Mundra Master plan. The role requires a strong focus on project management, stakeholder coordination, risk management, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic Project Planning & Execution:

• Lead the strategic planning, development, and execution of project, ensuring alignment with the Mundra Infrastructure master plan and business objectives.
• Identify and implement innovative project management methodologies and tools to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and optimize project outcomes.
• Establish and oversee project governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and quality standards.
• Develop and track key project performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and identify areas for improvement.

Project Delivery & Execution:

• Manage end-to-end execution of construction, expansion ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and budget.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, contractors, and government authorities, to facilitate seamless project execution.
• Oversee risk management initiatives, proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks that could impact project delivery.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, building codes, and safety protocols, conducting regular inspections to guarantee compliance.
• Implement stringent quality control procedures to ensure all construction work meets both internal and external standards for safety and quality.
• Ensure adherence to high-quality construction standards, sustainability goals, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Prepare detailed project budgets, monitor ongoing costs, and ensure financial control throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor project CAPEX, OPEX and resource allocation to maintain profitability.
• Provide accurate and timely financial reports to senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability in project spending.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the primary point of contact for key internal stakeholders, including senior management, legal, compliance, finance, and operations teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, developers, contractors, government agencies, and regulatory bodies.
• Facilitate collaboration between cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met, fostering a cohesive and efficient work environment.

Organisation Development: Work closely with the HR w.r.t

• Prepare Organisation Structures, Head Counts and the Budgets
• Planning, Deployment, Review and optimisation of Talent Required

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management:

• Oversee the permitting and licensing process for the project, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to address potential issues that could impact project timelines, costs, or quality.
• Lead efforts in compliance with sustainability and environmental standards, minimizing environmental impact during project execution.

Sustainability:

• Integrate sustainability principles into construction and development projects, including carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and waste management.
• Lead initiatives to achieve green certifications and promote environmental stewardship.

Digital Mindset & Innovation:

• Foster a digital-first approach by utilizing advanced technologies like Building Information Modelling (BIM), digital project management tools, and data analytics.
• Promote the adoption of innovative solutions for sustainability, and operational efficiency.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, with PG Diploma in Project Management (NICMAR preferred)
• Certifications in Project Management will be preferred

Experience / Exposure

• 18+ years of experience in construction project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing large-scale Infrastructure and Real Estate development, Townships projects.
• Exposure and experience in Project Management Tools such as Primavera, MS Projects etc..