Project Head for Construction Industries

Job Title: Project Head – Construction

Department: Projects / Operations
Reports To: Managing Director / CEO
Location: Madhavaram , Chennai

Job Purpose

The Project Head is responsible for overall planning, execution, control, and timely completion of construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, cost control, and compliance with company SOPs, statutory requirements, and client expectations.

Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution of construction projects from mobilization to handover.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure adherence to approved drawings, BOQs, specifications, and contracts.
• Coordinate with consultants, architects, contractors, and vendors.

Cost & Budget Control

• Monitor project costs and ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets.
• Review BOQs, variation orders, and final bills.
• Control material consumption and reduce wastage.
• Ensure timely certification and processing of RA bills.

Team Management & Leadership

• Lead project teams including Engineers, Planning, QA/QC, Safety, and Admin.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and KPIs for project staff.
• Ensure discipline, adherence to hierarchy, and SOP compliance at site.
• Conduct regular site reviews and performance evaluations.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure implementation of QA/QC systems and quality benchmarks.
• Enforce safety standards and statutory compliance (labour laws, safety norms).
• Ensure adherence to environmental and local authority regulations.
• Address audits, inspections, and corrective actions.

Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate with Purchase department for timely procurement of materials.
• Evaluate vendors, subcontractors, and ensure contract compliance.
• Ensure timely material availability as per project schedules.

Client & Management Coordination

• Act as the single point of contact for clients and senior management.
• Conduct progress review meetings and submit MIS reports.
• Highlight risks, delays, and corrective action plans proactively.

Risk Management

• Identify project risks related to time, cost, quality, and manpower.
• Implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays and cost overruns.
• Resolve site-level conflicts and escalations effectively.

Reporting & Documentation

• Submit weekly/monthly progress reports, cash flow statements, and forecasts.
• Maintain proper documentation for claims, variations, and handover.
• Ensure smooth project closure and final handover documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).
• Master’s degree / PMP certification is an added advantage.

Experience

• 20–30 years of experience in construction/project management.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role handling large-scale residential/commercial/industrial projects.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Expertise in project planning, execution & control
• Excellent coordination and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of contracts, billing, and claims
• Strong understanding of construction SOPs and compliance
• Proficient in MS Project / Primavera / ERP systems

Interested candidates can apply through

Email Id: hr@vrlivin.co.in
Ph- 9363405130

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹125,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person