Project Manager- Civil

Role & responsibilities

Job Purpose

To lead, manage, and oversee all civil works related to Railway Telecommunication projects, including Tower foundation, pile foundation for tower, civil structure manholes, chambers, telecom equipment buildings, and tower foundations, ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with Railway, RDSO, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Prepare and execute the overall civil execution plan for OFC and telecom infrastructure.

• Supervise Tower foundation, casting, erection, pile foundation, manholes, building structure, chamber construction, and reinstatement works.

• Oversee construction of telecom shelters, tower/pedestal foundations, and building modifications.

• Monitor daily progress and ensure adherence to RDSO, MORTH, and Railway Engineering standards.

• Plan manpower, machinery, and material deployment for efficient field operations.

2. Technical & Quality Management

• Review and approve technical drawings, route plans, and construction methodologies.

• Ensure quality assurance and control as per approved ITP (Inspection & Test Plan).

• Conduct and review field test results (e.g., cube testing, compaction tests, trench depth checks, SBC test, Water test, material test etc).

• Ensure strict compliance with Railway specifications for Telecom towers and telecommunication related activity under Kavach Project.

• Verify and approve As-Built documentation and ensure accuracy for final submission.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualification & Experience

Educational Qualification:

• B.E. / B.Tech/Diploma in Civil Engineering (mandatory).

• Postgraduate degree/diploma in Project Management / Construction Management preferred.

Experience Required:

• 1015 years of experience in civil construction for Civil, Railway, Telecom, or Infrastructure projects.

• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role handling civil infrastructure.

• Experience in PSU or EPC environment with RailTel, IRCON, DFCCIL, BSNL, or similar clients is desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of OFC civil works, including trenching, HDD, duct laying, and chamber construction.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, Excel, and billing software.

• Working knowledge of RDSO, MORTH, and Indian Railway Engineering codes.

• Knowledge of telecom infrastructure such as equipment shelters, towers, and grounding systems.

• Familiarity with surveying instruments (DGPS, Total Station) for route verification.

Soft Skills

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Strong communication and stakeholder handling ability.

• Analytical and problem-solving mindset for field challenges.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multi-location teams.

Preferred Certifications

• Certification in Project Management (PMP / PRINCE2) – desirable.

• Safety and Quality certifications (ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 / ISO 45001).

• Railway or RDSO-approved safety and technical training (preferred).