Project Manager (Pumped Hydro Storage Project) Avaada Energy

Project Manager Pumped Hydro Storage Project

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Experience Required:

Educational Qualification:

• B.Tech/B.E. in Civil/Mechanical/Mining Engineering (Mandatory)
• Postgraduate qualification in Construction/Project Management (Preferred)

Job Summary:

Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and implement detailed construction schedules and look-ahead plans.
• Oversee project phases from geotechnical investigation to commissioning.
• Coordinate site execution with engineering, procurement, and execution teams.
• Manage interface of critical paths, civil works, deliveries, and site execution.
  

Technical Oversight

• Monitor site activities including boreholes, grouting, WPT, SPT, tunneling, and civil works.
• Provide technical guidance in line with standards, specifications, and design requirements.
• Manage risk assessment for ground conditions, slopes, tunneling, and water retention structures.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams across planning, construction, QA/QC, HSE, and billing.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, local authorities, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Support recruitment, development, and performance evaluation of team members.

Contract & Commercial Management

• Review and administer contracts including variation orders, claims, and change management.
• Collaborate with commercial teams for budgeting, billing, rate analysis, and escalation claims.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and local statutory requirements.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and present project progress reports to management, clients, and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain accurate documentation including risk registers, claim logs, and construction diaries.
• Use project management tools such as Primavera/MS Project for planning and reporting.
  

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Extensive experience in hydroelectric or pumped storage project execution.
• Expertise in construction of tunnels, reservoirs, powerhouses, and transmission infrastructure.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Contract management knowledge (EPC/Item rate contracts, FIDIC preferred).
• Proficiency in project management software (Primavera/MS Project).
• Strong analytical and risk mitigation skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.

Preferred Certifications (Desirable):

• PMP / PRINCE2
• Certification in Primavera P6
• HSE Management Certifications