Senior Manager (Hydro Mechanical)

Purpose/Objective

Lead and manage all Hydro-Mechanical (H&M) engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities for a Pumped Storage Hydropower Project. Ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of H&M works in compliance with technical specifications, contractual obligations, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Coordinate closely with civil and electromechanical teams for integrated project delivery.

Key Responsibilities of Role

- Lead the complete hydro-mechanical scope covering design review, procurement, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning. - Manage major H&M equipment such as penstocks and bifurcations, gates, valves, hoists, cranes, and hydraulic systems. - Review technical designs, specifications, vendor drawings, and quality plans. - Track project milestones, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions. - Oversee procurement processes, including vendor evaluation, tendering, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring. - Supervise site works including fabrication, welding, erection, alignment, and hydraulic testing. - Coordinate with civil and electromechanical teams for integrated project execution including during embedded part installations. - Ensure adherence to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards. - Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies. - Mentor and guide site teams to achieve technical excellence. - Ensure all designs comply with international standards (e.g., ASME, BS, IS codes) and contractual requirements. - Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures and welding standards (AWS, IS, BS). - Plan and execute pre-commissioning, functional tests, and load trials of gates, valves, and hydraulic systems with necessary test as per Standards and contractual requirements. - Implement mitigation strategies to avoid cost overruns and schedule slippage. - Participate in progress review meetings and prepare technical and progress reports. - Represent the H&M discipline in design reviews, audits, and inspections.

Technical Competencies

Project Execution: - Knowledge of H&M equipment such as penstocks and bifurcations, gates, valves, hoists, cranes, and hydraulic systems.,Project Planning and scheduling- HM works,Quality assurance plans implementation,Testing of HM equipment and steel liners

Qualifications and Experience

- B.E./ B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering - 15+ years of experience.