Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Substation Project Manager

Department: EPC – Transmission & Substation
Location: Project Site / Head Office
Reports To: Senior Management

Role Overview

We are hiring a Substation Project Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of high-voltage substation projects—from planning and design coordination through construction, testing, commissioning, and hand-over.
The role requires strong technical expertise in electrical systems, excellent project-management acumen, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

● Lead overall project execution for substations (132 kV, 220 kV, and above) — covering civil, mechanical, and electrical scope.

● Review and validate project designs, drawings, and technical specifications.

● Develop detailed project schedules and resource plans; monitor progress against milestones.

● Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless execution.

● Oversee site activities — civil works, equipment erection, cabling, testing, and commissioning.

● Liaise with clients, consultants, and statutory authorities for technical reviews, approvals, and inspections.

● Ensure adherence to technical standards (IS/IEC/IEEE), QA/QC procedures, and HSE norms.

● Manage project budgets, forecasts, billing schedules, and overall cost control.

● Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines.

● Lead and mentor site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to achieve performance targets.

● Prepare progress reports, project documentation, and ensure timely close-out and hand-over.

● Maintain strong communication with the client and consultants, provide periodic progress updates, attend review meetings, and ensure timely resolution of issues.

● Handle correspondence and official communication — draft technical and commercial letters, progress reports, and compliance documentation in line with utility and PSU standards.

● Obtain and coordinate statutory permissions including right-of-way, land acquisition, and clearances from forest, environmental, and local authorities as applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

● Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent discipline.

● 8 – 15 years of experience in EPC project management, with direct exposure to high-voltage substation projects (132 kV and above).

● Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle — from design and procurement coordination to commissioning.

● Experience working with public utilities, state or central PSUs, and regulatory authorities is essential.

● Strong understanding of substation equipment: power transformers, switchgear, CT/VTs, busbars, protection & control, grounding, and auxiliary systems.

● Proficiency in project-management tools (MS Project / Primavera).

● Excellent knowledge of construction management, cost control, and contract administration.

● Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and vendor relationships.

● Familiarity with national grid codes, utility standards, and safety practices.

Skills & Attributes

● Strong leadership, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.

● Excellent written and verbal communication; adept at formal correspondence.

● Analytical mindset with attention to detail and quality.

● High sense of accountability and ownership.

● Ability to thrive under deadlines and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

● Project completion within approved schedule and budget.

● Zero major safety incidents.

● Client satisfaction / quality compliance score.

● Cost variance vs. baseline.

● Timely hand-over and documentation closure.

Job Title: Substation Procurement Manager

Department: EPC Procurement & Supply Chain
Location: Head Office / Project Sites
Reports To: Head – Procurement / Project Director

Role Overview

The Substation Procurement Manager will oversee all procurement and supply-chain activities for substation and transmission projects.
This position demands deep technical knowledge of substation equipment, strong vendor-management skills, and exceptional follow-up discipline to ensure materials and equipment are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with client-approved specifications.

Key Responsibilities

● Formulate and execute procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and budgets.

● Manage the complete procurement cycle — RFQ preparation, technical & commercial evaluation, vendor negotiations, and PO finalization.

● Identify and qualify reliable suppliers for substation and transmission materials and equipment.

● Obtain client / vendor approvals for all critical equipment and suppliers as per project and utility requirements.

● Coordinate closely with engineering for technical clarifications and with site teams for delivery planning.

● Track and expedite deliveries to ensure strict adherence to project schedules and milestone commitments.

● Maintain consistent follow-up with vendors for dispatches, inspection clearances, logistics tracking, and payment documentation.

● Monitor and manage payment schedules, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and avoiding delays.

● Negotiate commercial terms to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards.

● Maintain supplier performance records and ensure corrective actions for deviations.

● Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and material availability to support cost optimization.

● Ensure compliance with procurement policies, statutory requirements, and audit norms.

● Oversee logistics, inspection, dispatch, and site-delivery coordination for purchased goods.

Qualifications & Experience

● Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering or Supply Chain Management.

● 7 – 12 years of procurement experience in EPC, T&D, or substation projects.

● Strong technical understanding of substation equipment (transformers, switchgear, busbars, CT/VTs, protection panels, structural steel, etc.).

● Experience in vendor-approval processes with public utilities or PSUs preferred.

● Proficiency in ERP or procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

● Excellent negotiation, documentation, and vendor-management skills.

● Solid understanding of logistics, inspection, and delivery coordination.

Skills & Attributes

● Highly proactive in follow-ups and delivery tracking.

● Strong organizational and time-management skills.

● Excellent communication and stakeholder-management ability.

● Commercial acumen and attention to contractual detail.

● Ethical, transparent, and process-driven approach.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

● On-time delivery of long-lead and critical equipment.

● Client / vendor approvals obtained within planned timelines.

● Procurement cost variance vs. budget.

● Payment and documentation compliance.

● Supplier performance and quality metrics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹80,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Experience:

• total work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person