Vice President - Projects

About Business

Adani Group:

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG-rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Realty:

Adani Realty is the real estate arm of one of India’s leading infrastructure and development entities – Adani Group.With resolute commitment to ‘Nation Building’ and ‘Growth with Goodness’,we are developing real estate projects in the most promising destinations,integrating design aesthetics with cutting-edge construction technology.

Job Purpose:

The Head - Construction Projects is responsible for leading all aspects of construction project operations to ensure timely delivery, budget control, and adherence to quality and safety standards. This role involves strategic planning, overseeing project execution, and managing cross-functional teams, including contracts, architecture, procurement, and HSE. The position also focuses on vendor management, project feasibility, value engineering, and developing long-term project strategies to deliver high-quality projects that meet global standards.

Responsibilities

Head - Construction Projects

Project Planning And Strategy

Conceptualize and develop long-term project strategies and planning.Lead pre-construction activities, including project management, design approval, feasibility analysis, and value engineering.Oversee planning of development mix and location to ensure project alignment with business goals.

Project Execution And Delivery

Act as the construction lead for planning, development, and execution of projects.Formulate project execution strategy to meet delivery timelines and quality standards.Identify and manage architects and consultants, oversee contract formulation, and lead negotiations.

Budget And Cost Management

Oversee budgeting and expenditure planning, ensuring optimal utilization of funds and adherence to project budgets.Ensure accuracy in financial and metric data as per contractual requirements.Review financial and operational reports to identify opportunities for increased profitability.

Quality And Compliance

Set standards to achieve global quality benchmarks in project development.Ensure adherence to processes and workflows through audit control mechanisms.Monitor material quality and ensure all compliance requirements are met.

Technology And Innovation

Introduce and implement new technological advancements to improve construction efficiency and effectiveness.

Team Development And Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and collaboration for successful project execution.Plan job rotation, stretch assignments, and succession planning to build a robust team.Identify training needs and execute capability-building initiatives for higher productivity.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

Business/Functional Heads (Design, Liaison etc.)Sales TeamBusiness Development Team

Key Stakeholders - External

Consultants (Architecture, Suppliers etc.)Contractors

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Work Experience (Range Of Years)

Work Experience(Range of years):20+ Years

Preferred Industry

Experience in construction project management, with demonstrated expertise in budget control, vendor management, and team leadership.Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.