Manager - Projects

Shall responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for the end‑to‑end execution and business performance of EHV/HV Transmission Line and Substation projects (132kV to 765kV) across both domestic and overseas locations. 

The role is accountable for delivering high‑value, complex EPC projects within defined scope, time, cost, quality, and safety parameters, while driving execution excellence, stakeholder satisfaction, and sustained profitability. The incumbent will lead large multi‑disciplinary teams, manage complex stakeholder ecosystems, and strengthen execution governance across EPC transmission projects in diverse geographic, regulatory, and cultural environments. 

        Operational Leadership 

• Lead end‑to‑end EPC execution of EHV/HV transmission line and substation projects (132kV–765kV) from initiation through commissioning 

• Ensure on‑time commissioning and energization of transmission lines and substations, even under challenging conditions such as remote locations, difficult terrain, RoW constraints, adverse weather, and pandemic‑like disruptions 

• Drive delivery of projects in line with contractual scope, schedule baselines, approved budgets, technical specifications, and safety standards 

• Oversee simultaneous execution of multiple high‑value projects across regions and countries 

Project & Portfolio Management 

• Manage a diversified portfolio of EPC projects.  

• Provide leadership for pan India and international EPC transmission projects, ensuring consistent execution standards across geographies 

• Manage mobilization of project teams, resources, contractors, and systems for overseas projects 

• Ensure full compliance with local statutory regulations, grid codes, contractual obligations, and safety norms across domestic and international locations 

• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for delayed or impacted projects and implement recovery plans. 

Financial & Commercial Control 

• Own P&L responsibility for assigned EPC projects and portfolios, including revenue, margin delivery, cost control, cash flow, and collections 

• Ensure achievement of OP plans, KPI targets, margin improvement, and cost optimization initiatives. 

• Participate in budget preparation and quarterly forecasting in coordination with sales and ITO teams. 

• Drive contract administration, variation orders, claims, and EOT management to protect commercial interests 

• Establish robust project governance frameworks, including progress reviews, risk management, and executive decision escalation 

• Identify risks and opportunities to protect and enhance project profitability. 

Customer & Stakeholder Management 

• Act as senior interface with clients, utilities, consultants, lenders, JV partners, and statutory authorities 

• Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with utilities, EPC clients, and government bodies such as PGCIL, Sterlite Power, Tata Projects, Adani etc.  

• Represent the organization in steering committees, project reviews, and high level statutory meetings 

People Leadership & Capability Building 

• Lead cross-functional teams across projects, engineering, construction, quality, sourcing, and services.  

• Mentor and develop high-performing teams, including remote and multi-location teams.  

• Drive change management initiatives to improve efficiency, accountability, and delivery excellence 

EHS & Quality Compliance 

• Promote a strong EHS culture, ensuring full compliance with safety, quality, and integrity policies.  

• Ensure zero-compromise approach toward workplace safety and regulatory compliance at all project sites.