Project Manager

Job description

**JOB SUMMARY** This position is responsible for program governance, planning, monitoring, cost control, and execution of EHV/HV transmission EPC projects (UG Cables & Substations). The role ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant project delivery while coordinating cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance, Contracts, and key stakeholders. **Key Result Areas:** **1. Project Planning & Scheduling** - Lead execution of EHV substation and underground cable projects. - Develop project schedules using tools like Primavera / MS Project. - Monitor progress and ensure milestone achievement. **2. Cost Control & Budget Management** - Prepare and control project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and cost baselines - Identify cost-saving opportunities and lead value engineering initiatives - Ensure alignment with Cost Excellence frameworks **3. Project Monitoring & Performance Management** - Establish Project management dashboards and KPIs. - Conduct periodic project reviews, MIS reporting, and management presentations - Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) **4. Contract & Commercial Management** - Track EPC contracts and subcontractor performance - Manage costs, contracts and billing - Support contract negotiations and dispute resolution - Ensure compliance with contractual milestones - Ensure timely Invoicing and collection of payment from clients **5. Risk & Issue Management** - Develop and maintain risk registers - Identify: - Land acquisition risks - RoW (Right of Way) challenges - Supply chain constraints - Drive risk mitigation strategies and escalation frameworks **6. Procurement Coordination** - Align procurement schedules with project timelines - Monitor vendor performance and material delivery schedules - Ensure long-lead items (e.g., transformers, GIS) are expedited **7. Engineering Coordination** - Interface with engineering teams for: - Design approvals - Route alignment - Track engineering deliverables against plan **8. Construction & Site Coordination** - Monitor progress of: - Foundation, erection, stringing - Substation works (AIS/GIS, control systems) - EHV / HV Cable Laying & termination - Pre-Commissioning activities - Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and environmental standards - Ensure adherence to IS/IEC/IEEE standards. - Ensure adherence to the statutory compliance - Resolve technical issues at site. **9. Team Leadership** - Lead cross-functional teams. - Drive performance and collaboration. - Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and accountability. **10. Reporting & Governance** - Publish weekly/monthly Project governance reports to leadership - Maintain documentation for audits and compliance **Key Deliverables:** - On-time project completion (schedule adherence) - Revenue and collection - Budget adherence / Cost savings achieved - Client satisfaction - Safety compliance - Accurate management dashboards and reporting - Reduced project risks and improved predictability - Improved contractor/vendor performance - **Qualifications:** - Experience (Years and Type)-:15-20 years in EPC / Infrastructure projects. Minimum 5+ years in Project Manager roles. - Educational Qualifications: Bachelors degree in engineering (Electrical / Civil mandatory)PMP / PRINCE2 certification (preferred) - Strong experience in EHV/HV (132kV, 220kV, 400kV & above) transmission projects. - Exposure to large-scale EPC project environments