Social infrastructure - Project Lead

Job description

Job ID: 41296 Date: 20 Jul 2026 Location: Jagiroad, AS, IN Department: Office of TSAT Assam Business: TSAT India The Social Infrastructure construction project Lead is responsible for leading strategic planning, design coordination, and end‑to‑end project execution for large‑scale residential/commercial developments. The role requires exceptional technical capability, strong construction execution experience, advanced software skills, risk & safety oversight, and the ability to present project updates to global leadership teams. This position demands a proactive leader who can manage multi‑disciplinary teams, coordinate with all stakeholders, and ensure projects are delivered **on time, within** budget, and at the highest quality & safety standards. **Key Responsibilities** ## **1. Strategic Planning & Project Control** - Develop project execution strategies, sequencing plans, and milestone-based schedules. - Forecast resource needs, prepare micro‑schedules, and track deviations. - Analyse construction productivity, risks, and constraints to optimize timelines. ## **2. Design & Technical Management** - Lead design coordination with architects, structural consultants, MEP teams, and global design partners. - Identify design gaps, review shop drawings, and drive timely design clarifications. - Ensure accurate interpretation and implementation of GFC drawings at site. ## **3. Execution & Site Leadership** - Oversee daily construction operations and ensure adherence to specification, quality, and timelines. - Guide engineers and contractors on construction methodology, technical solutions, and sequencing. - Monitor progress, conduct inspections, and ensure zero‑defect delivery. ## **4. Software & Digital Tools Expertise** - Use project management and design tools such as: - - MS Project / Primavera P6 - AutoCAD, Revit / BIM tools - Excel (advanced), PowerPoint, Power BI dashboards - Generate progress dashboards and digital reporting for leadership reviews. ## **5. Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Management** - Coordinate with internal teams (procurement, planning, quality, safety) and external partners (consultants, contractors, authorities). - Manage expectations of global leaders, clients, and senior management. - Ensure smooth communication, conflict resolution, and timely decision-making. ## **6. Risk Identification & Mitigation** - Identify project risks related to cost, safety, schedule, and design. - Develop mitigation strategies and conduct periodic risk reviews. - Implement corrective action plans and escalate high‑impact risks as needed. ## **7. Safety Leadership** - Enforce a strong safety culture with zero‑incident targets. - Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and compliance verification. - Ensure all construction activities adhere to local and international safety standards. ## **8. Presentation & Executive Communication** - Prepare and deliver high‑quality presentations to global leadership, clients, and senior stakeholders. - Present project status, risk dashboards, mitigation plans, and strategic proposals effectively. - Build confidence and credibility through clear, data-driven communication. **9. Team Leadership & Development** - Mentor site engineers, planning teams, and junior staff. - Delegate tasks effectively and ensure accountability. - Build a high-performance culture focused on quality, delivery, and safety. **Key Skills & Competencies** - Strong understanding of construction methodology and engineering principles - Strategic thinking and project planning capability - Advanced software proficiency (Primavera, MS Project, BIM, AutoCAD, Excel, Power BI) - Excellent presentation and communication skills - Strong leadership, decision-making, and team management - Expertise in risk management & safety compliance - Deep experience in design coordination and technical reviews - Ability to work with global leadership & multicultural teams **Qualifications & Experience** - Holds a BE in Civil Engineering, with a PMP (Project Management Professional) certification highly preferred. - 20+ years of experience delivering integrated townships, ideally within major corporate houses. - Directly collaborates with local architectural firms to finalize master plans, township layouts, and architectural blueprints. - Manages day-to-day architectural coordination to resolve engineering design conflicts and ensure seamless site execution. - Expertise in diverse contracting modes, including Turnkey, Design-Build (D&B), and separate item-rate trade packages. - Aligns with internal stakeholders across Finance, Legal, and Operations to sync construction milestones with corporate goals. - Ensures strict compliance with Assam building bylaws, zoning regulations, and local structural approval procedures. - Acts as a technical advisor to the SCM team during high-value international contractor negotiations and vetting. - Maintains comprehensive ownership of project budgets, driving value engineering, cost controls, and cash flow optimization. - Enforces world-class Quality and HSE protocols while deeply resonating with Tata Group's values and ethical governance. - Strong experience with dashboards, project controls, and digital tools