About the company:

The company is India's largest player in the landscaping and softscaping sector, with an annual turnover of INR 250 Cr and a 40% YoY growth rate. Clients include airports, large corporate offices, residential localities, and universities across prestigious private sector companies.

Role Purpose:

The CEO will be responsible for driving the overall business, including operations, project execution, strategic growth, and profitability. The incumbent will lead large-scale landscape, horticulture, and green infrastructure projects while ensuring operational excellence, client satisfaction, and sustainable business expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business Strategy & Growth:

- Partner with promoters to define and execute long-term business strategy.

- Identify new business opportunities across commercial real estate, industrial parks, airports, hospitality, and infrastructure.

- Expand into new geographies and service offerings.

- Develop strategic partnerships with developers, architects, and government agencies.

2. Operations & Project Delivery:

- Lead end-to-end execution of landscape, horticulture, irrigation, and EPC projects.

- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

- Establish operational excellence through SOPs and project governance.

3. Financial Leadership & P&L Management:

- Own the overall business P&L and drive sustainable profitability.

- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

- Improve gross margins through commercial management and cost optimization.

4. Business Development & Client Management:

- Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders including developers and government agencies.

- Support business development through strategic negotiations and bid reviews.

- Serve as the executive escalation point for key clients.

5. Project Commercials & Contracts:

- Oversee project commercial management, tender reviews, and contract negotiations.

- Ensure effective risk identification and mitigation.

6. Leadership & Organizational Development:

- Lead and mentor senior leadership across Operations, Projects, Finance, and HR.

- Build a culture of ownership, innovation, and operational excellence.

7. Operational Governance & Compliance:

- Establish robust governance frameworks and ensure compliance with statutory and safety standards.

8. Performance Management & Reporting:

- Departments such as projects, finance, supply chain, and HR will report into this role.

- The CEO will report directly to the Managing Director.

Desired Candidate Profile:

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or related discipline; MBA/Postgraduate preferred.

Experience:

- 20-30 years of leadership experience in Landscape EPC, Infrastructure, Construction, or allied industries.

- Proven track record of owning P&L and managing multi-location operations.

Success Metrics (First 12 Months):

- Improve project delivery performance and profitability.

- Strengthen client retention and build a scalable operational structure.

- Develop a high-performing leadership team.