About Client: A leading German based EPC Company in Chennai

Mode of Employment : Full time / Permanent - Direct role with Client

Mode of Work : Work From Office | Mon - FRI

Work Location : Guindy, Chennai.

Key Responsibilities:

- Drive the strategic transformation from PMC services to integrated EPC delivery model, establishing new business lines and capabilities in Infrastructure and Data Centre sectors

- Oversee and manage day-to-day operations across all departments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives

- Coordinate with the executive team to implement business strategies and drive operational efficiency across all departments

- Manage client expectations and maintain strong relationships with Europe and Australia-based clients

- Leverage communication and public relations expertise to enhance company positioning and market presence

- Examine, re-engineer, and optimize existing operations and procedures; formulate policies and develop/implement new strategies to drive operational efficiency

- Establish operational rhythm including planning systems, dashboards, performance reviews, and decision-making frameworks across project, engineering, and administrative teams

- Implement project management best practices, tools, and performance metrics to improve delivery timelines, minimize risk, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

- Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies that align with the company's growth objectives and position company's Indian operations at the forefront of the industry

- Create and implement annual operating plans supporting the Board's strategic direction, correlating with operating budgets for short, medium, and long-term horizons

- Lead business development initiatives leveraging existing networks within EPC firms, particularly in Infrastructure and Data Centre domains

- Build and nurture teams spanning engineering, operations, procurement, and construction support functions

- Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation

Financial & Commercial Management

- Full P&L ownership and accountability for operational performance

- Financial planning, budgeting, and resource management; analyze and interpret financial data to drive decision-making

- Manage contracting, negotiating, and change management processes with clients and partners

- Optimize resource allocation and operational costs while scaling the organization

EPC Capability Development

- Architect and build integrated EPC capabilities from ground up, establishing procurement, construction management, and turnkey delivery functions

- Develop strategic partnerships with EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, and construction partners, particularly for Infrastructure and Data Centre projects

- Establish risk management frameworks and quality assurance systems aligned with EPC delivery requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Education

- Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Project Management, or Manufacturing

- MBA or equivalent advanced management qualification preferred

Experience

- Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in engineering, construction, or infrastructure sectors, with at least 8-10 years in senior leadership roles (COO, VP Operations, Business Unit Head, or equivalent)

Mandatory:

- Proven experience working in or with EPC firms, particularly on Infrastructure and/or Data Centre projects

- Demonstrated track record in medium to large-sized structural steel construction or engineering design environments

- Experience managing teams of 300+ professionals across multiple geographies and disciplines

- Strong background in PMC to EPC transformation or business model transitions

- International client management experience, preferably with European and Australian market

Core Competencies

- Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to translate vision into actionable operational roadmaps with measurable outcomes

- EPC Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of integrated project delivery, procurement strategies, construction management, and commissioning processes

- Business Development & Networking: Established relationships within Infrastructure and Data Centre EPC ecosystem

- Operational Excellence: Proven ability to drive performance improvement, process optimization, and business transformation

- Change Management: Experience leading organizational change and cultural transformation initiatives

- Financial Acumen: Strong P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation capabilities

- Leadership & People Development: Exceptional ability to motivate, develop, and retain high-performing engineering teams

What We Offer

- Opportunity to lead and shape the transformation of a 400-person organization

- Strategic role with direct reporting to CEO and Board involvement

- Platform to build EPC capabilities in high-growth Infrastructure and Data Centre sectors

- Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives

- Leadership role in a global organization serving marquee clients in developed markets

Location & Travel

Chennai, India (with travel requirements to client locations in Europe, Australia, and project sites)