Electropneumatics & Hydraulics - Project Manager - Defense Projects

Company Description:

- Electro Pneumatics And Hydraulics (India) Pvt Ltd (EPHL) located in Chakan, Pune is a renowned name in the metal forming industry in India and abroad for more than 52 years.

- EPHL is known for indigenously developing various products and technologies in-house through our R&D efforts.

- The company has multiple business verticals, including Machine Manufacturing Division, Component Manufacturing Division, Drives and Controls Division, Strategic Project Division, and Fluid Power Division.

- Each division leverages its expertise to offer innovative and cost-effective solutions to a diverse range of industries, including naval, defense, and allied applications.

Key Responsibilities:

On time completion of the projects:.

- Lead execution of varied, defence related projects from initial plan, technical review to final delivery and site work completion.

- Develop & deliver a project management program encompassing all the details of entire project life cycle.

- Set project execution goals, plan execution strategy and guide team to achieve them.

- Resolve operational constraints and technical issues with internal as well as customer teams.

-Ensure overall completion of project in time and within budget.

Inter department and Client Coordination:

- Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure customer satisfaction.

- Support integration activities, manufacturing timelines, and stage inspections with defence clients.

- Resolve client concerns and issues proactively.

- Looking after Commercials & Payments.

- Drive timely submission of bills and follow up for payment clearance.

- Negotiate effectively to ensure cost efficiency without compromising on quality.

Tender and contract management:.

- Manage tender and contract management team.

- Float the enquiries and obtain the quotation.

- Verifying the tender documents before finalisation of the contract.

- Cost Estimate for New tenders related to DRDO.

Cost reduction and improvements for entire plant:.

- Active involvement in finalisation of any capital equipment / assets.

- Negotiation and finalisation of all major purchases.

- Finalisation of rate-contract for Purchases.

- Cost reduction in Project execution.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Minimum 20 years in Project management in Defence sector.

- Established connections in DRDO (mandatory).

- Should have strong technical knowledge of Defence products.

- Strong negotiation and networking skills.

- In-depth understanding of defence procurement procedures and vendor registration processes.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership abilities.

- Mindset: Strategic thinker, result-driven, and hands-on leader with ability to deliver under tight timelines.