Lucy Electric - Project Manager - Low Voltage/Medium Voltage Switchgear

Location : Nashik, Maharashtra

Experience : 6-8 Years

Job Purpose

The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear projects, ensuring timely delivery, technical compliance, cost control, and customer satisfaction. The role requires strong project leadership, techno-commercial acumen, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.

Job Context

We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Project Manager with experience in project management within the switchgear industry. The incumbent will lead project execution, logistics, and coordination teams while driving operational excellence and consistently delivering project targets through proactive planning and execution.

Preferred Domain Experience

- Low Voltage (LV) Switchgear

- Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear

- Ring Main Units (RMU)

- Remote Terminal Units (RTU)

- Electrical equipment manufacturing and project execution

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

- Manage the complete lifecycle of LV & MV switchgear projects from order handover to final dispatch and closure.

- Prepare detailed project schedules, execution plans, and resource allocation strategies.

- Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to timelines, specifications, and quality standards.

- Manage project risks, dependencies, escalations, and ensure timely project delivery.

Technical Management

- Possess strong knowledge of LV and MV switchgear systems, including design, testing, and applications.

- Interpret customer specifications, engineering drawings, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).

- Coordinate with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and ensure successful project execution.

Techno-Commercial Management

- Manage project costing, budgeting, and margin control.

- Monitor project costs against budgets and optimize resource utilization.

- Manage variation orders, claims, and commercial negotiations where applicable.

- Ensure project profitability while maintaining contractual and commercial compliance.

ERP & Systems Management

- Hands-on experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Preferred), or equivalent

systems.

- Track project status, material planning, procurement activities, and invoicing through ERP systems.

- Maintain accurate project reporting, documentation, and data integrity.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

- Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.

- Communicate project progress, risks, and deliverables effectively.

- Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

- Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Procurement, Finance, Logistics, and Sales teams to ensure

seamless project execution.

Inspection & Quality Management

- Plan and manage customer and third-party inspections.

- Ensure readiness for Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and associated documentation.

- Address inspection observations and ensure compliance with quality and customer requirements.

Leadership & People Management

- Lead and manage project execution, logistics, and coordination teams.

- Drive accountability, ownership, and performance across cross-functional teams.

- Mentor and develop team members through coaching and guidance.

- Ensure effective resource allocation and manpower utilization.

- Foster a collaborative, high-performance, and customer-centric work environment.

- Resolve conflicts, remove execution bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Risk & Issue Management

- Identify project risks proactively and develop mitigation plans.

- Monitor project deviations and implement corrective actions.

- Ensure timely resolution of project issues and minimize delivery disruptions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- On-time project delivery

- Budget adherence and margin achievement

- Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI)

- Inspection and FAT success rate

- ERP and reporting accuracy

- Resource utilization and team productivity

- Project closure cycle time

Required Skills & Competencies:

Technical Skills

- Strong technical knowledge of LV & MV switchgear systems.

- Knowledge of RMU and RTU products.

- Understanding of switchgear assembly and manufacturing processes.

- Production planning and control expertise.

- Inspection and quality compliance knowledge.

- Logistics and supply chain understanding.

Functional & Managerial Skills

- Strong techno-commercial understanding of project execution and profitability management.

- ERP proficiency, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.

- Excellent customer handling and communication skills.

- Strong stakeholder management and negotiation capabilities.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Proven leadership and people management capabilities.

- Ability to manage cross-functional teams and multiple priorities simultaneously.

- Experience driving process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.

- Experience conducting Daily Gemba Meetings and aligning sales and production activities.

- Ability to analyze project planning, forecasting, budgets, and sales data to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

- Minimum 6+ years of experience in the Switchgear industry and Project Management.

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering.

- Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

- Strong organizational and execution capabilities with a high degree of ownership and result orientation.
- Ability to work independently, thrive in uncertain environments, and make sound business decisions under pressure.

Behavioral Competencies

- Strong leadership presence and execution orientation.

- Ability to manage complexity and deliver results within agreed timelines.

- Self-driven, proactive, and highly organized.

- High level of integrity, accountability, and ownership.

- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong collaboration, influencing, and relationship management skills.

- Continuous learning mindset with the ability to lead teams through change and drive performance excellence.