About the job

Position Title: Construction Manager

Location: Project Site (Site Specific)

Reporting To: Head- Projects

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced Construction Manager to lead the on-site execution and commissioning of large-scale renewable energy assets (solar, wind, hybrid) Site Specific.

This role demands end-to-end ownership from detailed construction planning through to safe, high-quality commissioning ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and with zero tolerance for unsafe acts.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Mobilization

- Develop and maintain detailed Site Execution Plans, including work breakdown structures, resource schedules, and logistics strategies.

- Lead pre-construction surveys, risk assessments and readiness reviews to anticipate site constraints (access, terrain, weather, local permissions).

- Establish on-site construction office, Guest Houses, procure/allocate equipment, materials and staffing in collaboration with Procurement and HR.

Execution & Quality Management

- Direct all civil, mechanical, electrical and SCADA works, ensuring adherence to design specifications, contractual requirements and industry codes.

- Implement and enforce the Project Quality Assurance Plan (QAP); manage NCR tracking, corrective actions and continuous improvement.

- Oversee EPC contractor performance, certify progress invoices and validate as-built documentation for handover.

Commissioning & Handover

- Coordinate pre-commissioning, SAT and commissioning activities with vendors, grid operators (CTU/STU), and Owners Engineer to satisfy all technical and lender requirements.

- Coordination to secure Completion Certificates (CEIG, fire safety, environmental), bay energization approvals and final grid synchronization.

- Manage punch-list closure, prepare Operation & Maintenance handover packages and ensure knowledge transfer to O&M teams.

Health, Safety & Environment

- Champion a zero-tolerance safety culture, site audits, toolbox talks and incident investigations.

- Enforce compliance with corporate HSE standards, local labour laws and environmental regulations; maintain HSE registers and reporting dashboards.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Liaison

- Interface with local authorities, utilities, landowners and community representatives to secure site access, permits and clearances.

- Facilitate inspections by lenders technical advisors, statutory bodies and third-party auditors; address observations promptly.

Financial & Reporting Controls

- Monitor project budgets, track cost variances and implement mitigation measures; review subcontractor claims and change orders.

- Deliver weekly/monthly status updatescovering progress, forecasts, risks and mitigation plansto senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

Experience:

- 12+ years in construction management of large-scale renewable or power transmission projects in India.

- Proven track record delivering 100 MWp solar projects from ground-breaking to COD.

- Hands-on experience with EPC contracting models, quality systems and commissioning of 33/132/220 kV substations and transmission lines.

Technical Knowledge:

- In-depth understanding of project controls, construction methods, grid-code requirements and statutory approvals (CEIG, environmental, land).

- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6 and standard ERP modules for procurement and finance.

Core Competencies

- Leadership & Team Management: Inspire multi-disciplinary teams and contractors to perform under pressure with accountability.

- Safety Mindset: Demonstrated commitment to a safety first culture; adept at hazard identification and behaviour-based safety interventions.

- Quality Focus: Meticulous attention to detail with strong corrective-action discipline.

- Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to align internal teams, third-party vendors and regulators.

- Analytical Problem-Solving: Proactive risk-management approach with data-driven decision making.

- Adaptability & Resilience: Thrive in dynamic, remote environments and pivot swiftly in response to site challenges