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Senior Project Manager - Solar Projects Execution

Posted 2 weeks ago
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Location: Head Office - Mumbai.

Function: Projects - Solar.

Experience: 15-22 years.

Reports To: Head - Solar Projects.

Role Summary:.

- We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Project Manager (Solar) to lead end-to-end execution of utility-scale solar power projects across India.

- This strategic role is based at Mumbai HO, with frequent travel to project sites during critical phases.

- The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in managing multi-megawatt solar projects from design and engineering to commissioning, including land coordination, EPC/vendor management, and site execution.

Key Responsibilities:.

Project Planning & Execution.

- Lead the complete lifecycle of solar project execution - from DPR, engineering coordination, procurement follow-ups, and site mobilization to COD.

- Develop and monitor project execution plans, ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and quality benchmarks.

- Coordinate with land, engineering, procurement, logistics, and construction teams for seamless implementation.

- Identify execution risks early, develop mitigation strategies, and drive timely resolution.

Site Coordination & Monitoring.

- Conduct frequent site visits to review civil, mechanical, and electrical works.

- Ensure module mounting, structure erection, DC cabling, inverter installation, and HT/LT evacuation systems are executed per standards.

- Address on-ground challenges such as land leveling, access roads, equipment offloading, and grid connectivity.

- Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards at all sites.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management.

- Manage EPC contractors, module/inverter suppliers, BOS (Balance of System) vendors, and transmission contractors.

- Ensure deliverables from vendors and contractors meet contractual, technical, and quality specifications.

- Drive performance of contractors and escalate bottlenecks proactively for resolution.

MIS & Reporting.

- Track and report project KPIs including physical progress, cost, manpower deployment, and resource utilization.

- Prepare dashboards and presentations for management and external stakeholders.

- Ensure timely documentation, compliance, and audit support.

Preferred Candidate Profile:.

- Education: B Tech Fulltime Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil).

- Experience: 18-22 years in project execution, with minimum 10+ years in utility-scale Solar energy.

- Proven track record in delivering large-scale solar projects (100+ MW) across multiple Indian states.

- Leadership experience in managing multi-site teams, EPC vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders.

- Willingness to travel extensively and stay at sites as per project needs.

- Knowledge of land acquisition, transmission approvals, and regulatory clearances is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

- Project Management (Time, Cost, Quality Control).

- Strong Technical Knowledge of Solar EPC (Modules, Inverters, BOS, Transmission).

- Stakeholder & Vendor Management.

- Problem-solving & Decision Making.

- Communication & Reporting Skills.

- Flexibility to operate in both HO and site environments.

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Job Views:  
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Job Code

1641723

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