Head - Projects - Construction Business

Qualifications: B Tech / B.E. Civil/Electrical/Mechanical

EXPERIENCE:

 - 15 + Years of proven experience in execution and project management of projects like transport hubs, warehouses and branch offices, commercial buildings etc

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Coordination between architects and contractors to keep the progress as per the given schedule

- Monitoring and execution of construction works within the project timelines.

- Deploy Automation tools and machinery delivering significant improvement to goods and cargo handling capacity and deliver significant benefits to customers in the transport industry.

- Will be responsible for full and semi-automation projects managing vendor selection and management, enhancements to Transport Management System (TMS),Warehouse Management System (WMS), subsequent systems integration and IT facilities.

- Responsible for contract administration, project planning, scheduling and cost control.

- Review and approve construction, purchase, installation and commissioning.

- Maintaining strict quality control procedures - regular testing of materials, visual inspections of work, conducting regular site safety checks etc.

- MIS reporting on project progress.

- Arranging day to day work program as per the schedule by discussing practical problem if any with the stakeholders and communicate the same to Management

- Coordinate with Purchase department for material indent or material required on priority

- Ensure minimum wastage at site

- Checking/forwarding contractors bills for payments

- Ensure safety measures are followed by site team and contractors

- Managing/Utilising team at site to their maximum potential

- Responsible for overall execution of projects being executed Organizing and managing all resources and field activities to achieve an efficient and economic completion of the contract within the agreed time and cost, whilst paying due regard to safety and meeting quality requirements.

- Keep control on supply chain so as to ensure efficient utilisation of all resources.

- Develop and nurture relationship with various Subcontractors / Vendors

- Obtain quotations from various Subcontractors / Vendors on item rate / lump sum turnkey basis for execution of projects

- Negotiate and finalise the contracts with various Subcontractors / Vendors

- Supervise overall construction works, including Project Planning, Execution & Monitoring to ensure completion of the project within stipulated time and cost budgets

- Supervise multiple projects concurrently across entire project cycle including execution, planning, design coordination, contract administration, and project scheduling & risk management.

- Willingness to travel to project sites at a short notice

KEY SKILLS:

- Ability to quickly analyze and act upon project demands.

- Knowledge of applicable laws and standards in construction (Labour laws / municipal regulations etc)

- Excellent administration & execution skills.

- Proficiency with project management tools - MS PROJECTS and PRIMAVERA