WABAG - Manager - Engineering

Job Description:

About the job:

- The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and inspiring his or her team to achieve their performance metrics.

- Your role will involve strategizing, project management, part staff management.

- Your collaborative attitude and interpersonal skills will help you thrive as an Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities:

- We are looking for an experienced and strategic Engineering Managers from Water Sector.

- This role will be responsible for ensuring the cost-effective and timely delivery of detailed engineering solutions, managing engineering quality and productivity, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

- The Engineering Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, foster knowledge-sharing across disciplines, and uphold the highest standards of engineering excellence.

Locations : Chennai/ Noida/ Pune

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering Leadership & Delivery:

- Ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of engineering solutions by reviewing and approving engineering schedules and MIS reports.

- Oversee the resolution of complex engineering challenges, providing guidance and additional resources as needed.

- Ensure that the engineering process aligns with project timelines and delivers high-quality designs that meet specifications.

Engineering Quality & Process Improvement:

- Establish and enforce quality standards for design and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.

- Promote and implement risk and value engineering practices to achieve cost-effective designs.

- Lead the continuous improvement of engineering processes through standardization, automation, and knowledge sharing across disciplines.

Team Development & Motivation:

- Lead, motivate, and develop the engineering team, ensuring high performance, engagement, and retention.

- Establish measurable goals for team members and conduct performance reviews to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

- Identify training and development needs, providing mentoring and coaching to support career growth and skill enhancement.

Stakeholder Management & Cross-functional Collaboration:

- Collaborate with internal teams (projects, planning, procurement, QC, construction, etc.) to ensure seamless integration and timely execution of engineering tasks.

- Engage with external stakeholders such as clients, vendors, consultants, and contractors to ensure engineering requirements are met and issues are addressed.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Engineering degree (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or related fields).

- Minimum of 15 - 20 years of experience in engineering leadership roles, with a proven track record of managing large-scale engineering projects.

- Strong background in managing engineering teams, project schedules, and deliverables.

- Expertise in engineering design, quality control, and process improvement.

- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire teams.

Key Competencies:

- Strategic thinking with the ability to align engineering goals with business objectives.

- Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

- Ability to manage cross-functional teams and foster a culture of collaboration.

- High standards of integrity, teamwork, and dedication to excellence.