Position Title
Construction Manager - Electrical (M1C)
Department
Project Execution / Construction
Reporting To
Project Manager / Site Head
Job Purpose
To lead and manage all electrical construction activities at project sites, ensuring safe, timely, and quality execution of electrical installations in accordance with project specifications, engineering standards, contractual requirements, and EHS regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Management
- Lead and supervise electrical construction activities for utility-scale renewable energy, power, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
- Ensure execution activities are completed as per approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
- Monitor construction progress and implement corrective actions to meet project milestones.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, quality, and commissioning teams.
Site Execution
- Manage installation of electrical systems including transformers, switchgear, substations, switchyard equipment, inverters, SCADA systems, cable laying, earthing, lighting, and associated electrical infrastructure.
- Ensure proper utilization of manpower, equipment, and resources.
- Review daily, weekly, and monthly work plans and progress reports.
Contractor & Vendor Management
- Supervise EPC contractors, subcontractors, and vendors at site.
- Monitor contractor performance and productivity.
- Verify measurements, work completion status, and contractor bills.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements.
Quality Management
- Ensure construction activities comply with approved quality plans, inspection procedures, and industry standards.
- Coordinate inspections and testing activities.
- Resolve site technical issues in consultation with engineering teams.
- Ensure timely closure of quality observations and non-conformities.
EHS Compliance
- Promote and enforce adherence to company EHS policies and procedures.
- Conduct safety reviews, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
- Ensure zero-compromise safety culture across site operations.
- Monitor compliance with statutory and client safety requirements.
Project Coordination
- Interface with clients, consultants, inspectors, and internal stakeholders.
- Participate in project review meetings and provide construction updates.
- Support planning and scheduling activities to achieve project objectives.
Commissioning Support
- Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
- Ensure readiness of electrical systems for testing and energization.
- Support punch point closure and project handover activities.
Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare progress reports, construction dashboards, and MIS reports.
- Maintain construction records, inspection reports, and technical documentation.
- Track project KPIs and highlight risks impacting project timelines.
Key Skills
- Electrical Construction Management
- Substation & Switchyard Installation
- Solar PV / Renewable Energy Projects
- HT & LT Systems
- Power Distribution Systems
- SCADA & Communication Systems
- Contractor Management
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- EHS Compliance
- Primavera / MS Project
- SAP / ERP Systems
- Budget & Cost Control
- Stakeholder Management
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Master's Degree in Power Systems or Project Management preferred.
Experience
- 12-18 years of relevant experience in electrical construction and project execution.
- Experience in Renewable Energy, Solar PV, Wind, Power Transmission, Substations, or EPC Projects preferred.
- Hands-on experience managing large-scale electrical construction activities at project sites.
Competencies
- Leadership & Team Management
- Construction Planning
- Decision Making
- Risk Management
- Problem Solving
- Communication & Coordination
- Quality Orientation
- Safety Leadership
- Commercial Awareness
- Result Orientation
