Project Manager

Job Title Substation Project Manager Department EPC - Transmission Substation Location Project Site Head Office Reports To Senior Management Role Overview We are hiring a Substation Project Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of high-voltage substation projects from planning and design coordination through construction testing commissioning and hand-over The role requires strong technical expertise in electrical systems excellent project-management acumen and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams vendors and stakeholders to deliver projects safely on time and within budget Key Responsibilities Lead overall project execution for substations 132 kV 220 kV and above covering civil mechanical and electrical scope Review and validate project designs drawings and technical specifications Develop detailed project schedules and resource plans monitor progress against milestones Coordinate with engineering procurement and construction teams to ensure seamless execution Oversee site activities civil works equipment erection cabling testing and commissioning Liaise with clients consultants and statutory authorities for technical reviews approvals and inspections Ensure adherence to technical standards IS IEC IEEE QA QC procedures and HSE norms Manage project budgets forecasts billing schedules and overall cost control Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines Lead and mentor site engineers supervisors and subcontractors to achieve performance targets Prepare progress reports project documentation and ensure timely close-out and hand-over Maintain strong communication with the client and consultants provide periodic progress updates attend review meetings and ensure timely resolution of issues Handle correspondence and official communication draft technical and commercial letters progress reports and compliance documentation in line with utility and PSU standards Obtain and coordinate statutory permissions including right-of-way land acquisition and clearances from forest environmental and local authorities as applicable Qualifications Experience Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred or equivalent discipline 8 - 15 years of experience in EPC project management with direct exposure to high-voltage substation projects 132 kV and above Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle from design and procurement coordination to commissioning Experience working with public utilities state or central PSUs and regulatory authorities is essential Strong understanding of substation equipment power transformers switchgear CT VTs busbars protection control grounding and auxiliary systems Proficiency in project-management tools MS Project Primavera Excellent knowledge of construction management cost control and contract administration Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and vendor relationships Familiarity with national grid codes utility standards and safety practices Skills Attributes Strong leadership interpersonal and decision-making skills Excellent written and verbal communication adept at formal correspondence Analytical mindset with attention to detail and quality High sense of accountability and ownership Ability to thrive under deadlines and manage multiple priorities simultaneously Key Performance Indicators KPIs Project completion within approved schedule and budget Zero major safety incidents Client satisfaction quality compliance score Cost variance vs baseline Timely hand-over and documentation closure Job Type Full-time Benefits Leave encashment Provident Fund Experience total work 1 year Preferred Work Location In person