Head of Projects

Head of Projects & Expansion

About Amaha

At Amaha , we’ve made mental health our priority. Founded in 2016 by psychiatrist Dr. Amit Malik and joined in 2019 by social entrepreneur Neha Kirpal , Amaha (formerly InnerHour) is on a mission to build India’s most trusted and comprehensive mental health ecosystem.

We offer end-to-end treatment and care for a wide spectrum of conditions—anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, schizophrenia, and addictions. With a team of 200+ experts across therapy, psychiatry, technology, and business , we’ve delivered 220,000+ therapy and psychiatry sessions , and our award-winning Amaha app has supported 6 million+ people globally with 600+ self-care tools. Our peer-support community reaches 50,000+ members .

Through 120+ organizational partnerships , we’ve reached 700,000 employees and students , and in 2022, we strengthened our child and adolescent care offering by acquiring Children First , a pioneer in family-centered mental health.

We are now in a hyper-growth phase —scaling our clinic and hospital footprint across India. The Head of Projects & Expansion will play a pivotal role in building the infrastructure that powers this growth.

The Opportunity: Head of Projects & Expansion

This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of strategy and execution. You’ll be responsible for expanding Amaha’s physical footprint pan-India —from new OPD clinics to hospital expansions—delivering projects on time, on budget, and at the highest quality standards .

Your mandate: to design, plan, and execute the next wave of Amaha facilities across the country —including 2,000 to 5,000 sq. ft. premium OPD centers and 40-bed mental health hospitals and rehabilitation facilities —ensuring every space reflects our client-first ethos while supporting our 4x growth ambition in the next 18 months .

The role will be full-time and headquartered in Bangalore , with responsibility for projects across India.

If you’re excited by the challenge of scaling healthcare infrastructure in a mission-driven, fast-paced environment , this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Expansion Strategy

• Lead the network expansion roadmap , identifying new OPD center (2,000–5,000 sq. ft.) and hospital (40-bed mental health and rehab) locations in line with growth targets.
• Conduct feasibility studies, market assessments, and ROI analysis for new projects.
• Partner with leadership and city heads to align expansion plans with business priorities.

2. Project Delivery

• Own end-to-end delivery of new clinics and hospital expansions—design, procurement, vendor management, execution, and handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to Amaha’s quality standards .
• Implement standardized playbooks and processes to ensure repeatable, scalable project execution.

3. Design & Client Experience

• Work with architects and designers to create healing, client-centered spaces that balance functionality, compliance, and premium aesthetics.
• Ensure facilities reflect Amaha’s brand promise —safe, welcoming, and world-class.

4. Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Build and manage a strong network of contractors, architects, consultants, and vendors .
• Negotiate contracts and ensure vendor performance meets cost, quality, and timeline expectations .
• Liaise with regulators, landlords, and local authorities to ensure smooth project approvals and compliance.

5. Governance & Reporting

• Set up robust project tracking, reporting, and governance systems for leadership visibility.
• Continuously identify opportunities for cost optimization, efficiency, and innovation in project execution.

6. Handover to Operations

• Ensure every completed facility is fully operationally ready at the time of handover.
• Work closely with city business leads and operations teams to guarantee smooth transitions , with no gaps in compliance, infrastructure, or client experience.
• Create handover protocols, documentation, and support systems to enable teams to run new facilities seamlessly from day one.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves

• 8–12 years of experience in projects, infrastructure development, or expansion , preferably in healthcare, hospitality, or retail.
• Proven track record of delivering multi-site projects on time and within budget.
• Strong skills in project management, vendor management, and cost control .
• Ability to balance strategic planning and hands-on execution .
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Good-to-Haves

• Experience in healthcare facility design and compliance .
• Exposure to premium service environments (hospitality, wellness, or retail).
• Knowledge of NABH and healthcare regulatory requirements .

Why Join Us

• Play a pivotal role in scaling India’s leading mental health brand .
• Own the design and execution of new OPD centers (2,000–5,000 sq. ft.) and 40-bed hospitals/rehabs pan-India that will serve thousands of clients.
• Be part of a mission-driven leadership team shaping the future of healthcare.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with autonomy and accountability.
• Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives .