Head of Construction Management

Job Description
At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented
Head of Construction Management
to join our dedicated team at our office located in
Vikhroli, Mumbai
.

This role combines strategic oversight, operational excellence, and stakeholder engagement to drive end-to-end delivery of high-quality, schedule-driven, and safe construction management projects. You will play a vital role in shaping India's construction management practices in line with IPS global standards while directly impacting client satisfaction and company profitability.

Position Responsibilities

Lead by Example

• Drive compliance with all construction policies, safety protocols, legal, and contractual obligations.

End-to-End Oversight

• Manage planning, subcontracting, estimating, and project safety per IPS's global best practices.
• Ensure robust logistics, coordination systems, and communication channels are implemented and actively maintained across all projects.
• Establish and oversee project organizational structures, ensuring they are appropriately resourced throughout each phase.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks through continuous schedule monitoring and cross-functional collaboration.
• Drive seamless integration between design and construction teams to support timely information flow and efficient project delivery.

Performance Tracking

• Monitor progress via SPI (Schedule Performance Index) and CPI (Cost Performance Index) using project dashboards.
• Generate and disseminate weekly progress reports for all projects, both internally and externally, to provide transparency and status visibility.

Financial Accountability

• Oversee commercial controls across projects and collaborate with Legal & Compliance teams.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintain effective cross-functional and external relationships while ensuring adherence to company policies and communicating any updates to the team.

Champion Safety Culture

• Foster a positive safety culture through regular meetings, clear communication, and regular audits
• Implement robust systems for monitoring and maintaining safety records
• Ensure SLT (Safety Leadership Team) and stakeholder meetings are scheduled and actively conducted across all projects.
• Establish a structured safety communication framework that includes weekly toolbox talks, safety moments, and bulletins, along with comprehensive safety statistics reporting aligned with project hours worked.
• Conduct regular safety audits and ensure findings are documented and tracked systematically.

Ensure Quality Excellence

• Lead by example in upholding the company's Quality Management System, Core Values, and continuous improvement in construction management.
• Develop, update, and communicate construction-related procedures, standards, and work instructions in alignment with Quality Assurance programs.
• Ensure team-wide compliance with the latest construction practices and proactively address and report any gaps in quality, safety, or personnel processes.

Sales Support

• Collaborate with Sales, Proposals, and PMO teams during the presales phase to integrate construction expertise and drive solution excellence.
• Industry Representation: Represent IPS in forums and associations to amplify our construction expertise.

People Leadership

• Oversee end-to-end staffing activities, including recruitment, site staff assignments, and forward load planning, in coordination with HR
• Conduct interviews, recommend hires or rejections, and assess current and future manpower needs, including subcontracting to qualified partners.
• Identify training needs, coordinate development plans with HR, and lead regular performance evaluations in line with company policies.
• Prepare man-month charts and cost estimates, collaborating with Proposals and Estimating teams on construction-related inputs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 25+ years of industry experience, including 10+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven expertise across sectors like Life Sciences, Data Centres, Chemical, F&B, FMCG, etc.
• Proficiency in Primavera, MS Project, and Power BI dashboard reporting cost management tools.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Visionary leadership with entrepreneurial spirit.
• High energy, passion for excellence, and a collaborative mindset.
• Innovative problem-solving approach.
• Strong ethical standards and respect-driven communication.
• Relationship builder with a drive for results.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with
video required
.

About Us
IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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