General Manager

Job Description General Manager (Solar)

Role Overview

MEIL is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to head its Solar Projects vertical as General Manager Solar. The incumbent will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale solar projects, build and manage project teams in remote locations, and ensure the preparation of competitive solar proposals. The role demands demonstrated expertise in high-capacity solar plant execution and participation in both public and private sector tenders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Execution & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end EPC execution of solar projects across multiple sites.
• Manage project phases from inception to commissioning, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Conduct site evaluations, feasibility studies, and risk assessments to support project planning and decision-making.
• Oversee civil, structural, and electrical construction activities for solar PV plants.

2. Team Management & Deployment

• Build and lead skilled project teams, including supervisors, technicians, and labor forces.
• Ensure effective deployment and management of manpower in remote and challenging locations.
• Drive strong site management practices with a focus on safety, compliance, and productivity.

3. Costing, Proposals & Tendering

• Prepare detailed project costing and competitive proposals in line with market trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on pricing strategy and bid preparation.
• Lead technical documentation and submissions for public and private tenders.

4. Procurement & Resource Management

• Coordinate with the Procurement team for timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Monitor project resources, track progress, and highlight risks with mitigation strategies.

5. Stakeholder & Client Management

• Serve as the key point of contact for clients, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Report project progress, risks, and opportunities to the Vice President Electrical SBU.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering projects that meet technical, financial, and operational expectations.

6. Market & Industry Awareness

• Stay updated on global developments in the solar PV sector, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Recommend innovative solutions to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency.

Key Requirements

• Total Experience: 1518 years, including 58 years in Solar projects at Deputy General Manager (DGM) level or equivalent senior role.
• Proven track record of executing minimum 50 MW cumulative capacity of solar plants across multiple projects within the last 5 years.
• Strong ability to deploy and manage teams in remote project locations.
• Expertise in solar project costing, budgeting, and proposal preparation.
• Hands-on experience in tendering for public and private projects.
• Excellent leadership, planning, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Engineering degree in Electrical / Mechanical / Renewable Energy; MBA is an added advantage.

About Manipal Energy & Infratech Limited

Manipal Energy & Infratech Ltd (MEIL), headquartered in Manipal, Karnataka, was established in 2011 under the prestigious banner of The Manipal Group. Today, MEIL stands as a leading EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company, delivering end-to-end solutions across diverse sectors including power utilities, industrial facilities, petrochemicals, railways, solar energy, and infrastructure projects.

With a focus on excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth, MEIL has achieved an impressive CAGR of 66% in the last three years and is now strengthening its Solar SBU. The company currently has a 10 MW solar project under execution, has participated in 350 MW of tenders, and is targeting a strong order book in the next 2–3 years.