Project Head – Design, Procurement, Construction

Experience Required: 15+ years managing large-scale institutional or educational infrastructure projects with proven expertise in project management, construction management, vendor management, MEP coordination, and school infrastructure delivery.

Job Summary: We seek a seasoned Project Head to lead a premium school campus built to international standards. The role covers concept design, statutory approvals, procurement, construction, fit-outs, commissioning, and handover. The successful candidate will deliver projects on time and on budget while ensuring regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and high-quality execution. The role requires strong project management and construction management capabilities, experience in vendor management and MEP coordination, and a deep understanding of school infrastructure requirements.

Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning & Design Coordination

• Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, interior, and landscape teams and integrate design inputs into the project plan; ensure effective MEP coordination across disciplines.
• Secure statutory approvals and NOCs from relevant authorities.
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk registers; conduct regular site reviews to confirm design intent and workmanship and apply strong project management practices throughout.
• Ensure design and delivery align with school infrastructure standards and education-specific requirements.

2. Procurement & Contracting

• Lead consultant/contractor selection, manage tendering, and negotiate contracts to optimize cost and delivery; apply vendor management best practices to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Act as the single point of contact across management, designers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment and timely decisions.

3. Project Execution & Construction Management

• Oversee civil works, MEP installations, fit-outs, and finishes; resolve technical and coordination issues promptly through effective construction management processes.
• Monitor workmanship, safety, and compliance with specifications and standards; implement quality control and commissioning plans tailored to school infrastructure.

4. Budget & Cost Management

• Prepare and control project budgets and cash flows, track expenditures, and implement cost-saving measures without compromising core quality.

5. Stakeholder & Regulatory Liaison

• Coordinate with statutory bodies (e.g., AAI, BESCOM, BSNL, Fire, Education Department) and provide concise progress updates to stakeholders and school leadership.
• Manage expectations of internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication on construction milestones and school-specific operational requirements.

6. Commissioning & Handover

• Ensure completion of documentation and certifications, manage punch lists and the defect liability period, and coordinate a smooth transition to the operations team; ensure MEP systems are commissioned and handed over with full validation for school operations.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Must-haves)

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture.
• 15+ years' experience delivering large institutional or educational campuses end-to-end.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management, construction management, vendor management, MEP coordination, and delivery of school infrastructure projects.
• Strong project planning, procurement, construction management, and handover experience.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, green building standards, and education-specific requirements.
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, and project documentation tools.
• Proven leadership in managing budgets, schedules, and multi-disciplinary teams; strong communicator.
• Experience obtaining statutory approvals and liaising with government authorities.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-haves)

• Postgraduate qualification or certification in Project/Construction Management (e.g., PMP).
• Experience developing CBSE/ICSE/IGCSE-compliant campuses and specialist facilities (auditoriums, sports, smart classrooms).
• Familiarity with green building certification (IGBC, GRIHA, LEED) and long-term vendor relationship management.

How to Apply

Please submit the following by email or via the company careers portal using the subject line: "Application – Project Head, School Campus – [Your Full Name]".

• Required: CV/Resume, one-page cover letter outlining relevant experience, and a project portfolio (PDF, up to 10 MB) with two professional referees.
• Optional: Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP), examples of schedules/budgets, and key statutory approvals from past projects.
• File format: PDFs where possible. Suggested file names: "", "".
• Closing date: [Insert Closing Date — e.g., 30 September 2025]. Replace this placeholder before publishing.
• Selection timeline: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the closing date. Indicate your notice period and earliest start date in the cover letter.
• Queries: Contact [Insert contact email or phone number].

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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