Construction Manager

Amara Raja Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Amara Raja Group in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Project Leader to drive end-to-end data centre construction, covering civil, structural, MEP and utilities, while ensuring safety, quality and budget adherence.

The role requires 15–20 years in large-scale infrastructure projects, EPC/turnkey expertise, and strong leadership to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage schedules, contracts, and vendor interfaces.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of experience in execution of large-scale infra or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience with EPC / turnkey execution is a strong advantage.
• B.E./B.Tech in Civil is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction execution of the Data Centre (Planning, Core & Shell, MEP etc).
• Ensure execution as per approved drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary activities (civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation).
• Drive adherence to EHS and quality standards at site.
• Ensure availability and effective utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Collaborate with the planning team to develop and track detailed project schedules (Primavera / MSP).
• Review progress against baselines and initiate corrective actions for delays.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Civil

M.Tech / MBA (Project Management)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Purpose:

To lead and manage the complete execution of Data Centre construction projectsincluding civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and utility packages-ensuring timely completion, adherence to safety, quality, and budget, and alignment with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Execution & Management

• Lead the construction execution of the Data Centre (Planning, Core & Shell, MEP etc).
• Ensure execution as per approved drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary activities (civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation).
• Drive adherence to EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) and quality standards at site.
• Ensure availability and effective utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.

2. Planning & Progress Monitoring

• Collaborate with the planning team to develop and track detailed project schedules (Primavera / MSP).
• Review progress periodically against baseline schedules and initiate corrective actions for delays.
• Monitor and control daily, weekly, and monthly progress.
• Review S-curves, productivity reports, and resource utilization charts.

3. Contract & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to ensure seamless execution.
• Review and certify subcontractor bills and progress claims.
• Manage contractual obligations, variations, and change orders in coordination with the contracts team.

4. Coordination & Communication

• Serve as the single point of contact between client, consultants, and internal project teams.
• Participate in project review meetings with top management and clients.
• Ensure smooth coordination between engineering, procurement, and site execution functions.

5. Quality & Safety Management

• Enforce strict compliance with quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) standards.
• Ensure all safety procedures and statutory compliances are implemented on site.
• Drive zero-incident safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.

6. Budget & Cost Control

• Monitor project costs, productivity, and resource efficiency.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or timelines.
• Support finance and cost control teams in budget forecasting and cash flow management.

7. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, supervisors, and contractors.
• Coach and mentor junior team members for performance and skill development.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and performance-driven culture.

Key Deliverables:

• On-time and within-budget completion of assigned packages / project phase.
• Compliance with quality, safety, and statutory standards.
• Updated progress reports and dashboards.
• Subcontractor and vendor performance reports.
• Handing over of completed facilities to commissioning teams.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Civil (Mandatory).
• M.Tech / MBA (Project Management) preferred.

Experience:

• 15-20 years of experience in execution of large-scale infra or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience with EPC / turnkey execution will be a strong advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, equipment, and industrial safety standards.
• Familiar with EPC project lifecycle and inter-discipline coordination.
• Proficiency in MS Project / Primavera and other project monitoring tools.
• Understanding of contract management, QA/QC, and project documentation.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making ability.
• High level of accountability and result orientation.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic project environment.