General Manager - Project Execution - LV Equipment

Schneider Electric; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation, a unit of Schneider Electric India, seeks a senior project leader to drive cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement and site services for E-House and substations. You will oversee tendering, planning, and execution, aligning with revenue targets and safety standards.

The role involves close client interaction, supplier management and ensuring timely delivery of complex electrical packages in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical systems and products.
• Experience in tendering and cost estimation for large projects.
• Strong coordination with procurement, execution and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead project solutions team across engineering, procurement and site activities.
• Tendering and bid support for domestic and export projects.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor prefabricated substations and related packages.
• Manage procurement of transformers, switchgear and related items.
• Ensure safety standards and alignment with company objectives.

Skills

Project Management

Tendering

Cost estimation

Procurement and supply chain

Site services

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Job description

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.)

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments including buildings, infrastructure, utilities, healthcare, commercial real estate, data centers, industries, and renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Project solutions team having various functions like Engineering, project management, procurement and site activities.
• Tendering and bid support to domestic and export project to achieve order inflow.
• Complete execution of E-house projects and site service to achieve sales.
• Procurement of various systems and margin improvement.
• Handle and manage internal and external stockholders
• Focus on team’s learnings, growth, motivations, appreciations and clear responsibilities.
• SME for E-House projects.
• Lead cross-functional team of Tendering, Estimations, Procurement and Executions of Prefabricated (E-House) projects, Substation packages, Bus bar Trunking projects and Site ETC.
• Tendering and estimation of Pre-fabricated substations and other electrical package projects
• Techno-commercial bid evaluation through CPP process
• Spearhead the project planning, scheduling, co-ordination, monitoring, control & ensuring alignment with organization's objectives
• Actively involved in resolving project site issues and challenges and ensuring project progress
• Forecast and implement revenue plans to achieve financial targets and support the company's growth objectives
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential project challenges
• Technical knowledge of Electrical distribution systems, fabrication & structural steel, Fire alarm & detection, fire suppression systems, Air conditioning system, Earthing and Lightning systems, CCTV and Door access system.
• Engage with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication of project goals, timelines, and expectations
• Facilitate regular meetings and reviews with stakeholders to provide updates and review progress.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization of resources
• Promote safety culture in the project team through regular drills and training, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Sourcing and new vendor development
• Procurement of bought out items such as Transformers, Variable speed drives, Bus ducts, cables, DC Chargers, AC UPS, Battery banks, Distribution Boards, Air conditioning systems, ETC services and etc
• Conducting presentations and seminars with various clients

Industry and Function

Oil & Gas, Utility – Power distribution, Industries, Ports, Renewable & Data centres.

Team building and management, Tendering and cost estimation, Procurement and supply chain and site services.

Business Experience

Project management, Tendering and Bid management, Procurement & Supply chain, Site services, Vendor management,

Critical Knowledge

Knowledge of electrical systems and products.

Knowledge of prefabricated substations and associated systems.

Market and Environment

Understand customer needs and offer optimum solution to fulfil.

Track new technology and be cost competitive.

Internal Knowledge

Role and team goal alignment into company’s strategies.

Work organization and resource allocations.

Tailored coaching.

Technical and Professional

Project Management

Tendering and cost estimation

Procurement and supply chain.

Site services

MS Project, Primavera, Autocad.

Awareness to contract terms and conditions and INCO terms

Awareness to Indian and Internal Standards.

• Internal: Engineering team, Execution (CMG), Finance, Logistics, HR, Sales and Segment team.
• External: End users, EPCs, PMC, Vendors, Suppliers, Engineering consultants.

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150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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