Head – Projects

SupportFinity™; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

SupportFinity™ seeks a seasoned Head – Projects to lead end-to-end operational projects, including plant infrastructure development, new product manufacturing setup, process expansion, automation initiatives and strategic transformation. You will ensure on-time delivery within budget, and alignment with business goals across functions.

The role requires 12–18+ years in manufacturing with 5–7+ years guiding large-scale projects; MBA/PMP is preferred.

Qualifications

• 12–18+ years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 5–7 years in leading large-scale operational or infrastructure projects.
• MBA or PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead lifecycle of projects from concept to commissioning.
• Prepare detailed charters, timelines, budgets, and risk plans.
• Ensure milestone tracking and timely completion.
• Drive cross-functional coordination (Production, SCM, Quality, HR, Finance, EHS).
• Lead plant expansion, new line setup, and civil/infrastructure development.
• Oversee capex proposals, cost tracking, and ROI-based decisions.

Skills

Project Mgmt

Lean / Six Sigma

Vendor Negotiation

Risk Management

Automation & Digital

Cross-functional Leadership

Capex Planning

Financial Evaluation

Plant Layout

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Textile / Equivalent)

MBA

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About Company

Group Bayport is a rapidly growing global e-Commerce, B2B2C, B2B and B2C organization and an industry leader in print technology, operates in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK, and India through its family of brands – Banner Buzz, Covers & All, Vivyx Printing, Circle One, Giant Media, Neon Earth, Optamark and North cape. From full suites of trade show and small business marketing solutions to sophisticated outdoor living covers, signages and shades to eclectic personal accents and home decor, we help our customers, clients, and partners to make a personalized statement through ,customization.

Website: https://groupbayport.com/about-us/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/groupbayport/mycompany/

Designation: Head – Projects

Location: Gandhinagar

About The Role

The Project Head will lead and execute end-to-end operational projects including plant infrastructure development, new product manufacturing setup, process expansion, automation initiatives, and strategic transformation projects. This role is responsible for delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting defined quality and performance standards while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution
  • Lead complete lifecycle of projects from concept to commissioning.
  • Prepare detailed project charters, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
  • Ensure milestone tracking and timely completion.
  • Drive cross-functional coordination (Production, SCM, Quality, HR, Finance, EHS).
• Infrastructure Development
  • Lead plant expansion, new line setup, and civil/infrastructure development.
  • Plan utilities (power, compressed air, HVAC, water, ETP/STP, etc.).
  • Ensure optimal space utilization and layout planning.
  • Coordinate with contractors, architects, consultants, and government bodies.
• New Product Manufacturing Setup
  • Lead new product industrialization projects.
  • Plan machinery selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
  • Develop process flow, line balancing, and capacity planning.
  • Ensure readiness for pilot runs and commercial production.
• Capex & Budget Management
  • Prepare and manage Capex proposals.
  • Track project costs vs budget.
  • Drive ROI-based investment decisions.
  • Ensure financial discipline and cost optimization.
• Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Identify and onboard project vendors and technical partners.
  • Negotiate contracts and monitor deliverables.
  • Ensure compliance with technical and safety standards.
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure statutory approvals and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct project risk assessment and mitigation planning.
  • Maintain EHS standards during execution.

Key Deliverables

• On-time and within-budget project completion.
• Successful commissioning of new infrastructure and manufacturing lines.
• Achieving defined capacity, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Zero major safety incidents during project execution.
• ROI realization as per approved business case.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Textile / Equivalent)
• MBA / PMP certification preferred
• 12–18+ years of experience in manufacturing operations
• Minimum 5–7 years in leading large-scale operational or infrastructure projects
• Strong exposure to plant setup or expansion projects

Technical Competencies

• Project Management (MS Project / Primavera)
• Plant Layout & Capacity Planning
• Capex Planning & Financial Evaluation
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
• Vendor Negotiation & Contract Management
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Automation & Digital Systems Implementation

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Strong Execution Drive
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Stakeholder Communication
• High Ownership & Accountability

Behavioral Attributes

• Results-oriented with structured approach
• Strong analytical mindset
• High resilience under pressure
• Collaborative and team-driven
• Ethical and compliance-focused