Head - Projects

Group Bayport; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Group Bayport is looking for a Head – Projects to lead and execute operational projects in Gandhinagar, India. The ideal candidate should have 12–18+ years in manufacturing operations, with at least 5–7 years in large-scale project leadership. Key responsibilities include managing project plans, budgets, and cross-functional coordination to ensure successful project completions. An engineering degree is required, and an MBA or PMP certification is preferred along with strong skills in project management methodologies.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead complete lifecycle of projects from concept to commissioning.
• Prepare detailed project charters, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
• Ensure on-time and within-budget project completion.

Skills

Project Management (MS Project / Primavera)

Plant Layout & Capacity Planning

Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma

Automation & Digital Systems Implementation

Cross-functional Leadership

Strong Execution Drive

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Stakeholder Communication

High Ownership & Accountability

Education

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

MBA / PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

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.

While our advanced technology and customer focus are certainly our salient attributes, our true strength comes from our team of 1800+ people. We are seeking exceptional talent across the board to join us in our exciting growth journey.

Company Resources

For more about Group Bayport, visit the following:

• Website: https://groupbayport.com/about-us/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/groupbayport/mycompany/

Designation: Head – Projects

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

1. 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).

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Capex & Budget Management

• Prepare and manage Capex proposals.
• Track project costs vs budget.
• Drive ROI-based investment decisions.
• Ensure financial discipline and cost optimization.
• Identify and onboard project vendors and technical partners.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with technical and safety standards.

6. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure statutory approvals and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct project risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• 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
• Project Management (MS Project / Primavera)
• Plant Layout & Capacity Planning
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
• Automation & Digital Systems Implementation
• Strategic Thinking
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Strong Execution Drive
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Stakeholder Communication
• High Ownership & Accountability

Behavioral Attributes

• Results-oriented with structured approach