Head Projects Data Centre

Paark Business Consultants; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Paark Business Consultants is seeking a HEAD Projects to lead delivery of large-scale mission-critical infrastructure projects across India. The role requires steering projects from concept through commissioning with emphasis on safety, quality, commercial performance, and stakeholder management.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in managing complex programs, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-value projects within tight timelines while maintaining operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil engineering or related field.
• MBA, NICMAR, PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent PM certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead lifecycle of mission-critical infrastructure projects from design to client handover.
• Develop execution strategies to accelerate delivery while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance.
• Drive governance, reporting and performance across multiple sites.
• Establish standard PM frameworks and execution protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Programme management

Stakeholder management

MEP engineering

Data centers

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil

MBA / PMP / PRINCE2 preferred

Tools

Project controls software

Job description

Industry: Digital Infrastructure / Mission-Critical Facilities / Data Center Development

Role Summary

We are seeking an accomplished HEAD Projects to lead the delivery of large-scale mission-critical infrastructure projects across India. The role will be responsible for driving project execution from concept through commissioning, ensuring world-class standards in engineering, construction, safety, quality, commercial performance, and stakeholder management.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in managing complex infrastructure programs, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-value projects within stringent timelines while maintaining operational excellence and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery Leadership

• Lead the complete lifecycle of mission-critical infrastructure projects, including design coordination, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and client handover.
• Develop execution strategies that accelerate project delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive consistent project governance, reporting, and performance monitoring across multiple concurrent sites.
• Establish standardized project management frameworks and execution protocols across the organization.

Engineering & Technical Excellence

• Oversee integration of critical electrical, mechanical, and utility systems required for high-availability facilities.
• Ensure seamless coordination between design consultants, engineering teams, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Guide the adoption of advanced technologies and innovative infrastructure solutions to enhance facility performance and efficiency.
• Review technical designs and execution methodologies to ensure reliability, scalability, and operational resilience.

Commercial & Financial Management

• Own overall financial performance of the project portfolio, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and profitability.
• Monitor project costs, resource utilization, and productivity metrics to maximize commercial outcomes.
• Lead contract administration, change management, claims evaluation, and commercial negotiations.
• Implement proactive risk management strategies to protect project margins and delivery commitments.

Supply Chain & Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers, technology partners, consultants, and contractors.
• Drive procurement planning for long-lead equipment and critical infrastructure packages.
• Collaborate with clients, investors, regulatory bodies, and internal leadership teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Facilitate timely approvals, statutory clearances, and utility coordination required for project execution.

Quality, Safety & Commissioning

• Champion a strong culture of safety, quality, and operational discipline across all project locations.
• Ensure adherence to national and international standards governing mission-critical infrastructure.
• Lead testing, commissioning, performance validation, and final acceptance activities.
• Establish robust quality assurance and quality control processes throughout the project lifecycle.

Candidate Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Advanced qualifications such as MBA, NICMAR, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certifications will be preferred.

Experience

• 22+ years of experience in engineering, infrastructure development, construction, or EPC project execution.
• Proven leadership experience managing large and complex projects with significant MEP and critical infrastructure components.
• Prior exposure to Data Centers, mission-critical facilities, semiconductor plants, advanced manufacturing facilities, or similar high-reliability environments.
• Experience working with global clients, international consultants, multinational contractors, or cross-border project ecosystems is highly desirable.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong capability to lead large cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional planning, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk, resolve project challenges, and drive execution excellence.
• Commercially astute leader with a strong focus on delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and business growth.
• Results-oriented professional capable of managing multiple high-value projects in a fast-paced environment.

Success Measures

• On-time project delivery across all assigned programs.
• Achievement of cost, quality, and safety targets.
• Successful commissioning and client acceptance of facilities.
• Improved project profitability and resource efficiency.
• Development of scalable project execution practices supporting organizational growth.