Lead PHE Engineer

Larsen & Toubro; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in Chennai seeks a Design Lead PHE to guide the design team and oversee design activities for PHE works, including design development, client coordination, and review of tender and operating project deliverables.

The role requires expertise in data center facilities in India and abroad, cross‑functional coordination with HVAC, Electrical, ELV, FPS, Architecture and Civil teams, and strong knowledge of NBC 2016, CPHEEO, IGBC/LEED for sustainable design.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in design and implementation of public health engineering systems.
• Expertise in designing systems for Datacenter facilities.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, EPANET, Water & SewerGems, etc.

Responsibilities

• Guide the design team and oversee design activities for PHE works.
• Coordinate design development, client liaison, and review of tender and operating project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with NBC 2016, CPHEEO, and local water regulations.
• Collaborate with HVAC, Electrical, ELV, FPS, Architecture and Civil teams.

Skills

Water management

Wastewater treatment

Datacenter design

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Sustainability knowledge

Water distribution systems

Problem solving

Public health engineering

Education

Bachelor/Master in Civil/Public Health Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

EPANET

Water & SewerGems

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Design Lead PHE will be responsible for guiding the design team and overseeing the design activities of PHE works. The role will include multiple tasks but not limited to design development, client coordination, review of design deliverables for tender and operating projects. This role will involve coordinating the design process, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards, and collaborating with various teams to ensure optimal execution. He /she should have expertise in various types of Data Centers projects in India/Abroad.

Desired Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the design and implementation of public health engineering systems, covering areas such as water management, distribution, water and wastewater treatment, Solid waste management as well as roof and stormwater drainage systems.
• Expertise in designing systems for Datacenter facilities.
• Proficiency in using relevant design software for water and wastewater systems (e.g.,Civil 3D, Epanet, Water & sewer gems, etc.,).
• Solid understanding of International Codes, National NBC 2016, CPHEEO Manual, and local public health regulations and standards related to water, sanitation, and wastewater.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and green technologies in water management systems.
• Knowledge of green building certifications such as IGBC, GRIHA, and USGBC LEED.
• Ability to manage interdisciplinary coordination between other engineering systems (HVAC, Electrical, ELV, FPS, Architecture and Civil).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience in designing systems beyond standard codes for specialized applications.
• Basic working knowledge on AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks

Responsibilities/Capabilities – General

• Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and written skills, with the ability to effectively lead and work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to learn and innovate, fostering a culture of improvement within the team.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in technical documentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations with discipline and professionalism.
• Support the successful delivery of high-quality projects on time and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards in all work practices.
• Provide regular updates to the line manager regarding project status, risks, and concerns.
• Contribute to the organization's sustainability goals and strategies.

Ensure adherence to Quality Management Systems (QMS) and project lifecycle requirements

Key Competencies/Skills

• Strong technical capability in water management, distribution, and wastewater treatment systems.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Commercial acumen and adaptability to changes in project scope or requirements.
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide the team towards achieving project goals.
• Knowledge of best practices and the latest trends in sustainable water management and wastewater treatment.
• List Public Health Engineering Systems:
  • Water demand calculation – for various type of building.
  • Sanitary fixtures selection based on sustainable projects
  • Water balance chart preparation
  • Design of water distribution systems
    • Source identification – Defining Sump capacities
    • Internal water distribution system
    • External water distribution system
    • Gravity and Hydro pneumatic system design of water distribution
  • Design of Water treatment units – based on water quality
  • Design of sewage disposal
    • Internal Sanitary design – One pipe system /two pipe system
    • Sovent system
    • PAPA system
    • External sewer disposal
  • Wastewater collection and treatment systems (sewage treatment plants, STP designs)
  • Effluent wastewater collection and treatment systems
  • Roof Drainage based on IMD data – location based
    • Conventional system
    • Syphonic system
  • Gutter design – BS code/ NBC
  • Stormwater management and drainage systems.
  • Greywater and rainwater harvesting systems.
  • Environmental impact assessments for water and wastewater systems.
  • Solid waste generation from different projects
  • Biomedical solid waste collection and disposal systems.
  • Biomedical Liquid waste collection and disposal systems.

Battery room liquid waste collection and disposal systems