Manager - Civil Hydro PSP Projects

ReNew; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNew seeks a Civil Manager for Maharashtra Projects in Pune to oversee end-to-end development activities across PSP sites, from initial surveys to pre-construction planning, with a need for Marathi fluency in regulatory engagement.

You will coordinate with government bodies, manage geotechnical investigations, site surveys, and permit approvals, delivering project readiness ahead of construction.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of experience in civil/geo development roles.
• Fluency in Marathi for government and regulatory engagement in Maharashtra.
• Experience coordinating site surveys, geotechnical work and approvals.

Responsibilities

• Plan, mobilize, and manage all site survey activities across Maharashtra PSP sites.
• Direct geotechnical investigation programs including borehole drilling and testing.
• Plan and execute in-situ tests (SPT, PLT, plate load, permeability).
• Lead preparation of the Project Development Plan for pre-construction milestones.
• Obtain permissions and NOCs coordinating with Maharashtra government bodies in Marathi.
• Liaise with state and local authorities for regulatory compliance and approvals.
• Draft and respond to official correspondence in Marathi; attend hearings as Marathi representative.

Skills

Marathi fluency

Site survey management

Geotechnical planning

Regulatory liaison

GIS awareness

Tools

GIS

Geotechnical drilling equipment

Drone survey tools

Job description

About Company

Founded in 2011, ReNew, is one of the largest renewable energy companies globally, with a leadership position in India. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker RNW, ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects, and distributed solar energy projects. In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNew is evolving to become an end-to-end decarbonization partner providing solutions in a just and inclusive manner in the areas of clean energy, green hydrogen, value-added energy offerings through digitalisation, storage, and carbon markets that increasingly are integral to addressing climate change. With a total capacity of more than 13.4 GW (including projects in pipeline), ReNew’s solar and wind energy projects are spread across 150+ sites, with a presence spanning 18 states in India, contributing to 1.9 % of India’s power capacity. Consequently, this has helped to avoid 0.5% of India’s total carbon emissions and 1.1% India’s total power sector emissions. In the over 10 years of its operation, ReNew has generated almost 1.3 lakh jobs, directly and indirectly. ReNew has achieved market leadership in the Indian renewable energy industry against the backdrop of the Government of India’s policies to promote growth of this sector. ReNew’s current group of stockholders contains several marquee investors including CPP Investments, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Goldman Sachs, GEF SACEF and JERA. Its mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. ReNew stands committed to providing clean, safe, affordable, and sustainable energy for all and has been at the forefront of leading climate action in India.

Founded in 2011, ReNew, is one of the largest renewable energy companies globally, with a leadership position in India. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker RNW, ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects, and distributed solar energy projects. In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNew is evolving to become an end-to-end decarbonization partner providing solutions in a just and inclusive manner in the areas of clean energy, green hydrogen, value-added energy offerings through digitalisation, storage, and carbon markets that increasingly are integral to addressing climate change. With a total capacity of more than 13.4 GW (including projects in pipeline), ReNew’s solar and wind energy projects are spread across 150+ sites, with a presence spanning 18 states in India, contributing to 1.9 % of India’s power capacity. Consequently, this has helped to avoid 0.5% of India’s total carbon emissions and 1.1% India’s total power sector emissions. In the over 10 years of its operation, ReNew has generated almost 1.3 lakh jobs, directly and indirectly. ReNew has achieved market leadership in the Indian renewable energy industry against the backdrop of the Government of India’s policies to promote growth of this sector. ReNew’s current group of stockholders contains several marquee investors including CPP Investments, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Goldman Sachs, GEF SACEF and JERA. Its mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. ReNew stands committed to providing clean, safe, affordable, and sustainable energy for all and has been at the forefront of leading climate action in India.

Job Description

Role Overview

The Civil Manager Maharashtra Projects holds end-to-end responsibility for all development-stage activities across PSP project sites in Maharashtra — from initial site surveys and geotechnical investigations through in-situ testing, regulatory permissions, and project development planning — until the commencement of construction. The role demands equal command over field investigation management, multi-agency permitting, and structured development planning, underpinned by fluency in Marathi for all government and regulatory engagement specific to Maharashtra.

Key Sector Exposure – Hydro & Pumped Storage

• End-to-end development stage management for hydropower or PSP projects prior to construction commencement.
• Site survey and investigation management — topographic, geomapping, GIS, aerial, and geophysical surveys.
• Geotechnical drilling programs and in-situ field testing (SPT, PLT, vane shear, permeability, RQD).
• Permitting and approvals management for site access, survey, drilling, and investigation activities.
• Project development plan and pre-construction readiness documentation
• Coordination with Maharashtra state government, Revenue, Forest Department, MPCB, District Administration, and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, mobilize, and manage all site survey activities — topographic surveys, geo-mapping, GIS-based terrain analysis, aerial/drone surveys, and hydrological field data collection across all Maharashtra PSP sites.
• Direct and oversee all geotechnical investigation programs including borehole drilling, core logging, test pitting, geophysical surveys, and sub-surface data collection; supervise drilling contractors and ensure quality of bore logs and sample chain of custody.
• Plan and execute the complete suite of in-situ tests — SPT, PLT, plate load, field permeability; witness all field tests and review results for integration into Geotechnical Investigation Reports with the help of designated geologist.
• Lead preparation of the Project Development Plan covering all pre-construction milestones — site layout, approach road and construction infrastructure planning, utility identification, schedule for regulatory submissions and FID-readiness checklist.
• Obtain all permissions and NOCs required to conduct survey, investigation, and drilling activities — including site access permissions, land entry permissions, forest entry permits, Tree Cutting Permissions, and WRD authority clearances — coordinating directly with Maharashtra government bodies in Marathi.
• Liaise with Maharashtra Revenue Department, District Collector, Sub-Divisional Officer, Forest Department, Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), MSEDCL, GSDA, Gram Panchayat, and all relevant state and local bodies for regulatory compliance and field-level approvals.
• Draft, translate, and respond to official correspondence with Maharashtra government authorities in Marathi; attend compliance hearings, inter-departmental meetings, and inspection visits as the organization's Marathi-language representative.

Experience : 6 to 10 Years

Location : Pune

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, mobilize, and manage all site survey activities — topographic surveys, geo-mapping, GIS-based terrain analysis, aerial/drone surveys, and hydrological field data collection across all Maharashtra PSP sites.
• Direct and oversee all geotechnical investigation programs including borehole drilling, core logging, test pitting, geophysical surveys, and sub-surface data collection; supervise drilling contractors and ensure quality of bore logs and sample chain of custody.
• Plan and execute the complete suite of in-situ tests — SPT, PLT, plate load, field permeability; witness all field tests and review results for integration into Geotechnical Investigation Reports with the help of designated geologist.
• Lead preparation of the Project Development Plan covering all pre-construction milestones — site layout, approach road and construction infrastructure planning, utility identification, schedule for regulatory submissions and FID-readiness checklist.
• Obtain all permissions and NOCs required to conduct survey, investigation, and drilling activities — including site access permissions, land entry permissions, forest entry permits, Tree Cutting Permissions, and WRD authority clearances — coordinating directly with Maharashtra government bodies in Marathi.
• Liaise with Maharashtra Revenue Department, District Collector, Sub-Divisional Officer, Forest Department, Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), MSEDCL, GSDA, Gram Panchayat, and all relevant state and local bodies for regulatory compliance and field-level approvals.
• Draft, translate, and respond to official correspondence with Maharashtra government authorities in Marathi; attend compliance hearings, inter-departmental meetings, and inspection visits as the organization's Marathi-language representative.

Experience : 6 to 10 Years

Location : Pune