Manager - Mechanical

Adani Power Ltd.; Korba District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Power Ltd. in Korba, Chhattisgarh is seeking a Deputy Manager for Construction Mechanical to lead BTG and BOP mechanical activities across 300–800 MW projects.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience in thermal power plant construction, EPC execution, and leadership of site teams, with focus on safety, quality and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering is mandatory.
• 8–12 years of experience in Thermal Power Plant construction.
• Experience with EPC, Project Construction, Erection, Testing & Commissioning in large power projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical construction activities for BTG and BOP packages.
• Monitor erection, installation, alignment, testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure work meets drawings, specifications, quality standards and project schedule.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants and cross-functional teams.
• Monitor resource deployment (manpower, equipment, tools and materials).
• Supervise erection and commissioning of Boiler parts, Turbine, Steam Generators, ESP and related systems.
• Monitor critical piping erection including Main Steam, Hot Reheat, Cold Reheat, Feed Water and auxiliary piping systems.
• Prepare and track project schedules and milestones.
• Conduct progress reviews with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Monitor construction progress and identify schedule risks; close punch points and commissioning observations.
• Drive a zero-harm safety culture across all activities.

Skills

Construction management

Erection & Commissioning

Project planning

Vendor management

Safety leadership

Education

B.E./B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

Project Execution & Construction Management

• Execute mechanical construction activities for Boiler, Turbine, Generator (BTG) and Balance of Plant (BOP) packages.
• Monitor erection, installation, alignment, testing and commissioning activities of mechanical equipment.
• Ensure project activities are completed as per approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards and project schedule.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants and cross-functional teams for smooth project execution.
• Monitor resource deployment including manpower, equipment, tools and materials.

Boiler, Turbine & Mechanical Systems

• Supervise erection and commissioning activities of:
  • Boiler Pressure Parts
  • Boiler Structures
  • Steam Generators
  • Coal Mills
  • Air Preheaters (APH)
  • ESP
  • Steam Turbine & Auxiliaries
  • Condenser Systems
  • Cooling Water Systems
  • Mechanical BOP Equipment
• Monitor critical piping erection including Main Steam, Hot Reheat, Cold Reheat, Feed Water and auxiliary piping systems.

Planning & Progress Monitoring

• Prepare and track project schedules and milestones.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly progress reviews with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Monitor construction progress and identify schedule risks.
• Ensure timely closure of punch points and commissioning observations.

Quality & Safety Compliance

• Ensure adherence to project quality plans, inspection protocols and statutory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with safety standards, HIRA, PTW, LOTO and EHS procedures.
• Participate in audits, quality inspections and safety reviews.
• Drive a zero-harm culture across all project activities.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Coordinate with OEMs such as BHEL, GE, Siemens, Doosan, Toshiba and other package vendors.
• Evaluate contractor performance and ensure achievement of project milestones.
• Monitor material availability, inventory management and site logistics.

Testing & Commissioning

• Support:
  • Hydro Testing
  • Boiler Light-Up
  • Chemical Cleaning
  • Steam Blowing
  • Equipment Trial Runs
  • Synchronization
  • PG Test Activities
• Ensure successful handing over from project to O&M team.

Qualifications

Essential Qualification

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Experience

• 8 to 12 Years of relevant experience in Thermal Power Plant Construction Projects.
• Experience in 300 MW, 500 MW, 600 MW, 660 MW or 800 MW thermal power projects.
• Experience in EPC, Project Construction, Erection, Testing & Commissioning.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience with organizations such as Adani Power, NTPC, BHEL, L&T Power, Tata Projects, ISGEC, Power Mech, GE Power, Siemens Energy, Doosan, JSW Energy, Vedanta Power, Reliance Power, Jindal Power, or other major thermal power project organizations.
• Strong exposure to construction and commissioning of supercritical thermal power plants.
• Proven track record in achieving construction milestones while maintaining safety, quality, and project timelines.
• Ability to lead site teams, contractors, and multi-disciplinary stakeholders.

Role Grade: Deputy Manager

Function: Projects - Construction Mechanical

Location: Korba, Chhattisgarh

Industry: Thermal Power Generation (Coal Based Power Plants)

Preferred Experience Range: 8-12 Years (600 MW+ / Supercritical Thermal Power Projects Preferred)