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Dror Services Pvt Ltd.; Indore District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dror Services Pvt Ltd in Indore is seeking a Project Manager for Solar Projects to plan, execute, and deliver solar installations on time and within budget.

You will lead civil and electrical works, coordinate with clients and vendors, manage risks, and ensure safety and quality across sites, from planning through commissioning and handover. The role requires 4–6 years of relevant experience and a BE/BTech/Diploma in engineering. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech./Diploma in Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical or related discipline) required.
• 4–6 years experience in Solar/Renewable Energy EPC/related fields.
• Experience in project planning, execution, and handover processes.
• Strong leadership, communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, and resource allocations.
• End-to-end execution of solar projects from site prep to handover.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors and internal teams.
• Monitor progress against timelines and budgets; take corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with specifications and Standards.
• Prepare MIS reports and maintain project documentation and trackers.

Skills

Solar project execution

Civil & Electrical engineering

Project planning & scheduling

Vendor & stakeholder management

Budgeting & procurement

Risk assessment & problem solving

MS Excel

MS Project

MIS reporting & documentation

Quality & safety compliance

Leadership & communication

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

1. Role Details

Designation: Project Manager Solar Projects
Department: Project Execution / Operations
Reporting To: Project Head / Management
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. / Diploma in Engineering (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical or relevant discipline)
Required Experience: 4-6 years
Industry Experience: Solar / Renewable Energy / EPC / Telecom Infrastructure preferred

2. Job Purpose

To plan, execute, monitor, and ensure the timely and successful completion of solar projects as per approved timelines, budgets, quality standards, safety requirements, and client specifications. The Project Manager will oversee end-to-end project execution, coordinate with internal teams, contractors, vendors, and clients, and ensure smooth project delivery from planning to commissioning and handover.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Project Planning & Execution

• Prepare detailed project plans, execution schedules, milestones, and resource allocation plans.
• Ensure end-to-end execution of solar projects, including site preparation, civil works, electrical installation, equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Monitor project progress against approved timelines and take corrective action to avoid delays.
• Ensure project activities are completed in accordance with technical specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements.

B. Site & Technical Management

• Supervise site activities and ensure proper execution of civil and electrical works.
• Coordinate the installation of solar modules, mounting structures, inverters, cabling, earthing, and associated electrical systems.
• Review drawings, BOQs, technical documents, and method statements.
• Identify technical issues and coordinate with engineering teams to resolve them promptly.

C. Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal departments.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to project schedules and quality standards.
• Conduct regular project review meetings and communicate progress, risks, and issues to management.
• Ensure timely procurement and availability of materials, equipment, manpower, and other resources.

D. Budget & Cost Control

• Monitor project budgets, expenses, material consumption, and resource utilization.
• Control project costs and minimize wastage, rework, and avoidable expenses.
• Track project variations, additional work, and cost implications.
• Coordinate with the procurement and finance teams for purchase orders, billing, and payment-related requirements.

E. Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical safety standards, site safety procedures, quality requirements, and project specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor quality checks.
• Ensure proper documentation of inspections, testing reports, safety records, and statutory approvals, as applicable.
• Identify project risks and implement preventive and corrective measures.

F. Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Track daily, weekly, and monthly project progress against planned milestones.
• Maintain project trackers, schedules, resource plans, and progress reports.
• Prepare MIS reports covering project status, costs, delays, risks, and pending activities.
• Escalate critical issues and propose solutions to management.

G. Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Ensure timely completion of testing, commissioning, and performance verification activities.
• Coordinate with clients and relevant authorities for inspections and approvals, where applicable.
• Ensure completion of punch lists, as-built drawings, operation manuals, and project handover documents.
• Close outstanding project issues and ensure smooth handover to the client or operations team.

4. Candidate Requirements & Skills

Key Skills / Technical Requirements:

• Solar project execution and EPC project management.
• Civil and electrical engineering fundamentals.
• Project planning, scheduling, and resource management.
• Vendor, contractor, and stakeholder management.
• Budgeting, cost control, and procurement coordination.
• Project risk assessment and problem-solving.
• MS Excel, MS Project, and other project management tools.
• MIS reporting, documentation, and progress tracking.
• Quality assurance, site safety, and compliance management.
• Strong leadership, communication, coordination, and decision-making skills.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of solar projects as per approved schedules.
• Adherence to approved project budgets and cost targets.
• Quality of installation and commissioning with minimum rework.
• Compliance with safety standards and project specifications.
• Effective utilization of manpower, materials, and equipment.
• Timely resolution of site issues and project risks.
• Client satisfaction and successful project handover.
• Accuracy and timeliness of project reports and documentation.

6. Expected Outcome

The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that assigned solar projects are executed safely, efficiently, within the approved budget and timeline, and in accordance with the required quality standards and client expectations.