Project Execution Lead - Renewable Energy Wind

GMR Group

India

On-site

INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

GMR Group seeks a Project Execution Lead to oversee end-to-end delivery of renewable energy projects (wind, hybrid, storage) in India. You will manage multi-disciplinary engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning, driving timelines, budgets, quality, and risk management.

The role requires strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities, coordinating EPC partners, suppliers, site teams, and regulatory authorities to ensure successful COD and handover to O&M.

Qualifications

15–18 years in project execution of large-scale wind, hybrid, or RE+storage projects in India.
Strong BoP engineering and costing knowledge (civil/electrical/mechanical).
Experience with WTGs, inverters, transformers, switchyard construction, and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

Lead complete lifecycle of RE projects from NTP to COD.
Drive Project Execution Plans, resource and risk registers, QA processes.
Manage EPC contracts, vendors, and site teams for timely delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Team coordination

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

SAP

ERP

Job description

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE

The Project Execution Lead will be responsible for end-to-end execution, delivery, and commissioning of renewable energy projects (Wind, Hybrid, and Storage). The role requires strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities to manage multi-disciplinary engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. The individual will take full accountability for project timelines, budgets, quality, stakeholder coordination, and risk management.

ORGANISATION CHART

Chief Business Officer -> Lead Design & Engineering (Wind & Solar)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Project Planning & Management
- Lead complete lifecycle of RE projects from Notice-to-Proceed (NTP) to COD.
- Prepare, review, and drive Project Execution Plans, resource plans, risk registers, and quality assurance processes.
- Develop and monitor project schedules using tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent PM platforms.
- Lead weekly & monthly progress review meetings with internal teams, EPC partners, OEMs, and contractors.
Technical Oversight
- Oversee detailed engineering for civil, electrical, and mechanical BoP — foundations, structures, switchyards, transmission lines, SCADA, WTG interfaces, etc.
- Validate engineering drawings, technical specifications, and design changes.
- Ensure design compliance with Indian and international codes, CEA regulations, OEM guidelines, and state policies.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Additional Details

Costing & Budget Control
- Prepare and validate BoP cost estimates (civil, electrical, mechanical).
- Evaluate cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
- Monitor project budgets, cash flows, and certify contractor invoices.
- Conduct techno-commercial analysis for variations, claims, and change orders.
Contractor, Local Stakeholders & Vendor Management
- Manage EPC contractors, OEMs, subcontractors, and site vendors to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Evaluate technical and commercial proposals during procurement.
- Ensure strict adherence to contractual obligations, SLAs, and project milestones.
- Resolve site-level disputes and ensure smooth coordination.
Site Execution & Quality Management
- Lead site execution teams across multiple sites as required.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards, method statements, and inspection & test plans (ITPs).
- Drive site audits, material inspections, and quality compliance for all BoP works.
Safety, Statutory & Compliance
- Enforce safety culture and compliance with corporate EHS standards.
- Ensure statutory approvals from CEIG, SLDC, STU, DISCOM, Pollution Control Boards, etc.
- Engage with government agencies, local authorities, land owners, and stakeholders.
Commissioning & Handover
- Lead mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, testing, and final commissioning activities.
- Ensure successful synchronization with the grid and COD certifications.
- Handover project to O&M teams with complete documentation.
Stakeholder Management
- Coordinate with internal teams — Engineering, SCM, Finance, Commercial, Legal, BD, and O&M.
- Provide regular project status updates to management and investors.
- Maintain strong relationships with government bodies, OEMs, EPC partners, and regulatory authorities.

EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS

Government agencies, regulatory bodies, EPC contractors, technology providers, industry forums
External Vendors and contractors

INTERNAL INTERACTIONS

Engineering & Design, Procurement & SCM, Contracts & Finance, Regulatory & Approvals Teams, EPC Contractors & Vendors, Head Office Leadership.

FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS

Multi crore rupee nuclear project budgets; long-term revenue planning

OTHER DIMENSIONS

Cross-functional teams; multi-country project management

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering (mandatory).
PMP / Prince2 certification (preferred but not mandatory).

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

15–18 years in project execution of large-scale wind, hybrid, or RE + storage projects in India
Strong expertise in BoP engineering and costing (civil, electrical, mechanical)
Good knowledge of WTGs, inverters, transformers, switchyard construction, transmission line works, and SCADA systems
Experience executing projects of 100 MW+ in Wind (preferred: hybrid projects)

Technical Competencies

Proficiency in project management tools: MS Project, Primavera, SAP, ERP, or similar.
Strong understanding of project planning, tracking, risk management, and reporting.
Ability to manage large-scale EPC contracts and multiple project sites.

COMPETENCIES