Project Head Government Projects

Highway Infrastructure Ltd.; Bhopal; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Highway Infrastructure Limited, based in Indore/Bhopal region, seeks a Project Head for on-site leadership of highway and infrastructure initiatives. The role demands end-to-end control of planning, execution, and delivery, with emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in large-scale infrastructure, strong team leadership, and proven ability to optimize construction processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field with strong project management experience.
• Experience leading large infrastructure projects, preferably highways or bridges.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, monitor, and deliver complex projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of highway projects.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and resources; coordinate with site engineers, vendors, and clients.
• Review designs, monitor milestones, and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead project review meetings and prepare status reports for senior management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PMP/PRINCE2 (advantage)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

Highway Infrastructure Limited is a construction company with over 23 years of experience delivering roadways, highways, bypasses, expressways, bridges, and residential projects. Known for its focus on quality, innovation, and transparent practices, the company has built strong client relationships and a solid reputation in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Highway Infrastructure Limited is committed to developing infrastructure that supports economic growth and community development. As the organization expands, it continues to offer opportunities for professionals who want to contribute to impactful, large-scale projects.

Role Description

The Project Head is a full-time, on-site role based in Bhopal, responsible for overseeing end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of highway and infrastructure projects. The role involves managing project schedules, budgets, and resources, coordinating with site engineers, contractors, vendors, and clients, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Project Head will review technical designs and drawings, monitor progress against milestones, resolve operational issues, and implement risk mitigation strategies. Day-to-day responsibilities also include leading project review meetings, preparing status reports, optimizing construction processes, and supporting senior management in strategic decision-making related to project portfolios.

Qualifications

• Strong project management capabilities, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management for large infrastructure or construction projects.
• Technical expertise in civil engineering, highway or bridge construction, and familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience supervising multidisciplinary site teams and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for client interaction, contractor management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with project management and construction-related software tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD or similar).
• Ability to analyze project data, prepare reports, and make data-informed decisions to improve efficiency and quality.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline; advanced certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience (typically 10+ years) in managing large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in highways or related sectors.
• Commitment to workplace safety, ethical practices, and continuous improvement in construction processes.