Project Strategy & Operations-Lead

Biological E; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Biological E is seeking a Vice President - Projects & Development to lead end-to-end planning, design coordination, and execution for large-scale real estate initiatives in India. The role governs cost control, regulatory approvals, construction management, and vendor relationships to maximize stakeholder value and project outcomes.

Responsibilities include setting strategies, budgets, risk management, and senior leadership across multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on delivering projects on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (required).
• MBA in Marketing and Systems or equivalent management qualification.
• Advanced executive education in Project Management, General Management, Operations, and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning from concept to commissioning.
• Develop project execution strategies, schedules, and resource plans.
• Establish project monitoring systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Drive adoption of modern construction technologies including aluminum formwork and precast systems.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Real estate development

Construction management

Project controls

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

ERP & digital systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

MBA in Marketing and Systems

Executive education in Project Management

Tools

Primavera

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description for Lead Projects - Strategy & Operations

Position Summary

The Vice President - Projects & Development will be responsible for end-to-end planning, design coordination, project execution, cost control, consultant management, regulatory approvals, construction management, quality assurance, safety compliance, and project handover for large-scale real estate and infrastructure developments. The role requires strategic leadership in delivering projects within budget, timelines, and quality standards while maximizing stakeholder value.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development & Planning

• Lead project planning from concept to commissioning.
• Develop project execution strategies, schedules, and resource plans.
• Establish project monitoring systems and reporting mechanisms.
• Drive implementation of project management tools such as Primavera and ERP-integrated systems.

Design & Consultant Management

• Appoint and coordinate architects, structural consultants, MEP consultants, and specialist advisors.
• Review and optimize design solutions for functionality, cost efficiency, and constructability.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Regulatory & Statutory Approvals

• Liaise with development authorities, municipal bodies, and statutory agencies.
• Oversee approvals related to planning, building permits, infrastructure, and occupancy certifications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and development guidelines.

Construction Management

• Direct all construction activities from mobilization through completion.
• Select and implement appropriate construction methodologies.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, safety, and quality standards.
• Drive adoption of modern construction technologies including aluminum formwork, precast systems, and advanced project controls.

Cost & Commercial Management

• Prepare and control project budgets.
• Establish quantity freezing, estimation, and cost-control systems.
• Monitor project cash flows and financial performance.
• Evaluate vendor and contractor bids and negotiate commercial terms.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Develop procurement strategies for projects.
• Finalize vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Manage procurement schedules to align with project timelines.
• Foster long-term strategic partnerships with vendors and consultants.

Quality, Safety & Risk Management

• Establish and implement QA/QC systems.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards across projects.
• Conduct technical due diligence and risk assessments.
• Maintain compliance with company and statutory quality and safety requirements.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams across engineering, planning, contracts, procurement, and construction.
• Mentor project managers, engineers, supervisors, and site teams.
• Build high-performance project organizations focused on delivery excellence.
• Drive capability development and training initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• MBA in Marketing and Systems or equivalent management qualification.
• Advanced executive education in Project Management, General Management, Operations, and Finance preferred.

Experience

• 18+ years of experience in real estate, construction, infrastructure, industrial, and commercial project development.
• Proven leadership of multi-million square feet residential, commercial, institutional, and mixed-use developments.
• Experience managing large-scale organizations and project portfolios.
• Exposure to international construction projects and multinational stakeholders is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Project Leadership
• Real Estate Development
• Construction & Engineering Management
• Project Controls & Primavera Planning
• Cost Management & Budgeting
• Design Coordination
• Vendor & Contract Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Quality Assurance & Safety Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Team Leadership & Talent Development
• ERP & Digital Project Systems Implementation

Key Success Metrics

• On-time project delivery.
• Budget adherence and cost optimization.
• Quality and safety performance.
• Regulatory compliance.
• Customer and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Successful project handover and commercialization.