Regional Head Project Delivery Asset Management

Paradigmit Technology Services

Kakinada, Srikakulam, Eluru District

On-site

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

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Paradigmit Technology Services is seeking an experienced Regional Head for Project Delivery & Asset Management (Solar). The role entails leading the execution, commissioning and long-term operation of a utility-scale solar portfolio across Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, with frequent travel to project sites.

The candidate will own end-to-end delivery, coordinate with EPC contractors, manage commercial aspects, and ensure asset performance post COD.

Qualifications

12–18 years of overall professional experience in Power, Renewable Energy, EPC or Infrastructure.
Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in utility-scale solar projects.
Proven experience executing projects from engineering through commissioning.
Experience managing operational solar assets after COD.
Prior ownership of utility-scale solar portfolios aggregating over 100 MW is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of utility-scale solar projects across multiple sites.
Ensure milestones are met within budgets and timelines.
Coordinate with EPC contractors, engineering teams and vendors.
Oversee commissioning, grid synchronization and handover to O&M.
Monitor project risk, costs and contract compliance.
Provide leadership to regional teams and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Renewable energy expertise

Commercial acumen

Team leadership

Education

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

Postgraduate qualification in Project Management or MBA

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Regional Head Project Delivery & Asset Management (Solar)

Preferred base location: Kakinada / Eluru / Srikakulam (Andhra Pradesh)

Frequent travel across Andhra Pradesh project sites and periodic travel to Maharashtra will be required.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly driven professional to lead the execution, commissioning and long

term operational management of our utility-scale solar portfolio. This is a strategic ownership role responsible for delivering projects from engineering through

commercial operation while ensuring long-term asset performance, operational excellence and contractual compliance.

The successful candidate will lead the commissioning of our Andhra Pradesh portfolio while simultaneously

overseeing the operations and maintenance of commissioned projects in Maharashtra through regional teams.

The role requires strong technical competence, commercial understanding, stakeholder management skills and

proven leadership in managing large-scale renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Delivery & Execution

Lead end-to-end execution of assigned utility-scale solar projects.
Ensure achievement of project milestones within approved timelines and budgets.
Drive project planning, execution strategy and recovery plans wherever required.
Monitor project progress across multiple locations on a daily basis.
Identify execution bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
Ensure timely Commercial Operation Date (COD) of all projects.

2. Engineering & Technical Oversight

Review engineering designs from an owner's perspective.
Validate plant layouts, electrical systems, evacuation infrastructure and engineering deliverables.
Coordinate closely with design consultants, EPC contractors and internal engineering teams.
Ensure adherence to applicable technical standards and industry best practices.
Review design optimizations and recommend improvements wherever beneficial.

3. EPC Contractor Management

Act as the primary owner-side interface for EPC contractors.
Monitor contractual obligations and execution commitments.
Review construction schedules and contractor resource deployment.
Conduct regular progress reviews and site inspections.
Drive timely closure of punch points.
Ensure quality, productivity and contractual compliance throughout project execution.

4. Commercial & Contract Management

Monitor EPC contracts, vendor agreements and project deliverables.
Review contractor bills and certify physical progress.
Evaluate change orders, commercial variations and contractual claims. \
Ensure adherence to commercial obligations under all project contracts.
Protect company interests through effective contract administration.

5. Cost & Budget Control

Monitor project budgets and expenditure.
Review project cost variances.
Identify cost optimization opportunities.
Track potential commercial risks and cost overruns.
Support management in financial planning related to project execution.

6. Commissioning & Grid Synchronization

Lead all commissioning activities until successful project completion.
Coordinate testing, inspections and statutory approvals.
Manage synchronization with DISCOM and associated agencies.
Ensure timely completion of all commissioning documentation.
Facilitate smooth project handover to Operations & Maintenance.

7. Operations & Asset Management

Post commissioning, continue to own overall asset performance.

Responsibilities include:

Oversee Operations & Maintenance teams across Maharashtra through regional leads.
Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance is carried out effectively.
Monitor plant availability, generation, Performance Ratio (PR) and CUF.
Improve long-term asset reliability and operational efficiency.
Drive timely closure of warranty claims and defect rectifications.
Ensure plants continue to operate as per design throughout their lifecycle.

8. Multi-Site Portfolio Management

Lead execution across multiple districts including:

Kakinada
Eluru
Srikakulam
Other future project locations

Develop systems to monitor multiple sites simultaneously while ensuring consistency in execution standards across the portfolio.

9. Government & External Stakeholder Coordination Coordinate with:

DISCOMs
Transmission utilities
CEIG
Government authorities
Local administration
Landowners
OEMs
Vendors
Consultants
Statutory authorities

Support timely approvals and resolution of project-related issues.

10. Lender & Independent Engineer Coordination

Coordinate with lenders, Independent Engineers (LIE), technical consultants and auditors. Support:

Site inspections
Technical reviews
Progress verification
Compliance submissions
Documentation
Closure of observations

11. Quality Assurance

Ensure adherence to company quality standards.
Monitor installation quality.
Conduct periodic quality reviews.
Drive timely closure of non-conformities.
Ensure complete project documentation.

12. Health, Safety & Compliance

Promote a strong safety culture across all project sites.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and HSE requirements.
Review safety performance of EPC contractors.
Lead investigation and corrective actions for significant incidents.

13. Team Leadership

Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams comprising:

Civil Engineers
Electrical Engineers
Site Engineers
Regional O&M Leads
EPC Coordination Teams
Contractors
Consultants

Develop a high-performance execution culture focused on ownership, accountability and continuous improvement.

14. MIS & Management Reporting

Provide periodic updates to senior management covering:

Project progress
Critical risks
Recovery plans \
Budget status
Commercial issues
Contractor performance
Key decisions required
Asset performance indicators

Ensure timely and accurate reporting across the project portfolio.

15. Risk Management

Identify and proactively mitigate risks relating to:

Schedule
Cost
Quality
Land
Regulatory approvals
Grid connectivity
Contractor performance
Safety
Commercial exposure
Operational reliability

Maintain mitigation plans for all major project risks.

16. Continuous Improvement

Drive initiatives relating to:

Standardization of engineering practices
Execution improvements
Cost optimization
Reliability enhancement
Digital monitoring
Predictive maintenance
Process improvements across the project lifecycle

Desired Candidate Profile

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Energy Engineering.
Postgraduate qualification in Project Management or MBA shall be an added advantage.

Experience

12–18 years of overall professional experience in Power, Renewable Energy, EPC or Infrastructure

projects.

Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in utility-scale solar projects.
Proven experience in executing projects from engineering through commissioning.
Experience managing operational solar assets after COD.
Prior ownership of utility-scale solar portfolios aggregating over 100 MW is highly preferred.
Experience managing geographically distributed projects across multiple locations.

Technical Competencies

Strong understanding of:

Utility-scale Solar PV Systems
Civil & Structural Works
HT/LT Electrical Systems
Transmission & Evacuation Infrastructure
SCADA & Monitoring Systems
Grid Synchronization
Testing & Commissioning
Quality Assurance
Operations & Maintenance
Performance Monitoring (PR, CUF, Availability)
EPC Contracts
Cost Control
Project Planning

Behavioural Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

Strong leadership capability
High ownership and accountability
Excellent decision-making skills
Commercial acumen
Problem-solving ability
Effective stakeholder management
Strong communication skills
Ability to work independently across multiple project locations
Willingness to travel

Travel & Location

The selected candidate will be based in one of the Andhra Pradesh project regions, preferably Kakinada, Eluru or Srikakulam.

Extensive travel across project locations in Andhra Pradesh and periodic visits to Maharashtra will form an integral part of the role.

Candidates whose permanent residence is outside the assigned project region may be permitted to visit their hometown for up to three (3) days per month, subject to prior management approval and project requirements, until successful commissioning of the Andhra Pradesh portfolio.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance shall be evaluated on, but not limited to: