Senior Level - Construction Manager (Civil)

Surbana Jurong Group; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong Group in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, invites applications for a Senior Construction Manager to lead large infrastructure and civil projects from planning through delivery. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with government authorities and clients to meet milestones, budgets, and contractual requirements.

Prospective candidate should have 10–25 years of experience in mega infrastructure and EPC works and hold a Civil Engineering degree;

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of large infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Develop construction strategies, execution methodologies, and project delivery plans.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams including engineers, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure project milestones are achieved within approved timelines and budgets.

Job description

Job Description: Senior Construction Manager – Infrastructure Projects

Job Title: Senior Construction Manager – Infrastructure Projects

Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Department: Projects / Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Lead end-to-end execution of large infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Develop construction strategies, execution methodologies, and project delivery plans.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams including engineers, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Ensure project milestones are achieved within approved timelines and budgets.

Construction Management

• Supervise all construction activities including civil, structural, MEP, finishing, and external development works.
• Monitor site productivity, resource utilization, and equipment deployment.
• Review construction methodologies and recommend improvements for efficiency and safety.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.

Planning & Scheduling

• Coordinate with planning teams to prepare and monitor project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Track critical path activities and implement recovery plans for delays.
• Conduct regular progress review meetings with stakeholders.

Contract & Commercial Management

• Administer EPC, item-rate, and turnkey contracts.
• Review contractor performance, bills, change orders, variation claims, and extension of time requests.
• Coordinate with procurement teams for timely material and equipment availability.
• Monitor project costs and implement value engineering initiatives.

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with quality management systems and project specifications.
• Monitor inspection and testing activities.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to maintain quality standards.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Promote a strong safety culture across project sites.
• Ensure compliance with statutory HSE regulations and company safety policies.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.
• Drive zero-incident project execution.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with government authorities, consultants, architects, regulatory agencies, and clients.
• Coordinate approvals, inspections, and statutory clearances.
• Present project progress reports to senior management and clients.

Risk Management

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage technical, commercial, contractual, and operational risks.
• Resolve construction issues and technical challenges proactively.

Team Leadership

• Mentor project managers, site engineers, and construction teams.
• Build high-performing project teams focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance evaluations and capability development initiatives.

Required Experience

• 10–25 years of experience in large infrastructure and heavy civil construction projects.
• Proven experience in executing iconic or mega infrastructure developments.
• Experience in projects such as:
  • Large monuments and landmark structures (e.g., Statue of Unity–type projects)
  • Riverfront developments
  • Water resource and river-linking projects
  • Smart City infrastructure
  • Bridges, highways, tunnels, and flyovers
  • Dams, canals, reservoirs, and irrigation projects
  • Urban infrastructure and public realm developments
  • Government, PSU, or EPC infrastructure projects

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Mandatory)
• Master’s Degree in Construction Management / Structural Engineering
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is desirable.

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