Site Head Solar - Rajasthan

PeopleStrong; India; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleStrong is seeking a Site Head / Construction Head to lead end-to-end site construction and execution for 100+ MW Solar PV projects across remote project sites in India. You will manage civil, electrical, MMS/Tracker installation, EPC contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure safe, on-time, and cost-effective delivery.

The role requires 15–18 years of relevant utility-scale solar construction experience, BE/B.Tech, and proven leadership with complete site responsibility.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil engineering required.
• 15–18 years of relevant utility-scale Solar PV project construction experience.
• Current role as Site Head / Construction Head with full site responsibility.
• Experience on 100+ MW solar portfolios is preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP/ERP, MS Excel, and project scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end site construction for 100+ MW Solar PV projects from mobilization to commissioning readiness.
• Drive civil, MMS/Tracker installation, electrical works, substations, testing and commissioning coordination.
• Coordinate EPC contractors, OEMs, vendors and cross-functional teams for on-time delivery.
• Monitor schedule, budget, safety, quality, and compliance across remote project sites.
• Handover to commissioning and O&M with zero-harm safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team management

Construction leadership

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil

Tools

SAP/ERP

MS Project/Primavera

MS Excel

Job description

To lead end-to-end site construction and execution activities for large-scale Solar PV projects (100+ MW portfolio) by driving safe, timely, and cost-effective project delivery while managing all site functions, EPC contractors, vendors, and cross-functional execution teams.

Operating from remote solar project sites, the role is responsible for overall construction leadership and execution management across multiple work fronts including civil, structural, electrical, module installation, inverter stations, pooling substations, transmission systems, testing, commissioning coordination, logistics, EHS, and stakeholder management.

Key challenges include managing large-scale execution under aggressive timelines, coordinating multiple EPC contractors and vendors, ensuring timely availability of materials and resources, driving workforce productivity, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, resolving site-level execution bottlenecks, and ensuring seamless coordination across all site functions to achieve project commissioning milestones.

The role requires a strong site execution leader currently handling complete site responsibility for large-scale Solar PV projects. Profiles limited to Civil Lead, Electrical Lead, or Project Planning/Project Management roles without overall site leadership experience will not fit the requirement.

3) Principal Accountabilities & Supporting Actions:

Accountability

Supporting Actions

Overall Site Construction Leadership Lead end-to-end construction activities for 100+ MW Solar PV projects from site mobilization to commissioning readiness.

Execution Management Drive execution across civil works, module mounting structures, module installation, inverter stations, pooling substations, transmission systems, and associated electrical infrastructure.

Site Coordination & Team Leadership Lead and manage site teams including construction, EHS, QA/QC, planning, logistics, and contractor workforce.

Contractor & Vendor Management Coordinate with EPC contractors, OEMs, suppliers, and vendors to ensure timely execution and issue resolution.

Project Schedule & Milestone Management Monitor project progress, track milestones, identify risks, and implement recovery plans to meet project timelines.

EHS & Quality Compliance Ensure adherence to EHS standards, permit systems, quality requirements, and zero-harm culture across all construction activities.

Logistics & Resource Planning Manage site logistics, material availability, manpower deployment, heavy equipment, and construction resources for uninterrupted execution.

Stakeholder & Local Coordination Liaise with local authorities, landowners, utilities, and project stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.

Cost & Productivity Monitoring Monitor site productivity, optimize resource utilization, and control construction costs within approved budgets.

Commissioning Readiness & Handover Ensure punch-point closure, testing readiness, statutory compliance, and seamless handover to commissioning and O&M teams.

4) Job Purpose of Direct Reports:

Direct reports support discipline-wise execution, safety compliance, quality assurance, planning, logistics, and contractor coordination to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.

• Civil Construction Leads: Manage grading, foundations, roads, drainage, and infrastructure works.
• Electrical Construction Leads: Drive DC and AC electrical execution, inverter stations, pooling substations, and transmission systems.
• Mechanical / Structural Leads: Manage module mounting structures, tracker installation, and module erection activities.
• EHS Team: Ensure implementation of site safety systems and statutory compliance.
• Planning Engineers: Monitor project schedules, progress tracking, and reporting.
• QA/QC Engineers: Ensure construction quality standards and inspection compliance.

5) Relationships (If Applicable):

Internal

Stakeholder

Frequency

Nature

Project Leadership / HO Teams Weekly Progress reviews, escalations, and execution alignment

Engineering & Design Team Weekly Technical clarifications and design coordination

Procurement & SCM Weekly Material readiness and logistics coordination

EHS & Quality Teams Daily / Weekly Safety compliance and quality monitoring

Planning & Commercial Teams Weekly Progress tracking, billing, and milestone reviews

External

Stakeholder

Frequency

Nature

EPC Contractors Daily Construction management and execution coordination

OEMs & Equipment Suppliers Weekly Equipment installation, testing, and commissioning support

Vendors & Service Providers Daily / Weekly Material supply and execution support

Local Authorities / DISCOM / Utilities As Required Statutory approvals, grid connectivity, and site coordination

Third-party Inspectors / Consultants As Required Quality inspections, testing, and certifications

Local Communities / Landowners As Required Site administration and stakeholder management

Qualifications:

• Full-time B.E./B.Tech (Mandatory) – Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• 15–18 years of relevant experience in utility-scale Solar PV project construction and site execution.
• Must currently be working as a Site Head / Construction Head handling complete Solar project site responsibility.
• Experience in execution of 100+ MW Solar PV project portfolios is preferred.
• Strong exposure to civil works, MMS/Tracker installation, module erection, inverter stations, pooling substations (33/132/220/400 kV), transmission systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Proven experience managing large multi-functional site teams, EPC contractors, OEMs, and vendors.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, EHS practices, quality systems, and project execution controls.
• Experience working at remote project sites with strong stakeholder and local administration coordination.
• Proficiency in SAP/ERP, MS Excel, MS Project/Primavera, and construction monitoring/reporting tools.