Team Lead-Construction (E&I)

Thermax Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermax Limited in Pune, Maharashtra is seeking a Team Lead for Construction (E&I) with 15–20 years of hands-on experience to lead electrical and instrumentation construction across projects. The role requires coordinating with engineering, procurement, QA/QC, HSE, and client teams to ensure safe, timely, and quality execution as per approved specifications and schedules.

The position involves supervising contractors, reviewing drawings and BOQs, and driving progress through clear reporting and

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of relevant experience in E&I construction/project execution.
• Experience in EPC/Oil & Gas/Energy/Process Industry projects preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading E&I construction teams and managing contractors at project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage E&I construction activities across project sites from mobilization through commissioning and handover.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor electrical and instrumentation construction to align with schedules.
• Review drawings, specs, BOQs, and construction methodologies for effective execution.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, PM, QA/QC, HSE, commissioning teams, contractors, and clients.
• Supervise contractors and site teams to ensure productivity, quality, and adherence to procedures.
• Ensure installation of HT/LT equipment, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, cabling, earthing, lighting, and related systems.
• Oversee instrumentation installation including field instruments, junction boxes, control panels, and loop checks.
• Monitor progress and take corrective actions for delays; ensure compliance with drawings and standards.
• Drive QA/QC and HSE compliance; close punch points and inspection observations.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams for system readiness and handover.
• Prepare contractor RFQs based on scope and terms; lead construction meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project execution

Team management

Communication

HSE awareness

QA/QC knowledge

Contractor management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Electrical or Instrumentation

Job description

Job Description - Team Lead - Construction (E&I)

Experience: 15-20 Years

Department: Construction - E&I

Job Purpose:

To lead and manage Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) construction activities for projects, ensuring safe, timely, and quality execution in line with approved engineering specifications, project schedules, budgets, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage E&I construction activities across project sites, from mobilization through commissioning and handover.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor electrical and instrumentation construction activities in accordance with project schedules.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications,2D drawings,3D models, BOQs, and construction methodologies to ensure effective execution.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Project Management, QA/QC, HSE,statutory requirements, commissioning teams, contractors, and clients.
• Supervise contractors and construction teams to ensure productivity, quality, and adherence to approved work procedures.
• Ensure installation of electrical systems including HT/LT equipment, transformers,switchgear, MCCs, cable trays, ducts, cabling, earthing, lighting, and related systems.
• Oversee instrumentation installation including field instruments, junction boxes, tubing, impulse lines, instrument cables, control panels, and related systems, loop checks etc.
• Monitor construction progress against project milestones and take corrective actions for delays or constraints.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Drive implementation of quality control procedures and ensure timely closure of punch points and inspection observations.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE policies, site safety procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams for system readiness, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and successful project handover.
• Monitor material availability and coordinate with Procurement/Stores to avoid construction delays.
• Review contractor bills, work measurements, cost control and progress reports as required.
• Prepare and review daily/weekly/monthly construction progress reports and highlight key risks and requirements to management.
• Resolve site technical and execution issues in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare contractor RFQ based on scope matrix and terms & conditions, cost control etc.
• Lead construction meetings with contractors and project stakeholders, visit customer place, project location & expedite work progress.
• Mentor and develop engineers, supervisors, and site execution teams.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Sound knowledge of E&I construction and installation practices.
• Strong project execution and construction planning skills.
• Good understanding of electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to manage contractors and multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Good knowledge of QA/QC and HSE, statutory requirements.
• Ability to work under project timelines and manage execution priorities.
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.

Educational Qualification Essential:

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics &Instrumentation, or a related engineering discipline. Experience
• 15-20 years of relevant experience in E&I construction/project execution.
• Experience in EPC / Oil & Gas / Energy / Process Industry / Industrial Projects will be preferred.
• Candidates should have demonstrated experience in leading E&I construction teams and managing contractors at project sites.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Timely completion of E&I construction activities.
• Compliance with project quality and technical requirements.
• Safety performance and adherence to HSE standards.
• Construction productivity and resource optimization.
• Effective contractor and stakeholder management.
• Timely completion of punch points and project handover