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.
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.
Direct reports support discipline-wise execution, safety compliance, quality assurance, planning, logistics, and contractor coordination to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
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Civil Construction Leads: Manage grading, foundations, roads, drainage, and infrastructure works.
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Electrical Construction Leads: Drive DC and AC electrical execution, inverter stations, pooling substations, and transmission systems.
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Mechanical / Structural Leads: Manage module mounting structures, tracker installation, and module erection activities.
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EHS Team: Ensure implementation of site safety systems and statutory compliance.
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Planning Engineers: Monitor project schedules, progress tracking, and reporting.
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QA/QC Engineers: Ensure construction quality standards and inspection compliance.
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
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
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Full-time B.E./B.Tech (Mandatory) – Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
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15–18 years of relevant experience in utility-scale Solar PV project construction and site execution.
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Must currently be working as a Site Head / Construction Head handling complete Solar project site responsibility.
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Experience in execution of 100+ MW Solar PV project portfolios is preferred.
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Strong exposure to civil works, MMS/Tracker installation, module erection, inverter stations, pooling substations (33/132/220/400 kV), transmission systems, testing, and commissioning.
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Proven experience managing large multi-functional site teams, EPC contractors, OEMs, and vendors.
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Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, EHS practices, quality systems, and project execution controls.
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Experience working at remote project sites with strong stakeholder and local administration coordination.
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Proficiency in SAP/ERP, MS Excel, MS Project/Primavera, and construction monitoring/reporting tools.
