Job Description:
1. The Site Manager / Site In Charge is responsible for the complete execution, management, and administration of Electrical EPC project activities at the site. The role includes planning, coordination, installation supervision, testing and commissioning, quality and safety compliance, and ensuring delivery as per project specifications and timelines.
The position requires strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, EPC processes, documentation, and customer coordination.Installation supervision for HT/LT panels, Power/distribution trafo, MV/LV capacitors, power/control cables,switchyard, electrical PDB's,& all electrical systems required in power distribution of plant
2. Project Planning & Execution
Prepare a detailed site execution plan based on project drawings, engineering inputs, and EPC schedules.
Plan and monitor daily/weekly/monthly activities for electrical, instrumentation, cabling, panel installation, and commissioning works.
Ensure installation as per electrical standards (IEC/IS), C&I specifications, IO lists, cable schedules, loop drawings, and OEM guidelines.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, HO teams, OEMs, and subcontractors for uninterrupted execution.
Resolve technical issues related to electrical distribution, control systems, instrumentation mounting, termination, and calibration.
3.Budget & Cost Control
Ensure site execution activities are carried out within the approved budget.
Minimize wastage of cables, materials, and consumables; optimize manpower usage.
Identify opportunities for cost saving in installation and rework avoidance.
Report and justify any cost variance with mitigation actions.
4.Customer Coordination
Act as the single point of contact for the customer for all site related Electrical & C&I EPC matters.
Organize and participate in site coordination meetings, technical discussions, and inspections.
Address customer issues related to drawings, work sequence, quality, or commissioning requirements.
5.Communication & Reporting
Prepare and submit:
Daily Progress Reports (DPR)
Weekly Progress Reports (WPR)
Monthly Progress Reports (MPR)
Material consumption & site inventory reports
Maintain complete transparency with HO and project managers.
Escalate site bottlenecks (technical/contractual) proactively.
6. Quality Management (QA/QC)
Ensure all installations meet electrical and instrumentation quality standards.
Conduct inspections for:
Cable laying & dressing
Earthing system installation
Transformer/Panel installation
Instrument mounting, impulse piping
Cable termination, ferruling, loop checks
Ensure compliance with QAP, FAT/SAT procedures, and EPC quality processes.
Initiate corrective actions for any non conformities.
7.HSSE Compliance (Electrical & C&I Safety Focus)
Enforce electrical and instrumentation safety practices including:
LOTO (Lockout Tagout)
PPE usage
Permit-to-work system
Safe cable pulling & energization practices
Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
Report and document all incidents, near misses, hazards, and ensure corrective measures.
8.Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with local electrical inspectorate norms, CEIG/CEI requirements.
Arrange statutory inspections for:
Transformers
HT/LT panels
DG sets
Earthing & lightning protection
Maintain all statutory records and certificates.
9.Vendor & Contractor Management
Manage electrical and C&I subcontractors to ensure adequate skilled manpower.
Verify contractor billing based on actual work progress.
Ensure timely delivery of panels, cables, instruments, junction boxes, PLCs, MCCs, and other EPC materials.
Evaluate vendor performance and adherence to specifications.
10.Testing, Commissioning & Technical Coordination
Lead end to end commissioning activities including:
Continuity & megger testing
Relay testing, breaker testing
Panel energization
Loop checking & cold/hot commissioning
Instrument calibration and functional checks
PLC/DCS logic testing & system integration
Coordinate with OEMs, commissioning engineers, and control system specialists.
Ensure completion of all commissioning dossiers and documentation.
11.Site Administration
Oversee site office operations, guest house, logistics, transport, and material storage (warehouse).
Maintain documentation: attendance, consumables, equipment logs, DPR/WPR, permits, and safety records.
Ensure discipline and timely execution by all site personnel.
12.Team Leadership
Lead and guide electrical and C&I supervisors, technicians, and commissioning teams.
Allocate work based on skill set and project requirements.
Conduct performance evaluation and continuous training/team development.
Foster teamwork, ownership, and safety culture.
L. Feedback & Continuous Improvement
Capture site learnings and share with Head Office for design/process improvements.
Propose improvements for engineering drawings, installation methodology, vendor performance, or cost efficiency.
(External) English Qualifications:
1. Electrical/C&I EPC Project Experience
2. Good Written/Verbal English Communication Skills
3.Skilled in MS Office, MS Project, reporting tools.
4. • Strong expertise in Electrical EPC installation (HT/LT systems, transformers, panels, MCC/PCC, cabling).
Good knowledge of C&I systems
Reading & interpreting SLD, GA drawings, cable schedules, hook-up drawings, loop drawings, IO lists.
Understanding QA/QC standards, FAT/SAT processes, and EPC documentation.
Ready to launch your technical service career? Apply today!
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