Job Title:
Project Engineer – Commercial Kitchen (Execution)
Location:
[Project Sites / HO + Site Travel Required]
Reporting To:
CEO/Director
Role Objective:
To execute end-to-end installation and commissioning of commercial kitchen projects, ensuring adherence to design drawings, technical specifications, timelines, safety standards, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Execution & Site Management
Execute turnkey commercial kitchen projects (hot kitchen, bakery, cold kitchen, dishwashing areas, utility sections).
Interpret GA drawings, services drawings (MEP), shop drawings, BOQs.
Coordinate site readiness with civil, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC teams.
Monitor daily site progress and ensure milestone adherence.
2. Installation & Coordination
Supervise installation of:
Cooking equipment (ranges, tilting boilers, combi ovens)
Refrigeration systems (cold rooms, deep freezers)
Utility systems (exhaust, fresh air, gas pipeline)
Ensure alignment with technical specifications and consultant approvals.
Coordinate with vendors, fabricators, and subcontractors.
3. MEP & Services Integration
Ensure proper execution of:
Electrical load connections & panel interfacing
Gas bank installation & pipeline testing
Drainage slopes and water inlet connections
Exhaust ducting & ventilation balancing
Cross-check site conditions vs drawings before installation.
4. Quality Control & Compliance
Ensure work complies with:
Food safety standards (FSSAI norms)
Fire safety requirements
Local authority approvals
Conduct inspection checklists and snag rectification.
5. Testing & Commissioning
Perform pre-commissioning checks.
Coordinate trial runs of equipment.
Ensure performance validation as per specifications.
Handover system with documentation and client training.
6. Documentation & Reporting
Maintain:
Daily progress reports (DPR)
Material inward/outward records
Installation checklists
As-built drawings
Support billing team with measurement sheets and RA bills.
7. Client & Stakeholder Coordination
Act as primary site-level contact for:
Consultants
Government authorities
Client representatives
Attend site meetings and provide execution updates.
8. Cost & Resource Management
Track material consumption vs BOQ
Minimize wastage and rework
Coordinate manpower deployment efficiently
Required Qualifications:
Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering
2–6 years experience in:
Commercial kitchen projects
Hospitality / institutional kitchen execution
MEP coordination projects
Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of:
Kitchen equipment layouts & workflow
MEP services coordination
Gas systems & ventilation design basics
Proficiency in:
AutoCAD (mandatory)
MS Excel / Project tracking tools
Key Competencies:
Site problem-solving ability
Coordination & communication skills
Time management & deadline focus
Attention to technical detail
Ability to work under pressure on multiple sites
Preferred Experience:
Industrial kitchen projects / central kitchens / hotels kitchens
Experience with turnkey contractors
Exposure to high-capacity kitchens (1000+ meals)
KPIs / Performance Metrics:
Project completion within timeline
Zero major rework / quality deviations
Client satisfaction score
Cost control vs BOQ
Successful commissioning without delays
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: ₹242,067.37 - ₹794,751.22 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
