BU
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EDRC (Substation), PT&D IC
Job Role
: Senior Chief Engg. Manager
Reports to (Job
Role)
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Head of Engineering
Reportee (Job
Role)
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Team of Lead Engineers, Design Engineers, and Drafting Team
Interfaces:
Project Management, Procurement, Construction, Quality, Safety, Clients, Consultants, Statutory Authorities
Geographical Scope:
Projects at Multiple International locations / projects as assigned
Minimum Qualification
: B.E. / B. Tech in Civil & Structural Engineering. (It is preferable to have Post-graduation in Structural / Geo- technological Engineering.)
Experience :
20-25 years in Civil & Structural design and engineering in the T&D sector, with at least 8–10 years in a senior leadership role.
Objective :
To lead and manage the Civil & Structural engineering function for Substation projects and special projects within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector, ensuring delivery of safe, cost-effective, and technically sound engineering solutions that meet client requirements, project timelines, and organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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Leadership & Management
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Lead the Civil & Structural engineering team for substation and special projects in the T&D sector.
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Define engineering strategy, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of all engineering outputs.
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Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the team.
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Engineering Design & Review
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Oversee preparation and validation of civil & structural designs, drawings, and BOQs for substations, foundations, buildings, and associated structures.
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Ensure compliance with international codes (IEC, ACI, ASTM) and local regulatory standards.
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Drive value engineering and cost optimization in design without compromising safety or reliability.
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Project Execution Support
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Ensure timely issuance of IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings and address technical queries from project sites.
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Provide expert technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
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Quality Assurance & Risk Management
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Establish robust engineering quality processes and review mechanisms.
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Identify potential technical risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
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Stakeholder Coordination
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Liaise with clients, consultants, and authorities to secure approvals and resolve design-related concerns.
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Represent the engineering team in internal and external project review meetings.
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Innovation & Technology Adoption
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Promote digital engineering practices, including BIM, 3D modeling, and advanced design software (STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD).
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Encourage adoption of sustainable and future-ready design solutions.
Key Challenges
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Managing multiple high-value projects under strict timelines.
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Maintaining compliance across diverse regulatory environments.
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Driving standardization and quality in geographically dispersed teams.
Technical Expertise
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Substation foundations, equipment support structures, control buildings, and GIS/AIS substation layouts.
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Structural design software proficiency: STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
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Knowledge of geotechnical design considerations.
Skills & Competencies
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Leadership and team management.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
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Knowledge of project management principles and commercial awareness.