Job Description

Job Title: Substation Project Manager

Department:

EPC - Transmission & Substation

Location:

Project Site / Head Office

Reports To:

Senior Management

Role Overview

We are hiring a

Substation Project Manager

who will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of high-voltage substation projects--from planning and design coordination through construction, testing, commissioning, and hand-over.
The role requires strong technical expertise in electrical systems, excellent project-management acumen, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

? Lead overall project execution for substations (132 kV, 220 kV, and above) -- covering civil, mechanical, and electrical scope.

? Review and validate project designs, drawings, and technical specifications.

? Develop detailed project schedules and resource plans; monitor progress against milestones.

? Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless execution.

? Oversee site activities -- civil works, equipment erection, cabling, testing, and commissioning.

? Liaise with clients, consultants, and statutory authorities for technical reviews, approvals, and inspections.

? Ensure adherence to technical standards (IS/IEC/IEEE), QA/QC procedures, and HSE norms.

? Manage project budgets, forecasts, billing schedules, and overall cost control.

? Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines.

? Lead and mentor site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to achieve performance targets.

? Prepare progress reports, project documentation, and ensure timely close-out and hand-over.

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Maintain strong communication with the client and consultants

, provide periodic progress updates, attend review meetings, and ensure timely resolution of issues.

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Handle correspondence and official communication

-- draft technical and commercial letters, progress reports, and compliance documentation in line with utility and PSU standards.

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Obtain and coordinate statutory permissions

including right-of-way, land acquisition, and clearances from forest, environmental, and local authorities as applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

? Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent discipline.

? 8 - 15 years of experience in EPC project management, with direct exposure to high-voltage substation projects (132 kV and above).

? Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle -- from design and procurement coordination to commissioning.

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Experience working with public utilities, state or central PSUs, and regulatory authorities is essential.

? Strong understanding of substation equipment: power transformers, switchgear, CT/VTs, busbars, protection & control, grounding, and auxiliary systems.

? Proficiency in project-management tools (MS Project / Primavera).

? Excellent knowledge of construction management, cost control, and contract administration.

? Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and vendor relationships.

? Familiarity with national grid codes, utility standards, and safety practices.

Skills & Attributes

? Strong leadership, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.

? Excellent written and verbal communication; adept at formal correspondence.

? Analytical mindset with attention to detail and quality.

? High sense of accountability and ownership.

? Ability to thrive under deadlines and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

? Project completion within approved schedule and budget.

? Zero major safety incidents.

? Client satisfaction / quality compliance score.

? Cost variance vs. baseline.

? Timely hand-over and documentation closure.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Leave encashment Provident Fund
Experience:

total work: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person