Project Manager

Position: Project Manager Role Objective Own *end-to-end execution of decentralized solar EPC projects* from financial handover to commissioning and handover to O&M, ensuring *schedule adherence, cost control, quality compliance, and client satisfaction* across multiple concurrent sites. Key Responsibilities 1. Project Execution & Delivery (Post Financial Closure) * Lead execution of rooftop and ground-mounted solar EPC projects from *financial handover to commissioning*. * Ensure delivery as per *approved scope, drawings, BOQs, timelines, and safety standards*. * Drive commissioning, statutory approvals, and final handover to O&M teams. 2. Project Planning & Monitoring * Develop *detailed project execution schedules* (MS Project / equivalent) with defined milestones and dependencies. * Track daily/weekly progress, identify slippages early, and implement *corrective actions*. * Maintain updated *project trackers and status reports* for management review. 3. Team, Site & Contractor Management * Manage site engineers, supervisors, EPC partners, subcontractors, and vendors across multiple locations. * Conduct regular site visits to review progress, quality, safety, and manpower deployment. * Ensure discipline in *daily site reporting, material tracking, and work measurements*. 4. Vendor & Statutory Coordination * Coordinate vendor onboarding, performance monitoring, and compliance with contractual obligations. * Manage statutory and regulatory interfaces including *DISCOMs, CEIG, electrical inspectors, net-metering, and grid connectivity*. * Ensure timely submission and closure of all statutory documentation. 5. Budgeting, Cost Control & Commercial Discipline * Review and approve *BOQs, work orders, and subcontractor scopes* in line with approved budgets. * Track project costs vs. budget and flag overruns with mitigation plans. * Support finance team with *RA bill certification, measurement validation, and cost forecasts*. 6. Quality, Safety & Documentation* * Ensure installations comply with *approved designs, technical standards, OEM guidelines, and safety norms*. * Enforce quality checklists, inspection records, and safety protocols at site. * Maintain complete project documentation including drawings, test reports, certificates, and as-built records for audit-ready handover. 7. Client & Stakeholder Management* * Act as the *single point of contact* for PSU clients, consultants, and authorities during execution. * Manage client communications, site meetings, progress reviews, and issue resolution professionally. * Ensure expectations are managed and contractual obligations are met without scope creep. 8. Risk Identification & Issue Resolution* * Proactively identify *technical, regulatory, supply-chain, or execution risks*. * Develop and execute mitigation plans in coordination with Design, Procurement, and Finance teams. * Escalate critical issues with data-backed options and recommended actions. 9. Cross-Functional Coordination* * Work closely with *Design, Procurement, Finance, Contracts, and O&M* teams to ensure seamless execution. * Ensure adherence to internal *SOPs, approval matrices, and documentation standards*. Requirements Experience & Domain * Proven experience managing *solar EPC projects (rooftop and/or ground-mounted)*. * Strong exposure to *multi-site execution*, PSU/government projects preferred. * Hands-on understanding of *electrical, civil, structural, and balance-of-system coordination*. Technical & Managerial Skills * Strong project planning and tracking capability (MS Project / Primavera / Zoho Projects or similar). * Ability to manage vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams with discipline. * Solid understanding of *DISCOM processes, CEIG approvals, net-metering, and commissioning workflows*. Qualifications * B.Tech / B.E. (Electrical / Mechanical / Civil preferred). * PMP or equivalent certification *preferred but not mandatory*. Behavioral Traits * Ownership mindset with strong execution bias. * Structured communicator with calm escalation and decision-making ability. * Willingness to travel and manage projects across geographies.