Project Execution Lead - Renewable Energy (Wind)

JOB PURPOSE The Project Execution Lead will be responsible for end-to-end execution, delivery, and commissioning of renewable energy projects (Wind, Hybrid, and Storage). The role requires strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities to manage multi-disciplinary engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities. The individual will take full accountability for project timelines, budgets, quality, stakeholder coordination, and risk management. ORGANISATION CHART Chief Business Officer -> Lead Design & Engineering (Wind & Solar) KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Accountabilities Key Performance Indicators Project Planning & Management Lead complete lifecycle of RE projects from Notice-to-Proceed (NTP) to COD. Prepare, review, and drive Project Execution Plans, resource plans, risk registers, and quality assurance processes. Develop and monitor project schedules using tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent PM platforms. Lead weekly & monthly progress review meetings with internal teams, EPC partners, OEMs, and contractors. Technical Oversight Oversee detailed engineering for civil, electrical, and mechanical BoP — foundations, structures, switchyards, transmission lines, SCADA, WTG interfaces, etc. Validate engineering drawings, technical specifications, and design changes. Ensure design coxmpliance with Indian and international codes, CEA regulations, OEM guidelines, and state policies. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Additional Details Accountabilities Key Performance Indicators Costing & Budget Control Prepare and validate BoP cost estimates (civil, electrical, mechanical). Evaluate cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality or safety. Monitor project budgets, cash flows, and certify contractor invoices. Conduct techno-commercial analysis for variations, claims, and change orders . Contractor, Local Stakeholders & Vendor Management Manage EPC contractors, OEMs, subcontractors, and site vendors to ensure timely and quality delivery. Evaluate technical and commercial proposals during procurement. Ensure strict adherence to contractual obligations, SLAs, and project milestones. Resolve site-level disputes and ensure smooth coordination. Site Execution & Quality Management Lead site execution teams across multiple sites as required. Ensure adherence to quality standards, method statements, and inspection & test plans (ITPs). Drive site audits, material inspections, and quality compliance for all BoP works. . Safety, Statutory & Compliance Enforce safety culture and compliance with corporate EHS standards. Ensure statutory approvals from CEIG, SLDC, STU, DISCOM, Pollution Control Boards, etc. Engage with government agencies, local authorities, land owners, and stakeholders. Commissioning & Handover Lead mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, testing, and final commissioning activities. Ensure successful synchronization with the grid and COD certifications. Handover project to O&M teams with complete documentation. Stakeholder Management Coordinate with internal teams — Engineering, SCM, Finance, Commercial, Legal, BD, and O&M. Provide regular project status updates to management and investors. Maintain strong relationships with government bodies, OEMs, EPC partners, and regulatory authorities. EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS Government agencies, regulatory bodies, EPC contractors, technology providers, industry forums External Vendors and contractors INTERNAL INTERACTIONS Engineering & Design, Procurement & SCM, Contracts & Finance, Regulatory & Approvals Teams, EPC Contractors & Vendors, Head Office Leadership. FINANCIAL DIMENSIONS Multi crore rupee nuclear project budgets; long-term revenue planning OTHER DIMENSIONS Cross-functional teams; multi-country project management EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS <B.Tech> / B.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering (mandatory). PMP / Prince2 certification (preferred but not mandatory). RELEVANT EXPERIENCE 15–18 years in project execution of large-scale wind, hybrid, or RE + storage projects in India Strong expertise in BoP engineering and costing (civil, electrical, mechanical) Good knowledge of WTGs, inverters, transformers, switchyard construction, transmission line works, and SCADA systems Experience executing projects of 100 MW+ in Wind (preferred: hybrid projects) Technical Competencies Proficiency in project management tools: MS Project, Primavera, SAP, ERP, or similar. Strong understanding of project planning, tracking, risk management, and reporting. Ability to manage large-scale EPC contracts and multiple project sites. COMPETENCIES Capability Building Social Awareness Planning & Decision Making Execution & Results Strategic Orientation Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking Networking Personal Effectiveness Teamwork & Interpersonal influence Stakeholder Focus