Global Chief Executive Officer

This is a rare opportunity to build a globally export-driven bridge bearings company from the ground up, with full P&L ownership and promoter support.

A valued client of CraftmyCV, this organization is a well-established leader in India's infrastructure and construction sector, with more than five decades of experience. It has earned a strong reputation for successfully executing large-scale infrastructure projects such as national highways, expressways, bridges, and institutional developments. Alongside this legacy, the company has launched a new-age infrastructure manufacturing venture specializing in highway and bridge bearings. Its vision is to build a globally competitive, export-driven business that delivers high-quality bridge bearing solutions to international markets, while continuing to strengthen its foundation in India.

You'll be heading a new-age infrastructure manufacturing venture focused onhighway and bridge bearings. The vision is to build aglobally competitive, export-led business, supplying high-quality bridge bearing solutions to international infrastructure markets while maintaining a strong India base. The Bridge Bearings vertical aims to expand its presence in global infrastructure markets through exports, strategic partnerships, and international EPC collaborations.

Mandate & Success Definition

The CEO willbuild Steeltech into a predominantly export-revenue company, with global certifications, strong international client relationships, and scalable manufacturing operations. Success = Exports as majority revenue + Global approvals + Profitable growth

Core Objectives (First 3 Years)

Establish Steeltech as arecognized international supplierof bridge bearings

Buildexport markets contributing 6070%+ of total revenue

Secure approvals withglobal EPCs, consultants, and authorities

Scale manufacturing withworld-class quality, cost competitiveness, and delivery reliability

Key Responsibilities

Export & Global Business (Primary Focus)

Define and execute anexport-first strategy(Middle East, Africa, SE Asia, Europe, Australia, etc.)

Identify target countries, entry routes, distributors, EPC tie-ups

Lead international tenders, pre-qualifications, negotiations, and client relationships

Manufacturing & Quality

Build and scaleexport-ready manufacturing

Ensure compliance withEN, ASTM, AASHTO, BS, ISO, IRC, MORTHstandards

Drive cost efficiency, productivity, and consistent quality

P&L Ownership

Full responsibility forrevenue, margins, cash flow, forex exposure, and working capital

Pricing strategies factoring currency, logistics, duties, and international risks

Product, R&D & Innovation

Develop globally competitivebearing solutionsaligned with international codes

Continuous improvement in design, durability, and lifecycle performance

Organization & Governance

Build leadership capability acrossexports, QA/QC, manufacturing, logistics, and finance

Establish robust systems, controls, and governance for an international business

Experience

1825+ years inbridge bearings / infrastructure components / heavy engineering

Proven track record inbuilding export-led businesses

Exposure tointernational EPCs, consultants, and government projects

Prior role asCEO / Business Head / International Business Head / COO

Skills

Strong technical understanding ofbridge bearings

Deep knowledge ofinternational certifications and approvals

Excellent commercial, contractual, and cross-border negotiation skills

Leadership Style

Entrepreneurial, hands-on, execution-focused

Global mindset with strong stakeholder credibility

High integrity and ownership orientation

Reporting

Reports toBoard / Promoter Directors

Location

India (manufacturing base) withextensive international travel

International candidates with experience in global infrastructure markets are strongly encouraged to apply. Relocation to India will be supported for the right candidate.