Roles And Responsibilities-
The Head Engineering will provide strategic leadership and operational direction to the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction functions of the company's real estate business. This role will be accountable for end-to-end delivery of multiple projects (residential, commercial, mixed-use, or townships) by integrating design, procurement, contracts, and construction management. The position ensures timely delivery of high-quality projects within approved budgets, while also building a strong Engineering capability aligned to the company's growth plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic & Business Leadership
- Develop the Engineering strategy in line with the company's real estate business objectives.
- Drive long-term planning of project pipeline, resource allocation, and capability development.
- Introduce innovative construction technologies, digital project monitoring tools, and sustainable building practices.
- Provide thought leadership to position the company as an industry leader in execution excellence.
- Project Planning & Delivery
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within cost budgets, and meet quality benchmarks.
- Establish project governance frameworks, including risk management, escalation mechanisms, and reporting structures.
- Coordinate with Design, Business Development, Sales, Finance, and Operations teams for alignment of project objectives.
- Engineering & Design Management
- Review and validate architectural, structural, MEP, and service designs for technical accuracy and feasibility.
- Implement value engineering solutions for cost optimization without compromising quality.
- Ensure engineering deliverables are aligned with regulatory norms, environmental standards, and sustainability goals (e.g., IGBC/LEED certification).
- Procurement & Contracting
- Develop strong vendor ecosystem for contractors, consultants, and material suppliers.
- Ensure procurement is cost-efficient, transparent, and compliant with company policies.
- Create long-term partnerships with suppliers and contractors to secure competitive advantage.
- Construction & Execution
- Provide oversight on construction execution across all sites.
- Monitor project progress, site productivity, safety, and quality.
- Ensure statutory compliance with RERA, local building codes, fire, and environmental regulations.
- Troubleshoot site-level technical and coordination challenges.
- Institutionalize Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) practices across all projects.
- People Leadership & Capability Building
- Build and lead a high-performing multidisciplinary Engineering team
- Mentor project managers and engineers to take on larger responsibilities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, performance orientation, and innovation.
- Define KPIs, conduct regular performance reviews, and enable training interventions.
- Financial Management & Reporting
- Drive budgeting, cost control, and cash flow management across projects.
- Implement robust project MIS and dashboard reporting for real-time tracking.
- Regularly present project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to top management and the Board.
- Ensure audit and compliance readiness across all Engineering functions.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
- B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering (mandatory); Master's in Construction Management / MBA preferred.
- 1825 years of progressive experience in Project Management roles in real estate, construction, or infrastructure.
- Minimum 57 years in a senior leadership role managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
- Proven track record of delivering complex residential, commercial, or township projects on time and within budget.
Must have skills
- Business Acumen
- Strategic Thinking & Planning
- Customer Centricity
- Networking/ Managing Network
- Result Orientation
- Leading Teams
Good to have skills
- Technical Expertise
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Innovative Mindset
