Job Description

1) Job Purpose:

To lead end-to-end site construction and execution activities for large-scale Solar PV projects (100+ MW portfolio) by driving safe, timely, and cost-effective project delivery while managing all site functions, EPC contractors, vendors, and cross-functional execution teams.

2) Job Context & Major Challenges:

Operating from remote solar project sites, the role is responsible for overall construction leadership and execution management across multiple work fronts including civil, structural, electrical, module installation, inverter stations, pooling substations, transmission systems, testing, commissioning coordination, logistics, EHS, and stakeholder management.

Key challenges include managing large-scale execution under aggressive timelines, coordinating multiple EPC contractors and vendors, ensuring timely availability of materials and resources, driving workforce productivity, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, resolving site-level execution bottlenecks, and ensuring seamless coordination across all site functions to achieve project commissioning milestones.

The role requires a strong site execution leader currently handling complete site responsibility for large-scale Solar PV projects. Profiles limited to Civil Lead, Electrical Lead, or Project Planning/Project Management roles without overall site leadership experience will not fit the requirement.

3) Principal Accountabilities & Supporting Actions:

AccountabilitySupporting Actions
Overall Site Construction LeadershipLead end-to-end construction activities for 100+ MW Solar PV projects from site mobilization to commissioning readiness.
Execution ManagementDrive execution across civil works, module mounting structures, module installation, inverter stations, pooling substations, transmission systems, and associated electrical infrastructure.
Site Coordination & Team LeadershipLead and manage site teams including construction, EHS, QA/QC, planning, logistics, and contractor workforce.
Contractor & Vendor ManagementCoordinate with EPC contractors, OEMs, suppliers, and vendors to ensure timely execution and issue resolution.




Project Schedule & Milestone ManagementMonitor project progress, track milestones, identify risks, and implement recovery plans to meet project timelines.
EHS & Quality ComplianceEnsure adherence to EHS standards, permit systems, quality requirements, and zero-harm culture across all construction activities.
Logistics & Resource PlanningManage site logistics, material availability, manpower deployment, heavy equipment, and construction resources for uninterrupted execution.
Stakeholder & Local CoordinationLiaise with local authorities, landowners, utilities, and project stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.
Cost & Productivity MonitoringMonitor site productivity, optimize resource utilization, and control construction costs within approved budgets.
Commissioning Readiness & HandoverEnsure punch-point closure, testing readiness, statutory compliance, and seamless handover to commissioning and O&M; teams.

4) Job Purpose of Direct Reports:

Direct reports support discipline-wise execution, safety compliance, quality assurance, planning, logistics, and contractor coordination to ensure timely and effective project delivery.

- Civil Construction Leads: Manage grading, foundations, roads, drainage, and infrastructure works.
- Electrical Construction Leads: Drive DC and AC electrical execution, inverter stations, pooling substations, and transmission systems.
- Mechanical / Structural Leads: Manage module mounting structures, tracker installation, and module erection activities.
- EHS Team: Ensure implementation of site safety systems and statutory compliance.
- Planning Engineers: Monitor project schedules, progress tracking, and reporting.
- QA/QC Engineers: Ensure construction quality standards and inspection compliance.

5)



Relationships (If Applicable):

Internal

StakeholderFrequencyNature
Project Leadership / HO TeamsWeeklyProgress reviews, escalations, and execution alignment
Engineering & Design TeamWeeklyTechnical clarifications and design coordination
Procurement & SCMWeeklyMaterial readiness and logistics coordination
EHS & Quality TeamsDaily / WeeklySafety compliance and quality monitoring
Planning & Commercial TeamsWeeklyProgress tracking, billing, and milestone reviews

External

StakeholderFrequencyNature
EPC ContractorsDailyConstruction management and execution coordination
OEMs & Equipment SuppliersWeeklyEquipment installation, testing, and commissioning support
Vendors & Service ProvidersDaily / WeeklyMaterial supply and execution support
Local Authorities / DISCOM / UtilitiesAs RequiredStatutory approvals, grid connectivity, and site coordination
Third-party Inspectors / ConsultantsAs RequiredQuality inspections, testing, and certifications
Local Communities / LandownersAs RequiredSite administration and stakeholder management

Qualifications:

- Full-time B.E./B.Tech (Mandatory) - Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
- 15-18 years of relevant experience in utility-scale Solar PV project construction and site execution.
- Must currently be working as a Site Head / Construction Head handling complete Solar project site responsibility.
- Experience in execution of 100+ MW Solar PV project portfolios is preferred.
- Strong exposure to civil works, MMS/Tracker installation, module erection, inverter stations, pooling substations (33/132/220/400 kV), transmission systems, testing, and commissioning.
- Proven experience managing large multi-functional site teams, EPC contractors, OEMs, and vendors.
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, EHS practices, quality systems, and project execution controls.
- Experience working at remote project sites with strong stakeholder and local administration coordination.
- Proficiency in SAP/ERP, MS Excel, MS Project/Primavera, and construction monitoring/reporting tools.

📌 Site Head Solar - Rajasthan (India)
🏢 Aditya Birla Group
📍 India