Head Hunter India is partnering with a leading organization in the steel manufacturing sector to find an experienced Project Head - Mechanical Engineering . This critical role will oversee the execution of complex mechanical projects, including greenfield and brownfield expansions, mill modernizations, and plant-level upgrades . The ideal candidate will bring deep technical acumen, robust project management capability, and a robust execution focus across all mechanical engineering functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Engineering & Planning:
- Own the full mechanical scope of capital projects , ranging from rolling mills and structural steelworks to reheating furnaces and auxiliary mechanical systems.
- Interface with consultants and OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to finalize layouts, technical drawings, equipment designs, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
- Conduct feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and risk assessments .
- Execution & Monitoring:
- Coordinate mechanical fabrication, erection, fit-up, alignment, piping, and structural works .




- Drive site-level execution in accordance with established timelines, quality standards, and safety protocols.
- Track daily progress , effectively handle bottlenecks, and enforce timely decision-making.
- Vendor & Contractor Oversight:
- Identify and onboard mechanical contractors, vendors, and equipment suppliers through thorough technical and commercial evaluations.
- Monitor vendor SLAs (Service Level Agreements), fabrication quality, adherence to design specifications, and delivery schedules.
- Budget & Cost Management:
- Prepare comprehensive mechanical budgets , project cost estimates, and detailed execution schedules.
- Ensure stringent cost control through value engineering, process optimization, and waste reduction initiatives.
- QA/QC and EHS:
- Conduct regular inspections , stage-wise mechanical testing, and Non-Destructive Evaluations (NDTs).
- Ensure strict compliance with EHS (Environmental,

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