Overview:
The Technical Lead - Planning will spearhead urban planning initiatives under the Tamil Nadu Project Management Unit (PMU), supporting the implementation of the India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP). The role focuses on state-wide coordination, heat-resilient urban planning, financing thermally comfortable real estate projects, and introducing innovative cooling technologies such as district cooling and cooling as a service. This position requires a deep understanding of urban planning frameworks and solid collaboration with government departments, private sector entities, and other key stakeholders. Please read the full post carefully till the end before applying. Applications submitted via Easy Apply will not be vetted unless all additional requested information is provided.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership and Coordination:
Lead the implementation of ICAP initiatives across Tamil Nadu, ensuring alignment with state-specific priorities.
Develop strategies and provide advisory support for heat-resilient urban planning,



integrating nature-based solutions and passive cooling technologies.
Coordinate project teams and ensure timely and high-quality outputs.
Identify business and financing opportunities for thermally comfortable and passively cooled real estate projects, collaborating with housing and urban development authorities.
Guide the implementation of district cooling systems, cooling-as-a-service models, and cold chain technologies to support energy-efficient cooling solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building:
Act as a liaison with state government agencies, including housing, urban planning, and environmental departments, to facilitate the adoption of sustainable cooling solutions.
Engage with real estate developers, financial institutions, and industry associations for capacity-building initiatives.
Organize workshops, training programs, and stakeholder consultations to raise awareness about heat-resilient planning and sustainabl

📌 Technical Lead (Chennai)
🏢 Auroville Consulting
📍 Chennai