Logistics Manager - AI Data Center Construction, Commissioning and Operations Readiness

Relevant Experience: 3-5 years
Overall Experience: 5-7 years
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead construction logistics, heavy-equipment delivery, material flow, storage, preservation and logistics transition to operations for the Odisha AI Data Center. Construction execution and readiness for protected handover are the first responsibilities. Following formal system acceptance, the role will support or assume steady-state operations responsibilities where applicable.

Key Responsibilities
Construction Logistics Planning
• Develop and maintain site logistics plans covering gates, routes, traffic flow, delivery slots, laydown, warehousing and internal movement.
• Align logistics plans with the master schedule, short-term look-aheads and contractor workfront requirements.
• Plan for phased buildings, shared infrastructure and future campus expansion.
• Coordinate temporary roads, hardstands, crane positions,



access restrictions and restoration.

Long-Lead and OFCI Equipment
• Coordinate delivery of transformers, generators, UPS systems, batteries, switchgear, busways, CDUs, cooling equipment and other critical assets.
• Confirm route surveys, permits, escorts, unloading resources, lifting plans, foundations and storage readiness.
• Track equipment from dispatch through receipt, inspection, preservation, installation and turnover.
• Maintain custody, condition, damage and shortage records.

Material and Site Control
• Manage delivery booking, vehicle entry, unloading, inspection, storage and issue to workfronts.
• Coordinate secure, clean and weather-appropriate storage for sensitive equipment.
• Monitor packaging, preservation, environmental requirements and periodic inspections.
• Coordinate with Security, EHS, QA/QC, Procurement, CSA and MEP teams.

Handover and Operational Logistics
• Support phased removal of const

📌 Logistics Manager (Bhubaneswar)
🏢 HCLTech
📍 Bhubaneswar