We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Deputy Director to support the Project Director in the planning, coordination, execution, and monitoring of EPC construction projects. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring smooth communication among stakeholders, tracking project progress, coordinating resources, maintaining project documentation, and assisting in project delivery within schedule, budget, and quality requirements.

The candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Operations

- Director Support & Succession: Assist the Director of Construction in defining department goals, policies, and long-term strategies. Act as the primary authority in the Director's absence.

- Operational Streamlining: Evaluate and improve construction workflows, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.

- Team Performance: Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Senior Project Managers, Construction Managers, and technical staff.

Project Execution & Oversight

- Portfolio Management: Oversee multiple construction projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within scope, and on budget.

- Troubleshooting: Step in to resolve critical project bottlenecks, contract disputes, delays, or technical challenges that project managers cannot solve alone.

- Resource Planning: Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials across various active job sites to prevent shortages or redundancies.

Financial & Budgetary Management

- Fiscal Oversight: Assist in developing and managing multi-million dollar departmental and project budgets.

- Cost Control: Monitor financial reports, approve major change orders, and implement cost-saving measures to prevent budget overruns.

- Bidding & Procurement: Review estimates, negotiate contracts with prime contractors/consultants, and oversee the procurement of materials and services.





Compliance, Safety & Quality Assurance

- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to local building codes, zoning laws, environmental regulations, and federal/state guidelines.

- Safety Culture: Champion strict safety protocols on-site (e.g., OSHA compliance) to minimize accidents and liability.

- Quality Control: Conduct periodic site inspections to ensure workmanship meets design specifications and institutional standards.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

- Liaison Duties: Act as a key point of contact for external stakeholders, including government officials, architects, engineers, community boards, and clients.

- Contractor Relations: Build and maintain solid working relationships with general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain project records, reports, correspondence, meeting minutes, and project documentation.

- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly project progress reports for management and clients.

- Monitor project KPIs and provide regular status updates to the Project Director.

- Ensure proper filing and retrieval of project-related documents and approvals.

Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech).

- Additional certifications in Project Management will be an advantage.

- 15 years of experience in Project Coordination, Project Management, Construction Management, or EPC project execution.

- Experience working in EPC, Industrial, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Semiconductor, or Large Construction Projects is preferred.

Required Skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

- Strong coordination, organizational, and multitasking abilities.

- Proficiency in MSP/ Primavera P6/ Zoho Projects, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project Reporting tools.

- Ability to prepare project reports, presentations, and meeting minutes.

- Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.

- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

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