THE ROLE

JSM Group is a leading engineering and infrastructure organization delivering complex power, energy, utility, and infrastructure projects. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an accomplished Head of Design – Civil to lead our Civil Engineering Design function and play a critical role in the successful delivery of large-scale power and infrastructure projects.

This leadership role will work closely with the Managing Director , clients, project teams, and multidisciplinary design departments to ensure engineering excellence, innovation, and successful project execution across the business.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Essential

· Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.

· 15+ years of progressive experience in Civil Engineering Design.

· Proven experience leading the civil design function for major power, utility, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

· Strong background in substation civil works, utility infrastructure, and heavy engineering projects.

· Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.

· Extensive client-facing experience and stakeholder management capability.

· Strong understanding of civil design deliverables, construction methodologies, and engineering governance.

· Experience managing engineering resources, project schedules, and design budgets.

Nice to have

· Chartered Engineer (CEng), ICE, IStructE, IEI, or equivalent professional accreditation.

· Experience delivering projects within power transmission and distribution environments.

· Familiarity with National Grid, utility, energy, renewable energy, or EPC projects.

· Experience supporting technical bids, business development, and tender management activities.

Software & Technical Competencies

· The ideal candidate should have strong experience with:

- AutoCAD

- Civil 3D

- STAAD Pro

- MicroStation

- ETABS





- SAFE

- Revit

- BIM 360 / Common Data Setting Platforms

- Navisworks

- Microsoft Project

- Primavera P6

- Advanced Microsoft Office Suite

You’ll thrive here if you

· Lead and manage the Civil Design department across multiple projects and disciplines.

· Serve as the technical authority for all civil engineering design activities.

· Develop and implement engineering design standards, processes, and best practices.

· Review and approve civil engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and design deliverables.

· Ensure designs are compliant with relevant national and international standards, regulations, and client requirements.

· Drive innovation, value engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives.

· Provide technical leadership across a wide range of civil engineering activities including:

• Substation civil design (AIS & GIS substations)

• Foundations and structural support systems

• Site grading and earthworks

• Roads, pavements, and access infrastructure

• Retaining walls and slope stabilization

• Drainage and stormwater management systems

• Underground utility coordination

• Buildings and control room structures

• Steel and reinforced concrete structures

• Geotechnical interpretation and foundation solutions

• Construction methodology reviews and temporary works assessments

Team Leadership & Development

· Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team comprising:

• Design Leads

• Principal Engineers

• Senior Civil Engineers

• Civil Engineers

• Structural Engineers

• CAD/BIM Designers

· Establish performance objectives and development plans for team members.

· Build a culture focused on collaboration, accountability, innovation, and technical excellence.

· Support recruitment, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives.

📌 Head of Design - Civil (Faridabad)
🏢 JSM Group
📍 Faridabad