Manager Civil Lead – Solar Projects construction

Job Description:

Civil Manager – Projects/Construction

Position Overview:

We are seeking an accomplished Civil Manager – Projects/Construction to lead and manage the civil execution of large-scale Solar PV projects. This is a strategic, site-facing role that demands deep expertise in civil engineering, strong project management capability, and the ability to deliver durable, cost-efficient, and compliant infrastructure aligned with the project’s long-term asset performance goals. The Civil Manager will be accountable for end-to-end planning, execution, and quality delivery of all civil works, ensuring adherence to IPP standards, EPC contracts, and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Civil Project Execution:

• Lead execution of all civil works including module mounting structure foundations, inverter/transformer foundations, control rooms, O&M buildings, internal roads, storm water drainage, boundary walls, and cable trenches.
• Review and validate designs, GFC drawings, BOQs, and construction methodologies for alignment with project scope and site conditions.
• Manage site construction activities ensuring compliance with contractual, statutory, and environmental obligations.
• Ensure timely availability of materials, manpower, and equipment for uninterrupted progress.
• Resolve on-ground execution challenges by coordinating with engineering, procurement, and contractors.

Quality & Compliance:

• Enforce robust QA/QC processes for all civil works in line with IS/IEC/BIS/ASTM standards and IPP quality requirements.
• Conduct stage inspections for excavation, reinforcement, formwork, concreting, curing, backfilling, and finishing.
• Drive non-conformance management, corrective actions, and audit compliance.
• Ensure durability, reliability, and performance of civil infrastructure over the plant’s lifecycle.

Project Management & Controls:

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and progress for all civil works, ensuring on-time and within-cost delivery.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and ensure adherence to HSE protocols.
• Maintain accurate MIS, dashboards, and reports for management review.
• Support contractual claims, variation orders, and billing verification related to civil works.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Lead and mentor supervisors, and contractors to build a culture of accountability, safety, and quality-first execution.
• Act as the primary interface with EPC contractors, consultants, landowners, and local authorities for civil scope.
• Represent the IPP’s interests at site by ensuring alignment of EPC deliverables with project standards and timelines.
• Provide management with clear, timely insights on civil execution status, risks, and corrective actions.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering for utility-scale solar PV plants.
• Expertise in project execution, contract management, and HSE compliance.
• Hands-on experience in construction planning, risk mitigation, and contractor management.
• Familiarity with land development, geotechnical studies, and site-specific challenges.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and client-facing communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Project, MS Office, AutoCAD, and QA/QC documentation systems.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 12+ years of civil project execution experience, with at least 5+ years in solar PV/EPC or renewable energy projects.
• Proven track record of leading civil execution for large utility-scale projects (100 MW and above).
• Experience working with EPC contractors, consultants, and IPPs, ensuring contract and technical compliance.

Key Deliverables:

• Defect-free and durable civil works, aligned with project specifications.
• On-time delivery of civil scope, synchronized with project commissioning schedule.
• Cost-optimized execution with strict adherence to quality and HSE standards.
• High compliance scores in client, consultant, and statutory audits.