About the Client
One of the leading conglomerates is coming up with a construction project. 
 

Job Purpose

Construction Head for a township development oversees all construction activities, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The Construction Head will lead and manage all construction operations for the township project, from planning to completion. This role requires strategic oversight, effective team leadership, and collaboration with various stakeholders to deliver a high-quality living environment
 

Job Accountabilities – Duties & Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Management: Develop comprehensive construction plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Oversee the execution of construction activities, ensuring adherence to established plans and standards.

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary construction team, including project managers, engineers, and site supervisors. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the team.

• Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure all construction work meets regulatory standards and project specifications. Conduct regular site inspections and audits to assess workmanship and compliance.

• Budget and Cost Control: Manage project budgets, monitor expenditures, and implement cost-control measures to ensure financial objectives are met. Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to secure favourable terms.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and local authorities to facilitate project approvals and permits. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and quality. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.

• Reading survey charts and giving necessary inputs

• Interpretation of all types of drawings pertaining to various disciplines of engineering

• Planning the construction activities and defining the role/responsibility of each team member/department

• Ensuring that the contractors/vendors are identified and finalised timely manner

• Ensuring that the Work Order / Purchase Orders are placed in time 

• Guiding the Contracts department for final rates

• Guiding the Materials department for the smooth delivery of materials to various sites

• Coordination with other departments like Engineering, Design, Procurement, Commercial etc.

• Ensuring that all the statutory requirements of the projects are complied with 

• Planning the Manpower Requirement and Optimum Utilisation of Manpower

• Identify critical paths and activities

• Documentation & Drawings control

• Budgeting and obtaining Budget approval

• Safety management

• Quality Management

• Evaluate the requirements of machines for various applications

• Tracking of procurement cost vis the budget

Skills Required (Knowledge and Skills)

• Construction Technology & Management, Codes and Standards

• Knowledge in methodology & practices in Contract Management, resource planning

• Planning techniques and infrastructure planning

• Knowledge in QA/QC procedures and NDT, HSE procedures

• Material control & reconciliation, work order, purchase order, billing, and statutory requirements

• Quality audits and stage-wise inspection procedures

• Experience in coordinating civil, mechanical, structural, electrical & instrumentation works 

• Knowledge of various survey practices 

• RCC construction of Industrial structures and Architectural buildings

• Knowledge in structural erection works

• Project schedule & network-based techniques 

• Safety Policies 

• Construction field International Quality standards

• Material control & reconciliation procedure

• Work order, purchase order procedures, billing methods, and labour laws

Key Attributes (Experience and Qualifications) 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred, 25+ years of Work Experience

• Should have handled the construction activities in large projects in Real estate, Township construction, large-sized residential sites etc. 

• Should have worked as Site Construction Head for Medium projects for the last 5 years and handled projects to the tune of a minimum Rs.100-200 crores

• Township construction experience will be an added advantage

• Excellent communicator in English / Hindi languages

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Physical Requirements:

• Ability to navigate and inspect all areas of the construction site in all types of weather; this may include climbing ladders, scaffolding, and stairs.

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
   

Work Environment:

• This role requires significant time on construction sites, with exposure to various weather conditions and the inherent risks associated with construction environments.
   

This job description serves as a general guideline for the role of Construction Head in a township development project. Specific duties and requirements may vary based on the organization's needs and the project's scope