Electrical construction manager
Larsen & Toubro
- Oversee execution of HV/LV electrical works, including module stringing, inverter installation, transformer and HT yard works, cable laying, termination, earthing, and SCADA-related installations.
- Ensure electrical construction activities comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, IEC/IS standards, and project requirements.
- Develop construction methodologies, work sequencing, and execution strategies for electrical scope.
- Review and finalize electrical construction schedules, micro-plans, and manpower deployment plans in coordination with planning teams.
- Monitor progress against baseline schedules and take corrective actions to mitigate delays.
- Support project cost control through optimized resource utilization and effective work-front planning.
- Act as the primary interface with clients, consultants, OEMs, EPC partners, and subcontractors for all electrical construction activities.
- Coordinate closely with civil, mechanical, commissioning, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure smooth integration of works.
- Lead electrical construction review meetings and resolve inter-disciplinary issues.
- Implement and enforce quality management systems for electrical construction works.
- Review and approve method statements, inspection & test plans (ITPs), and technical submittals.
- Ensure timely closure of NCRs and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Provide technical guidance for complex electrical construction challenges and value engineering initiatives.
- Promote and enforce a strong electrical safety culture across all sites.
- Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, statutory regulations, and electrical safety standards.
- Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Plan and coordinate procurement and mobilization of electrical materials, equipment, and tools.
- Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and compliance with contractual requirements.
- Ensure proper storage, handling, and usage of electrical materials to minimize losses and rework.
- Identify electrical construction risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Lead resolution of major site issues such as design conflicts, interface challenges, resource constraints, and execution bottlenecks.
- Support change management, claims, and commercial discussions related to electrical construction scope.
- Review and approve daily, weekly, and monthly electrical construction progress reports.
- Provide accurate status updates to project management and senior leadership.
- Track key milestones and ensure readiness for testing, commissioning, and energization.
- Coordinate with statutory authorities, utilities, and third-party inspectors for electrical approvals, inspections, and energization clearances.
- Ensure compliance with local electrical regulations, grid codes, and project-specific requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- 12–25 years of experience in electrical construction, with significant exposure to utility-scale solar / renewable energy EPC projects.
- Proven leadership experience managing large teams, multiple contractors, and high-value projects.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- In-depth knowledge of solar electrical systems and construction practices.
- Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple sites and fast-track project schedules.