Deputy Project Director

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 strong 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.