Head Transmission Business

Job Summary

The Head – Transmission Business will be responsible for
end -to -end ownership of the transmission EPC & HTLS vertical, including
business development, tendering, project execution, profitability, and
long -term strategic growth. The role demands a strong leader with a proven
track record in transmission projects and the ability to scale the business
sustainably.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Development & Tendering

• Identify
  and evaluate new business opportunities in transmission EPC projects
  (including HTLS) across Central/State utilities (PGCIL, SEBs) and private
  developers
  
• Lead
  end -to -end tendering activities: pre -qualification, technical &
  commercial bid preparation, pricing strategy, and submission
  
• Build
  strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders to
  enhance visibility and pre -tender tie -ups
  
• Develop
  and maintain a robust project pipeline aligned with business growth
  targets
  
• Track
  market trends, competition, and policy developments impacting the
  transmission sector
  

2. Project Execution & Delivery

• Drive
  end -to -end execution of transmission EPC & HTLS projects including:
  
• Route
  survey
  
• Engineering
  & design validation
  
• Procurement
  
• Installation
  (laying/erection)
  
• Jointing,
  testing & commissioning
  
• Ensure
  adherence to timelines, quality standards, and contractual commitments
  
• Identify
  and mitigate execution risks (ROW, approvals, logistics, contractor
  performance)
  
• Establish
  strong MIS, progress tracking, and project review systems
  
• Ensure
  timely project closure, billing, and handover
  

3. Profit & Loss (P&L) Management

• Own
  complete P&L responsibility for the transmission business
  
• Ensure
  project execution within budget and achievement of target margins
  
• Monitor
  cost drivers: materials, subcontracting, logistics, overheads
  
• Improve
  billing cycles, collections, and cash flow
  
• Conduct
  regular financial reviews at project and business level
  

4. Strategy & Business Expansion

• Develop
  and execute a 3 -year growth strategy for scaling the transmission EPC
  & HTLS business
  
• Explore
  new geographies, customer segments, and business opportunities
  
• Drive
  long -term business sustainability and competitive positioning
  

5. Team Leadership & Organization Building

• Build
  and lead a high -performance cross -functional team (projects, engineering,
  planning, execution)
  
• Define
  clear roles, KPIs, and accountability structures
  
• Strengthen
  internal capabilities in project and contract management
  
• Foster
  a culture of performance, safety, and continuous improvement
  

6. Vendor & Contract Management

• Develop
  and manage a strong vendor and subcontractor ecosystem
  
• Lead
  commercial negotiations ensuring cost, quality, and timelines
  
• Monitor
  vendor performance and compliance
  
• Handle
  claims, contract variations, and dispute resolution
  

7. Compliance, Quality & Safety

• Ensure
  adherence to statutory, regulatory, and contractual requirements
  
• Implement
  strong QA/QC systems across projects
  
• Drive
  high safety standards and ensure zero major incidents
  
• Maintain
  documentation and audit readiness
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s
  Degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred)
  
• Minimum
  20 years of experience in transmission EPC projects
  
• Proven
  experience in both business development and execution
  
• Strong
  exposure to transmission lines including HTLS projects
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Transmission
  EPC expertise
  
• Tendering
  & commercial acumen
  
• Project
  management & execution excellence
  
• P&L
  ownership
  
• Stakeholder
  management
  
• Strategic
  thinking & business expansion
  
• Leadership and team building