Head Projects - Deepak Nitrite Limited

Role Title Head-Projects Reporting to Chief Manufacturing Officer Location Corporate Office Qualification & Experience Range Qualification: B.E. / B. Tech (Mechanical / Chemical) Experience: 25+ Yrs Key Responsibilities (indicative not exhaustive) 1. Project Conceptualization & Strategy · Evaluate and propose commercially viable projects aligned with business objectives. · Develop project strategies in consultation with leadership. · Assess pre-project initiatives including business case, execution planning, procurement strategy, CAPEX, and cash flow. · Define and implement project management methodologies, standards, and tools. 2. Project Planning & Engineering · Assess site requirements including space, utilities, accessibility, and engineering standards. · Prepare cost estimates (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, etc.) and project schedules. · Lead basic and detailed engineering, including layouts, design, and MTO (Material Take-Off). · Coordinate with licensors, consultants, and vendors for engineering finalization. 3. Procurement & Contract Management · Develop procurement strategies and finalize contracts. · Participate in technical evaluations, bid analysis, and vendor finalization. · Review and approve vendor documents (QAPs, drawings, bar charts). · Ensure quality inspections and compliance with project specifications. 4. Project Execution & Construction Management · Drive end-to-end project execution in line with approved plans, timelines, and budgets. · Coordinate site activities across disciplines (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, etc.). · Monitor progress, critical paths, and resource utilization. · Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and SOP standards during execution. · Manage statutory approvals and liaison with regulatory authorities. 5. Commissioning & Project Closure · Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities (testing, trials, system checks). · Ensure completion of punch points and compliance with PSSR/HAZOP recommendations. · Facilitate project handover to operations with complete documentation. · Oversee project closure including reconciliation, asset capitalization, and final reporting. 6. Project Governance & Monitoring · Establish governance frameworks, reporting systems, and review mechanisms. · Track project performance on cost, time, and quality parameters. · Conduct periodic audits and reviews for continuous improvement. · Ensure compliance with statutory, legal, and SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) requirements. 7. Knowledge & Cost Management · Develop systems for knowledge management and documentation of learnings. · Promote cost optimization and efficient resource utilization. · Manage working capital related to project execution. 8. Stakeholder & Customer Management · Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Finance, SCM, Manufacturing, SHE). · Maintain effective communication with leadership and external stakeholders. · Drive customer engagement and monitor satisfaction, especially for key accounts. 9. People Development · Build and develop high-performing project teams. · Provide coaching, training, and guidance to enhance team capability. · Foster a collaborative and performance-driven culture. Technical Competencies · Project Management, Procurement & Contract Management, Capex & Cost Management, Risk Management Leadership Competencies · Customer Focus & Responsiveness, Drives Results, Builds Effective Teams, Cultivates Innovation, collaborates with others, Ensures Accountability