Head - Mechanical

The Head – Mechanical will provide end-to-end leadership for mechanical execution of large-scale thermal power projects, covering BTG, Boiler, Turbine-Generator, BOP and associated mechanical packages.
The role will be accountable for safe and timely execution, erection, quality, interface management, contractor performance, pre-commissioning and commissioning readiness of mechanical systems, while ensuring adherence to approved engineering specifications, project schedules and cost objectives.
1. Mechanical Project Execution
Lead complete execution of mechanical works from engineering interface and site mobilisation through erection, testing and commissioning handover.
Drive execution of major packages covering:
Boiler and auxiliaries
Steam Turbine-Generator and auxiliaries
BOP mechanical systems
Coal Handling Plant (CHP) and Ash Handling Plant (AHP)
CW/ACW systems and cooling-water packages
Pumps, compressors and associated rotating equipment
Fuel oil and utility systems
Piping, valves, tanks and pressure systems
Fire-water and other mechanical utility packages
Develop package-wise execution strategies and ensure field activities meet project milestones.
2. BTG / Boiler / Turbine Execution
Provide technical and execution leadership for erection and commissioning readiness of boiler, turbine-generator and associated auxiliaries.
Review critical erection sequences, equipment alignment, clearances, piping interfaces and system readiness.
Coordinate closely with OEMs/EPC contractors for resolution of technical and site constraints.
3. BOP & Package Management
Oversee Balance of Plant mechanical packages and integration with BTG, Electrical and C&I systems.
Monitor package progress against Level-2/Level-3 schedules and identify potential delays.
Drive recovery plans for critical and delayed packages.
4. Engineering & Constructability
Review mechanical drawings, specifications, layouts, P&IDs, equipment data sheets and vendor engineering deliverables from an execution perspective.
Lead constructability reviews before field execution.
Resolve engineering-site interface issues and ensure timely closure of technical queries.
Manage interfaces between Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, C&I and Commissioning teams.
5. Planning & Project Controls
Establish mechanical execution priorities aligned with the overall project master schedule.
Monitor erection quantities, manpower deployment, equipment availability and site productivity.
Conduct regular package-wise progress reviews with contractors and internal teams.
Identify schedule risks early and implement mitigation/recovery plans.
6. Contractor & Vendor Management
Lead mechanical contractors, OEM representatives and package vendors at site.
Review contractor mobilisation, manpower, tools, tackles, cranes and construction equipment.
Monitor productivity and adherence to contractual milestones.
Resolve contractor, vendor and site-interface bottlenecks.
7. Quality Management
Ensure execution in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, ITPs and applicable engineering standards.
Drive inspection and quality control of erection, welding, NDT, alignment and piping activities.
Ensure systematic closure of NCRs, punch points and quality observations before handover.
8. EHS Leadership
Demonstrate strong site leadership on safety across all mechanical erection activities.
Ensure high-risk activities such as heavy lifting, work at height, confined-space work, hot work, pressure testing and rotating-equipment activities are executed under approved safety controls.
Partner with the EHS team to strengthen contractor safety performance.
9. Pre-commissioning & Commissioning Readiness
Ensure mechanical systems are progressively completed and handed over for commissioning.
Drive system-wise mechanical completion, punch-point closure and documentation readiness.
Coordinate with commissioning teams for flushing, hydro-testing, lubrication, equipment trials and system commissioning.
Ensure smooth transition from construction to commissioning and ultimately operations.
10. Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Lead Mechanical package heads/managers, engineers and site teams.
Coordinate with Project Head, Engineering, Planning/PMCG, Contracts, Quality, Safety and Commissioning.
Develop strong collaboration with OEMs, EPC contractors, vendors and consultants.
Provide periodic progress, risk and recovery-plan updates to project leadership.
Educational Qualification
B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering from a recognised university/institute.
M.Tech / postgraduate qualification in Engineering, Project Management or Construction Management would be advantageous.
20+ Years of Experience in Thermal Power Plant Sector.

Work arrangement
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