Head of Project Development

Title: Head – Project Development & Engineering Planning

Location: Karnal, Haryana (Project Site / HO as required)

Experience: 15+ Years

Industry: Solar PV Cell Manufacturing Project

Role Overview:

- We are looking for a seasoned leader to head the development and pre-execution planning of a large-scale Solar PV Cell Manufacturing Project. - This is a high-visibility role reporting directly to the Directors, responsible for designing, structuring, and de-risking the project before full-scale EPC execution.

Role Objective

- To develop a technically optimized, cost-effective, and execution-ready Solar PV Cell manufacturing facility — including DPR preparation, CAPEX freeze, consultant finalization, subsidy structuring, and complete pre-execution readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Concept & Master Planning

- Finalize plant master layout with architect and process teams - Integrate full manufacturing process flow - Plan and optimize utilities (Power, Water, HVAC, Compressed Air) - Lead sustainability planning including ZLD, ETP & waste management - Ensure scalability for future expansion

DPR & Engineering Finalization

- Prepare detailed bankable DPR - Develop CAPEX estimates with high accuracy - Freeze BOQ and technical specifications - Evaluate and finalize design consultants - Lock technical scope prior to tendering

Pre-Execution Readiness

- Develop tender packaging and contracting strategy (EPC / Item Rate / PMC) - Lead vendor pre-qualification and technical evaluation - Prepare detailed risk register - Structure project documentation to enable government subsidy eligibility and approvals

Must-Have Experience

- 15+ years in industrial project development - Direct exposure to Solar PV Cell Manufacturing plants (mandatory) - Experience in ₹500 Cr+ greenfield manufacturing projects - Strong expertise in DPR preparation, CAPEX planning, and vendor evaluation - Utilities & sustainability exposure (Water optimization, Load assessment, ZLD, ETP compliance) - Experience coordinating with consultants and outsourced engineering partners

Education

- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Civil / Industrial Engineering - (M.Tech / PMP / Chartered Engineer preferred)