Head of Road Infrastructure Projects

Head Project (Roads)

About Business:

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani RMRW: Encompassing Adani Road Transport Limited and Adani Water, Adani RMRW is a key infrastructure business of the Adani Group, focused on driving sustainable development. Adani Road Transport Limited specializes in the construction, operation, and maintenance of highways and expressways, ensuring seamless connectivity across India. Adani Water addresses critical water challenges through innovative projects such as desalination plants, water treatment facilities, and irrigation systems, enhancing water availability and sustainability. Together, these businesses aim to deliver world-class infrastructure while fostering environmental stewardship and community impact, making Adani RMRW a leader in India's infrastructure and resource management sector.

Job Purpose:

The Project Head is responsible for driving the financial performance and sustainable growth of the water business by implementing strategic initiatives, optimizing revenue, and managing costs. They lead project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality, Safety, and compliance, while building a strong, agile organization and fostering positive client and stakeholder relationships to support business development.

1. Business Strategy:

Take full accountability for the financial performance of the business, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth. Implement strategies to optimize revenue, reduce costs, and maximize return on investment.

Empower and support the business development team through strong client relationships and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with the business development team to leverage these relationships for business growth, while focusing on the successful execution of projects.

 

2. Project Management:

Lead project teams to ensure timely completion of projects within the defined cost and quality & Safety parameters. Monitor progress, address challenges, and implement corrective actions as necessary.

Uphold and enforce the highest standards of quality across all projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the business from potential threats. Establish controls and processes to monitor and manage risks effectively.

Ensure that all statutory and regulatory requirements are met and exceeded. Implement governance practices that uphold the integrity and ethical standards of the organization.

 

3. Organizational Building:

Develop and implement strategies to build a capable and agile organization that can effectively deliver on business targets. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Mentor and develop a strong team of professionals capable of leading the business. Focus on succession planning, leadership development, and talent retention to build long-term organizational strength.

Establish a performance-driven culture across the organization, promoting accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement. Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable for delivering results.

Foster a highly engaged workforce by empowering team members, providing them with the necessary tools and resources, and recognizing their contributions. Encourage open communication and collaboration at all levels.

 

4. Stakeholder and Client Relationship Management:

Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded. Support business development by fostering positive client relationships that can lead to future opportunities.

Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including government bodies, regulatory agencies, and industry partners. Represent the company in industry forums and advocate for favorable policies and regulations.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

CEO

BD Team

Site Project Teams

Design Engineering team

Techno-commercial team

Contracts and Commercial/ Financial team

Safety team

Quality team

Finance team

Tendering team

Key Stakeholders - External:

Client

Regulatory Bodies

Contractors

Suppliers

Design Consultant

Education Qualification:

Essential: B.E./B.Tech (Civil)

Work Experience (Range of years):

25+ years of relevant experience

Experience Level

Executive Level