Senior Chief engg. Manager Civil SS

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering

BU : EDRC (Substation), PT&D IC

Job Role : Senior Chief Engg. Manager Substation Special Projects (Civil & Structural), PTD

Reports to (Job Role) : Head of Engineering

Reportee (Job Role) : Team of Lead Engineers, Design Engineers, and Drafting Team

Interfaces: Project Management, Procurement, Construction, Quality, Safety, Clients, Consultants, Statutory Authorities

Geographical Scope: Projects at Multiple International locations / projects as assigned

Minimum Qualification : B.E. / B. Tech in Civil & Structural Engineering. (It is preferable to have Post-graduation in Structural / Geo- technological Engineering.)

Experience : 20-25 years in Civil & Structural design and engineering in the T&D sector, with at least 8 10 years in a senior leadership role.

Objective : To lead and manage the Civil & Structural engineering function for Substation projects and special projects within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector, ensuring delivery of safe, cost-effective, and technically sound engineering solutions that meet client requirements, project timelines, and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Management

• Lead the Civil & Structural engineering team for substation and special projects in the T&D sector.
• Define engineering strategy, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of all engineering outputs.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the team.

2. Engineering Design & Review

• Oversee preparation and validation of civil & structural designs, drawings, and BOQs for substations, foundations, buildings, and associated structures.
• Ensure compliance with international codes (IEC, ACI, ASTM) and local regulatory standards.
• Drive value engineering and cost optimization in design without compromising safety or reliability.

3. Project Execution Support

• Ensure timely issuance of IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings and address technical queries from project sites.
• Provide expert technical support during construction and commissioning phases.

4. Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Establish robust engineering quality processes and review mechanisms.
• Identify potential technical risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively.

5. Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with clients, consultants, and authorities to secure approvals and resolve design-related concerns.
• Represent the engineering team in internal and external project review meetings.

6. Innovation & Technology Adoption

• Promote digital engineering practices, including BIM, 3D modeling, and advanced design software (STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD).
• Encourage adoption of sustainable and future-ready design solutions.

Key Challenges

• Managing multiple high-value projects under strict timelines.
• Maintaining compliance across diverse regulatory environments.
• Driving standardization and quality in geographically dispersed teams.

Technical Expertise:

• Substation foundations, equipment support structures, control buildings, and GIS/AIS substation layouts.
• Structural design software proficiency: STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of geotechnical design considerations.

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership and team management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of project management principles and commercial awareness.