Senior Manager - Construction

Role & responsibilities

Areas of responsibilities:

1. Planning & Resource Management:

• Determine and review all equipment, material, and manpower requirements for project execution.
• Forecast timelines, resource needs, and construction durations based on project scope.
• Ensure alignment of site execution with the approved project schedule.

2. Compliance, Permits & Safety:

• Obtain all required work permits and ensure work is carried out strictly as per approved method statements.
• Ensure full compliance with legal, statutory, and company HSE standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the site.

3. Execution & Construction Management:

• Lead and manage day-to-day construction operations and site teams.
• Ensure implementation of the scope of work and project specifications as per approved drawings and schedule.
• Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to technical and quality requirements.

4. Quality Control & Assurance:

• Supervise and validate critical construction activities such as formwork, reinforcement.
• Ensure timely inspection and approval from client representatives.
• Maintain strict quality assurance procedures across all construction phases.

5. Materials & Client Coordination:

• Coordinate with the client for approval of materialsespecially finishing materials like marble, granite, and tiles—before and after procurement.
• Ensure all changes to specifications, drawings, or work scope are properly documented and communicated.

6. Subcontractor & Contract Management:

• Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Possess strong knowledge of contracts and claims, including early identification of potential risks or variations.
• Support commercial teams in certification and claims resolution.

7. Productivity & Cost Control:

• Ensure optimum utilization of machinery, formwork, materials, and manpower.
• Monitor labor productivity and investigate deviations to implement corrective actions.
• Track material consumption and ensure wastage remains within acceptable norms.

8. Monitoring, Reporting & Stakeholder Communication:

• Provide regular updates on progress, risks, opportunities, and resource needs to the Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate documentation and prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Ensure all stakeholders remain informed and aligned with project objectives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong expertise in construction methodologies specially in finishing works.
• Expertise in QA/QC processes and technical standards.
• Sound knowledge of contracts, claims and subcontractor management.
• Good at Planning & Scheduling.
• Experience of Commercial bldg execution like IT Park, Hotels, Hospitals, Malls & High-End Offices & Residences.