Utility Manager

To lead the utility planning and estimation function by managing pre-sales and post-detailing activities, ensuring accurate utility system design, cost estimation, and project planning. The role focuses on team leadership, client coordination, procurement support, and efficient execution of utility-related activities across projects. Oversee end-to-end utility planning, estimation, team management, procurement coordination, and project scheduling to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Utility Department Leadership

Lead and manage the Utility Department, ensuring effective execution of both pre-sales and post-detailing activities.

2. Team Management
Handle and guide the team involved in estimation, design detailing, and presales activities, ensuring productivity and quality output.

3. Technical Support
Provide technical guidance and support for utility systems including water, steam and compressed air across projects.

4. Critical Issue Handling
Identify and resolve critical technical and project-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.

5. Procurement Coordination
Oversee utility-related procurement activities, including vendor selection, technical evaluation, and material approvals.

6. Resource Allocation
Allocate engineers, modular teams, and Assistant Managers to various projects based on requirements and workload.

7. Activity Monitoring

Monitor daily team activities, track progress, and ensure timely completion of tasks.

8. Client Coordination Handle client interactions for critical utility-related issues and provide technical solutions and clarifications.

9. Vendor Development Develop and manage vendor relationships, evaluate performance, and ensure quality and timely delivery of materials and services.

10. Project Scheduling & Planning Prepare and manage project schedules, ensuring alignment with project timelines and resource availability.

Qualifications and Experience:

Educational Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering, with utility work experience.

Experience:
10-12 years of experience in utility planning, estimation, or project execution.
Strong experience in pharmaceutical / cleanroom projects.
Proven experience in team handling and project coordination.
Experience in procurement and vendor management Client Handling

Skills:

Strong leadership and team management skills
In-depth knowledge of utility systems (water, steam, compressed air,cooling water,lab gas,nitrogen).
Excellent planning, scheduling, and estimation skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.
Effective communication and client handling skills.
Knowledge of regulatory standards (GMP, WHO, USFDA).
Proficiency in MS Excel, project planning tools, and estimation software.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.