Job Description
The General Manager (E-8) – Civil (Thermal Power Projects) will lead and oversee civil engineering activities for thermal power projects, including planning, design coordination, construction, project execution, quality assurance, and maintenance of civil infrastructure. The role involves managing contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with applicable engineering standards and safety requirements, controlling project costs and timelines, and coordinating with internal departments and external agencies to achieve project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead civil engineering activities for thermal power plant projects, including foundations, buildings, roads, drainage, structural works and other associated infrastructure.
- Oversee project planning, design reviews, construction schedules and execution.
- Monitor contractors, consultants, vendors and site teams to ensure quality and timely completion.
- Review civil drawings, technical specifications, estimates, tender documents and work contracts.
- Control project costs, budgets, resource utilisation and construction progress.
- Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, engineering standards, environmental requirements and site safety procedures.
- Coordinate civil works with mechanical, electrical and other project teams.
- Identify construction risks, resolve technical issues and implement corrective actions.
- Review inspection reports, quality-control records, measurements and progress reports.
- Report project status, delays, risks and major decisions to senior management.
Requirements
Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engineering in Civil Engineering.
Experience: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in eligible power-sector organisations.
Specific Experience: At least 10 years in execution of coal-based thermal power projects involving a unit of 500 MW or above, including at least 2 years at a senior managerial level. Age Limit: Maximum 55 years as on 7 October 2026; a
Qualification & Skills Required
Qualification
M.Tech / M.E. / BE / B.Tech / MBA/PGDM (Engineering / Management)
(Civil Engineering / Project Management)
Skills Required
Adminstration
Procurement
Planning
Investment Planning
Production Planning