AECOM is seeking an experienced Team Leader – PMC (Site Level) to lead on-site execution of transmission lines, substations (AIS/GIS), and renewable energy integration projects.

The role acts as the Owner’s Representative at site, responsible for day-to-day coordination, supervision, and control of EPC contractors, ensuring that project execution aligns with approved designs, quality standards, HSE requirements, and project schedules.

The Team Leader will lead and coordinate Electrical, Civil & Structural, I&C, QA/QC, and HSE site teams, ensuring seamless execution, interface management, and timely commissioning.

Core Strength

Strong capability in end-to-end project ownership from engineering validation, site execution, construction monitoring, and contractor billing to testing, commissioning, and statutory compliance while maintaining a zero-incident safety culture and strict quality benchmarks. Recognized for strong stakeholder coordination, vendor management, and operational discipline, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in line with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Site Execution Leadership

Lead day-to-day site activities for substations, transmission lines, and associated infrastructure
Ensure execution as per approved drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies
Coordinate closely with EPC contractors to achieve planned milestones and targets
Maintain site-level look-ahead plans (weekly/monthly) and monitor progress

Multi-Disciplinary Coordination (On-Site)

Direct and coordinate site teams comprising:
- Electrical Engineers (Substation, Transmission, Protection)
- Civil & Structural Engineers (foundations, GIS buildings, cable cellars, tower works)
- I&C Engineers (SCADA, SAS, and communication systems)
- QA/QC and HSE teams
Ensure all disciplines work in integrated manner with proper interface management
Resolve site-level engineering and execution issues in coordination with design teams

Contractor Supervision & Billing Control

Supervise EPC contractor activities for compliance with scope, quality, safety, and timelines
Verify and certify:
- RA bills and measurements
- Work completion and milestone achievements
Monitor resource deployment, material utilization, and site productivity
Identify delays and implement corrective and recovery actions

Quality Assurance & Control (Site Implementation)

Ensure implementation of Project Quality Plan (PQP) and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
Conduct and supervise:
- Incoming material inspections
- Stage inspections and testing activities
Ensure compliance with technical specifications, standards (IS/IEC), and approved drawings
Track and close non-conformances (NCRs)

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Enforcement

Enforce zero-harm safety culture across all site activities
Ensure adherence to approved HSE plans, method statements, and statutory requirements
Conduct daily safety briefings, site inspections, and audits
Monitor high-risk activities such as:
- Working at height (tower erection)
- Heavy lifting (transformers/reactors)
- Electrical energization works

Construction Supervision

Supervise construction of:
- AIS/GIS substations up to 765 kV (including GIS buildings and cable cellars)
- HV/EHV/UHV/HVDC Transmission lines (tower erection, stringing, stub foundations)
- Renewable pooling substations and evacuation systems
Ensure proper execution of critical equipment installation and alignment
Monitor civil-electrical interface activities

Renewable Integration & Grid Interface (Site Level)

Coordinate site activities related to solar/wind/BESS integration with substations
Ensure readiness of SCADA/SAS systems and communication interfaces
Support grid connectivity requirements and inspections by utilities (SLDC/RLDC)

Stakeholder Coordination (Site Interface)

Act as site focal point for:
- Client representatives
- EPC contractors and vendors
- Local authorities and inspectors
Conduct daily/weekly progress meetings and coordination reviews
Escalate critical issues to project management in timely manner

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

Prepare and submit:
- Daily Progress Reports (DPR)
- Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports (WPR/MPR)
Track physical progress vs schedule and identify slippages
Maintain site records, logs, and documentation

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

Coordinate and supervise:
- Pre-commissioning checks and testing
- Equipment energization and commissioning activities
Ensure readiness for grid synchronization and performance testing
Verify as-built drawings, punch points, and handover documentation