Manager - Plant Projects & Administration

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Role & responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution (Plant Setup/Expansion)

• Lead end-to-end execution of textile plant projects
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and execution strategies.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Ensure timely installation, commissioning, and handover of plant machinery and infrastructure.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.

2. Plant Expansion & Infrastructure Development

• Plan and execute capacity expansion projects (spinning, weaving, processing, etc.).
• Evaluate technical feasibility and infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate layout planning, utility requirements and production readiness.
• Ensure alignment with production and business goals.

3. Government Approvals & Statutory Compliance

• Handle all approvals required for plant setup and operations (Pollution Control Board, Factory License, Fire NOC, Boiler Inspectorate, Electrical approvals, etc.).
• Liaise with government departments and regulatory authorities for approvals and renewals.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health & safety, and labor laws.
• Maintain all statutory documentation and records.

4. Vendor & Contractor Management

• Identify and onboard contractors, project consultants, and machinery vendors.
• Manage end-to-end vendor coordination from selection to execution.
• Negotiate contracts, track deliverables, and ensure adherence to scope and timelines.
• Monitor quality of work and resolve execution challenges.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, EHS, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Ensure seamless coordination between internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates and MIS to leadership.

6. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare project budgets and monitor capital expenditure.
• Ensure cost optimization while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Track deviations and implement corrective measures.

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