Chief Project Officer - Metro

Chief Project Officer - Metro

Responsibilities

1. Business Strategy and Leadership:

• Lead the organization’s financial strategy by ensuring profitability and sustainable growth through effective revenue optimization, cost reduction, and maximization of return on investment.
• Collaborate with the business development team to drive growth by leveraging strong client relationships and ensuring that project execution aligns with business expansion objectives.
• Take full ownership of the business’s financial performance, aligning projects with long-term strategic goals to ensure sustained profitability.

2. Project Management and Operational Excellence:

• Oversee project teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Proactively identify project challenges and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Establish and maintain risk mitigation strategies, implementing controls to effectively manage potential threats to project success.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and industry standards, implementing governance practices that safeguard the organization’s ethical standards and integrity.

3. Team Management and Development:

• Develop and implement strategies that build a strong, agile organization capable of delivering on business targets.
• Focus on leadership development, talent retention, and succession planning to foster a strong internal talent pipeline.
• Cultivate a performance-driven culture, ensuring accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence across all teams.
• Promote an engaged and empowered workforce by providing necessary resources, recognizing contributions, and fostering open communication across all organizational levels.

4. Stakeholder and Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary liaison with clients, ensuring their needs are met, and that projects exceed expectations to foster long-term client relationships.
• Strengthen relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, regulatory bodies, and industry partners, representing the company in various forums.
• Advocate for favorable policies and regulations to support business development and industry growth while positioning the company as a key player in the market.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• CEO
• BD Team
• Site Project Teams
• Design and Engineering team
• Techno-commercial team
• Contracts and Commercial
• Safety team
• Quality team
• Finance Team
• Tendering Team

Key Stakeholders - External:

• Client
• Regulatory Bodies
• Contractors
• Suppliers
• Design Consultant

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

• Essential: B.E./B.Tech (Civil)

Work Experience (Range of years):

25+ years

Preferred Industry: Construction and Infrastructure Development