Project Director - Smart Meters

Jaipur Permanent View Job Description
The Project Director will oversee multiple smart meter installation projects across regions, ensuring strategic planning, operational efficiency, and stakeholder alignment. The role involves leading cross-functional teams and managing client, vendor, and regulatory coordination to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Strategic Leadership in a High-Impact Sector
  • Cross-Functional Influence & Career Growth

About Our Client

The client is a leading smart metering and power infrastructure company in India, known for delivering large-scale utility projects and advanced metering solutions. They are recognized for their innovation in AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) and have a strong presence across multiple regions, working closely with DISCOMs and government bodies.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic & Operational Leadership

  • Lead end-to-end execution of multiple smart meter installation projects across allocated geographies.
  • Define project strategy, goals, and delivery roadmaps aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Monitor KPIs, timelines, budgets, and ensure adherence to regulatory and client requirements.



Project & Portfolio Management

  • Establish governance frameworks for efficient monitoring, reporting, and risk mitigation.
  • Oversee project managers, site engineers, and functional leads for seamless execution.
  • Drive resource optimization across multiple projects ensuring cost-effectiveness.



Stakeholder & Client Management

  • Act as the primary escalation point for clients, government bodies, DISCOMs, and key stakeholders.
  • Conduct regular review meetings with clients and internal leadership to report progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
  • Ensure high customer satisfaction and foster long-term relationships with clients and partners.



Compliance, Quality & Safety

  • Ensure all projects comply with regulatory standards, safety norms, and quality benchmarks.
  • Drive implementation of best practices, process improvements, and innovative technologies.



People Leadership & Development

  • Lead and mentor project managers, technical teams, and support staff.
  • Build a high-performance culture with a focus on accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.
  • Support workforce planning, recruitment, and capability building for large-scale deployments.

Key Deliverables:

  • On-time, on-budget delivery of multiple projects.
  • Achievement of installation and commissioning targets.
  • High client satisfaction and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
  • Effective governance, reporting, and risk management across all projects.
  • Development of future-ready, skilled teams.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • PMP / Prince2 or equivalent certification is an advantage.
  • 15+ years of project management experience, with at least 8-10 years in large-scale infrastructure/utility projects.
  • Proven track record in leading multi-location smart meter / power distribution / utility projects.
  • Strong knowledge of DISCOM operations, AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure), and smart grid technologies.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desired Attributes:

  • Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and work in high-pressure environments.
  • High integrity and commitment to organizational values.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • Professional growth and career development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment



If you are passionate to take the next step in your career as a Project Director, apply today and become part of a leading smart metering and power infrastructure company.

Quote job ref
JN-102025-6872613

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Project / Programme Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Jaipur
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-102025-6872613

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