Head of Construction – World’s Largest Solar Power Project
📍 Site Based: Kutch, Gujarat
☀️ Mega-Scale Renewable Energy Programme | EPCM
Global Engineering Talent has been appointed as the exclusive search partner to support the delivery of the world’s largest single-site solar power project, based in India. We are now seeking a Head of Construction to lead on-site delivery for this landmark, multi-billion-dollar renewable energy programme.
This is a high-impact, site-critical leadership role, responsible for safely and efficiently delivering construction works across one of the most complex and fast-paced solar developments ever undertaken.
The Role
As Head of Construction, you will take full ownership of all on-site construction activities, leading multiple contractors and large, diverse delivery teams to ensure world-class execution.
Key responsibilities include:
* Overall leadership of site-based construction delivery on a mega-scale solar and infrastructure programme
* Management and coordination of multiple EPC/EPCM contractors and subcontractors
* Full responsibility for construction sequencing, productivity, and programme adherence
* Implementation and enforcement of quality, HSSE, and site governance standards
* Ensuring construction works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification
* Close collaboration with engineering, planning, and commercial teams to resolve site issues
* Oversight of temporary works, logistics, and site infrastructure
* Acting as the senior construction authority interfacing with the Project Director and client leadership
Candidate Profile
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on construction leader with a proven track record on large-scale energy or infrastructure projects.
Essential requirements:
* 20+ years’ experience delivering construction on large-scale solar power plants and/or major infrastructure projects
* Proven experience leading multi-contractor, high-manpower construction environments
* Strong background in EPC / EPCM construction delivery
* Demonstrable strength in quality management, HSSE implementation, and programme execution
* Comfortable operating in challenging site conditions and remote locations
* Graduate Engineer qualification (minimum requirement)
* Prior experience on solar mega-projects or similar large infrastructure schemes is highly desirable
Location & Contract
* Role location: Site-based
* Site: Kutch, Gujarat
* Contract duration: 2 years (with potential extension)
Package & Benefits
This position offers a best-in-market package, structured to attract senior, site-based leadership talent, including:
* Market-leading remuneration
* Fully provided accommodation
* Relocation support
* Comprehensive medical insurance
* Visa sponsorship
* All travel costs covered
* Full mobilisation and on-assignment support
Why This Role?
* Be at the front line of delivery on the world’s largest solar project
* Lead construction at a scale few professionals ever experience
* Work on a globally visible, strategically important renewable programme
* Deliver a project that will define your professional legacy
📩 Confidential enquiries:
James Goodall
Founder & Director – Global Engineering Talent
James@globalengineeringtalent.com