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Engineering Head - Real Estate

Ocean Lifespaces India Private Limited

5 - 10 years

Chennai

Posted: 09/03/2026

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Design Management

  • Lead engineering strategy, project planning, and technical design validation.
  • Review architectural, structural, MEP, and services designs for feasibility and cost efficiency.
  • Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize materials, design, and execution.

2. Construction Execution & Quality Assurance

  • Oversee onsite construction across all project locations.
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards, specifications, and safety norms.
  • Establish SOPs for site execution, quality audits, and technical checkpoints.

3. Cost, Budget & Vendor Management

  • Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimates, BOQs, and procurement plans.
  • Evaluate and finalize contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
  • Implement costcontrol systems, MIS tracking, and project expenditure monitoring.

4. Regulatory & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, environmental standards, and statutory approvals.
  • Coordinate with government authorities for NOCs, permits, and inspections.

5. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Lead crossfunctional engineering, site execution, QS, and PMC teams.
  • Collaborate with architects, consultants, legal, finance, and sales teams for project integration.
  • Mentor engineering staff, build highperformance teams, and drive professional development.

6. Technology & Process Improvement

  • Champion the adoption of construction technologies such as BIM, project management tools, advanced materials, and automation.
  • Introduce lean construction practices, sustainability initiatives, and ESG-aligned engineering solutions.

Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering, structural design, and MEP systems.
  • Expertise in real estate development lifecyclefrom concept to handover.
  • Proven ability to lead largescale construction projects.
  • Skilled in vendor management, negotiation, and budgeting.
  • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with modern construction technologies (BIM, ERP, PMIS, etc.).

Qualifications

  • Education: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (mandatory). M.Tech / MBA (preferred).
  • Experience: 1525 years in real estate construction, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Experience in residential, commercial, or mixeduse projects as required by the organization.

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