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Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Energy Projects
📍 Location: India (Details to be shared during discussion)
📊 Reporting To: Board of Directors
About the Opportunity
A fast-growing, large-scale Energy & Infrastructure organization is looking for a dynamic and visionary Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and scale its Energy Projects business with a revenue potential exceeding ₹10,000+ Crores.
This is a strategic leadership role responsible for end-to-end ownership of the business, driving growth, profitability, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.
Role Overview
The COO will be responsible for complete P&L ownership of the Energy Projects business, covering the entire lifecycle from business acquisition to project execution and revenue realization.
This role requires a strong leader with deep expertise in Energy / EPC / Infrastructure sectors, capable of building scalable systems, driving execution discipline, and leading large cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Business Leadership & Strategy
- Define and drive the overall business strategy for Energy Projects
- Build a strong project pipeline through business development, tendering, and bidding
- Identify growth opportunities across geographies and segments
2. P&L Ownership
- Own and drive top-line growth, profitability, and EBITDA margins
- Ensure effective budgeting, cost control, and financial discipline
- Lead initiatives for cost optimization and margin enhancement
3. Business Development & Client Management
- Drive key account management and client relationships
- Engage with government bodies, utilities, and large enterprise clients
- Strengthen stakeholder relationships for long-term business sustainability
4. Project Execution Excellence
- Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle: Planning → Procurement → Execution → Commissioning
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with quality compliance
- Implement robust project governance frameworks and risk mitigation strategies
5. Supply Chain & Procurement
- Lead strategic sourcing, vendor development, and procurement optimization
- Ensure cost-effective and timely availability of materials and services
6. Commercials & Revenue Realization
- Oversee billing, invoicing, and revenue collection cycles
- Improve working capital efficiency and cash flow management
7. Team Leadership & Organizational Development
- Build and lead a high-performance leadership team
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability building
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance excellence
8. Brand & Market Positioning
- Strengthen the company’s brand presence in the Energy/EPC space
- Represent the organization at industry forums, client meetings, and strategic discussions
Candidate Profile
- Proven leadership experience in Energy / EPC / Infrastructure Projects
- Strong track record of managing large-scale businesses with P&L ownership
- Experience handling ₹1000+ Crore projects / multi-project portfolios (₹10,000 Cr exposure preferred)
- Deep understanding of tendering, project execution, and commercial management
- Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- Demonstrated ability to scale operations and build high-performing teams
Why This Role?
- Opportunity to lead a high-growth, large-scale energy business
- Direct visibility and interaction with the Board of Directors
- Platform to drive strategic transformation and industry impact
- Leadership role with significant decision-making authority and ownership
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