Section In-Charge – Transmission Line

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Section In-Charge for a transmission line project to lead zone‑wise execution, covering survey, foundations, tower erection, stringing, quality, HSE and handover activities. The role is site‑based in Khavda (or Surat) and involves coordination with multidisciplinary teams and multiple contractors.

Key responsibilities

• Take overall PMC supervision for the assigned transmission line section or zone.
• Coordinate survey, foundation, tower erection, stringing, OPGW installation, testing and handover activities.
• Review contractor work fronts, resource deployment, gang productivity and daily execution plans.
• Monitor progress against section targets, identify constraints and maintain a constraint register.
• Conduct daily and weekly coordination meetings with contractor representatives and ensure timely inspections, RFI closure and test recording.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly progress reports and maintain quantity‑verification records for contractor billing.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 12 years of transmission line construction experience, including 400 kV projects; 765 kV or HVDC experience preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple contractor gangs and geographically dispersed work fronts.

Required skills

• Transmission line construction (high‑voltage lines).
• Survey and foundation works.
• Tower erection and stringing.
• OPGW installation and testing.
• HVDC line experience.
• Project management and contractor supervision.

What we offer

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Well‑being programs for employees and families.
• Technical and professional development programs.
• Hybrid work options with onsite focus.