Project Head

Job Title: Project Head – Solid Waste Management (SWM)

Company: Konark GroupDepartment: Operations – Solid Waste ManagementProject Location: Amravati, MaharashtraEmployment Type: Full\-TimeExperience: 10–15 YearsQualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Civil / Mechanical / Environmental Engineering or MBA in Operations Management (preferred).

Job Overview

Konark Group is looking for an experienced and result\-oriented Project Head – Solid Waste Management to lead and manage its Solid Waste Management operations in Amravati, Maharashtra.

The candidate will be responsible for the complete end\-to\-end management of the municipal SWM project, including door\-to\-door waste collection, transportation, street sweeping, waste segregation, manpower deployment, fleet management, municipal coordination, financial control and contractual compliance.

The Project Head will act as the single\-point leader for the entire project and will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, service quality, financial discipline and adherence to the contractual obligations agreed with the Municipal Corporation.

The candidate must possess strong leadership skills, practical experience in municipal SWM operations and the ability to independently manage large\-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities

1\. Overall Project Management

• Take complete ownership of the Amravati Solid Waste Management project.
• Ensure execution of all activities as per the tender conditions, agreement, BOQ and contractual scope.
• Prepare annual, monthly and weekly operational plans.
• Establish clear reporting structures and accountability across all project departments.
• Monitor project performance against operational and financial targets.
• Ensure timely execution of all contractual obligations and deliverables.
• Report project performance, challenges and critical issues directly to senior management.

2\. Solid Waste Management Operations

• Manage end\-to\-end door\-to\-door waste collection operations.
• Supervise primary and secondary waste transportation.
• Ensure effective implementation of wet and dry waste segregation.
• Monitor street sweeping, drain cleaning, public area cleaning and other assigned sanitation activities.
• Ensure proper functioning of collection points, garbage vulnerable points (GVPs), transfer stations and waste processing facilities.
• Ensure timely lifting and removal of waste from designated locations.
• Monitor daily collection efficiency and prevent waste accumulation and overflowing bins.
• Ensure adherence to applicable Solid Waste Management Rules and municipal requirements.

3\. Manpower \& Workforce Management

• Plan and manage deployment of drivers, sanitation workers, supervisors, operators and other project personnel.
• Ensure adequate manpower availability across all wards and operational zones.
• Monitor attendance, productivity, shift schedules and absenteeism.
• Establish a strong supervisory and reporting structure.
• Coordinate with HR for recruitment, replacement, disciplinary action and statutory employee compliance.
• Ensure timely wage payments, PF, ESIC and other applicable labour law compliances.
• Develop performance\-based accountability among field supervisors and operational teams.

4\. Fleet, Vehicle \& Machinery Management

• Manage the complete fleet of garbage collection vehicles, compactors, tippers, tractors, JCBs and other equipment deployed on the project.
• Ensure vehicle availability, route efficiency and optimum utilisation.
• Monitor GPS tracking, vehicle movement, fuel consumption and operating hours.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules and minimise vehicle breakdowns.
• Monitor fuel consumption and prevent fuel pilferage and operational losses.
• Coordinate with workshop and maintenance teams for timely repairs.
• Maintain vehicle\-wise operational records and utilisation reports.

5\. Municipal Corporation \& Government Coordination

• Act as the primary point of contact for Amravati Municipal Corporation and its SWM, Health and Sanitation Departments.
• Coordinate with Municipal Commissioner, Additional Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, Health Officer, Sanitation Inspectors and other designated officials.
• Attend review meetings, inspections and project performance meetings.
• Address complaints, observations and deficiencies raised by municipal authorities.
• Ensure timely submission of progress reports, attendance records, vehicle details and other contractual documentation.
• Coordinate with government authorities for approvals, permissions and operational requirements.
• Maintain professional working relationships with all relevant stakeholders.

6\. Financial \& Commercial Management

• Take responsibility for project\-level revenue, expenditure and profitability.
• Monitor project budgets, operating costs and cost per metric tonne / household.
• Control manpower, fuel, vehicle maintenance and consumable expenses.
• Verify operational quantities, deployment records and supporting documents for billing.
• Coordinate with the finance and accounts teams for timely preparation and submission of RA bills and invoices.
• Follow up on pending payments, deductions, penalties and recoveries.
• Identify additional scope, extra items and contractual variations and escalate them for management approval.
• Monitor project cash flow and working capital requirements.

7\. Contractual \& Statutory Compliance

• Ensure complete compliance with tender conditions and contractual requirements.
• Monitor deployment of prescribed manpower, vehicles and machinery.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, labour, safety and municipal regulations.
• Monitor PF, ESIC, minimum wages, insurance and other applicable statutory obligations.
• Maintain all registers, licences, permits and statutory documentation.
• Identify contractual risks and immediately escalate potential penalties, deductions or disputes.
• Coordinate with the company’s legal, HR and compliance teams.

8\. Technology, MIS \& Performance Monitoring

• Implement GPS\-based vehicle monitoring and operational tracking systems.
• Ensure daily reporting of door\-to\-door collection, sweeping, waste transportation and disposal.
• Monitor ward\-wise and route\-wise performance.
• Implement digital attendance and workforce monitoring.
• Track citizen complaints and ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly MIS reports for management.
• Establish measurable KPIs for supervisors and operational teams.

9\. Citizen Grievance \& Public Relations

• Ensure prompt resolution of public complaints relating to waste collection and sanitation.
• Coordinate with ward offices and municipal representatives.
• Ensure cleanliness of public areas and prevent recurring garbage accumulation.
• Implement awareness and segregation initiatives in coordination with municipal authorities.
• Maintain service standards and protect the company’s reputation.

Required Qualifications \& Experience

• B.E. / B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering preferred.
• MBA in Operations / Project Management will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 10–15 years of overall experience.
• At least 5 years in a leadership position in municipal Solid Waste Management operations.
• Experience managing large\-scale municipal projects involving door\-to\-door collection, transportation and street sweeping.
• Experience handling 500\+ workforce and large vehicle fleets will be preferred.
• Prior experience with Municipal Corporations and government authorities is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of SWM Rules, 2016 and applicable amendments, municipal contracts and labour compliances.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, MIS, GPS tracking and operational dashboards.
• Excellent communication skills in Marathi, Hindi and English.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The Project Head will be directly evaluated on the following parameters:

• Operational Performance: Achievement of 100% planned daily service coverage as per contract.
• Collection Efficiency: Ward\-wise door\-to\-door waste collection performance.
• Cleanliness Standards: Reduction in recurring garbage vulnerable points and public complaints.
• Manpower Management: Workforce availability, attendance and productivity.
• Fleet Efficiency: Vehicle availability, GPS compliance, fuel efficiency and breakdown reduction.
• Financial Performance: Project profitability and cost control against approved budgets.
• Billing \& Recovery: Timely submission of invoices and follow\-up of outstanding payments.
• Statutory Compliance: Timely PF, ESIC, wage and other applicable compliance.
• Contractual Compliance: Zero avoidable penalties, deductions and contractual defaults.
• Client Satisfaction: Effective coordination and satisfactory performance reviews by municipal authorities.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and command over large operational teams.
• Ability to take independent decisions and accept responsibility.
• High degree of discipline, integrity and accountability.
• Excellent crisis management and problem\-solving abilities.
• Strong financial and commercial understanding.
• System\-oriented approach with a focus on measurable performance.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage challenging municipal operations.
• Willingness to be based in Amravati and take complete ownership of the project.

What We Offer

• Senior leadership opportunity in a growing infrastructure and SWM organisation.
• Independent responsibility for a large\-scale municipal project.
• Opportunity to build and lead a professional project management team.
• Performance\-linked compensation based on project deliverables and profitability.

Important: This is a project leadership position, not merely an operations management role. The selected candidate will be responsible for the overall performance, execution, financial discipline and successful delivery of the Amravati Solid Waste Management project.

Pay: ₹26,000\.00 \- ₹110,000\.00 per month

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person