Head of Department – Structures – REC-Energy Chennai

Company Description

What we are looking for?

REC – Energy, Ramboll Engineering Centre Energy

Ramboll Engineering Centre, Energy provides engineering service worldwide mainly in Energy Sectors. REC Energy works in close cooperation with other Ramboll offices located in Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, UK, Middle East, USA and Asia Pacific.

The Head of Department (HOD) provides overall leadership and direction to the Structures department. HOD must have international mindset and exposure in managing large & complex projects. Responsible for managing teams dedicated to Nordic, USA & UK countries. Plays a critical role in providing the strategic direction, management, and performance of Structures department within the Energy Sector. Work very closely with Director Energy and collaborate with overseas counterparts, understand the dynamics of each geography market, and build strong relationship to drive the growth of global workshare.

This position requires a dynamic leader with exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and inspire a diverse team towards achieving departmental and organizational goals & OKR’s (Objective & Key Results)

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Develop and implement departmental strategies aligned with the organization's mission, vision, and objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges within the department's scope and develop proactive strategies to address them.

People leadership

• Provide visible, tangible leadership based on the Ramboll Values and the Ramboll Leadership Profile.
• Lead, manage, and oversee the Structures department’s operations.
• Hire, mentor, train, and evaluate departmental staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Operational and Profitable performance

• Establish performance metrics, goals, and targets for the department and monitor progress towards achieving them.
• Optimize resources, ensuring efficient allocation and management of staff, materials, and budgets.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations with the technical heads, provide constructive feedback, and help recognize outstanding performance.
• Prepare and present reports on the department's progress and projects to executive management and board members.

Financial Management

• Ensure that the department heads are clearly developing and managing the departmental budget, effective allocation of resources to support departmental initiatives and activities.

Monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and high customer satisfaction.

Risk Management

• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within the department's operations, processes, and projects along with the technical heads.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies, contingency plans, and controls to minimize the impact of risks on departmental objectives.

Continuous Improvement

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the department, encouraging staff to explore new ideas, technologies, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Performance Indicators and Targets

• Billing ratio & Utilization ratio
• Global work sharing Hours
• Talent head count
• Attrition
• Diversity & Equality
• Financial Performance of Projects
• Monitor and control of quality project delivery according to Ramboll processes and guidelines.
• Client satisfaction Score – positive client feedback and reflections
• Employee Satisfaction & Engagement Survey Score – Our voice

Ramboll One Company KPIs

• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Local and Global team Collaboration
• Mentoring/Leadership Development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a reputed University. Master’s degree or / MBA is preferred. Membership/ Chartership of an appropriately recognized professional institution will be highly desirable.
• Minimum 15-20 years of experience in delivering large multinational projects with a focus on quality and delivery. Capable of managing large teams.
• Expert-level engineer, specialist who is recognised both within and outside the organisation as thought leader in an area of expertise, a master in Structural discipline as well as having a thorough understanding of related disciplines.
• Proven track record in Multinational consulting companies, particularly in the Energy sector.
• In-depth technical expertise and a proactive approach to identifying and leveraging emerging technologies for operational improvements.
• Familiarity with international codes and standard.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of Decarbonization of structures and a passion for Sustainable Development practices are desirable.
• Ability to use time productively, maximizes efficiency, and meets challenging work goals.
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determined to manage priorities.
• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values, business integrity and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Excellent proficiency in English, encompassing both written and verbal communication skills.
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) & Adobe Acrobat
• Provide technical leadership and oversee all projects from conception to completion.
• Experience in structural design, engineering & analysis of Energy sectors i.e. working on greenfield, brownfield and specialized services within offshore structures & substation; Offshore Foundation, Jackets and Tops side of wind energy area
• Knowledge of international codes and standards such as Eurocodes with National Annex codes.
• Knowledge of relevant software tools STAAD Pro, Autodesk Revit, A BIM, AutoCAD, Navisworks required & TEKLA Structures ETABS, MathCAD preferred.
• Exposure to Decarbonization in Energy Structures. Promote Ramboll sustainability strategy.
• Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering, design, and construction of Energy structures.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, technologies, codes, and standards.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant regulations and safety standards.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors, negotiating contracts to secure favourable terms.
• Spearheading the Bid and Tender on specific project opportunities.
• Exposure in project performance and variation management
• Responsible for effective Implementation and utilization of quality tools to minimize the number of quality errors and client complaints
• Ensure that Ramboll Code of Conduct is followed in all situations

Additional Information

Working at Ramboll

To work at Ramboll means being part of a people organisation. We are focused on knowledge sharing and collaboration across competence areas and geography, and we aim for a strong diversity among our employees. This enables us to solve a broad range of projects, and we firmly believe that cross-collaboration leads to creative and longstanding solutions. Thus, the possibilities at Ramboll are many and diverse –we invest a lot in the development of people and offer career paths tailored for each individual.

Welcome to our Energy division

Ramboll is at the forefront of addressing the green transition and offers a holistic approach to energy that supports the sector on the journey towards more sustainable solutions. With 1,800 experts in 14 countries, covering the full spectrum of technologies and all parts of the value chain from production and transmission to distribution, we plan, design and implement energy solutions all over the world.

Ramboll in India

Ramboll has more than 1,000 experts working across five offices in India applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying, please send your application through our online recruitment system by clicking the link ‘apply’ below. Attach your CV, cover letter and relevant documents