Project Engineer

Overview

Project Engineer supporting the execution and delivery of the Adani Data Centre project in Dholera, working under JLL's Project and Development Services division.

What you'll do

• Manage daily construction activities for the data centre project, ensuring work progresses according to approved schedules and specifications.
• Coordinate with multiple contractors and subcontractors including civil, structural, MEP, electrical, and specialty data centre systems contractors.
• Conduct daily site walks to monitor work quality, progress, safety compliance, and adherence to project standards.
• Facilitate coordination meetings with contractors to resolve interface issues and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Review contractor submittals including shop drawings, material data sheets, method statements, and equipment specifications for compliance with design intent and project requirements.
• Track submittal status and ensure timely review and approval cycles to prevent delays.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including RFIs, site instructions, daily reports, progress photographs, and as-built records.
• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes, site inspection reports, and progress updates to project stakeholders.
• Monitor construction progress against the project baseline schedule and identify potential delays or critical path impacts.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports detailing completed activities, upcoming milestones, and schedule variance analysis.
• Coordinate with contractors to develop recovery plans when schedule deviations occur.
• Update project schedules based on actual site conditions and communicate changes to the project management team.
• Conduct inspections of ongoing work to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards specific to data centre construction.
• Coordinate with the QAQC team to ensure proper testing and commissioning procedures for critical systems including raised floor, cooling infrastructure, power distribution, and fire suppression systems.
• Verify that materials delivered to site match approved specifications and maintain material traceability records.
• Track and monitor project costs by reviewing contractor invoices, payment applications, and change order proposals.
• Assist in preparing cost forecasts, budget variance reports, and expenditure tracking documents.
• Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options without compromising project quality or functionality.
• Coordinate installation and testing of mission-critical data centre infrastructure including UPS systems, generator sets, precision cooling units, electrical distribution equipment, and monitoring systems.
• Ensure proper coordination between raised floor installation, cable management systems, and equipment placement.
• Facilitate coordination between IT infrastructure consultants, equipment vendors, and installation contractors to ensure seamless integration of data centre systems.
• Serve as primary on-site liaison between JLL project management, Adani stakeholders, design consultants, contractors, and local authorities.
• Communicate project status, issues, and requirements clearly and promptly to all relevant parties.
• Participate in client meetings and site walkthroughs, presenting project progress and addressing concerns professionally.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with local building codes, Gujarat state regulations, and statutory requirements applicable to the Dholera Special Investment Region.
• Coordinate with local authorities for inspections, approvals, and statutory clearances required during construction.
• Maintain updated knowledge of special requirements for data centre facilities including fire safety, electrical safety, and environmental compliance.
• Support the project safety team in implementing and monitoring site safety protocols and procedures.
• Participate in safety inspections and toolbox talks to promote a safety-first culture on site.
• Ensure contractors maintain required safety equipment, signage, and emergency response procedures.
• Report safety incidents and near-misses promptly and participate in incident investigations.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in construction project management or site engineering roles.
• Experience working on large-scale infrastructure projects in India.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and coordination for multi-disciplinary projects.
• Knowledge of data centre infrastructure components including power systems, cooling systems, raised floors, and cable management.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and electrical drawings.
• Familiarity with construction contracts, specifications, and standard industry practices.
• Proficient in MS Project or Primavera P6 for schedule tracking and analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.
• Experience with project management software and document control systems.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Effective communication skills in English and Hindi.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and record-keeping capabilities.
• Team player with ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Understanding of Indian building codes, NBC provisions, and local regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with Gujarat state construction regulations and Dholera Special Investment Region guidelines.
• Knowledge of data centre standards including Uptime Institute Tier classifications, TIA-942, and relevant IS codes.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with data centre, critical facility, or industrial construction projects.
• Knowledge of BIM coordination tools (Navisworks, BIM 360).
• Knowledge of Gujarati.

Details

• Location: On-site, Ahmedabad, GJ.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 48.