Technical Head

Role & responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead strategic planning and end-to-end execution of expansion, redevelopment, and experiential projects, including themed attractions, sets, infrastructure, utilities, and guest facilities.
• Translate creative and experiential concepts into technically feasible, safe, and cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource deployment strategies ensuring project efficiency.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved timelines, scope, and budgets through robust cost control and monitoring mechanisms.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly progress reviews to track milestones, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Integrate departmental workflows to ensure seamless execution across all engineering and support functions.

Civil Engineering Oversight

• Oversee design, construction, and maintenance of civil works including buildings, themed structures, roads, pathways, landscapes, water bodies, and structural elements.
• Ensure adherence to approved drawings, specifications, statutory norms, and quality assurance benchmarks.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders for smooth execution.
• Monitor lifecycle performance and maintenance planning of all civil assets.

MEP Engineering Oversight

• Lead planning, installation, testing, commissioning, and effective maintenance of all MEP systems including power distribution, HVAC, lighting, water supply, drainage, fire-fighting systems, STP/WTP, and automation systems.
• Ensure uninterrupted utility services across attractions, studios, events, and guest areas.
• Drive energy-efficient, sustainable, and technology-driven engineering solutions.

Experiential & Thematic Integration

• Work closely with creative, operations, and attractions teams to ensure strong inter-departmental collaboration and alignment.
• Integrate technical systems with guest experience requirements including special effects, lighting, sound, and show control systems.
• Ensure technical reliability, safety, and operational ease post project handover.

Vendor, Contractor & Consultant Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Negotiate contracts ensuring alignment with technical, commercial, and safety requirements.
• Conduct regular site reviews, inspections, and progress meetings to ensure quality and timelines.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Establish and enforce robust quality assurance (QA/QC) frameworks across all projects and maintenance works.
• Ensure strict safety compliance, including NBC norms, fire safety, electrical safety, environmental regulations, and statutory approvals.
• Implement proactive risk management practices to identify, assess, and mitigate operational and project risks.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all engineering departments.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Lead budget management, including preparation of project cost estimates and capex planning.
• Monitor expenditure, control cost variations, and ensure financial discipline across all projects.
• Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize costs without compromising quality or experience.
• Review and certify contractor bills and ensure proper financial closure of projects.

Technical Operations & Maintenance Governance

• Oversee technical operations of Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Communication departments across all business units/companies.
• Ensure performance efficiency, uptime, and reliability of all engineering systems.
• Establish systems for inventory management of engineering materials, spares, and consumables.
• Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance practices are implemented effectively across all assets.

Technology & Process Integration

• Drive adoption of advanced technologies, automation, and smart systems in engineering and maintenance functions.
• Ensure integration of departmental processes for seamless coordination and improved operational efficiency.
• Standardize engineering practices, SOPs, and maintenance protocols across units.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor Civil and MEP teams, ensuring skill development and performance management.
• Coordinate closely with Operations, Attractions, Events, Safety, Procurement, and Finance teams.
• Establish SOPs, technical standards, and best practices for project execution and maintenance.

Preferred candidate profile

• 25 to 30 years of relevant experience in Civil and MEP project execution
• Minimum 5 to 7 years in a leadership role managing large-scale infrastructure or experiential projects
• Prior experience in theme parks, entertainment destinations, hospitality, or large integrated developments will be an added advantage
• Proven experience in executing large-scale civil and MEP projects from concept to commissioning
• Experience in handling expansion and redevelopment projects in high-footfall environments
• Exposure to experiential / themed projects, integrating engineering with creative concepts