Head of Execution – Roads

Job Description

Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha Company: Fortune Group – Paving India’s Infrastructure Future Experience Required: 8–10 Years (Road Construction & Infra Projects) Salary Range: as per industry standards. Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Immediate Joiners Preferred Reporting Structure: Head of Execution - Roads > HOD Execution > MD / CEO About the Company: Fortune Group is a trusted name in India’s infrastructure growth story, executing marquee projects in roads, bridges, ports, railways, and urban infrastructure . With active projects across Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, and Nagaland , and a group turnover of ₹300 crores, we are gearing toward becoming a ₹500 crore enterprise in the near future for this upcoming financial year. Driven by excellence and empowered by execution, we are expanding our core team and looking for a seasoned Head of Execution – Roads to lead high-value civil and structural components at site. Fortune Group is currently undergoing strategic expansion, diversifying its portfolio across key growth sectors including agriculture, warehousing, logistics, and healthcare. The group is committed to driving a transformative impact through innovation and sectoral integration. Role Overview: As the Head of Execution – Roads , you will be responsible for overseeing end-to end execution of all road and highway infrastructure projects across multiple sites. You will be the strategic bridge between planning and delivery—ensuring quality, timeliness, compliance, and cost control. Beyond project execution, candidates with business acumen and strong industry relationships are encouraged to contribute to business growth and will be rewarded with attractive performance bonuses for securing new work. Key Responsibilities: A. Project Execution & Site Management Lead and manage the complete execution of road construction projects including earthwork, bituminous works, culverts, drains, junctions, and safety systems Ensure timely delivery of projects while adhering to design, specifications, and quality standards Supervise and guide site engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and labor teams Monitor daily progress, cost utilization, productivity, and equipment deployment Handle project planning in coordination with the Project Planning and Quantity Surveying teams. B. Compliance & Quality Ensure strict compliance with IRC codes, MORTH specifications, and contractual obligations Conduct quality inspections, material testing oversight, and periodic safety audits Interface with consultants, clients, and government bodies for approvals and inspections C. Commercial & Strategic Involvement Participate in pre-bid project walkthroughs and execution strategy formulation Optimize project cost structures through resource planning and subcontractor negotiations Submit daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to senior management D. Commercial & Strategic Involvement Identify and leverage contacts for new project opportunities or subcontracts Represent the company in industry forums, tenders, and client meetings Collaborate with BD and Proposal teams in building technically feasible, cost-effective execution plans. Ideal Candidate Profile: Experience: Minimum 8–10 years in road/highway project execution in EPC or infra firms Qualification: B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering (M.Tech preferred) Domain Knowledge: Road construction techniques, project lifecycle, traffic diversion, soil stabilization, Hands-on experience in bitumen roads, concrete roads, flexible pavement works, Knowledge of relevant road codes, traffic norms, and local regulatory frameworks. Tools: MS Project/Primavera, AutoCAD, ERP (preferred), Excel for site Reporting. Soft Skills: Strong leadership and team management skills, Excellent site coordination and cross-functional collaboration, Strategic mindset with the ability to handle complexity under pressure What Makes This Role Exciting? Lead the execution of multi-crore road infrastructure projects across India High visibility with direct reporting to company leadership and project owners Lucrative performance-based bonuses for professionals contributing to new business acquisition Become part of a ₹400+ crore enterprise with a vision to lead India's next wave of infra growth Bonus Opportunity : Hefty Business Bonus for professionals who can: Bring in new EPC contracts or subcontracts. Tap into client networks to unlock new tenders or work orders. Provide strategic inputs that convert to tangible business outcomes. Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person