Head - Infrastructure, TATA Steel

Foundation, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand

1. POSITION VACANT: Head – Infrastructure, TATA Steel Foundation, Jamshedpur

2. ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:

Tata Steel Foundation, established in 2016 as a Section 8 company and a subsidiary of

Tata Steel, leads community-driven development initiatives across six Indian states. With
over 1600 members, the Foundation partners with tribal and marginalized communities to
address challenges in public health, education, livelihoods, gender equality, and
infrastructure. In FY24, it reached 4.77 million people through programs funded with over
INR 500 crores, aimed at creating "an enlightened and equitable society where every
individual realizes their potential with dignity."

The Foundation operates through Impact and Enterprise pathways, using national and
regional change models to enhance societal impact. It collaborates with governments and
organizations to advocate for sustainable development, with a focus on emerging areas like
climate-resilient livelihoods and ecosystem restoration. Tata Steel Foundation is
committed to driving long-term, inclusive change in India's development landscape.

For more information, please visit

https://www.tatasteel.com/corporate/ourorganisation/csr/tata-steel-foundation/

3. JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Head - Infrastructure (HI) is a pivotal senior leadership position, reporting directly to
the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), providing the opportunity to make a significant impact
by driving infrastructure development that transforms the quality of life for underserved
communities. S/he will play a critical part in shaping and implementing innovative
infrastructure solutions that directly contributes to improving living standards, ensuring that
every project aligns with the Foundation's mission of creating lasting societal change.

The focus of this role is on leading the design and execution of large-scale, high-impact
infrastructure initiatives that resonate with the organization’s core development themes,
such as public health, education, livelihoods, and community resilience. As part of the 2030
agenda, HI will contribute to broader development goals that emphasize sustainability and
inclusivity, making this role key to the organization's long-term vision.

The HI will be responsible for managing and overseeing a total of 26 directly supervised
employees, including managerial and supervisory staff, and an additional eight indirect
reports consisting of managerial and supervisory staff across various locations.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced leaders who excel in process and design
excellence, and who are passionate about creating sustainable, long-term change.

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Key Job Responsibilities:

A. Key Objectives of the Role:

(1) Develop strategies to integrate innovative design thinking into infrastructure projects
across various geographies and themes, incorporating directional inputs from the
Foundation’s Board, Tata Steel Limited (TSL), Tata Steel Group (TSG), and relevant
government bodies;
(2) Plan, propose, implement, and review the Foundation’s Annual Business Plan for
budgets of Rs. 100 Crore and above, as committed to the board;
(3) Design and implement innovative, cost-effective community infrastructure development
projects (civil and structural) in collaboration with the Foundation’s core development
themes;
(4) Uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance in alignment with group
company norms.

B. Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

(1) Implement project management approaches to achieve functional goals within approved
budgets and timelines (20%);
(2) Conceptualize, validate, design, and approve the execution of civil and structural
construction initiatives (20%);
(3) Driving safety & total quality management in respect of civil and structural jobs (20%);
(4) Review the implementation of Annual Business Plan (ABP) across geographies to
ensure its adequacy and alignment with the Foundation’s objectives and strategy (10%);
(5) Oversee vendor compliance, bill certification, and payment processes (10%);
(6) Mentor individual and team performance, guiding them towards professional growth and
excellence (10%);
(7) Prepare and submit management reports, presentations, and progress reviews (10%).

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications:
Applicants must have Master’s degree/MBA or equivalent along with Bachelor’s degree (B.
Tech/ B.Sc./ B.E.) in Civil Engineering from accredited university. Alternatively, candidates
with related specializations, such as Urban Planning, or Environmental Engineering, with
strong experience in infrastructure management shall also be considered based on their
compatibility with the role requirements.

Experience:
A minimum of 15 years of experience in Infrastructure (both hard/ tangible and soft/
intangible), of which 5+ years of experience in heading the vertical.

Skills And Competencies:

(A) Skills:
(1) Expertise in Design Preparation and Bill of Quantities (BoQ) document metrics;
(2) Proficiency in Civil/Structural Design Softwares - AutoCAD/Civil 3D, STAAD Pro, MS-
Project, Revit, etc;
(3) Strong Command of English and Hindi, both written and speaking is required;
(4) Knowledge of other languages such as Odia, Bengali, Santhali, Ho is a plus;
(5) Proficient in MS-Office suite, Power BI, Data Analytics tools;
(6) Skilled in Financial/ Budget Planning and Management;
(7) Familiarity with GIS mapping and geospatial technologies/software is highly desirable;
(8) Proven ability to implement project management and Agile methodologies, aligned with
functional KPIs and OKRs.

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(B) Competencies:
(1) Proven experience in developing and executing large-scale rural infrastructure projects;
(2) Strong understanding of the linkages between climate change, ecosystems, and
infrastructure projects (both large and small), demonstrated through previous work
experience;
(3) Extensive expertise in climate risk, vulnerability, and adaptation assessments, with
experience in participatory project identification and management;
(4) Strong mentoring and leadership skills, with a proven ability to guide and support teams
for effective project delivery;
(5) Ability to thrive in diverse environments, with experience interacting with senior
leadership on strategic initiatives;
(6) Demonstrated success in operational management and program execution;
(7) Skilled in crafting and delivering comprehensive reports and presentations to the board,
effectively conveying key insights, performance data, and strategic recommendations;
(8) Strategic planning experience in developing annual business plans and long-term
strategies, aligned with company objectives;
(9) Strong proficiency in managing complex data and overseeing financial performance of
the vertical.

5. COMPENSATION OFFERED:

Gross compensation budgeted for the position is attractive. Please note that the offer made
to the selected candidate shall be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and salary
history.

6. TRAVEL: As necessary

7. LOCATION: Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India

8. REFERENCE: HI-TSF

9. CONTACT INFORMATION:

Team SAMS
Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.
1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar
New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025
Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612

10. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to upload their applications,
using the link https://bit.ly/Apply-HI-TSF by or before October 7, 2024.

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