Senior Installation Manager Hitachi Rail GTS India
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Job Title:Senior Installation Manager
Company:Hitachi Rail GTS India
Location:Bangalore India
Salary: As per Industry
Company Overview:
Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock signalling Mobility as a Service (MaaS) service & maintenance digital technology ticketing and turnkey solutions. By pioneering digital transformation Hitachi Rail ensures seamless sustainable transport for passengers customers and communities.
Workforce: 24000 employees
Footprint: 51 countries
We are an integrated group providing Digital Green Sustainable and Innovative technology solutions for public transport systems. With over 24 years of expertise in delivering Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) systems we have:
Successfully implemented the largest Metro AFC Upgrade Project in India.
Established a Global Engineering Competency Centre (ECC) for AFCS in India.
Developed systems capable of handling millions of ticketing transactions per day.
Become a global leader in public transport solutions through innovation and engineering excellence.
Position Overview:
Hitachi Rail is seeking an experienced Installation Manager to lead coordinate and control the installation of Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system equipment for metro/rail projects. This role is based in Bangalore and may be offered on On-roll or 3rd-party contract depending on suitability. The Installation Manager will work closely with Civil Electrical & Mechanical (E&M) and AFC teams to ensure seamless execution of installation works in accordance with approved engineering designs and project schedules.
Job Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Installation Planning & Execution
Plan coordinate and manage all AFC installation activities across project sites.
Ensure AFC rooms UPS/power supply connections cable trays/raceways and related infrastructure are completed by Civil and E&M contractors as per approved drawings/CSDs.
Oversee field activities including cable laying equipment mounting and support for testing and commissioning.
Ensure inspection verification and acceptance of delivered AFC equipment prior to installation.
Execute Installation Test Plans identify deficiencies and ensure timely rectification.
2. Coordination & Stakeholder Management
Coordinate daily with Civil E&M AFC subcontractors and Employer representatives to streamline installation works.
Participate in routine coordination meetings to review progress constraints and upcoming activities.
Provide accurate site access and progress updates to Project Manager Planning and Contract teams to support schedule updates and Extension of Time (EOT) justification.
Ensure alignment of installation activities with overall project schedule and inter-disciplinary interfaces.
3. Safety Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with all safety guidelines site regulations and environmental standards.
Monitor installation quality in alignment with engineering documents method statements and project specifications.
Enforce adherence to quality processes and maintain documentation for audits and inspections.
4. Monitoring & Reporting
Track daily progress and maintain documentation for all installation tasks.
Prepare detailed progress reports (daily weekly monthly) summarizing installation status risks delays and action plans.
Highlight critical issues impacting installation and propose mitigation strategies.
Skills:
1. Technical Skills
Proficiency in MS Office AutoCAD; familiarity with project management tools is an advantage.
Strong understanding of engineering drawings CSDs and AFC system components.
2. Soft Skills
Excellent stakeholder and coordination skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication documentation and presentation skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage dynamic site conditions.
Experience:
Total experience of 10 years with minimum 6 years in interface management or installation activities related to AFC systems in Metro/Railways/High-Speed Rail/LRT projects.
Strong understanding of AFC system architecture subsystems and system interfaces.
Hands-on experience coordinating field installation and managing multiple contractors/teams.
Experience working with project documentation inspection processes and installation testplans.
Education: Bachelors degree in electrical Electronics Instrumentation Communication Engineering or a related field.
Hitachi Values:
We are proud to say we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to any factor that doesnt impact your ability to do the job including race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status. We are proud of Japanese heritage with our values expressed through the Hitachi Spirit:
Wa Harmony Trust Respect
Makoto Sincerity Fairness Honesty Integrity
Kaitakusha-Seishin Pioneering Spirit Challenge
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