Manager/Head - Manufacturing Projects - Defence

: Job Title: Project Manager / Project Head Defence Manufacturing Projects Location: Gwalior About the Role: We are hiring seasoned Project Management professionals for a high-impact role in the Defence Manufacturing sector, focused on setting up large-scale plants for arms, ammunition, and explosives. The role demands complete ownership of project lifecycle execution from Greenfield stage to commissioning and operational readiness. Key Responsibilities: - Lead end-to-end execution of Greenfield manufacturing projects - Drive plant setup including infrastructure, machinery installation, and commissioning - Manage complete project lifecycle: planning, budgeting, execution, commissioning, and handover - Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, production, and regulatory bodies - Ensure adherence to defence compliance, safety, and quality standards - Monitor timelines, cost controls, and risk mitigation strategies - Liaise with government authorities and defence stakeholders where required Candidate Profile: 1. For Project Manager: - 10+ years of experience in project execution within defence/aerospace manufacturing - Hands-on experience in Greenfield plant setup and commissioning - Strong exposure to manufacturing plant projects (arms, ammunition, explosives preferred) 2. For Project Head: - 15+ years of experience with leadership role in large-scale defence/aerospace projects - Proven track record of leading Greenfield projects end-to-end - Strong expertise in managing multi-functional teams and large budgets Mandatory Requirements: - Industry: Defence / Aerospace ONLY (Non-negotiable) - Experience in plant construction & commissioning (must-have) - Strong project lifecycle management experience Key Skills: - Greenfield Project Execution - Plant Construction & Commissioning - Project Lifecycle Management - Defence Manufacturing Compliance - Stakeholder & Team Leadership - Cost & Risk Management This is a leadership opportunity to be part of a strategic defence manufacturing initiative with national importance.