Deputy Manager

Role Purpose

This role is responsible for managing all land-related activities required for successful project execution in the PT&D business. This includes ensuring timely acquisition of land, securing Right of Way (RoW) clearances, conducting due diligence, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks. The role demands negotiation skills, stakeholder management, and an ability to work under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire land parcels required for projects, ensuring alignment with business timelines
• Lead negotiations with landowners, local authorities, and other stakeholders for amicable resolutions
• Collaborate with site teams and operations to proactively address and resolve RoW and land acquisition challenges, ensuring minimal project delays and seamless execution
• Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements related to land acquisition and RoW
• Maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports on land acquisition progress, challenges and resolutions
• Prioritize risks related to land acquisition and RoW clearance, including legal, operational, and community-related risks
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to minimize potential disruptions to project timelines
• Monitor and evaluate ongoing risks, updating mitigation plans as necessary
• Build and maintain relationships with local communities, government bodies, and contractors to facilitate smooth project execution
• Represent the organization in discussions with local governments, Panchayats, and other authorities

Indicative Experience and Exposure

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Civil Engineering, Urban/Regional Planning, or Land Management
• Master’s degree in business administration, Infrastructure Management, or Land/Urban Policy (preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in land acquisition and Right of Way (RoW) for transmission, distribution, or linear infrastructure projects (roads, pipelines, railways)
• Proven experience in title verification, due diligence, encumbrance checks, and resolving legal discrepancies in land records
• Strong understanding of land laws, compensation frameworks, rehabilitation & resettlement norms, and applicable state revenue procedures
• Hands-on experience negotiating with landowners, local authorities, and community stakeholders to achieve amicable settlements