Engineering Team Lead - Prefab

Engineer Lead -Modular Construction Join a Team Engineering the Future of Construction: Building Beyond Bricks: A Collaborative Journey Towards Transformative Personal Construction Inspired by the vision of empowering individuals and enriching lives through personal building, we embark on a transformative journey driven by the power of collaboration and fueled by groundbreaking scientific advancements. This isn't just about erecting structures; it's about unlocking human potential by creating personal spaces that inspire, nurture, and propel individuals and communities towards a brighter future. Our Mission of developing Modular Building Technology that empowers & enriches customers’ lives - benefits all of humanity. To revolutionise personal construction through cutting-edge scientific advancements and human-centric design, creating modular building systems that are: Building the Future, Block by Block:

• Factory-born precision: Envision modular systems born in controlled factory environments, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and precision in every block.
• Intuitive assembly: Design building blocks that snap together seamlessly, akin to LEGO®, empowering individuals with user-friendly construction experiences.
• Robust resilience: Develop systems that withstand harsh handling, extreme weather conditions, and the test of time, providing long-lasting value and peace of mind.
• Speeding up construction: Revolutionize construction timelines, transforming months into hours, unlocking the potential for rapid deployment of homes, schools, and essential infrastructure.

• Partner with Sales and Marketing: Collaborate with these departments to identify projects that align with both strategic goals and Prefab suitability.
• Competitive Advantage Analysis: Go beyond just cost. Analyze tenders for factors like faster time-to-market, improved quality control, and reduced environmental impact – key Prefab benefits.
• Identify and pursue key PEB-based EPC tenders that align with the firm's strategic goals.
• Assess tenders for potential benefits and competitive advantages.
• Develop a Prefab Expertise Database: Create an internal database capturing past project successes and challenges. This informs future tender selection and helps refine construction methodologies to address recurring issues.
• Embrace Innovation Workshops: Conduct regular brainstorming sessions where the team explores and evaluates new technologies and construction methods for Prefab projects.
• Focus on Innovation & Expertise: Prioritize tenders that allow the team to showcase their innovative construction methods. Encourage participation in industry research and development initiatives to stay ahead of the curve.

• Prefab-Specific Design Principles: Integrate modularity, pre-fabrication potentials, and efficient on-site assembly.
• Standards Compliance: Adhere to Indian Standards (IS) and ISO codes.
• Structural Review: Structural engineering documents undergo rigorous vetting by IITM.
• Drawing Standards: Construction drawings adhere to ISO 19650, and manufacturing drawings follow ASME standards.
• Material Selection: All building materials meet industry standards.
• Quality Assurance: Establish stringent quality control procedures.
• Lean & JIT Integration: Incorporate Lean Construction and JIT principles.
• Standardization and Prefab Best Practices: Encourage standardized Prefab elements and methods, and automate tasks.
• Cross-Training and Collaborative Problem-Solving: Promote cross-training and collaborative problem-solving.
• Integrated Planning & Risk Management: Work closely with stakeholders and establish a collaborative risk management plan.

• Project Overview: Name, description, client details, schedule with key milestones.
• Design Documents:GA Drawings: Overall layout, dimensions, connections, building services locations.
• Shop Drawings: Detailed module drawings for manufacturing (DFMA).
• Structural Calculations: Analysis and calculations to meet building codes.
• MEP Drawings: Detailed drawings for mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems.
• Material Specifications:BOM: Comprehensive list of materials with quantities, specifications, standards.
• MSDS: Safety information for all materials.
• Quality Control:ITP: Inspection and testing procedures.
• NCR Process: Non-conformance reporting and resolution.
• Additional: Sustainability report, logistics plan (optional).

• Pre-Construction:Scope Definition: Collaborate with the project manager and client to define the project scope, including functionalities, specifications, and performance requirements.
• Design Management: Lead the engineering team in developing designs that meet project requirements, adhere to building codes and standards, and optimize for efficient manufacturing and on-site assembly.
• COBie Implementation: Master the COBie standard for efficient data exchange.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Material Selection and Procurement: Select cost-effective materials.
• Design Review and Approval: Facilitate design reviews and obtain necessary approvals.
• Schedule Development: Contribute to the development of a realistic project schedule.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Implement systems to collect and analyze project data.
• Break Down Silos: Foster a collaborative environment across departments.
• Construction:Engineering Support: Provide ongoing support to the manufacturing team.
• Quality Control: Ensure thorough reviews and approvals of shop drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Change Management: Anticipate and manage design changes efficiently.
• Technical Problem Solving: Address technical issues that may arise during construction.
• Post-Construction:As-Built Documentation: Create accurate "as-built" drawings.
• Lessons Learned: Identify lessons learned for future projects.

• Embrace Innovation: Challenge the team to explore new techniques and materials.
• Standardization with Flexibility: Develop standardized methods while allowing for customization.
• Prefab Playbook: Create a standardized approach for developing construction methodologies.
• Embrace Tech-Driven Efficiency: Integrate BIM and other technologies.
• Focus on Sustainability: Integrate sustainable practices into the construction methodology.
• Thriving Team Culture:Establish Team Culture: Develop a team culture focused on excitement, optimism, and curiosity.
• Invest in Prefab Expertise: Provide training opportunities.
• Recognition & Reward: Celebrate achievements and recognize contributions.
• Open Communication & Psychological Safety: Foster an environment of open discussion, risk acknowledgment, experimentation, and stakeholder involvement.
• Prefab Champions: Develop team members into Prefab construction champions.
• Learning Culture: Foster a continuous learning environment.
• Develop Prefab Expertise: Deepen the team's understanding of PEB capabilities.

• Client Focus: Develop a strong understanding of client needs and incorporate their feedback.
• Integrated Prefab Process: Develop a clear, holistic, and well-communicated Prefab process involving all stakeholders.
• Prefab Expertise Sharing: Educate other stakeholders about the benefits and limitations of Prefab construction.
• Continuous Improvement: Pursue a path of continuous improvement and celebrate team members' contributions.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering.
• Extensive experience in modular construction and offsite fabrication.
• Proficiency in relevant software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Proficiency in DFMA and PFEMA principles.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Understanding of basic electrical and plumbing design principles.
• Ability to research and identify suitable building materials.
• Familiarity with construction material procurement processes.