Vishvaraj Group has announced the appointment of Vijayakumar P. R. Nair as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Bringing over three decades of diverse leadership experience, Mr. Nair will be responsible for strengthening the company’s operations and spearheading strategic initiatives across its infrastructure and utilities businesses. His extensive background in project management, planning, and operational leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing Vishvaraj Group’s mission of delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions.
Mr. Nair’s appointment marks a significant step for Vishvaraj Group as it continues to scale its presence and impact in the infrastructure sector. With a career that spans India, the Middle East, the UK, and the Asia-Pacific region, he has led operations for some of the most respected names in the industry. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief of Operations at Tata Projects, where he was instrumental in driving operational excellence and overseeing large-scale infrastructure projects.
Prior to his tenure at Tata Projects, Mr. Nair held key leadership positions with Shapoorji Pallonji Group – Engineering & Construction, CCC (Offshore), and Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering in the UK. His track record reflects a deep understanding of complex project lifecycles, execution strategies, and cross-functional team management, making him well-positioned to support Vishvaraj Group’s growth trajectory.
“In his new role at Vishvaraj Group, Mr Nair will be responsible for strengthening operations and driving strategic initiatives in infrastructure and utilities. His extensive expertise in project management, planning, and operational leadership is expected to play a key role in advancing the company’s vision of delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions.”
With infrastructure development at the core of India’s economic growth agenda, Vishvaraj Group is focused on innovating and delivering projects that align with sustainable practices. The company believes that Mr. Nair’s global perspective and proven operational leadership will enable it to deliver even greater value to stakeholders and communities.