Assistant Project Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and promotion from within culture

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Job summary

A leading global firm in Chennai is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the execution of data centre projects. The role requires effective coordination with contractors and internal teams to ensure project tasks are completed on time and within budget. Candidates should have a basic understanding of data centre infrastructure and MEP systems, along with good follow-up skills. Join a company committed to diversity, inclusion, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of data centre infrastructure and MEP systems.
• Good coordination and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day management of data centre construction activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Monitor project schedule and track progress.
• Ensure execution as per approved drawings and specifications.
• Support installation and coordination of critical systems such as UPS, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Protection, BMS, and ELV systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and site protocols.
• Track materials, manpower, and work fronts.
• Support preparation of progress reports and review meetings.
• Resolve routine site issues and elevate major concerns to Project Manager.

Skills

Coordination skills

Understanding of MEP systems

Ability to work in fast-paced environments

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Job Description Summary

This role will support the Project Manager in execution of data centre projects, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and as per quality and safety standards.

About the Role

• Assist in day-to-day management of data centre construction activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Monitor project schedule and track progress.
• Ensure execution as per approved drawings and specifications.
• Support installation and coordination of critical systems such as UPS, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Protection, BMS, and ELV systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and site protocols.
• Track materials, manpower, and work fronts.
• Support preparation of progress reports and review meetings.
• Resolve routine site issues and elevate major concerns to Project Manager.

About You

• Basic understanding of data centre infrastructure and MEP systems.
• Good coordination and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion