Lead, Projects

WeWork Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

WeWork India is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager with 4-6 years of experience to lead capital improvement and commercial fit-out projects across multiple locations in India. The role sits within the Physical Group and requires collaboration with architects, procurement, community, sales, and facilities to ensure timely, on-budget delivery with high-quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong civil engineering background (MEP knowledge preferred) and demonstrates excellent

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience managing large-scale fit-out and capital improvement projects in construction.
• Civil Engineering background with sound knowledge of MEP services.
• Strong project management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder interaction at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across India.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans with timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and consultants across all project phases.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions to meet milestones.
• Develop and manage project budgets with cost-saving measures.
• Serve as primary point of contact for project communications with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

MEP knowledge

Tools

MS Project

Autodesk/ CAD tools

Job description

About us

Launched in 2017, WeWork India is one of India’s leading premium flexible workspace operators - GPTW certified (Nov 2024 – Nov 2025, Dec 2025 – Dec 2026). WeWork India has been the largest operator by total revenue for the past three fiscal years. Since its inception, WeWork India has expanded across 8 cities in Chennai, New Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad, with 79 operational centres spanning 9.1 million square feet. WeWork India has played a significant role in the growth of the flexible workspace sector and contributed to the evolution of its products and services, providing customised and curated solutions for various office space needs.

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About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager with 4-6 years of experience to lead capital improvement and commercial fit-out projects across multiple locations in India. The ideal candidate will bring a strong civil engineering background and proven experience managing large-scale projects end-to-end, from initial site identification through opening and final handover.

This role sits within the Physical Group and requires close collaboration with architects, designers, procurement, community, sales, and facilities teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager will own the project lifecycle - from due diligence and bidding to execution, opening, and handover to Community and Facilities. The role demands strong stakeholder management, the ability to keep cross-functional teams focused, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously at different stages of development.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external contractors, and consultants to oversee all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement corrective actions as necessary to ensure project milestones are achieved.

Budget Management

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints and cost‑saving measures.
• Review project expenditures regularly and identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.

Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project‑related communications, both internally and externally.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including external consultants related to government agencies, regulatory bodies, and local communities, to address concerns and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Implement quality control measures to ensure that all project deliverables meet or exceed established standards and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Education and Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar discipline with sound knowledge of MEP services. Master’s degree or professional certification is a plus.
• Proven experience (4 - 6 years) in managing large scale fit‑out and capital improvement projects, in construction sector.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Sound knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and industry best practices.
• Ability to travel as required to various project sites across India.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WeWork India is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and members. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We expect all employees to embody our values and all aspects of employment including the decisions to hire and promote, are based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

Our total rewards philosophy is aimed at providing compensation that is competitive, performance linked and helps us attract and retain the talent we need to drive our business forward and serve our members. As part of WeWork India, our commitment to you is that you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters collaboration, flexibility and inclusion.