Project Cum Cost Analysist

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Sikar; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited is seeking a Project cum Cost Analyst for our Ringus Plant to support project planning, monitor progress, and analyze costs to keep initiatives on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has work experience in manufacturing operations, project management, cost analysis, and data-driven decision-making, with strong MS Excel skills and a hands-on approach to coordinating with cross-functional teams for successful execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in engineering; MBA/PGDM an added advantage.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, project management, plant operations, cost analysis, or similar roles.
• Experience in manufacturing plant/project environments desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, execution, and implementation at the Ringus Plant.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, deliverables, and overall progress.
• Conduct project cost analysis, including budget tracking, actual vs. planned costs, and variance analysis.
• Prepare regular project cost and progress reports for management review.
• Provide analytical insights to identify cost-saving opportunities and risks.
• Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and other teams for smooth execution.
• Apply knowledge of manufacturing operations to understand project requirements and challenges.
• Track project activities, action items, dependencies, and pending deliverables.
• Organize and coordinate project review meetings and ensure timely follow-up on actions.
• Maintain project documentation and records for audits.
• Prepare MIS, dashboards, and other reports related to project progress and costs.
• Ensure effective team communication among stakeholders.
• Escalate deviations in scope, timelines, and costs to stakeholders.

Skills

MS Excel

Data analytics

Data management

Stakeholder management

Cost analysis

Project coordination

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering

MBA/PGDM in Operations / Finance / Project Management

Job description

We are looking for a Project cum Cost Analyst for our Ringus Plant who will be responsible for supporting project planning and execution, monitoring project progress, analyzing project costs, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, within timelines and budget.

The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of manufacturing operations, project management, cost analysis, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project planning, execution, and implementation at the Ringus Plant.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, deliverables, and overall progress.
• Conduct project cost analysis, including budget tracking, actual vs. planned costs, and variance analysis.
• Prepare regular project cost and progress reports for management review.
• Provide analytical insights to identify cost-saving opportunities and potential project risks.
• Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and other relevant teams for smooth project execution.
• Apply technical knowledge of manufacturing operations to understand project requirements and operational challenges.
• Support day-to-day plant operations wherever required to ensure continuity and effective execution of ongoing initiatives.
• Track project activities, action items, dependencies, and pending deliverables.
• Organize and coordinate project review meetings and ensure timely follow-up on action points.
• Maintain proper project-related documentation, records, and document retention for future reference and audits.
• Prepare MIS, dashboards, presentations, and other reports related to project progress and costs.
• Ensure effective team communication and coordination among all stakeholders.
• Identify deviations in project scope, timelines, and costs and **escalate** critical issues to the concerned stakeholders.
• Support management in evaluating project performance and making informed decisions based on data and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with organizational processes, documentation standards, and project governance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing operations and processes.
• Knowledge of project planning and execution.
• Strong project monitoring and tracking capabilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong MS Excel skills; knowledge of MIS, reporting, and data analysis will be preferred.
• Ability to analyze project budgets, costs, and variances.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple teams and manage priorities.
• Detail-oriented with a structured and result-focused approach.

Qualification & Experience

• Qualification: B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline. MBA/PGDM in Operations, Finance, or Project Management will be an added advantage.
• Experience: 3–7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, project management, plant operations, cost analysis, or a similar role.
• Experience in a manufacturing plant/project environment will be preferred.

Ideal Candidate

• A hands-on and analytical professional who can effectively connect project execution with cost management, coordinate with plant teams, track performance, and provide management with accurate insights for timely decision-making.

Required Skills

Data Analytics Data Management Documentation