Project Head – Real Estate (Multiple Projects)

HR Equity Talent Hiring Partners; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Equity Talent Hiring Partners seeks a seasoned Project Head to lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple real estate developments in Kolkata. You will coordinate across sites, consultants, and management to meet design, quality, cost, and schedule targets.

The role requires 20+ years in Real Estate or Construction, with 5–8 years leading large-scale projects. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• B.E. / B.Tech (Civil) – M.Tech / MBA in Project Management preferred.
• 20+ years in Real Estate or Construction, with at least 5–8 years leading multiple large-scale projects.
• Domain: Residential, Commercial and Mixed-use Developments; proficiency in Primavera/MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project execution strategies for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Prepare and monitor consolidated schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Lead project governance, risk management, and performance reviews.
• Coordinate with Architecture, Design, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Sales teams.
• Ensure quality control, safety, and regulatory compliance across sites.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

B.E./B.Tech (Civil Engineering)

MBA / M.Tech in Project Management (preferred)

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Department: Projects / Construction Management

Location: Kolkata

Reporting To: Chairman / Director – Projects / COO

Job Purpose:

To lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple real estate projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to design, quality, cost, and time objectives. The Project Head acts as the central authority coordinating across sites, teams, consultants, and management for successful completion of all developments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning & Project Governance

• Develop and implement project execution strategies for all ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Prepare and monitor consolidated project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Establish standardized systems and processes for project management, quality, and reporting across sites.
• Review progress and performance of each project on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Supervise and guide individual Project Managers/Site Heads to ensure progress aligns with master plans.
• Identify risks, delays, or cost escalations early and implement corrective actions.
• Review contractor and consultant performance across all sites and recommend improvements or alternatives.
• Ensure standardization of construction practices and quality benchmarks across projects.

3. Coordination with Internal & External Stakeholders

• Work closely with Architecture, Design, Procurement, Contracts, Finance, Legal, and Sales teams.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders including architects, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Liaise with statutory authorities for project approvals, compliance, and occupancy certifications.
• Represent the Projects Department in management review meetings.

4. Cost & Quality Control

• Monitor and control project budgets; track cost deviations and ensure adherence to approved estimates.
• Certify project cost statements, contractor bills, and material approvals.
• Ensure strict implementation of quality control systems and technical audits.
• Drive initiatives to minimize wastage and optimize resource utilization.

5. Safety, Compliance & Sustainability

• Ensure all projects comply with statutory regulations, RERA norms, and EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards.
• Conduct safety audits and enforce site safety culture across all projects.
• Promote sustainable construction practices and efficient site management systems.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate project teams and site engineers across multiple locations.
• Build a strong culture of accountability, teamwork, and result orientation.
• Identify and develop future project leaders within the team.

7. Reporting & MIS

• Maintain consolidated dashboards for project progress, cost, and quality.
• Provide monthly and quarterly reports to senior management with variance analysis.
• Present key highlights, risks, and strategic recommendations for decision-making.

8. Handover & Post-Completion

• Ensure coordinated handover of completed projects to CRM/Sales teams.
• Oversee statutory closures, OC/CC acquisition, and final documentation.
• Review post-completion feedback to improve future project planning.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: B.E. / B.Tech (Civil Engineering) – M.Tech / MBA (Project Management) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 20+ years in Real Estate or Construction Industry, with at least 5–8 years leading multiple large-scale projects.
• Domain Expertise:
• Residential, Commercial, and Mixed-use Developments.
• Project Planning (Primavera/MS Project), Budgeting & Execution.
• Strong leadership and multi-project management ability.
• Strategic planning and execution excellence.
• Technical proficiency and problem-solving orientation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination.
• Decision-making under pressure with high accountability.
• Integrity, ownership, and team motivation skills.