Project Manager

AdaniConneX; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

The Adani Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive end-to-end execution of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise Data Center projects with a strong focus on MEP systems. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with consultants, contractors, OEMs, clients, and internal stakeholders from project initiation to commissioning and handover.

Ideal candidates bring 15-17 years in project management, with at least 8+ years in data center execution, and a background in MEP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (MEP background).
• 15-17 years of overall experience in project management and execution.
• Minimum 8+ years in Data Center project execution.
• Colocation Facilities experience.
• Mission Critical Infrastructure.
• MEP Design & Execution.
• Client Handover & Operations Readiness.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution & Delivery across full lifecycle.
• Lead Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) systems execution.
• Oversee HT/LT Electrical Systems, DG, UPS, Chillers, CRAH/CRAC, BMS/DCIM.
• Manage Structured Cabling & ELV Systems.
• Ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, quality objectives.
• Drive progress reviews and monitor critical path activities.
• Coordinate Testing & Commissioning up to IST.
• Stakeholder communications and governance meetings.
• Risk management and issue resolution.
• Continuous improvement and handover to clients.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (MEP)

MBA or Project Management (preferred)

Job description

The Project Manager will be responsible for end-to-end execution of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise Data Center projects with a focus on MEP systems, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to quality standards, budget compliance, safety requirements, and successful commissioning and handover. The incumbent will lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with consultants, contractors, OEMs, clients, and internal stakeholders to deliver mission-critical infrastructure from project initiation through commissioning and handover.

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering (MEP Background)
• Master's degree in Business Administration or Project Management (preferred)

Work Experience:

• 15-17 years of overall experience in project management and execution.
• Minimum 8+ years in Data Center project execution.
• Colocation Facilities
• Mission Critical Infrastructure
• MEP Design & Execution
• Client Handover & Operations Readiness

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Project Execution & Delivery
• Manage complete Data Center project lifecycle from planning, mobilization, execution, commissioning, and client handover.
• Lead execution of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) systems including:
• HT/LT Electrical Systems
• DG Systems
• UPS Systems
• Chillers and Cooling Infrastructure
• CRAH/CRAC Units
• BMS/DCIM Systems
• Structured Cabling & ELV Systems
• Ensure adherence to project schedules, milestones, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Drive project progress reviews and monitor critical path activities.
• Manage Testing & Commissioning activities from L1 to IST (Integrated Systems Testing).
• Coordinate design reviews and implementation in line with approved standards and client requirements.
• Budget Management: Ensure effective resource utilization and manage project budgets to achieve cost efficiency.
• Cross Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks, addressing issues proactively to ensure success.
• Progress Monitoring: Monitor and report on project progress, maintaining effective communication with stakeholders and senior management.
• Stakeholder Management: Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and status updates to keep stakeholders informed.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices to enhance project delivery.
• Project Closure & Handover: Oversee project completion and ensure a smooth handover to clients.