Project Manager

SYSTRA; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTRA India seeks an experienced Cost Controller to manage budgets and cost reporting for large infrastructure projects. You will drive cost control frameworks, monitor variances, and provide clear insights to project managers and the finance team.

Ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering with PM/cost management certification and 7+ years of consultancy cost control experience, with strong ERP and Excel skills and excellent analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with certification in project/cost management.
• 7+ years cost control experience in consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of cost management tools and construction financials.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cost control systems and procedures for projects.
• Establish project budgets and track variations from initial cost estimates.
• Monitor project expenditures and commitment against budgets.
• Prepare and present cost/revenue reports and forecasts.
• Assess and evaluate cost impact of design changes and contract modifications.

Skills

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Education

Engineering degree + PM/Cost mgmt cert

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

It has been more than 60 years since SYSTRA has garnered expertise that spans the entire spectrum of Mass Rapid Transit System. SYSTRA India’s valuable presence in India roots back to 1957, where SYSTRA worked on the electrification of Indian Railways. Our technical excellence, holistic approach and the tremendous talent provides a career that puts people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency.

Understand better who we are by visiting www.systra.in

Context

Systra India's design business line is the leading design team for metros, highways, special bridges, Urban Planning and water projects in India. The team has designed over 900 kms of viaduct & Bridges along with 43 kms of tunnels and 82 underground stations, 345 Elevated & at-grade Stations, 19 Depots besides 300 plus stations being designed currently. The team has also completed 3,165 km of highways detail design projects and 22,506 km of design/ feasibility projects. The team has also worked on detailed design for Drainage and Utilities, design of WTP and STP etc.

We are also very proud to have designed the first monopile in India for the Mumbai Coastal Road project. We have the distinction of designing the fastest implemented metro project in the country with Lucknow and now have broken the record in Kanpur Metro. Apart from Indian projects the team also provides design services to projects as far as Philippines in the east to Columbia in the West.

We are also conversant with BIM (Building Information Modelling) which enhances all stages of the infrastructure life cycle, from design to construction and maintenance, which is why we integrate it into our projects and offer it to our clients. Our design team has extensive exposure to both domestic and international markets, contracts, codes and specification.

Missions/Main Duties

• Cost Management & Budgeting
  • Maintain cost control systems and procedures for projects.
  • Establish project budgets and track variations from initial cost estimates.
  • Monitor project expenditures and commitment against budgets on a regular basis.
• Forecasting & Reporting
  • Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc cost / revenue reports and forecasts.
  • Analyze cost variances and recommend corrective actions where required.
  • Support management by providing financial analysis to aid in decision making.
• Change Management
  • Assess and evaluate the cost impact of design changes, scope variations, and contract modifications.
  • Ensure all changes are properly documented and reflected in financial reports.
• Risk Assessment
  • Identify potential financial risks and participate in mitigation planning.
  • Liaise with project teams to maintain awareness of potential cost overruns.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Liaise with project managers, design teams, procurement, and clients to provide clear cost insights.
  • Work closely with finance department for alignment on company standards and processes.
• Compliance & Documentation
  • Ensure adherence to corporate policies, procedures, and contractual obligations.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of costs and prepare supporting documentation for audits.

Profile/Skills

• Min. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with additional certification/degree in project/cost management
• 7+ years proven experience in cost control in a similar business role in consultancy sector
• Strong knowledge of cost management tools and construction project financials.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

We commit to put people who join us at the heart of improving transportation and urban infrastructure efficiency. As we are growing, this is time to be a part of this challenging adventure.It’s not a job - it’s a career!