Project Manager

Isko Engineering & Construction LLP; Vadodara; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Isko Engineering & Construction LLP in India seeks a dynamic engineer to lead EPC project planning and execution in Vadodara. The role coordinates engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning to ensure projects meet scope, budget and quality requirements.

The candidate will monitor budgets, track costs, manage vendors and subcontractors, and liaise with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in industrial EPC, project execution, mechanical works, piping, fabrication, or plant projects.
• Experience in managing projects involving multiple engineering disciplines, procurement, vendors, and site execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop project execution plans, schedules, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project progress against approved schedules and take corrective action to address delays.
• Ensure timely completion of projects within the agreed scope, budget, and quality requirements.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, cash flow projections, and project profitability.
• Track actual expenditure against budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with the commercial and finance teams for client billing, vendor payments, and project cost reporting.
• Supervise site execution activities involving piping, mechanical, civil, fabrication, and installation works.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Coordination

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Develop project execution plans, schedules, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project progress against approved schedules and take corrective action to address delays.
• Ensure timely completion of projects within the agreed scope, budget, and quality requirements.

2. Project Cost & Commercial Management

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, cash flow projections, and project profitability.
• Track actual expenditure against budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor variations, additional works, claims, billing milestones, and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with the commercial and finance teams for client billing, vendor payments, and project cost reporting.

3. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with the purchase team for material procurement, vendor selection, and delivery schedules.
• Review material requirements, purchase orders, and vendor commitments.
• Monitor material availability, inspection, dispatch, and delivery at project sites.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor performance to ensure timely and quality delivery.

4. Site & Resource Management

• Supervise site execution activities involving piping, mechanical, civil, fabrication, and installation works.
• Plan manpower, equipment, tools, and materials required for project execution.
• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Conduct site visits and resolve execution-related technical and operational issues.

5. Engineering & Technical Coordination

• Coordinate with engineering teams for drawings, specifications, bills of quantities (BOQs), and technical documentation.
• Ensure approved drawings, client specifications, and applicable codes and standards are followed during execution.
• Monitor technical queries, design changes, drawing revisions, and interface issues between disciplines.

6. Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with approved Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and project quality requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, documentation, and client approvals.
• Ensure adherence to site safety procedures, applicable statutory requirements, and environmental guidelines.

7. Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients regarding project progress, technical coordination, and commercial matters.
• Conduct project review meetings and prepare progress reports and Minutes of Meeting (MoM).
• Communicate project risks, delays, deviations, and recovery plans to management and clients.
• Maintain effective coordination among clients, consultants, vendors, subcontractors, and internal departments.

8. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain project schedules, progress reports, cost reports, material status, risk registers, and project correspondence.
• Monitor project documentation, inspection records, site reports, and contractual deliverables.
• Ensure proper handover documentation, completion reports, and project closeout activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in industrial EPC, project execution, mechanical works, piping, fabrication, or plant projects.
• Experience in managing projects involving multiple engineering disciplines, procurement, vendors, and site execution.

Required Skills

• Strong project planning, scheduling, and execution capabilities.
• Good understanding of industrial piping, mechanical equipment, fabrication, and construction activities.
• Knowledge of project costing, budgeting, procurement, and contract management.
• Ability to manage teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, and other project planning or reporting tools.
• Strong communication, coordination, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in industrial EPC projects, chemical plants, process industries, manufacturing facilities, or industrial maintenance projects.
• Familiarity with project quality documentation, inspection procedures, and applicable industry standards.
• Experience in project risk management, cost control, billing, and commercial negotiations.