Project Planning

Godrej Enterprises Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Godrej Aerospace in Mumbai is seeking an experienced Project Planner to lead planning and execution of aviation projects, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to meet timelines and budgets.

The role requires a degree or diploma in engineering with 8–10 years in project planning in aerospace or similar industry, proficiency with Primavera P6 or MS Project, and strong stakeholder management to ensure on-time deliveries.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree / Diploma in Engineering.
• Experience: Degree with 8+ years or Diploma with 10+ years.
• Aerospace/aviation project planning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution-Develop and implement robust project planning strategies to ensure timely execution of Aviation projects.
• Stakeholder Management-Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, special process, supply chain, and quality teams.
• Resource & Budget Management-Optimize resource allocation and monitor budgets and profitability.
• Adherence to Compliance-Ensure adherence to aviation standards and safety guidelines.
• Organisational Imperatives-Drive improvements via Kaizen, TPM, and PMO initiatives.

Skills

Think Strategically

Drive Future Readiness

Deliver Results

Build Stakeholder Relationship

Primavera P6

MS Project

Project Planning

Scheduling

Education

Degree in Engineering

Diploma in Engineering

Job description

About the Business & Position Overview

With a vision to strengthen India’s indigenous space program, Godrej & Boyce began the Aerospace business in 1985. Godrej Aerospace started with developing high precision spacecraft components made of exotic alloys for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Since then, the business has been a part of every other Indian space mission. Today, Godrej Aerospace is an integral part of Indian rockets and spacecrafts, including those of the Mangalyaan and Chandrayaan missions.Godrej Aerospace is also a manufacturer of precision and hi-tech aerospace components, assemblies, and systems, executing global aerospace projects as well as partnering with global majors like Honeywell, GE, Rolls-Royce, and Boeing for the manufacture of precision components. The business has executed numerous aerospace projects involving precision machining, precision fabrication, welding and brazing, heat treatment, surface treatment, assembly testing and supply of complex and airworthy systems and has garnered expertise in the successful development of liquid propulsion engines, defence systems, satellite components and assemblies, and dish antennas with feed systems.

Job Profile

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution
2. Stakeholder Management
3. Resource & Budget Management
4. Adherence to Compliance
5. Organisational imperatives

Job Description

1. Project Planning & Execution-Develop and implement robust project planning strategies to ensure timely execution of Aviation projects.-Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with business and customer expectations.-Utilize advanced project planning tools (Primavera, MS Project, etc.) to track project progress.-Carry our detail raw material planning based on customer demand & do frequent indenting based on lead time & follow up with purchase to ensure timely availability of material.-Production planning & timely release of full kit on shop floor & follow up at every workstation right from RM release to FG storage.-Evaluating the critical and bottleneck activities / resources and take necessary proactive actions to de-bottleneck the same.-Regular interaction with customers & update on deliveries.-Inventory management & responsible for maintaining & updating correct record of all inventories like, work in progress & finished goods.-Drive risk assessment and mitigation planning to minimize disruptions in project execution.-Guide and mentor new project planners for all projects under NPD and Productionized parts to ensure timely completion and dispatch.
2. Stakeholder Management-Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, special process, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure seamless project execution.-Act as a bridge between senior management, clients, and internal teams to align on project priorities.-Conduct regular project review meetings and provide updates to leadership on progress, risks, and corrective actions.-Lead team during SPA and PRA assessments done by customers.-Monitor OTD performance and customer ratings. Present to top management.-Weekly dispatch status review and Daily interaction and progress review with planners and troubleshooting.
3. Resource & Budget Management-Optimize resource allocation, ensuring efficient utilization of manpower and technology.-Monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability, implementing corrective measures when required.-Lead cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and compliance standards.-Review and analyze income statement for inventory and guide and monitor planning team for better control.-Review and analyze planned progress v/s actual progress and taking necessary actions in case of slippage and keep top management informed.
4. Adherence to Compliance-Ensure adherence to Aviation industry standards (AS9100, AS13100, RM13010) and customer-specific requirements. Adherence to systems and documentation as per AS9100, EMS, OHSAS & ISMS.-Driving Safety Culture and ensure safety guidelines are followed.-Lead the process improvements and best practices in project planning and execution.-Implement continuous improvement initiatives for enhanced project efficiency.-Valuing the information received & effort spent in creating every piece of information. Ensuring the right information is accessed by right individuals. Ensuring Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of information.-Responsible to control usage of energy sources for Environmental protection and Energy Security for sustainable growth.
5. Organisational Imperatives-Drive Excellence through improvements initiatives such as Kaizen, TPM, TOC, PMO, Cross functional projects and Business Excellence etc. for overall development of teams.-Follow Values, Code of Conduct and Business Ethics and Safety practices in all work operations. Gain understanding through policies, training and ensure all team members are aware and practice the same. -Development and retention of talent / teams through coaching and feedback on Strengths and AODs for enhancing their competencies in technical and leadership areas.

Qualification Details

Essential Qualification :

Degree / Diploma in Engineering

Preferred Qualification :

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Experience Details

Essential Experience :

Degree with 8 years of minimum work experience and Diploma with minimum 10 years of experience.

Preferred Experience :

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Special Skills

Essential : Behavioral Competencies Required:1.Think Strategically2.Drive Future Readiness3.Deliver Results4.Build Stakeholder RelationshipFunctional/Technical Competencies Required:1.Knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent planning tools Knowledge of MS projects 2.Expertise in project planning, scheduling, and execution in an aviation/aerospace setup.Preferred : -