Senior Project Manager - IPC

AKMV Consultants; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AKMV Consultants is seeking a Senior Project Manager for PMS to lead real estate projects from initiation through handover in Bangalore. You will coordinate clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure delivery aligned with contractual requirements and quality standards.

The role demands strong planning, budgeting, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management, with a focus on commercial interiors and related infrastructure. Ten years of experience preferred; PMP is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
• PMP certification desirable.
• 7–10 years of project management experience in commercial real estate, interiors, or fit-out projects.
• Experience delivering projects end-to-end from initiation to handover.
• Budget management, scheduling, contractor coordination, and client-facing delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for commercial real estate, office fit-outs, and related infrastructure projects.
• Develop plans, schedules, milestones, and execution strategies aligned with client requirements.
• Monitor progress, budgets, and quality standards to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate activities across design, procurement, construction, testing, and handover.

Skills

Project planning

Client relationship management

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Vendor coordination

Negotiation and decision making

Project governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Project Management Services (PMS)
Business Line: Project Management Services (International Property Consultants)
Location: Bangalore
Experience: 10 years
Employment Type: Full-time

About Our Client: Our client is a leading commercial real estate advisory and services firm, delivering comprehensive solutions across the real estate lifecycle.

Role Overview

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing and delivering real estate projects from initiation through completion, ensuring effective coordination between clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders. The role requires strong project planning, budget management, risk mitigation, stakeholder management, and execution capabilities to deliver projects in line with client expectations, contractual requirements, and the company's quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Project Planning and Execution
   • Lead end-to-end project management activities for commercial real estate, corporate office fit-outs, workplace interiors, and related infrastructure projects.
   • Develop project plans, schedules, milestones, and execution strategies aligned with client requirements.
   • Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery within approved budgets and defined quality standards.
   • Coordinate project activities across design, procurement, construction, installation, testing, and handover stages.
2. 2. Client and Stakeholder Management
   • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on project-related matters.
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, design consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
   • Conduct regular project review meetings and provide updates on progress, risks, budgets, and critical milestones.
   • Understand client requirements and proactively address concerns to ensure a positive client experience.
3. 3. Budget and Commercial Management
   • Develop and monitor project budgets, cost estimates, and expenditure forecasts.
   • Track project costs, identify potential overruns, and implement appropriate cost-control measures.
   • Review contractor and vendor quotations, variations, and change requests in accordance with approved processes.
   • Support commercial negotiations, procurement decisions, and financial reporting as required.
4. 4. Risk, Quality, and Compliance
   • Identify project risks, dependencies, and potential execution challenges, implementing mitigation plans proactively.
   • Ensure project activities comply with applicable statutory requirements, safety standards, building regulations, and client policies.
   • Monitor quality standards throughout project execution and ensure timely resolution of defects or deviations.
   • Maintain project documentation, approvals, progress reports, and compliance records.
5. 5. Vendor and Contractor Coordination
   • Manage the performance and coordination of contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other project partners.
   • Monitor contractor deliverables against agreed schedules, specifications, and contractual commitments.
   • Facilitate coordination between design, engineering, construction, and other relevant teams.
   • Escalate project constraints and resolve execution issues to minimize delays and disruptions.
6. 6. Reporting and Project Governance
   • Prepare project status reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, and management updates.
   • Track key performance indicators, including schedule adherence, budget performance, quality, and risk.
   • Maintain project schedules, action trackers, change logs, and issue registers.
   • Ensure effective project governance and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
7. 7. Project Closure and Handover
   • Oversee project completion, inspections, snagging, and defect rectification.
   • Coordinate final handover documentation, as-built drawings, warranties, and operation and maintenance manuals, where applicable.
   • Ensure project closeout activities are completed in line with contractual and client requirements.
   • Capture lessons learned and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Relevant project management certifications, such as PMP, are desirable.
• 7-10 years of experience in project management within commercial real estate, corporate interiors, construction, workplace delivery, or fit-out projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from initiation through execution and handover.
• Experience in budget management, project scheduling, contractor coordination, and client-facing project delivery.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong project planning, execution, and organizational skills.
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and project reporting dashboards.
• Understanding of construction drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively.

Key Success Measures

• Delivery of projects within approved budgets and agreed timelines.
• Client satisfaction and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Adherence to quality, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Effective management of project risks, changes, and escalations.
• Accuracy and timeliness of project reporting and documentation.
• Successful project completion, handover, and closeout.