**Job summary** The Manager Design Project Management is responsible for supporting the planning design execution governance and delivery of workplace fitout renovation and capital projects across the portfolio The role ensures projects are delivered on time within budget and in accordance with organisational standards while effectively managing stakeholders vendors risks and project controls **Responsibilities** Support endtoend project planning scheduling monitoring and execution of workplace and real estate projects Develop and maintain project plans budgets milestones resource requirements and delivery schedules Coordinate with internal stakeholders business teams architects consultants contractors and service partners to ensure seamless project delivery Drive project governance through regular reviews compliance tracking documentation management and adherence to established project management frameworks Monitor project progress identify potential risks and issues and implement mitigation plans to minimise impact on delivery timelines Manage project change requests dependencies escalations and corrective action plans Prepare leadership dashboards project status reports budget trackers and executive presentations for governance reviews Support procurement activities contract administration vendor management and commercial evaluations related to project delivery Ensure compliance with design standards quality requirements statutory regulations safety guidelines and workplace standards Coordinate multiple concurrent projects and ensure alignment with business requirements and portfolio objectives Track project financials budget utilisation cost variances and forecasting to support informed decisionmaking Drive continuous improvement initiatives standardisation efforts and best practices across project management processes **Certifications Required** Bachelors degree in Engineering Architecture Construction Management Project Management or a related discipline Qualified certification in PMP PRINCE2 or equivalent project management methodology Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

📌 Manager - Resilience (Chennai)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Chennai