Assistant Manager Projects (Civil)

Department: Projects / Engineering

Designation: Assistant Manager Projects (Civil)

Location: Chennai

Reporting To: General Manager / Head Projects

Employment Type: Full-time

1. Job Purpose To plan, coordinate, execute, and monitor civil construction, renovation, maintenance, and infrastructure projects across the organization. The role is responsible for ensuring timely project completion, cost efficiency, quality standards, workplace safety, and compliance with applicable statutory requirements.

2. Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Project Planning and Execution

- Plan and execute civil construction, renovation, interior fit-out, and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare project schedules, work plans, and milestone trackers.
- Coordinate with contractors, architects, structural consultants, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor project progress against approved timelines and resolve execution-related issues.
- Conduct regular site visits to ensure work is carried out as per approved drawings and specifications.

B. Cost and Budget Management

- Prepare project cost estimates, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and quantity take-offs.
- Assist in budget preparation, cost control, and expenditure monitoring.
- Review contractor quotations and support vendor negotiations.
- Verify contractor measurements, running account bills, and final bills.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and safety.

C. Vendor and Contractor Management

- Identify, evaluate, and coordinate with civil contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Monitor contractor performance, workforce deployment, and material availability.
- Ensure adherence to contractual terms, work orders, and agreed delivery schedules.
- Coordinate with procurement and finance teams for material purchases and bill processing.

D. Quality Control and Safety

- Ensure civil works comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, and quality standards.
- Inspect construction materials and workmanship at various stages of execution.




- Ensure adherence to site safety practices and applicable statutory requirements.
- Identify construction defects, deviations, and execution risks and ensure timely corrective action.

E. Project Monitoring and Reporting

- Maintain project trackers covering timelines, budgets, progress, and pending activities.
- Prepare periodic project progress reports for management.
- Track project delays, cost overruns, risks, and corrective actions.
- Maintain project documentation, approvals, drawings, measurement books, and completion records.
- Coordinate project handovers and ensure timely closure of outstanding defects.

F. Cross-functional Coordination

- Coordinate with internal departments, business heads, facility teams, and operations teams to understand project requirements.
- Plan and execute civil works while minimizing disruption to ongoing business operations.
- Support projects across offices, factories, retail outlets, educational institutions, hospitality facilities, and other group properties, as required.

3. Educational Qualification

- Diploma/B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering preferred.
- Diploma in Civil Engineering may be considered based on relevant experience and technical expertise.

4. Experience

- 5–8 years of relevant experience in civil construction, project execution, renovation, or infrastructure management.
- Experience in commercial buildings, industrial facilities, retail outlets, or multi-location projects is preferred.

5. Technical Skills

- Knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, and specifications.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Excel.
- Working knowledge of MS Project or other project scheduling tools is preferred.
- Ability to prepare BOQs, cost estimates,



and project progress reports.
- Understanding of construction contracts, measurement books, contractor bills, and quality standards.

6. Behavioural Competencies

- Project planning and execution.
- Vendor and contractor management.
- Cost consciousness and commercial acumen.
- Problem-solving and decision-making.
- Stakeholder management and communication.
- Attention to detail and quality orientation.
- Ownership, accountability, and deadline management.

7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Percentage of projects completed within approved timelines.
- Adherence to approved project budgets and control of cost overruns.
- Quality of execution and defects identified at project handover.
- Contractor performance and adherence to agreed schedules.
- Compliance with safety standards and applicable statutory requirements.
- Accuracy and timeliness of project reports and documentation.
- Timely closure of snag lists and project handovers.

8. Employee Benefits & Career Opportunities

- Career Growth Opportunities: Opportunities to develop project management expertise and progress into senior project management and leadership roles.
- Exposure to Diverse Businesses: Opportunity to work across multiple business verticals, including FMCG, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, education, and other group businesses.
- Job Stability: Opportunity to build a long-term career with an established and diversified business group.
- Statutory Benefits: Provident Fund (PF), Gratuity, and other applicable statutory benefits in accordance with prevailing laws and company policy.
- Food & Beverage Benefits: Employee meal facilities or food and beverage benefits, as applicable under company policy.
- Cross-functional Exposure: Chance to collaborate with business heads, architects, consultants, contractors, and internal teams across diverse projects.
- Professional Development: Hands-on exposure to project execution, budgeting, cost optimization, vendor management, and infrastructure development.

📌 Assistant Manager - Civil Projects (Chennai)
🏢 AACHI GROUP
📍 Chennai