Assistant Consultant - Project Management

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Consultant - PMO Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka Reporting to: Senior Consultant - Project Management Grade: P1 Experience Required: 3-5 years Education: Bachelor s in civil engineering or construction management (Master s preferred) Role Overview As an Assistant Consultant in the PMO, you will support the delivery of multidisciplinary projects across sectors such as infrastructure, commercial fit-outs, greenfield developments, and land services. You will work closely with senior consultants and clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role is part of the iCRC UK - PD PMO team, supporting both UK and India-based project portfolios Key Responsibilities Project Planning Scheduling: Prepare and maintain baseline schedules using MS Project or Primavera. Track progress, flag deviations, and support schedule adjustments Design Risk Management: Collaborate with clients, architects, and subconsultants to ensure value engineering and risk mitigation strategies are implemented Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and alignment with project goals Change Scope Management: Support proactive change control processes and ensure scope adherence throughout the project lifecycle PMO Operations Support: Assist in onboarding/offboarding processes, maintain compliance matrices, and support project governance and reporting activities Training Capability Development: Participate in PMO training initiatives (e. g. , Horizon platform) and contribute to team capability documentation and dashboards Key Skills Tools MS Project, Primavera, Power BI Strong communication and coordination skills Understanding of FIDIC contracts and claims management Familiarity with digital construction practices and sustainability Ability to manage multiple projects across geographies Desirable Attributes APM PFQ certification or equivalent Experience in UK and India project environments Exposure to sectors like rail, energy, commercial, and residential developments Passion for continuous learning and process improvement