Group General Manager, Construction
Job Description: Group General Manager (Projects & Operations)Role Overview: The Group General Manager (GGM) will oversee and direct the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects across the organization. The role demands a high-level professional who can integrate strategic vision with operational execution. The GGM will be responsible for cross-functional leadership across design, engineering, procurement, construction, finance, compliance, and operations to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality project delivery while aligning with the organization's long-term goals. Job Title: Group General Manager (Projects & Operations) Location: Delhi NCR Reports To: Managing Director / Board of Directors Industry: Real Estate, Construction, Commercial ProjectsKey Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership & Planning · Formulate and implement a strategic roadmap for project execution across commercial, retail, healthcare, and hospitality sectors. · Establish project governance frameworks and SOPs to standardize processes across all projects and departments. · Guide feasibility studies, budgeting, scheduling, risk assessments, and resource planning for all projects.Project & Program Management · Oversee a portfolio of projects—both ongoing and upcoming—ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and budgets. · Coordinate with General Managers, Project Heads, and Site Managers to track and troubleshoot project bottlenecks. · Ensure strict adherence to safety, quality, compliance, and ESG standards across all sites.Stakeholder & Client Management · Interface with high-profile clients, institutional partners, architects, consultants, and municipal authorities. · Manage communication flow and reporting to stakeholders, ensuring transparency, timely escalation, and issue resolution.Cross-Functional Oversight · Oversee procurement, inventory management, vendor development, and contract administration for all projects. · Work closely with the finance team to track cash flows, vendor payments, project costing, and financial forecasts. · Ensure seamless coordination between Design, MEP, Civil, and Fit-out teams.People & Performance Management · Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement Heads, and Admin staff. · Develop KPI dashboards and performance metrics across verticals. · Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Risk & Compliance · Identify and mitigate project, legal, environmental, and financial risks. · Ensure regulatory compliance for licenses, fire NOCs, environment clearances, and building codes.Required Qualifications & Experience: • Education: B.E. Civil / B.Arch (Mandatory). Post-graduate qualification in Project Management / Construction Management / MBA (Preferred). • Experience: Minimum 15–20 years of leadership experience in construction and real estate. Proven track record in managing multi-site, multi-crore commercial projects. • Industry Exposure: Real Estate, Large Conglomerates, or Turnkey Commercial Developers. Key Skills & Competencies: · Program & Portfolio Management · Strategic Planning & Execution · Financial Acumen & Budgetary Control · Client & Stakeholder Management · Contract & Vendor Negotiation · Leadership & Team Building · Risk Mitigation & Regulatory Compliance · Tech-savvy with tools like MS Project, Primavera, ERP, and CRM platformsPreferred Traits: · Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business acumen · High integrity, decision-making ability, and resilience under pressure · Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-level stakeholder engagement