Planning Manager

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About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries

www.godrejindustries.com

About Godrej Properties Limited (GPL)

Godrej Properties brings the Godrej Group philosophy of innovation, sustainability, and excellence to the real estate industry. Each Godrej Properties development combines the over 125-year legacy of excellence and trust with a commitment to cutting-edge design, technology, and sustainability.

www.godrejproperties.com

Manager Planning

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional departments to ensure seamless project execution, from design to completion.
• Conduct micro-planning to optimize project workflows, resource utilization, and cost-efficiency.
• Monitor project progress against timelines, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial controls are in place.
• Analyze project data to identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and support decision-making processes.
• Oversee the preparation of progress reports, forecasts, and performance metrics for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with site teams, consultants, and vendors to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Implement project management best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and guide a team of planning engineers to enhance their professional growth and capabilities.

Who are we looking for

Essential Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E./B.Tech)
• NICMAR certification (preferred)

Experience:

• Min 10 years of planning experience in large-scale construction projects, preferably in residential multi storied apartments or townships.
• Proven experience in planning various project activities, including micro-planning, budgeting, and interdepartmental coordination.

Skills and Competencies:

Necessary Skills:

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills for data interpretation and decision-making.
• Proficient in project planning software and technical tools relevant to construction project management.
• Ability to solve complex engineering and project-related challenges proactively.

Desirable Skills:

• Leadership qualities with the ability to guide and motivate a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Adaptability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

What's in it for you

Be an equal parent

Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return

Paternity support, including paid leave

New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Gender transition support

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Trust based sick leave

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Performance-based earning opportunities

https://www.godrejcareers.com/benefits/

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.