Planning Manager- Real Estate

Job Title: Planning Manager - Real Estate

Department: Construction

Location: Shimla or New Delhi

Company Description:

Auramah Valley is a private 100-acre estate in Naldehra, Shimla, offering a blend of luxury residences, lifestyle experiences, and state-of-the-art amenities. The estate includes contemporary penthouses, boutique hospitality, fine dining, a members-only clubhouse, heated pools, a wellness spa, sports facilities, and helicopter connectivity. Auramah Valley aims to build a community where nature, culture, and legacy are seamlessly integrated, offering residents curated art, cultural festivals, wellness retreats, and sporting events all year round.

Job Summary:

The Planning Manager oversees the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of real estate development projects. This role ensures that all projects are strategically aligned with the organization’s goals, delivered on time, within budget, and compliant with regulatory standards. The position involves coordination between design, engineering, construction, finance, and external agencies to ensure smooth project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules using tools like MS Project or Primavera (P6).

• Identify key project milestones, critical paths, and dependencies.

• Monitor progress and update timelines to ensure timely completion.

2. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Coordinate with finance and procurement teams to prepare project budgets.

• Track project costs and forecast financial performance.

• Recommend corrective measures for cost or schedule deviations.

3. Feasibility & Pre-Development

• Conduct feasibility studies including zoning analysis, land use planning, and market assessments.

• Coordinate with architects, urban planners, and consultants to prepare master plans.

• Support in obtaining necessary approvals and permits from authorities.

4. Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with internal departments (design, construction, sales, legal, finance).

• Coordinate with external consultants, contractors, and government agencies.

• Facilitate regular project review meetings and progress reports for senior management.

5. Risk Management

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and environmental regulations.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain detailed records of planning processes, project reports, and performance indicators.

• Present project updates, forecasts, and dashboards to management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• 7–12 years of experience in real estate planning, project management, or development.

• Proficiency in project management tools (Primavera, MS Project, AutoCAD, Excel).

• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

• Thorough understanding of local real estate regulations, zoning laws, and approval processes.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic planning and execution

• Time and cost management

• Negotiation and stakeholder engagement

• Regulatory compliance awareness

Employment Type

Full-Time (On-site, New Delhi)

Industry

Luxury Real Estates or Hospitality

Drop Your CV:

Vineet Chauhan (GM Human Resources)

Vineet.chauhan@auramahvalley.com hr@auramahvalley.com

8580900459