Project Manager

About Us:

The CMR Group of Institutions is a unique education conglomerate based in Bangalore, India that offers a wide range of courses from the Montessori / Kindergarten level to Post Graduate and PhD programs. Founded in 1991 to meet the needs of local students, CMR Group currently comprises different brands of schools & colleges namely, CMRIT Bangalore, Ekya Schools, CMR National Colleges & the CMR university which was established in 2013.

Institutions: 20+ | Programmes: 80+ | Students: 18000+

Position Overview:

Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Site Engineering & Supervision:

• Oversee and manage daily operations at the site, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

• Facility Management Expertise:

• Manage maintenance and operational activities, ensuring all facility management requirements are fulfilled.

• Vendor Coordination:

• Liaise with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and execution of work as per the scope.

• Work Progress Planning & Execution:

• Develop and monitor project plans, ensuring smooth workflow and progress on-site.

• Technical Auditing of Site Works:

• Conduct regular technical audits to ensure work complies with safety and quality standards.

• Communication Skills:

• Strong communication skills for reporting project updates, coordinating with teams, and managing vendors.

• Proficiency in Tools:

• MS Office (Excel, Word) for documentation and reporting.
• AutoCAD (viewing) for reviewing drawings and technical specifications.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Technical Knowledge

  : Thorough understanding of engineering principles and facility management processes.

• Project Management:

  Strong organizational skills to plan, schedule, and oversee site activities.

• Attention to Detail:

  Ability to audit and review work with precision.

• Problem-solving Skills:

  Quick thinking in addressing site-related challenges.

• Reporting/MIS:

  Expected to report progress of works in directed channel.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree

  in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.

• 36 years of experience

  in project management within the construction, real estate, or home improvement sectors.
• Prior experience at tech-enabled construction startups is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage field operations, coordinate with on-site teams, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of tech-driven project tracking tools, including CRMs, project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello, ClickUp), and field reporting systems.
• Comfortable with structured review methods, reporting KPIs, and working in a data-driven environment.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, especially with cross-functional teams
• A self-starter with a get-things-done attitude, capable of working in ambiguous or evolving environments.
• Willingness to travel frequently for field/site visits and manage on-ground execution.

We would love to hear from you!