Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and strategic oversight of all major infrastructure and institutional development projects at SGT University. This includes managing academic buildings, research facilities, healthcare infrastructure, digital transformation initiatives, and campus expansion projects. The PM will ensure projects are aligned with the university's long-term vision, delivered within scope, on time, and within budget, while complying with regulatory and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Develop and lead the long-term project roadmap in alignment with the universitys vision and growth plans.
• Conduct strategic feasibility studies, risk analysis, and stakeholder impact assessments for new initiatives.
• Provide leadership in developing proposals for new infrastructure, technology, and modernization initiatives.

Project Oversight & Execution

• Supervise all project managers, consultants, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
• Monitor the overall progress of ongoing and upcoming projects using standard project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, ERP systems).
• Resolve high-level issues and bottlenecks that could affect project timelines or quality.

Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination

• Liaise with senior university leadership, department heads, and external stakeholders including architects, contractors, regulatory bodies, and funding agencies.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between departments and external agencies.

Budgeting & Financial Control

• Oversee project budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and financial reporting.
• Approve major procurements and vendor contracts in compliance with financial regulations and institutional policies.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and statutory regulations (e.g., UGC, AICTE, Fire, NOC, etc.).
• Implement quality assurance processes and conduct regular audits for work completed.
• Maintain all documentation required for statutory approvals and internal records.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide timely reports and presentations to the university management on project status, challenges, and risks.
• Recommend improvements and cost-saving measures to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.