Training Placement Officer

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Job Summary:

The Training and Placement Officer (TPO) will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all activities related to student training, internships, and final placements for the Construction Management and allied programs. The role demands strong engagement with industry leaders, EPC companies, real estate developers, infrastructure firms, and consultancy organizations to create meaningful career opportunities for students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement strategic plans for internships and final placements for students of Construction Management, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Real Estate, Infrastructure Development, and related programs.
• Establish strong industry linkages with leading construction companies, developers, infrastructure firms, consultants, and government agencies.
• Organize on-campus/off-campus recruitment drives, industry talks, and job fairs aligned with the domain of construction and built environment.
• Conduct skill-gap analysis in coordination with faculty and design student development programs accordingly (technical, software tools like Primavera, AutoCAD, BIM, MS Project, etc.).
• Facilitate workshops on career guidance, resume writing, soft skills, and interview preparation.
• Coordinate with academic teams to ensure alignment of curriculum with industry demands.
• Maintain up-to-date student profiles, placement statistics, and employer databases.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the institution and recruiting organizations.
• Prepare and present placement reports, industry feedback, and improvement plans to the campus leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Management / Architecture / or related disciplines.
• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or MBA (preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in campus placements, corporate HR, or talent acquisition, ideally within the construction/infrastructure sector or higher education.
• Experience working with construction firms, real estate developers, consultancies, or placement roles in academic institutions is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent industry networking and relationship-building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Understanding of hiring trends in construction, infrastructure, and real estate sectors.
• Proficiency in tools relevant to construction industry and placement coordination platforms.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Data handling, report generation, and presentation skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with accreditation and placement audit requirements.
• Knowledge of government and private sector recruitment practices.
• Proven track record of facilitating quality placements in core construction domains.

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