Job Description

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General Manager Project Director
Godrej Properties Limited (GPL)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Job Title: General Manager Project Director
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Function: General Management
Business: Godrej Properties Limited
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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.
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.
About the role
As a General Manager Project Director, you will be responsible for overall profitability, construction milestones, customer management and NPS and quality of the project. The Project Director would be required to manage a cross-functional team and must be well-versed in the overall value chain in the Real Estate Industry (land acquisition to project delivery).
Key responsibilities * Profit and Loss ownership

• Strategically manage assets to preserve and enhance project profitability and returns
• Plan Annual Operating Plan (AOP) to ensure alignment with the business plan to achieve financial goals
• Oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring seamless execution
• Deliver projects in line with the defined business plan, timelines and quality standards
• Risk management

• Flag and address risks impacting project returns during pre-construction and under-construction phases
• Evaluate critical risks, propose actionable recommendations and provide mitigation plans to the management for informed decision-making
• Team leadership

• Define and communicate clear objectives aligned with the AOP for team members
• Regularly review team deliverables, conduct performance evaluations and complete appraisals
• Lead team-building and engagement initiatives to foster a collaborative and motivated workforce
• Process adherence and improvement

• Identify areas for improvement within work processes, recommend solutions and implement efficiency-enhancing measures
• Adhere to company-defined guidelines, processes, and project timelines to maintain operational integrity
• Proactively undertake initiatives to enhance productivity, streamline costs, and improve outcomes within the scope of work

Education:

• Post-graduate degree from a premier B-school
• Chartered Financial Accountant (CFA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification

Experience:

• 8-12 years of proven experience in a similar role within the real estate industry

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of critical decisions impacting P&L and cash flows; adept at navigating the intricacies of the real estate development business
• Proficient in financial modelling and developing annual business plans; supports cross-functional alignment
• Demonstrated experience in managing diverse teams effectively to drive results
• Hands-on expertise in overseeing on-ground operations and site activities
• Proven exposure to PCP (Project Control Processes) with a focus on timely and quality delivery
• Skilled in enhancing customer satisfaction and managing end-to-end customer journeys
• In-depth understanding of systems and processes that drive successful sales and marketing initiatives
• Strong ability to assess, mitigate, and navigate business risks effectively
• Sharp understanding of real estate markets, trends, and evolving customer needs
• Highly adept at striking favourable deals and fostering strong partnerships
• Ability to make critical decisions with a long-term business impact
• Expertise in conflict resolution and addressing challenges with agility and poise

Whats in it for you?
Be an equal parent
Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment
No place for discrimination at Godrej
Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy
Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses
Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy
Community partnerships and advocacy
Persons with Disability (PwD) care
We are selfish about your wellness
Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options
Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members
Preventative healthcare support
Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.
Uncapped sick leave
Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work
Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling
Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way
Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements
Digital and offline instant recognition platforms
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. Its 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.