Job Description

Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Project Manager to join our New Delhi studio. This is a pivotal role where you will oversee the management and performance of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to contractual standards.
As a Project Manager at Populous, you will work closely with project leads, internal teams across the region, and external clients to drive successful outcomes. You'll combine strong organisational skills with collaborative leadership, playing a key role in maintaining quality and efficiency while supporting the growth of our New Delhi studio.
Salary Range: Between INR 20,00,000 and INR 32,00,000 per annum (commensurate with experience)

About us at Populous

At Populous, our teams design the places where people love to be together. From stadiums and arenas to convention centres, airports, mixed-use developments, and entertainment precincts, we have delivered many of the world's most iconic and community-defining projects.
With projects spanning Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas, we bring global expertise and local insight to every design. Our New Delhi team is central to this network, delivering impactful projects locally and across the region with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and community.

Why Populous

We don't consider ourselves just another architecture and design practice. At Populous, we believe our strength lies in our people and their diversity of experiences. Across APAC, our team represents over 35 nationalities, and we actively celebrate and support this.
We provide our people with:
The opportunity to lead projects of global significance in India and across APAC A collaborative international network of experts and design leaders Career development opportunities, including leadership training, mentorship, and global mobility A vibrant workplace culture where creativity, collaboration, and innovation are valued

What will you be engaged in?

As a

Project Manager

, you will:
Plan projects, manage schedules, deadlines, and deliverables, and communicate issues to relevant teams when needed Oversee project scope to ensure alignment with client requirements Provide project updates, address concerns, and manage expectations while ensuring client feedback is communicated to the team Maintain Work in Progress reports and coordinate actions to keep projects moving forward Undertake report writing in conjunction with relevant leads Coordinate invoicing requirements, ensuring timely processing and escalation when needed Develop briefs to engage sub-consultants, and manage agreements, scope, and deliverables Onboard new projects, set timelines and deliverables, allocate resources, and manage internal and external stakeholders Contribute to research and business development projects, including analysis, infographics, presentations, and reports Manage timelines and deliverables for market leads, including visual communications and design input Assist market leads with day-to-day operational tasks

What we are looking for?

To succeed in this role, you will bring:
Proven experience in project management within the AEC industry Strong understanding of planning, scheduling, and monitoring project progress Experience in report writing and invoicing processes Ability to develop briefs and manage sub-consultant agreements High-level proficiency in SharePoint, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and InDesign Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong communication and relationship-building skills * A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team