Job Description

Job Title Project Manager (Fitout) | Chennai
Summary We are seeking a skilled Project Manager with expertise in managing and overseeing construction project schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction scheduling, be highly detail-oriented, and possess excellent analytical and organizational skills to ensure project milestones are met. This role will be critical to the successful completion of our construction projects, with a focus on keeping projects on time and within budget.

• Develop and Maintain Project Schedules: Utilize MSP software to create, update, and maintain detailed schedules for various construction projects, tracking project timelines and milestones.
• Coordinate with Project Teams: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to gather and update scheduling data and ensure all parties are aligned with timelines.
• Monitor and Report on Project Progress: Regularly assess project progress against schedules and provide reports, identifying any delays and proposing solutions to mitigate risks.
• Resource Management: Allocate and optimize resources by coordinating schedules to ensure efficient use of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Identify Risks and Provide Mitigation Strategies: Analyze potential scheduling risks and collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate on Schedule Adjustments: Work with project teams to adjust schedules based on project changes or unforeseen challenges while ensuring project goals are met.
• Prepare and Present Reports: Generate and present detailed progress reports and scheduling data to stakeholders, including clients and upper management.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction scheduling, with demonstrated expertise in using Microsoft Project (MSP) for schedule tracking.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (MSP) is mandatory.
• Knowledge of other scheduling software tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction project management principles, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach to managing scheduling conflicts and project delays.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?
As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.
We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.
We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.
That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.
We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.
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