Experience: 10–14 Years
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering
Industry: Power & Energy / Utilities / EPC / Transmission & Distribution
Department: Project Management / Project Controls

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Associate Manager – Capital Projects Management to oversee project planning, scheduling, cost estimation, budgeting, risk management, and project controls for capital projects in the power and utilities sector. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in power generation, transmission and distribution, power utilities, or EPC projects, with expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, and advanced project reporting.

The candidate will be responsible for ensuring effective project governance, cost optimization, schedule adherence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project planning, scheduling, risk assessment, and cost control for power generation, transmission, and distribution projects.

• Prepare and monitor CAPEX/OPEX budgets, cost estimates, financial forecasts, and variance analysis.

• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.

• Conduct critical path analysis, milestone tracking, progress monitoring, and schedule variance assessments.

• Monitor project performance using KPIs, Earned Value Analysis (EVA), dashboards, and monthly progress reports.

• Identify project risks, assess potential cost and schedule impacts, and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Coordinate with procurement, engineering, finance, and project execution teams for bid evaluations and cost benchmarking.

• Ensure compliance with applicable CEA, CERC, State Utility regulations, project governance standards, and internal procedures.

• Analyze project performance and recommend cost optimization, resource utilization, and process improvement initiatives.

• Prepare management reports, project status updates, forecasts, and presentations for stakeholders.

• Facilitate stakeholder coordination to address project issues, manage dependencies, and achieve delivery targets.

Required Skills

• Capital Project Management and Project Controls

• Power Utilities / Power Generation / EPC Projects

• Transmission & Distribution (T&D)

• Project Planning, Scheduling, and Monitoring

• Project Cost Estimation and Cost Control

• CAPEX/OPEX Budgeting and Forecasting

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Primavera P6 and MS Project

• Advanced Microsoft Excel

• Earned Value Analysis (EVA)

• Critical Path Analysis and Milestone Tracking

• KPI Dashboards and Management Reporting

• Cost Optimization and Variance Analysis

• Regulatory Compliance and Project Governance

• Stakeholder Management and Coordination

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Eligibility Criteria

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.

• 10–14 years of relevant experience in capital project management, project controls, or project planning within Power & Energy, Utilities, EPC, or Transmission & Distribution.

• Hands-on experience with Primavera P6, MS Project, and advanced Excel.

• Strong understanding of project cost control, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and performance monitoring.

• Familiarity with CEA, CERC, and State Utility regulatory frameworks.

• Project Management, Risk Management, or Cost Control certifications will be an added advantage.

Important Notes

• PAN and Date of Birth (DOB) are required for profile creation.

• Candidates should have relevant experience in power-sector capital projects and strong project controls expertise.