Lead - Project Planning

About Business

JOB DESCRIPTION

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Airports Holding Limited: Adani Airports Holding Limited is reshaping the aviation landscape, transforming airports into dynamic hubs of connectivity, innovation, and service excellence. By prioritizing passenger experience, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, and enhancing operational efficiency, we are redefining airport infrastructure across India. Our vision is to create world-class airports that serve as gateways to regional development and global connectivity, positioning Adani Airports as a leader in the aviation sector with a focus on sustainable growth and community impact.

Job Purpose: Lead - Project Planning & Control is responsible for driving the execution of project planning and control initiatives in the function. This role ensures the integration of schedules, resource management, and control mechanisms to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget. Reporting to the Head - Project Planning & Control, the Lead oversees the tactical aspects of schedule tracking, systems adherence, and progress reporting, ensuring alignment with project objectives

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning and Execution:

Execute project scheduling strategies for the construction projects, ensuring that project phases progress according to detailed timelines.

Develop and manage project schedules using tools like Primavera and MS Project to track all phases of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC).

Collaborate with the Central Project Assurance Group (CPAG) to ensure project outcomes align with agreed-upon project objectives.

Operations Management

Coordinate daily tasks and workflows between engineering, procurement, and construction teams, ensuring proper resource allocation and alignment with project milestones.

Adapt schedules and resources to address evolving project requirements, minimizing disruption to key deliverables.

Actively monitor project performance, analyzing deviations in schedules, costs, and resource utilization to identify and mitigate risks.

Implement corrective actions and collaborate with stakeholders to address any challenges that arise, ensuring continuous project progress.

Project Portfolio Management

Conduct regular portfolio reviews, providing senior management with insights on project performance, risk exposure, and corrective measures to optimize project outcomes.

Prioritize projects based on resource availability, risk factors, and return on investment (ROI), ensuring optimal resource allocation across the portfolio.

Regulatory Compliance

Implement standardized processes for project reporting, audits, and quality/safety checks to ensure compliance with AERA and MOCA regulatory standards and best practices.

Ensure compliance with company’s established planning systems, including the generation of project reports such as Daily Progress Reports (DPR) and Monthly Progress Reports (MPR).

Implement and maintain standardized documentation and control processes to ensure adherence to project timelines and budget.

Risk Management

Develop comprehensive risk management strategies to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate potential project risks, ensuring resilience throughout the project lifecycle.

Monitor KPIs and develop robust reporting systems to ensure transparency in financial performance, progress, and risk management.

Register the risk and monitor the risk register and Constraints log.

Financial Oversight

Provide strategic oversight of project budgets, financial forecasts, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals.

Implement and monitor cost control measures across all project phases, ensuring financial alignment with the project budget.

Analyze cost variances and work with project teams to adjust resource allocation to prevent budget overruns.

Performance Monitoring And Reporting

Develop key performance indicators for tracking project progress, quality, safety, and budgetary compliance.

Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports on project progress, variances, and constraints to senior management, providing detailed data-driven insights.

Utilize project control software to ensure all SOPs are followed and all metrics are captured accurately, supporting informed decision-making.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with both internal teams and external partners (contractors, suppliers, regulatory bodies) to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines.

Act as the primary point of contact for any scheduling or planning-related inquiries, ensuring clear communication across all parties involved.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

Head - Project Planning & Control

Construction & Engineering Teams

Techno Commercial Team

Compliance & Legal Departments

IT Systems Team

Finance Department

Key Stakeholders - External

Airport Authorities

Government and Regulatory Bodies

Contractors and Suppliers

DGCA

External Consultants

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.

Project Management Certification (PMP or equivalent).

Work Experience

15+ years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and control within the construction industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably within the airport or transportation sectors.