Associate Manager – Capital Projects Management

Job Description

An established organization in the Power and Energy sector is seeking an experienced Associate Manager to support and manage capital project delivery across power generation, utilities, and transmission and distribution operations. The role requires strong project controls expertise, with a focus on cost management, scheduling, budgeting, risk mitigation, and project performance to ensure successful execution within approved timelines and budgets.

Job Details

• Experience: 10–14 years

• Location: Bangalore

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

• Industry: Power & Energy / Utilities / EPC / Transmission & Distribution

• Department: Project Management / Project Controls

Requirements

• 10–14 years of relevant experience in power utilities, EPC, power generation, or transmission and distribution projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Advanced working knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.

• Expertise in project cost estimation, project scheduling, budget management, and risk assessment.

• Experience managing CAPEX/OPEX budgets, cost forecasts, and financial performance analysis.

• Knowledge of CEA, CERC, and State Utility regulatory requirements.

• Strong reporting, analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

• Project Management, Risk Management, or Cost Control certification is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management activities for capital projects.

• Develop project cost estimates, CAPEX/OPEX budgets, forecasts, and cost optimization plans.

• Create, update, and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.

• Track project milestones, critical paths, timelines, and resource requirements.

• Monitor project performance through KPI dashboards, Earned Value Analysis, and periodic progress reviews.

• Conduct cost and schedule variance analysis and recommend corrective actions where required.

• Collaborate with procurement teams on bid evaluations, cost benchmarking, and vendor-related assessments.

• Ensure project activities comply with applicable regulatory frameworks and governance standards.

• Prepare project status reports and management updates to support informed decision-making.

• Identify delivery risks and coordinate with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategies.

Other Details

• Relevant experience in the Power & Energy, Utilities, EPC, or Transmission & Distribution sector is essential.