Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - C&I

Zyeta · India

Industry: Commercial Interior Fit-out / Design & Build

About the Role

Zyeta is looking for an experienced Project Manager / Senior Project Manager – C&I to lead the end-to-end delivery of commercial interior fit-out and design & build projects.

The role will own project planning, construction execution, schedule, cost, quality, HSE, contractor performance, stakeholder management and handover , ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution from mobilisation through completion and final handover.
• Develop project execution plans, master schedules, look-ahead plans and recovery strategies.
• Establish construction sequencing across civil, interiors, MEP and specialist works.
• Monitor critical path activities and drive corrective actions to recover project delays.
• Coordinate design, construction, MEP, procurement, commercial and other project workstreams.
• Identify and resolve scope gaps, contractor interfaces and construction coordination issues.
• Manage design changes, variations and scope changes, assessing their impact on cost, schedule and resources .
• Manage contractors and subcontractors through defined KPIs, performance reviews and corrective actions.
• Drive procurement, material planning, logistics and vendor coordination to maintain project progress.
• Plan and optimise manpower, equipment and other resources across project priorities.
• Monitor project cost, variations, claims and commercial risks and support effective commercial decisions.
• Prepare and implement recovery plans for projects that are delayed or over budget.
• Establish quality inspection and assurance processes and ensure timely closure of NCRs and quality observations.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and HSE requirements.
• Identify project risks, constraints and dependencies and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Lead project reviews with clients, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project governance, MIS and progress reporting based on actual site conditions.
• Manage testing, snagging, documentation and final project handover in coordination with MEP and other teams.
• Build strong client relationships while maintaining commercial and contractual discipline.
• Lead, mentor and develop project teams and ensure clear ownership and accountability.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery, productivity, quality and customer experience.

What We Are Looking For

• 12–18 years of experience in commercial interior fit-out, construction or design & build project delivery .
• Strong experience managing large-scale corporate workplace / commercial projects.
• Proven experience in end-to-end project planning, execution and handover.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, project planning and project controls.
• Experience managing multiple contractors, subcontractors and specialist vendors.
• Strong understanding of civil, interiors and MEP interfaces.
• Experience in project recovery, cost control, change management and commercial coordination.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, inspections and HSE requirements.
• Proven client, consultant and stakeholder management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Engineering / Architecture / Construction-related qualification preferred.

Key Success Measures

On-time Delivery | Cost Control | Quality | HSE | Contractor Performance | Client Satisfaction | Successful Handover

Employee benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based bonus / incentives
• Health insurance coverage
• Cab / transportation support
• Travel allowance / travel support
• Food / meals at project sites
• Paid leave and holidays
• Learning & development opportunities
• Career growth and leadership opportunities
• Employee engagement activities
• Office trips, team outings and celebrations
• Exposure to large-scale commercial projects
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment