Project Management Manager - Capital Projects & Infrastructure

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Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in project portfolio management focus on optimising project portfolios to drive strategic business outcomes. These individuals oversee project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation to facilitate successful project delivery.

In project management at PwC, you will oversee and coordinate various projects to facilitate successful delivery within budget and timeline. You will leverage strong organisational and communication skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders.

Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Role Purpose 

Lead end-to-end digital transformation and PMO for large capital projects in metals & mining—covering planning, execution, governance, and benefits realization. You will drive adoption of digital/AI solutions (e.g., 5D BIM, advanced scheduling & risk analytics, drone/LiDAR-based progress tracking, IoT geo-fencing for materials, digital twins, and GenAI assistants for controls and reporting) to deliver measurable improvements in time, cost, quality, and safety. 

Responsibilities 

A. PMO & Governance 

• Establish and run the PMO: stage-gate governance, change control, RACI, decision logs, and escalation paths. 

• Build/maintain Integrated Master Schedule (IMS); perform critical path and whatif analyses; lead schedule compression strategies. 

• Implement Cost Controls (budget phasing, EVM with CPI/SPI), forecast-at-completion (FAC), variance analysis, and executive reporting. 

• Drive Risk & Safety Management: risk registers, mitigations, contingency strategies, and safety audits with digital/AI insights. 

• Oversee Quality Management: ITPs, NCR/CPAR workflows, vendor surveillance; ensure compliance with OISD/PNGRB/PESO/CEIG and applicable codes. 

B. Procurement & Supply Chain 

• Own procurement management: sourcing strategy, bid evaluation, contracts/Change Orders/EOTs, LDs/incentives. 

• Run performance reviews for contractors and material vendors; track delivery performance and expediting. 

• Implement Digital Storage & Logistics Management (IoT + geo-fencing) for traceability, install-readiness, and exception alerts. 

C. Digital/AI Transformation 

• Define the digital roadmap and success metrics; orchestrate adoption of:  

• 5D BIM (cost + schedule integration) and model-based quantity management. 

• Advanced scheduling & risk analytics (constraint-based planning, scenario simulation, Monte Carlo). 

• Drone/LiDAR for volumetrics and progress; CV-based safety/compliance monitoring. 

• Power BI/Tableau control towers; GenAI copilots for reports, risk registers, and stakeholder communications. 

• Digital twins/IoT for real-time asset & utility dashboards (energy, ETP, utilities). 

• Ensure cybersecurity and data governance for TAS/PLC/SCADA integrations. 

D. Stakeholder & Delivery Leadership 

• Act as client-facing lead for multibilliondollar programs (mine expansion, beneficiation, smelters, ports/terminals, rail logistics). 

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams (civil/mech/electrical/instrumentation, digital, safety, QA/QC); coach Associates/Sr Associates. 

• Manage benefits realization; track KPIs tied to business case (throughput, cost, schedule predictability). 

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• 6–8 years relevant experience in construction + metals/mining + PMO consulting across capex projects. 

• PMP® certification (mandatory). 

• M.Tech (NICMAR) preferred (Construction/Project Management). 

• Alternatively, BE/B.Tech (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical) + MBA with strong project/PMO track record. 

• Demonstrated hands-on with at least 3 of: Primavera/MS Project, Power BI/Tableau, BIM (Navisworks/Revit/Synchro), Drone/LiDAR workflows, EVM, IoT/SCADA/TAS integrations, GenAI copilots. 

• Strong commercial acumen (contracts, claims/changes, LDs), regulatory familiarity (PESO/CEIG/environmental permits). 

Core Skills 

• Program governance, PMO operations, EVM, schedule & cost assurance, risk management. 

• Digital solutioning & change management; stakeholder management at CXO/plant head level. 

• Excellent communication; executive reporting; proposal support/presales a plus. 

Working Model 

• Consulting life: extensive travel to site/client offices (as needed). 

• Opportunity to work on multibilliondollar engagements with reputed companies; strong exposure to digital & AI transformation. 

• Location: Flexible; base in India with deployment to project sites. 

Mandatory skill sets:

Project Management

Preferred skill sets:

Project Management

Years of experience required:

6-8 years

Education qualification:

BE / B.Tech

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Technology, Bachelor of EngineeringDegrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Project Management

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Business Case Development, Business Process Improvement, Change Control Processes, Communication, Costing, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Kanban (Project Management), Optimism, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Mapping, Process Standardization, Program Management, Project Budgeting, Project Coordination, Project Delivery, Project Documentation, Project Governance {+ 18 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

February 25, 2026

Experience Level

Senior Level