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General Manager – Projects (Civil)
General Manager – Projects (Civil)DBS Global University • Varanasi, IN
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General Manager – Projects (Civil)

General Manager – Projects (Civil)

DBS Global University • Varanasi, IN
20 hours ago
Job description

Position Overview

The General Manager – Projects (Civil) will lead and oversee all civil engineering and construction projects across the campus. This role requires a seasoned leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional project management capabilities, and a proven track record of delivering large-scale institutional or commercial projects within timelines, budget, and quality standards. The incumbent will be responsible for end-to-end project lifecycle management—including planning, design coordination, vendor management, execution, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Budgeting & Cost Control

  • Prepare project budgets and ensure strict adherence throughout execution.
  • Review contractor bills, material reconciliation, and cost variance reports.
  • Implement effective cost-control mechanisms and ensure financial discipline.

2. Project Planning & Execution

  • Lead complete project lifecycle—from concept, design planning, detailed engineering, and execution to handover.
  • Prepare project master plans, timelines, and resource allocation plans.
  • Review architectural and structural designs, BOQs, drawings, and specifications.
  • Ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and safety norms.
  • 3. Vendor, Contractor & Consultant Management

  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard contractors, architects, and consultants.
  • Drive contracting processes including tendering, bid evaluation, negotiations, and awarding.
  • Monitor vendor performance, work quality, and adherence to deadlines.
  • Ensure strict control over materials, manpower, and cost deviations.
  • 4. Quality & Safety Compliance

  • Ensure all projects meet highest quality benchmarks as per engineering standards.
  • Conduct periodic site inspections and audits.
  • Enforce safety protocols and statutory compliance across all project sites.
  • 5. Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supervisors, and site staff.
  • Ensure team productivity, skill development, and performance excellence.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
  • 6. Stakeholder Coordination

  • Liaise with internal stakeholders including Administration, HR, Finance, and Academic leadership for seamless project execution.
  • Coordinate with government bodies, regulatory authorities, and external agencies for approvals and inspections.
  • Provide periodic project progress reports to senior leadership.
  • Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum 15+ years of experience in civil project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role .
  • Experience in handling large-scale institutional, educational, commercial, or residential projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction technologies, contract management, and regulatory norms.
  • Proven ability to manage multi-crore projects with tight deadlines.
  • Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong project planning and execution skills
  • Expertise in contracts, tendering, billing, and vendor management
  • Budgeting and cost-control capabilities
  • Leadership and people-management abilities
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills
  • Proficiency in project-management tools and MS Office
  • High level of integrity, discipline, and result orientation
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