Manager – Project Planning & Control

About the Organization

Adani Group is a diversified Indian enterprise with 10 publicly listed companies and a nationwide footprint in logistics and utilities infrastructure. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the group has built a strong position in large-scale infrastructure development and operates with O&M standards aligned to global benchmarks. It is also the only infrastructure issuer in India with four IG-rated businesses.

Adani Airports Holding Limited is reimagining the airport experience by turning airports into connected, technology-enabled, and service-focused hubs. The business aims to improve passenger experience, strengthen operational efficiency, and support sustainable growth with a positive community impact across India.

Role Overview

The Manager/Lead for Project Planning & Control will steer planning and control activities for the function, ensuring that schedules, resources, and control systems work together to deliver projects within scope, budget, and timeline. Reporting to the Head of Project Planning & Control, this role focuses on schedule governance, progress tracking, system discipline, and timely reporting to keep project execution aligned with business goals.

Core Responsibilities

This role requires ownership of project scheduling, coordination across engineering, procurement, and construction teams, and active monitoring of project performance. The position also involves portfolio-level review, risk tracking, compliance with planning systems, cost oversight, stakeholder communication, and senior management reporting.

Strategic Planning and Execution

Build and run project scheduling plans for construction work, making sure each stage advances according to the approved timeline.

Create and maintain project schedules in tools such as Primavera and MS Project to monitor all phases of EPC delivery.

Work closely with the Central Project Assurance Group (CPAG) to keep project outcomes aligned with agreed objectives.

Operations Management

Coordinate day-to-day work across engineering, procurement, and construction streams so that resources are deployed effectively and milestones stay on track.

Adjust timelines and manpower plans as project needs change, while keeping disruption to critical deliverables to a minimum.

Track project movement closely, study gaps in schedule, cost, and resource usage, and identify areas where action is needed to reduce risk.

Drive corrective actions with internal and external stakeholders to keep execution moving forward.

Project Portfolio Management

Carry out periodic portfolio reviews and share performance, risk, and corrective-action insights with senior leadership.

Rank and prioritize projects based on available resources, risk profile, and expected return on investment so that the portfolio is allocated efficiently.

Regulatory Compliance

Set up consistent processes for reporting, audits, and quality/safety checks in line with AERA and MOCA requirements and recognized industry practices.

Ensure the organization’s planning systems are followed and that reporting outputs such as Daily Progress Reports (DPR) and Monthly Progress Reports (MPR) are produced accurately.

Maintain standardized documentation and control workflows to support adherence to schedule and budget commitments.

Risk Management

Design practical risk management approaches to identify, evaluate, and reduce project risks before they affect delivery.

Monitor KPIs and strengthen reporting systems so that financial, progress, and risk information remains clear and transparent.

Maintain the risk register and constraints log, ensuring updates are tracked and managed properly.

Financial Oversight

Provide oversight on budgets, forecasts, and performance indicators so that project execution stays aligned with financial targets.

Put cost-control measures in place across the full project lifecycle to keep spending within approved limits.

Review cost variances and work with project teams to rebalance resources and avoid budget overruns.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

Define KPIs that measure project progress, quality, safety, and budget compliance.

Prepare detailed progress updates for senior management, including variances, constraints, and data-backed recommendations.

Use project control tools to ensure SOP compliance and accurate capture of all relevant project metrics for decision-making.

Stakeholder Management

Partner with internal teams and outside stakeholders such as contractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities to keep objectives and timelines aligned.

Serve as the main contact for schedule and planning queries, ensuring communication remains clear and timely for all parties involved.

Key Stakeholders

• Head – Project Planning & Control
• Construction and Engineering Teams
• Techno Commercial Team
• Compliance and Legal Teams
• IT Systems Team
• Finance Department
• Airport Authorities
• Government and Regulatory Bodies
• Contractors and Suppliers
• DGCA
• External Consultants

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline from a recognized institution is required. A PMP or equivalent project management certification is also expected.

Experience Required

The role calls for 15+ years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and control in the construction sector, including at least 5 years in a leadership position. Exposure to large infrastructure projects, preferably in airports or transportation, is preferred.

Additional Information

This role is based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India and is a full-time onsite position. The job involves substantial coordination across technical, commercial, compliance, finance, and external regulatory groups, with a strong emphasis on disciplined planning, reporting, and control.

No salary or stipend details were provided for this position.