Associate Consultant - KDNI Capital Projects pool (MUM)

Job details

• Proposed designation : Associate Consultant – Capital Projects
• Reporting to : Assistant Manager / Manager

Roles & responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality deliverables within set plans, budgets, and standards
• Supporting client engagements with minimal supervision from senior team members, as necessary
• Identification of client's potential challenges and issues in an engagement and proactively presenting initial solutions
• Assist in developing thought leadership materials to enhance market intelligence and sector knowledge
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor moves, and product/service developments to maintain competitive edge
• Independently engage with both domestic and global stakeholders, managing expectations and prioritizing work effectively
• Demonstrate strong multi-tasking abilities, working efficiently with geographically dispersed teams in a fast-paced environment

Mandatory technical & functional skills

• Strong understanding of the project management lifecycle, encompassing planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk, and stakeholder management
• Experience in specific sectors of Infrastructure (Transport, Energy and Utilities, or Urban Infrastructure)
• Understanding of concepts related to construction and project management
• Familiarity with strategic planning, operational frameworks, leading processes, methodologies and technologies in the Construction industry
• Strong analytical capabilities including but not limited to data analysis, risk assessments, project controls, business process re-engineering and providing recommendations for improvements
• Ability to leverage AI-enabled tools in project management to enhance project delivery and assist in decision-making through faster insights, automation, and improved reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and in making presentations for senior level stakeholders with effective story boarding skills
• Knowledge of different software/applications including Power BI, Alteryx, Scheduling tools, BIM and Power Apps (preferred but not mandatory)

Key behavioral attributes/requirements

• Personal drive and positive attitude to deliver results within tight deadlines and in demanding situations
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and good inter-personal skills to work effectively in a team

• This role is for you if you have the below
• Educational qualifications

• MBA’s, Postgraduates and Engineers from a leading Indian/International educational institutions
• Candidates holding certifications from renowned institutes including PMI or other professional certification relevant to the requirements are preferred, but not mandatory

Prior experience

• Relevant infrastructure sectors and/or experience of 1-3 years gained in global engineering and consulting firms