Key skills
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About this role
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AdvisoryIndustry/Sector
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OperationsManagement Level
Senior ManagerJob 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 what‑if 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 multi‑billion‑dollar 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/pre‑sales a plus.
Working Model
Consulting life: extensive travel to site/client offices (as needed).
Opportunity to work on multi‑billion‑dollar engagements with reputed companies; strong exposure to digital & AI transformation.
Location: Flexible; base in India with deployment to project sites.
Mandatory skill sets:
capital projects
Preferred skill sets:
consulting
Years of experience required:
8-12 years
Education qualification:
b.tech / mba
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: MBA (Master of Business Administration)Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Capital ProjectsOptional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Business Case Development, Business Process Improvement, Change Control Processes, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Costing, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Influence, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Kanban (Project Management), Learning Agility, Optimism, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Mapping, Process Standardization {+ 31 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Government Clearance Required?
Job Posting End Date
July 16, 2026