Project Planning Manager

Job Category Power Generation Transmission Distribution About Business Adani Group Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad in the state of Gujarat India Over the years Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O M practices benchmarked to global standards With four IG-rated businesses it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India Adani Energy Solutions Limited Adani Energy Solutions Limited AESL is a leading player in India s power transmission and energy infrastructure sector enabling seamless and efficient energy flow across the nation With a strong presence in both operational and under-construction projects AESL manages over 20 000 circuit kilometers of transmission lines and substations As a part of the Adani Group AESL is driven by the philosophy of GrowthWithGoodness aiming to build a sustainable and resilient energy future Through digital innovation smart grid deployment and a commitment to ESG excellence AESL plays a vital role in strengthening India s energy security and powering inclusive growth Job Purpose The Site Project Planning Manager - MUL is responsible for ensuring the efficient execution of power infrastructure projects by developing comprehensive project plans optimizing resource allocation and monitoring progress against timelines The role drives project coordination risk assessment and stakeholder alignment to ensure seamless implementation and adherence to quality safety and regulatory standards It strengthens operational efficiency by tracking project milestones mitigating potential delays and ensuring cost-effective execution to support the expansion and reliability of power distribution within Mundra Utility Limited C17 D29 Responsibilities Site Project Planning Manager-MUL Project Planning and Scheduling Ensure timely project execution by developing maintaining and updating project schedules L1-L4 tracking progress and identifying potential delays Optimize resource utilization by aligning manpower equipment and material requirements with the project timeline Enhance project efficiency by implementing catch-up plans and schedule compression techniques to mitigate delays Progress Monitoring and Reporting Maintain project transparency by tracking daily weekly and monthly progress preparing status reports and highlighting key risks to stakeholders Support data-driven decision-making by analyzing project performance metrics flagging schedule variances and recommending corrective actions Improve reporting accuracy by integrating project data into dashboards and ensuring alignment with management review processes Contract and Stakeholder Coordination Ensure contractual adherence by monitoring project milestones tracking deliverables and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations Strengthen cross-functional collaboration by coordinating with engineering procurement and site execution teams to align project schedules with operational needs Improve stakeholder engagement by facilitating periodic review meetings addressing planning-related concerns and ensuring schedule commitments are met Risk and Delay Management Minimize schedule risks by identifying potential bottlenecks conducting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies Ensure proactive issue resolution by coordinating with site teams to address Workfront constraints resource shortages and project execution challenges Support project continuity by developing alternative execution plans in response to unforeseen disruptions Resource and Cost Optimization Enhance cost efficiency by aligning project schedules with budgetary constraints optimizing resource deployment and tracking cost variances Prevent budget overruns by analyzing schedule impacts on cost tracking productivity deviations and ensuring corrective measures are implemented Improve forecasting accuracy by evaluating resource utilization trends and recommending adjustments to improve cost and schedule performance Technology Integration and Process Improvement Improve planning accuracy by leveraging project management tools Primavera MS Project for schedule tracking and forecasting Enhance process standardization by implementing best practices in project planning schedule optimization and data-driven decision-making Strengthen digital integration by automating reporting workflows ensuring seamless data synchronization and enabling real-time project tracking Site Coordination and Execution Support Ensure smooth site operations by aligning daily work schedules with master plans tracking site readiness and mitigating Workfront delays Improve execution efficiency by coordinating with site engineers ensuring timely availability of materials and supporting field teams in schedule adherence Enhance project visibility by conducting site visits assessing actual progress and resolving scheduling conflicts in real time Key Stakeholders - Internal Chief Operating Officer COO Business Unit Head - Project Execution Planning Engineering Design Team Procurement Supply Chain Team Operations Maintenance Team Finance Accounts Team IT Digital Transformation Team Regulatory Compliance Team Risk Audit Management Team Safety Quality Assurance Team Key Stakeholders - Internal Government Regulatory Bodies Electricity Boards Environmental Safety Agencies EPC Contractors Infrastructure Developers Equipment Manufacturers Material Suppliers Power Transmission Distribution Companies Industry Associations Standards Organizations Auditors Internal External Technology Project Management Solution Providers Primavera MS Project Legal Compliance Authorities Consultants Advisory Firms Project Risk Delay Management Vendors Third-Party Construction Contractors Qualifications Educational Qualification Bachelor s degree mandatory in Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering Project Management or a related field Work Experience Range of years 8-12 years of experience in project planning scheduling and execution in the power or infrastructure sector