: Manager – Project Management, Planning, Documentation & Engineering

Job Title: Manager – Project Management, Planning, Documentation & Engineering
Location: Noida (Role requires Travelling to various sites)
Department: Special Projects
About Air India SATS Airport Services Private Limited:
AISATS, a leading gateway services provider in India, is a 50-50 joint venture between Air India Limited (a part of the TATA Group) and SATS Ltd., one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia’s leading airline caterer. ‘AISATS’ is defined by its people – they are our greatest strength. Their commitment to seamless delivery and customer delight is what enables us to fulfil our brand promise of service excellence. This has been the hallmark of our business for more than a decade. With deep domain knowledge of the aviation ecosystem, we offer end-to-end ground handling services such as passenger and baggage handling, ramp handling, aircraft interior cleaning, load control and flight operations, and cargo handling services for general, perishable, transshipment, express courier and special cargo.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager – Project Management, Planning, Documentation & Engineering to oversee key aspects of civil engineering, architectural planning, site execution, MEP and design coordination across large-scale warehouse, infrastructure, EPC, commercial, and fitout projects. The ideal candidate will possess over 14 years of robust experience in the construction industry, including significant expertise in underground metro rail systems, cargo terminals, high-rise buildings, and site development.
This role bridges the gap between detailed engineering design, material procurement, contractor/vendor management, and site execution to ensure project deliverables meet stringent cost, quality, and time metrics.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning, Scheduling & Monitoring
Develop and track work completion schedules, resource requirement plans, and progress milestones to ensure timely project delivery and client handover.
Prepare/Review project layouts, site survey plans, site level plans, and execution schedules aligned with technical drawings.
Monitor site activity, conduct weekly progress and design review meetings, and eliminate site bottlenecks.
2. Engineering Design & Coordination
Review project contracts, scopes of work, architectural inputs, tender documents, and specifications.
Act as a primary technical liaison between internal stakeholders, Detail Design Consultants (DDC), contractors, system-wise contractors, and internal execution teams.
Manage design inception, submission drawings, shop drawings, working drawings, and as-built drawing and checklists records.
Prepare and review Design Basis Requirements (DBR) and Method Statements for architectural/civil scope items.
3. Commercials, Billing & Estimation
Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for tender floating, material finalizations, bill verification and certification and issuing COP etc.
Oversee contractor and client billing processes, vendor invoice approvals, and cross-check material reconciliation against store records.
Review and analyze estimation costs, material requirements, and supply procurement schedules.
4. Site Execution, Material Selection & Quality Assurance
Direct site operations for civil works, Piling works, Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB), RCC framed structures, block work, plastering, waterproofing, and high-end finishing (e.g., granite/Kota flooring, false ceilings, SS/glass cladding).
Lead material selection and finalize finishing materials in coordination with internal stakeholders; verify material quality during site arrival.
Ensure strict adherence to quality checks across civil, architectural, and MEP integration works.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree (B.Tech / B.E.): Civil Engineering (or AMIE certification equivalent) with a strong academic record.
Diploma / Certification: Diploma in Architectural Assistantship or relevant drafting/architectural qualifications.
Experience: Minimum 12–15 years of progressive experience in construction management, with at least 8 years in warehouse/ office fitouts/cargo or major infra projects.
Software & Technical Proficiency:
CAD Tools: Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2024/2026) for drawing generation, review, and modifications.
Office Applications: Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint for reporting, cost estimation, and presentations.
Core Competencies: BOQ Preparation, Site Surveys, Method Statements, Quality Assurance, Material Reconciliation, Procurement, and Contractor Billing.
Personal & Behavioural Characteristics:
Strong cross-functional team management and site team coordination skills.
Excellent communication skills for managing client relations, consultants, and contractors.
Analytical problem-solving ability to address design conflicts and site constraints.

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