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ABOUT US-Founded in 2002, Global Schools Group is a Singapore-headquartered, community-oriented education institution whose mission is to cultivate and nurture young minds into global leaders of the future and is significantly contributing to achieving significant learning outcomes for every child. In the last two decades, the Foundation has grown to 64 campuses in 11 countries. Our seven international schools are spread across Southeast Asia, Middle East and Europe.Global Schools Group (GSG) is an education pioneer with a network of premier international schools. The Foundation schools infuse the best educational approaches from around the globe into a unique pedagogy which imparts value-based learning that goes beyond academics. The 64 GSG schools provide world class education to over 45,000 students from 70+ nationalities. The schools offer various. curricula, including IB, Cambridge and CBSE.JOB PURPOSEThe role holder is responsible for leading the ID&PM (Projects) function globally, developing and implementing department strategies, policies and procedures, expanding GSG service offerings and revenue from new and existing campuses, while supporting the leadership team in achieving the organization’s business objectives. JOB TITLE - General Manager, Project ManagementJOB LOCATION - IndiaKEY RESPONSIBILITIES LeadershipLeads and provides direction to the ID&PM (Projects) department globallyWorks closely with leadership and understands the overall visions, strategic direction, business requirements, and next course of actionDesigns and delivers Project priorities and organizational strategies in line with the organization’s business plansOversees the development and implementation of project best-practices, policies and proceduresEstablishes the “buddy system” in the department to encourage the sharing of information and minimize disruptions FinancialCollaborates with the Finance function in developing relevant measurable performance metrics for the function, and proactively tracks performance against the metrics to ensure fiscal control and financial feasibility of the functionDetermines the budget for each projectResponsible for cost management and ensures compliance to the budgetOversees the approval process and ensures every change made is approved by the manager in charge Functional Operations:Oversees the commercial viability survey by the team after signoff has been given by the Board Reviews the market information for potential sites gathered by the Business Development Managers (e.g. the neighborhood, financial capabilities of the people, types of enrollments in the nearby schools, expectations of potential students, etc.)Conducts commercial due diligence and engages third party consultants, if needed, to obtain market intelligence (e.g. curriculums and fee structures of nearby international schools, etc.)Assesses the potential physical site and enters negotiations with the landownersReviews the design by the architects Calculates the expected fees and breakeven amounts for the new projects Project Planning:Responsible for planning the resources required for new projects Identifies and assesses potential risks that may be incurred during the projects, and develops plans to avoid or mitigate these risks Integration Management:Identifies the various stakeholders for the new projects and potential resistances Addresses and resolves stakeholders concerns and determines a balanced approachSchedule Management:Understands the business well and plans the project schedule to meet the business needs (e.g. project should be completed in December before the academic year starts in April)Manages the project and ensures adherence to the scheduleProcurement Management:Identifies vendors and ensures the lead time for the items comply with the project scheduleReviews the quality and costs of the items, and the after sales services of the vendors as part of the vendor selection processHuman Resources Management:Leads and manages the various project managers, consultants and workersWorks closely with the Human Resources department to conduct manpower planning to ensure the project team is staffed with the right skills and qualificationsRisk Management:Anticipates the potential risks that may be incurred in the project and find solutions to eliminate themReviews previous projects to understand the risks incurred, and keep alert for similar patterns to prevent the same problems from reoccurringDevelops risk migration strategies for risks that cannot be eliminated Document the risks incurred in the project and the ideated solutions for future referenceBenefits Management:Tracks the benefits obtained from the project and ensure it is delivered Maintain a relationship with the various stakeholders throughout the project and assess the benefits conferred at the completion of the project Execution and Handover:Work closely and involve the Operations department in the project approximately 6 months before the project endsHandover the warranties, specifications and instructions to the Operations team at the end of the project Interaction Works closely with internal and external stakeholders through each phase of the project, from project planning to execution and handoverBuilds strong networks and maintains good working relationships with internal and external partners to keep abreast of the current business climate and macroeconomic trendsPeople FocusCollaborates proactively with Human Resource to continuously increase competency within the function to meet future organizations needs through the development and recruitment of talentLeads the recruitment, selection, orientation, and training of employees in the functionBuilds and manages high performing teams within the function by providing leadership, role clarity, training and career development JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering (Preferably in Civil) Experience15+ years of experience in project management, infrastructure development, or construction management.Experience leading large-scale, multi-site projects across multiple geographies.Strong exposure to budgeting, cost control, contract management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.Expertise in strategic planning, project execution, and stakeholder management.Strong understanding of global construction and development regulations.Experience with growth strategies, revenue generation, and business expansion.Excellent leadership and team management skills to drive cross-functional teams.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.Working Days:5.5 daysOnsite