PwC—IN · Senior Associate · Capital Projects · CPI · Advisory · Gurgaon

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Description: Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Senior Associate Job 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. Job Description & Summary: Support clients in transforming the governance, monitoring, and delivery of capital projects by strengthening PMO structures, reporting and decision-making frameworks, and implementation of digital solutions including workflows, dashboards, and data models. The role sits within PwC’s Infrastructure Transformation Practice and focuses on improving delivery of complex capital projects through governance, project controls, and practical digital enablement. Responsibilities: A. Governance & PMO - Design and manage governance structures, review calendars, action trackers, risk and issue logs, and executive status reports. - Support PMO operations and improve reporting and decision-making frameworks across project environments. - Maintain key project registers, reporting packs, and progress monitoring mechanisms. B. Project Controls - Track schedules, milestones, dependencies, and project performance across capital projects. - Analyze trends, delays, and variances to provide actionable insights to stakeholders. - Support structured review mechanisms for project monitoring and performance improvement. C. Digital Transformation & Reporting - Implement digital solutions for project controls, including MIS dashboards, automated reporting, and AI-enabled analytics. - Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools using Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Advanced Excel, and related technologies. - Support integration of project data across multiple systems and embed digital tools into day-to-day workflows. D. Stakeholder Management & Delivery Support - Collaborate with client PMOs, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to run reviews and present structured updates. - Support day-to-day client interactions and ensure timely execution of project management activities. - Contribute to improving governance and digital roadmaps for large-scale infrastructure and capital projects. Required Qualifications & Experience - 2–7+ years of relevant experience depending on role level: - Associate: 2–4 years - Senior Associate: 4–7 years - Manager: 7+ years - Hands-on implementation experience in live capital project environments. - Experience in PMO, governance, project controls, digital transformation, and reporting/analytics. - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Operations, or a related discipline. Preferred Qualifications - Postgraduate qualification / MBA is a plus. - Sector exposure in roads, energy, industrial infrastructure, semiconductors, or manufacturing preferred. - Experience in PMO setup/transformation, digital dashboard/MIS implementation, schedule analytics, data automation, and use of AI/advanced analytics in project environments. Working Model - Full-time role. - Location: Mumbai / Delhi / Bengaluru / Ahmedabad / Kolkata /Client site. - Travel required based on project needs. Will be upto 50% per month. Key Differentiators for the Role - Opportunity to work on live capital programs rather than pure strategy/advisory assignments. - Exposure to complex infrastructure and capital project environments. - Hands-on experience with cutting-edge digital tools including AI-enabled analytics and Microsoft Fabric. - Opportunity to shape governance and digital roadmaps for large-scale transformation programs. Mandatory skill sets: Core Skills - PMO and governance - Project controls and schedule tracking - Data handling and analytics - Dashboarding and MIS reporting - Risk and issue management - Executive reporting and communication - Stakeholder coordination and collaboration - Problem solving and structured thinking Preferred skill sets: Core Skills - MS Project - Primavera P6 / Autodesk / MSP - Power BI - Microsoft Fabric - Advanced Excel - PowerPoint - AI-enabled tools including agent build - Digital transformation in project environments - ERP interfaces for construction management - App development (basic skills) Years of experience required: 2–4 years for Associate / 4 to 10 years for SA / 10+ years for Manager Education qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Operations, or related discipline[Text Wrapping Break]Postgraduate qualification / MBA desirable ; Masters in Engineering (Civil , Construction management) preferred 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 Consulting, Project Management Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Analytical Thinking, Business Case Development, Business Process Improvement, Change Control Processes, Communication, Costing, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, IT Project Lifecycle, Kanban (Project Management), Learning Agility, Optimism, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Mapping, Process Standardization, Program Management, Project Budgeting {+ 23 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date August 10, 2026