Deputy General Manager - Project Director

About Godrej Industries GroupGodrej Industries Group serves more than 1.1 billion consumers worldwide across businesses that lead in consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services, and chemicals. The group is built on a long-standing reputation for scale, trust, and market leadership.About Godrej Properties LimitedGodrej Properties brings the Godrej ethos of innovation, sustainability, and excellence into real estate development. Its projects combine a 125+ year legacy of trust with modern design, advanced technology, and a strong focus on sustainability.Role OverviewThe Project Director will provide complete leadership for assigned real estate projects. This position carries responsibility for business performance, project execution, financial discipline, risk control, stakeholder management, and team leadership. The objective is to deliver projects successfully in line with approved plans, profitability goals, customer commitments, and company standards.Business & P&L OwnershipOwn overall project results, including profitability, cash flow, cost control, and business performance.Steer execution in line with approved business plans and Annual Operating Plans (AOP).Support asset management actions that protect and improve project returns.Manage daily project operations, construction progress, and delivery schedules.Track budgets, financial performance, and operational measures to meet business goals.Work closely with construction, design, sales, marketing, finance, legal, and customer experience teams.Project Execution & DeliveryDrive timely delivery while maintaining standards for quality, safety, and compliance.Implement milestone-based governance and keep work aligned to approved timelines and budgets.Oversee site operations and execution quality across all phases of the project.Coordinate effectively with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and outside stakeholders.Run project review processes to spot execution issues early and put corrective actions in place.Risk Management & GovernanceSpot, evaluate, and reduce risks that can affect timelines, costs, profitability, and customer commitments.Lead risk reviews during both pre-construction and construction phases.Create mitigation plans and suggest strategic actions for major project risks.Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory obligations, and governance frameworks.Escalate significant risks and provide leadership with clear recommendations for decisions.Operational Excellence & Process ImprovementPromote continuous improvement to raise efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.Identify process breakdowns and apply operational best practices across project functions.Ensure teams follow established systems, processes, governance routines, and project timelines.Contribute to digital and process transformation efforts that improve monitoring and execution.Team Leadership & Stakeholder ManagementBuild and lead strong project teams with a clear focus on delivery.Set goals, KPIs, and responsibilities for team members aligned with business priorities.Hold regular performance discussions, coaching sessions, and capability-building reviews.Encourage teamwork, accountability, and engagement across the group.Handle relationships with internal stakeholders, external consultants, contractors, and customers.ExperienceApplicants should have 10 to 12 years of work experience.BenefitsSupport for equal parenting, including childcare benefits for birthing parents, commissioning parents in surrogacy, adoptive parents, and their partners.6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, with flexible work options after returning.2 months of paid leave for secondary caregivers.Travel support for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under one year old during work travel.Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment.Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy.Same-sex partner benefits equivalent to those for married spouses.Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy.Community partnership and advocacy support.Persons with Disability (PwD) care support.Comprehensive health insurance and accident coverage for employees and families, with top-up options.Elder care support for employees assisting senior family members.Preventive healthcare support.Outpatient coverage, including vaccinations, dental care, vision care, and more.Uncapped sick leave.Flexible work options, including remote work and part-time work.Mental wellness, self-care resources, and counselling support.Recognition platforms for individual, team, and business achievements, both digital and offline.Inclusive Workplace StatementGodrej emphasizes a culture where discrimination has no place. The company values diversity as a core part of its identity and believes that teams reflecting the diversity of its businesses and communities help drive stronger innovation and growth. It is an equal opportunity employer and rewards merit while promoting diversity and inclusion. Discrimination based on nationality, race, color, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status is not tolerated.