Project Engineer

Overview

Support construction and fit-out project delivery as a Project Engineer within JLL's Project & Development Services team in Mumbai. The role offers exposure to commercial office developments, corporate fit-outs and other facilities while working alongside project managers and engineers.

What you'll do

• Support the PDS team in delivering construction and fit-out projects across various asset classes.
• Assist project engineers and managers with day-to-day project coordination, project milestone tracking and deliverable completion according to established timelines.
• Attend regular site visits to observe construction activities and learn site management and quality control procedures.
• Document site conditions through photographs, note work progress, identify quality issues and assist in punch list preparation.
• Assist in reviewing and managing architectural drawings, MEP layouts, structural plans and specifications.
• Coordinate drawing revisions, maintain updated drawing registers, track submittal logs and ensure document version control.
• Identify potential clashes or coordination issues across different engineering disciplines.
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, attend project meetings, record minutes and track action items.
• Help prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, project presentations and status dashboards for internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Assist in coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, consultants and material suppliers.
• Track contractor deliverables, obtain competitive quotations, maintain vendor databases, process material submittals and approvals and support the procurement process under guidance from senior team members.
• Assist in tracking costs against approved budgets, reviewing contractor payment applications, maintaining cost registers and preparing budget variance reports.
• Support project schedule updates, track critical path activities and identify potential delays.
• Participate in site safety inductions, attend safety meetings, assist in safety inspections and ensure compliance with JLL's HSE policies.
• Identify potential hazards and understand corrective action protocols.
• Attend client meetings, understand client requirements and deliver service excellence aligned with JLL PDS standards.
• Participate in training programs, technical workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Learn industry best practices, emerging technologies in construction and project management tools and techniques.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from a recognized institution.
• Recent graduate from the 2023-2025 batches or up to 1 year of relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of construction processes, building systems and engineering principles.
• Familiarity with reading technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD, including the ability to view and understand drawings.
• Competency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn project management software such as MS Project, Primavera or similar tools.
• Strong desire to learn and grow within the project management profession.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi, verbal and written.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments.
• Proactive attitude with a problem-solving mindset.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on diverse responsibilities.
• Professional demeanor suitable for client-facing interactions.
• Willingness to conduct frequent site visits across Mumbai and surrounding areas in the MMR region.
• Flexibility to work on-site as required by project demands.
• Ability to work occasionally beyond standard hours to meet project deadlines.

Details

• Employment type: Full-time.
• Work mode: On-site in Mumbai, MH.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 48.
• Frequent site visits are required across Mumbai and surrounding areas in the MMR region.
• Occasional work beyond standard hours may be required to meet project deadlines.