Commercial Interiors Fitout - Project Manager

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We are currently seeking a Commercial Interiors Fitout - Project Manager to join our client's team in Chennai.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Commercial Interiors Fitout – Project Manager

Department
Projects & Fitout / Infrastructure
Reports To
Head of Projects / Director – Operations
Experience
4+ Years in Commercial Interior Fitout Projects
Location
Based at Corporate Office with site travel across restaurant locations

Employment Type

Full-Time

Position Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Interiors Fitout Project Manager to lead end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of restaurant interior fitout projects across multiple locations. The ideal candidate brings a disciplined project management approach with PMP-level competency, strong architectural coordination skills, and hands-on experience in material sourcing and procurement planning within the food & hospitality or restaurant chain environment.

Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution

• Develop comprehensive project plans using Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to decompose fitout scope into manageable deliverables and work packages.

• Create and maintain detailed Gantt Charts for project scheduling, milestone tracking, critical path identification, and resource levelling across concurrent restaurant fitout sites.

• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks in alignment with the brand design standards and operational requirements.

• Monitor and control project progress through earned value analysis, variance reporting, and proactive risk mitigation.

Bill of Materials (BOM) & Cost Management

• Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) for each fitout project covering furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), finishes, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and kitchen infrastructure.

• Maintain version-controlled BOM documentation ensuring accuracy across design revisions and value-engineering decisions.

• Conduct cost estimation, budget tracking, and variance analysis at material category and line-item levels.

Architect & Design Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison between the internal team and external Architects, Interior Designers, and MEP Consultants.

• Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, and design specifications for constructability, compliance, and alignment with brand standards.

• Coordinate design development cycles, manage RFI (Request for Information) processes, and ensure timely design freeze to prevent scope creep and rework.

• Facilitate design review meetings and ensure all stakeholder inputs are incorporated within project timelines.

Material Sourcing & Procurement Planning

• Develop procurement schedules aligned with the project Gantt Chart, ensuring just-in-time delivery to avoid site idle time and storage costs.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors and suppliers for interior materials, FF&E, signage, lighting, kitchen equipment, and specialty items.

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and quality terms with suppliers; maintain an approved vendor registry with performance ratings.

• Coordinate sample approvals, mock-ups, and material testing in collaboration with the design and quality teams.

Site Execution & Quality Control

• Oversee on-site fitout execution ensuring adherence to approved drawings, material specifications, and workmanship standards.

• Conduct regular site inspections and snag management; maintain punch lists and ensure defect-free handover.

• Coordinate with civil, MEP, and interior contractors for seamless integration of all fitout trades.

• Ensure compliance with local building codes, fire safety regulations, FSSAI norms, and licensing requirements.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

• Provide weekly project status reports with dashboard views covering schedule performance, budget utilisation, risk register, and key decisions.

• Present project updates to leadership with clear…