Project Manager Recruitment at IIT Gandhinagar (C-NARMADA Project)

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) is inviting applications for a temporary position of Project Manager under the research project titled “C-NARMADA” in the Department of Civil Engineering.
| Designation | Project Manager |
| Research Area / Department | Civil Engineering (Project: C-NARMADA) |
| Number of Positions | 1 |
| Location | IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India |
| Consolidated Monthly Remuneration | ₹60,000/- to ₹1,25,000/- per month |
| Duration of Appointment | 6 months or project completion date, whichever is earlier (extendable based on performance or project duration) |
Eligibility & Qualification
Essential Qualification & Experience
- B.Tech. / B.E. / M.Sc. / M.C.A. / LLM. / CA / CMA / CS / MBA / M.Com or equivalent professional qualification in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 04 years of post-qualification experience in teaching, research, industrial, design & development, IT, or administration in an organization/industry of repute.
- OR
- B.C.A. / B.Sc. / B.A. / B.Com. / B.B.A. / LLB. or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 08 years of post-qualification experience in teaching, research, industrial, design & development, IT, or administration in an organization/industry of repute.
Academic Marks Criteria
- A minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade from graduation onwards.
- A minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th.
Desirable Qualification & Experience
- CA(Inter) / M.Com / B.Com preferred candidates.
- Experience working in an academic institute or reputed industry.
- Familiarity with procurement procedures, finance-related work, and exposure to project-based work.
Job Description
The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Review and monitor progress across all current and upcoming consultancy engagements.
- Drive smooth day-to-day project operations, coordinating multiple activities to meet deadlines.
- Handle end-to-end grant management — budgeting, forecasting, fund utilization, and adherence to donor/funding compliance requirements.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.
- Provide accounting support across regular cycles (monthly, weekly, and annual), working closely with respective departments.
- Coordinate procurement, vendor management, and payment processing, ensuring timely follow-through.
- Develop and deliver project-specific presentations for client engagements.
- Apply strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite in daily tasks.
- Assist with recruitment coordination, documentation, and institutional/administrative processes, including approvals and reporting.
Note: This role involves dynamic responsibilities; the candidate should be adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the official recruitment link provided below.
For any specific project-related queries, you may contact Prof. Pranab Mohapatra via email at pranabm@iitgn.ac.in.
Apply Link: IIT Gandhinagar Project Staff Recruitment Portal
Last Date for Apply
The last date for submitting the online application is 02.10.2026.