Manager Projects - Infra Management - 5 Years - Noida/Chennai/Ahemdabad
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Permanent
- Full-time
Vertical - Growth Projects | Department - Sales (Education Sector)We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager (Franchise Expansion) to join a high-impact growth team in the education sector. The role involves property sourcing, project management, strategic partnerships, and cross-functional execution to enable the launch of new business centers (preschool segment) across the region.Your Future Employer - A leading education-focused organization with a pan-India presence across preschool, K-12, creative arts, and higher education segments. The institution is known for delivering innovative, tech-enabled, and child-centric learning experiences through its expansive network of franchise and company-operated centers. The role offers a chance to contribute to one of India's most trusted education networks focused on shaping future-ready learners and leaders.Responsibilities - * Identify strategic property locations and build partnerships with brokers and developers
- Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and competitor analysis
- Lead negotiations with property owners, agents, and other stakeholders
- Evaluate project cost, ROI, catchment potential, and operational overheads
- Ensure branding alignment, promotional coordination, and timely handover of centers
- Collaborate across departments and manage end-to-end project execution within 90-120 days
- Maintain documentation, compliance checks, and property validations
- Generate revenue (~₹4.5-5 LPA per project) and manage revenue collections
- Facilitate the sale of center kits, ensure financial submissions, and maintain payment timelines
- Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and on-ground partners
- 5-10 years of experience in project management, real estate, or franchise operations
- Strong exposure to property evaluation, construction fundamentals, and branding implementation
- Excellent skills in negotiation, relationship management, and business development
- Strong understanding of marketing, site analytics, and operational budgeting
- Effective communicator with ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Self-starter with strong execution focus and multi-project handling capability
- Excellent career growth and leadership visibility
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
- Medical and health insurance benefits
- Enthusiastic, purpose-driven team culture
- Employee learning & development opportunities
- Recognition and celebration culture