We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Manager - Budgeting & Billing with a strong foundation in SAP implementation to lead and manage financial tracking, contractor billing, cost control, and budgeting processes across renewable energy projects.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of experience in contract management, vendor billing, and project finance operations, preferably in the infrastructure or renewable energy domain.

Key Responsibilities

1. Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Prepare, monitor, and control project budgets in alignment with approved business plans and cost benchmarks.
• Track financial performance against forecasts and generate variance reports with actionable insights.
• Drive project cost optimization by collaborating with cross-functional teams during project planning and execution.

2. SAP-Based Billing & Cost Control

• Lead the implementation and utilization of SAP for real-time billing, budgeting, and financial reporting across all project verticals.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in recording contractor and vendor bills in SAP.
• Maintain integration of budgeting and cost modules with procurement and project execution in SAP.

3. Billing & Commercial Operations

• Review and certify contractor and subcontractor bills based on actual work progress and contractual terms.
• Coordinate with engineering, site execution, project management and finance teams to ensure billing alignment with contract and drawings.
• Drive timely processing and settlement of invoices in line with contractual obligations.

4. Vendor & Contract Management

• Monitor contractor performance and maintain documentation for change orders, extra items, and deviations.
• Ensure alignment of billing data with material reconciliations and contractual deliverables.

5. Cash Flow & Financial Controls

• Develop and maintain detailed cash flow projections linked to billing cycles and project milestones.
• Highlight risks or delays in billing cycles and recommend corrective measures to ensure healthy project cash flows.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary financial documentation.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in SAP (especially in modules related to billing, budgeting, and cost control)
• Strong understanding of contractor billing, quantity reconciliation, and cost analysis
• Hands-on experience in project budgeting, cash flow management, and commercial reporting
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple stakeholders
• High attention to detail and process compliance

Preferred Experience

• 15+ years in IPP/ EPC or infrastructure project management with a strong focus on billing and budgeting
• Previous roles in large infrastructure or renewable energy companies, with exposure to utility-scale solar or industrial projects
• Experience in SAP rollout or working in an SAP-integrated environment is mandatory

Educational Qualification

• B.E. in Civil Engineering (Mandatory)
• Additional certifications in Contract Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Planning will be an advantage

Business Unit: GBU Renewables

Division: REN AMEA - India

Legal Entity: ENGIE Energy India Private Limited

Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 experience <15 years)

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree