The Project Manager is responsible for leading teams to deliver project(s) that span across one or more business units. Manage resources, schedules, financials and adhere to stage gate quality and SDLC control guidelines throughout the full systems development life cycle. This also includes management of issues, risks and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. Contribute to process improvement initiatives as it relates to improving project delivery.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Setup project team from dedicated pool of internal resources along with working closely with clients and third parties/vendors for execution of projects. Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones
Full project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously
Report on project success criteria results, metrics, test and deployment management activities
Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence
Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization
Establish project charter, governance and success matrix ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Manage the relationship and accounts with the international clients and key project stakeholders during the entire project life cycle
Ensure regular communication of project status, progress and updates with clients
Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress along with performing risk management and mitigation strategies to minimize project risks
Ensure Project is executed as per agreed Project Implementation practices including PMP along with comprehensive project documentation
Delegate project tasks based on project staff members' individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels
Extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniques
Excellent experience in SDLC Methodologies, Agile, SCRUM, SDLC / Waterfall, RAID, RACI Matrix
Strong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills including the ability to lead up, across and down multiple business and technology organizations
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence
Build and maintain relationships by engaging business leaders to establish credibility, solve problems, build consensus and achieve objectives
Excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands
Research best practices within and outside the organization to establish benchmark data and use continuous process improvement disciplines to achieve results
Tools: MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint; CA Clarity PPM
Experience in successfully leading projects and programs to on-time, on-schedule and within budget close
Experience leading, motivating and managing various project and program team sizes, including internal and external resources, while holding team accountable for performance
Strong experience presenting to executive sponsors and demonstrated communication skills; both written and oral with technical and non-technical staff, all levels of management
Flexible with proven ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Technically competent with various software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), Microsoft Projects, ServiceNow, SmartSheet and Lucid Chart
Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products
Must be able to learn, understand and apply new technologies
Support diverse and inclusive work environment
Required Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience
8+ years of Project Management experience, including tracking and planning projects
5+ years of experience working with business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
3+ years of previous experience with gathering requirements from the client / business and documentation
3+ years of experience with full project/product lifecycle with understanding of development lifecycle and various technology methodologies that support that lifecycle
Intermediate level of proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and / or Senior Leadership
Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability of business needs
Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective
Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment
Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions and identifying priorities
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) or in the process of gaining certification within the next six months
Perks and Benefits:
Working with world class people who want to build a great company and are excited about the journey.
A positive, open, and highly innovative work environment and team
Entrepreneurial spirit with unlimited opportunity to grow
Opportunity to work with leading global brands on exciting and impactful projects Competitive Salary
Provision of Personal Accidental Insurance & Medical Insurance for family - self, dependent, spouse, dependent children, parents/parent-in-laws
Paid Maternity and Paternity leave
Bi-annual reviews to ensure transparency and promoting high performance culture
Learning & Development Sponsorship of Certifications
Looking forward to speaking with you.
