Project Manager Agile Methodologies

Job description

<p><p><b>Job Title</b> : Project Manager<br/><br/><b>Location</b> : Chandigarh, India<br/><br/><b>Department</b> : IT/Technology<br/><br/><b>Reports To</b> : Program Director<br/><br/><b>Job Type</b> : Full-Time<br/><br/><b>Job Summary</b> :<br/><br/>This job involves comprehensive project management and strategic planning, focusing on aligning project objectives with organizational goals.<br/><br/>The responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to define project scope and deliverables, creating detailed project documentation, and translating project requirements into clear and actionable tasks.<br/><br/>In a leadership capacity, the role requires motivating and guiding cross-functional teams, facilitating effective communication, and representing project delivery to clients.<br/><br/>Risk management is a key aspect, involving the identification and mitigation of potential challenges to ensure smooth project execution.<br/><br/>The job also emphasizes strong stakeholder communication, maintaining relationships, and providing timely updates on project progress.<br/><br/>Resource management is crucial, requiring coordination with resource managers to allocate personnel effectively and monitor project budgets for cost efficiency.<br/><br/><b>Work Schedule</b> :<br/><br/>Please note that this position requires the candidate to work in the Eastern Time Zone (ET) to support our Canadian client-facing teams.<br/><br/>The working hours will align with Canadian business hours to ensure seamless collaboration and communication with our clients and teams based in Canada.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities</b> :<br/><br/><b>Project Planning and Strategy</b> :<br/><br/>- Develop and execute project plans that align with organizational goals and objectives.<br/><br/>- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.<br/><br/>- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.<br/><br/>- Translate project deliverables into detailed tasks, ensuring clear instructions for teams to execute work effectively.<br/><br/><b>Team Leadership</b> :<br/><br/>- Represent all aspects of delivery in a client-facing capacity.<br/><br/>- Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.<br/><br/>- Provide guidance and support to project teams, ensuring they have the necessary resources and tools for success.<br/><br/>- Facilitate communication and coordination among team members.<br/><br/><b>Risk Management</b> :<br/><br/>- Identify and assess risks associated with project delivery.<br/><br/>- Develop and implement mitigation plans and strategies to address potential challenges.<br/><br/>- Proactively manage issues to minimize their impact on project timelines.<br/><br/><b>Stakeholder Communication</b> :<br/><br/>- Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.<br/><br/>- Communicate project progress, challenges, and resolutions clearly and in a timely manner.<br/><br/>- Conduct regular status meetings and presentations for key stakeholders.<br/><br/><b>Resource Management</b> :<br/><br/>- Coordinate with resource managers to ensure optimal allocation of personnel to projects.<br/><br/>- Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial constraints.<br/><br/><b>Quality Assurance</b> :<br/><br/>- Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.<br/><br/>- Implement and oversee quality control processes.<br/><br/><b>Timeline Management</b> :<br/><br/>- Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of milestones.<br/><br/>- Adjust project timelines as necessary to accommodate changes in scope or resource :<br/><br/>- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.<br/><br/>- A Master's degree is a plus.<br/><br/>- 4+ years of enterprise project management experience, preferably in a technology agency setting, technology consulting, or e-commerce implementation and management.<br/><br/>- Expertise in scoping, pricing, and timeline development for projects of various sizes and complexities.<br/><br/>- Proven ability to deliver various project types and deliverables, such as website design, development, e commerce, SEO, PPC, UX, analytics, content, and digital experience platforms.<br/><br/>- Experience in consumer packaged goods, retail, finance, and loyalty industries.<br/><br/>- Familiarity with working with teams across North America and Asia.<br/><br/>- Knowledge of enterprise CMS and DXP systems, including Salesforce, Contentful, and Adobe products.<br/><br/>- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, MS Project, JIRA, Trello).<br/><br/>- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines.<br/><br/>- Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.<br/><br/>- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.<br/><br/>- Financial acumen to manage project budgets and ensure cost-efficiency.<br/><br/>- Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or other relevant certifications are highly desirable</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists