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Engagement / Project Manager (Data projects)

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PROJECT MANAGER ( Data Projects)

Location - Bangalore

WFO

Exp - 6-9yrs

Notice period - 30days

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for managing the Professional Services (PS) projects for Data Services practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly within the realm of data projects including deploying Data warehouse and Data Lakes on public cloud (Azure, AWS or GCP), and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams. As the Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing detailed tasks, monitoring RAG (Red, Amber, Green) status for scope, schedule, budget, and risks/issues, and implementing detailed tracking mechanisms using agile methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead and manage PS engagements for Data Services practice from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with client objectives and expectations.

· Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

· Utilize agile methodologies to implement detailed task tracking, manage priorities, and adapt to changing project requirements.

· Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, analysts, developers, and stakeholders, to drive project execution and deliverables.

· Monitor and report RAG status for scope, schedule, budget, and risks/issues, providing timely updates to stakeholders and senior management.

· Proactively identify project risks and issues, develop mitigation plans, and escalate as necessary to ensure timely resolution.

· Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the project team.

· Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the primary point of contact for project-related inquiries and updates.

· Conduct regular project reviews and retrospectives to assess performance, identify lessons learned, and drive process improvements.

· Mentor and coach junior project management staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; PMP certification preferred.

· Proven experience managing complex data projects within a Professional Services or consulting environment.

· Strong understanding of agile methodologies, with hands-on experience using agile project management tools and techniques.

· Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

· Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.

· Experience with data management, analytics, and business intelligence technologies is highly desirable.

· Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and data-related tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Tableau) is a plus.

· Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time, within budget, and with high quality.

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Rackspace

Engagement / Project Manager (Data projects)

India - Bangalore

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