Project Manager

Location:Bengaluru, KarnatakaAbout the Company:Sustainability Economics is a global start-up targeting the markets of US, Japan, EU, UK, Canada and Singapore. As a pioneer, our focus is on the Lifecycle Management of E2E Net-Zero transitions while leveraging our automation-first approach. We offer our collaborative services at an international level and counsel our clients on transition solutions and decarbonization strategies. With our team of professionals who have extensive domain and technical knowledge, we are committed to making long-term efforts to fulfil this vision through our technical innovation, client services, expertise, and capability expansion.Role Summary:We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented candidate with a technical background who can effectively coordinate resources and manage projects. The role involves setting clear objectives, defining targets, and delivering results within set timelines while ensuring high-quality outcomes and maintaining control over the project. The ideal candidate will be responsible for organizing team responsibilities, setting expectations, and defining success factors that align with our project milestones.Key Tasks & Accountability:Project Management: Manage software/application development projects in an agile environment. Hands-on experience in software development is mandatory, with a proven track record of delivering projects successfully.Scope Definition: Define project scope and objectives and ensure alignment of business goals with technical requirements. The candidate must have the ability to clearly translate business needs into actionable technical tasks.Resource Planning & Allocation: Assess the resources needed for software development, ensuring their optimal utilization. The candidate should be proactive in managing resources effectively and efficiently.Effort & Problem-Solving: Estimate the effort required to complete the project and be able to guide teams technically in overcoming obstacles or roadblocks.Risk & Stakeholder Management: Ensure risks are managed effectively and maintain clear communication with stakeholders, ensuring transparency and timely delivery of project updates.Management Tools Proficiency: Utilize project management tools like MS Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, Asana, and others to track progress, assign tasks, and ensure project goals are met.Vendor & Supplier Management: Manage contracts, assign tasks, and ensure vendors and suppliers meet expected deliverables.Best Practices Implementation: Apply industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the project lifecycle to ensure smooth execution.Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor progress and make adjustments to ensure projects are delivered on time and to specification. Address issues promptly to maintain a "no surprise" environment.Continuous Improvement: Measure project performance and identify areas for improvement. Work closely with stakeholders to ensure fast decision-making and approvals.Education and Experience:Domain expertise and qualifications include, but are not limited to, bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field1-2 years of project management and related experienceProject Management Professional (PMP) certification preferredAgile certification is preferredStrong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies and best practicesExperience seeing projects through the full life cycleExcellent analytical skillsStrong interpersonal skills and extremely resourcefulProven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timelineSkills:Create project specifications.Effective communicator with strategic capabilities.Perform resource planning.Execute risk analysis.Personal Attributes:A team player with good interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities, communication skills.A self-motivator and a collaborative team player.Excellent time management skills and the ability to assume leadership roles when necessary.Agile, action oriented and a quick learner.Out of box thinker.Benefits at Sustainability Economics:A flat hierarchy.ESOPs.Group Medical Coverage.30 days of Leave.A gender-neutral parental, marriage, and compassionate leave policy.And above all, if you have a passion to work, join us in our pursuit for sustainability