Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: Hyderabad, IndiaEmployment Type: Full-Time; Salaried Compensation: Base Salary, Bonus, MedicalJob Description About Us

Innovapptive is a global leader for industrial connected worker solutions that brings front-line workers, back-office and assets together. The company uniquely unlocks all aspects of an enterprise's work management processes with its flagship patented no-code connected worker platform and integrated suite of apps that tightly integrate with enterprise ERP's, enterprise asset management (EAM) and asset performance management (APM) systems. The platform empowers operators, maintenance and warehouse teams to seamlessly collaborate and communicate to carry out work identification to work management workflows. Today, Innovapptive serves some of the world's largest asset intensive customers and helps them attract and retain the best talent with it's platform's end to end digital solutions to improve operational efficiencies, safety, compliance, asset uptime, and reliability. Innovapptive is headquartered in Houston, TX, with a Global Center of Excellence in Hyderabad, India and offices in Australia.

We are backed by Tiger Global Management, a Global Marquee Fund with over $30 Billion of Assets Under Management (AUM). Tiger Global Management has a reputation of investing and building some of the world's "Unicorn" brands such as Spotify, Netflix, Facebook, LinkedIn, Amazon, Peloton, Harry's, Ola, Flipkart, Freshworks and many more.

Recently in May 2023 Innovapptive raised a Series B investment led by Vista Equity Partners ("Vista"), a leading global investment firm focused exclusively on enterprise software, data and technology-enabled businesses. Existing investor Tiger Global Management also participated in the round. Vista is a leading global investment firm with more than $96 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2022. The firm exclusively invests in enterprise software, data and technology-enabled organizations across private equity, permanent capital, credit and public equity strategies, bringing an approach that prioritizes creating enduring market value for the benefit of its global ecosystem of investors, companies, customers and employees.

 The Role

The Project Manager (PM) at Innovapptive plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of digital transformation programs built on Innovapptive's Connected Worker Platform. This role manages end-to-end implementation of solutions like mWorkOrder, mRounds, and Value 360 for global clients in asset-intensive industries such as Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Manufacturing, and Utilities.

The Project Manager drives scope, schedule, cost, quality, and value realization, partnering closely with customers, internal delivery teams, and cross-functional leaders to ensure measurable outcomes in safety, reliability, and productivity.

1. Project Planning & Delivery ManagementLead project initiation, planning, execution, and closure across multiple enterprise SaaS implementation projects.Develop detailed project plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), and delivery schedules aligned to Innovapptive's Value 360 methodology (Discover → Design → Deploy → Govern).Track milestones, deliverables, and dependencies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.Manage changes in project scope, schedule, and resources through a structured change control process.Facilitate agile sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups for delivery tea2. Customer & Stakeholder ManagementAct as the primary point of contact for client program leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders.Build strong executive relationships and manage expectations through proactive communication and transparency.Conduct regular SteerCo and governance meetings, presenting progress, risks, and value metrics.Drive customer satisfaction and adoption, ensuring that project outcomes align with business value drivers (e.g., backlog reduction, wrench time, downtime, reliability improvements).3. Team Leadership & CollaborationLead cross-functional delivery teams including Solution Architects, Functional Consultants, Technical Engineers, and Value Coaches.Coordinate between onshore and offshore resources to ensure seamless delivery.Provide direction, remove roadblocks, and maintain delivery velocity across all workstreams.Mentor junior project leads on delivery excellence, communication, and governance best practices.4. Financial & Contract ManagementManage project budgets, forecasts, and billing milestones to ensure revenue recognition compliance.Track and report Professional Services utilization, profitability, and margin performance.Collaborate with the PMO and Finance teams on forecasting, invoicing, and SOW adherence.Identify opportunities for upsell and expansion in collaboration with Account Managers and Solution Architects.
 5. Risk, Quality, and Value GovernanceIdentify, analyze, and mitigate project risks proactively.Ensure adherence to Innovapptive's delivery standards, templates, and Value 360 playbook.Oversee testing, UAT, and go-live readiness activities to ensure a smooth transition to support.Track business impact metrics post-deployment (e.g., reliability KPIs, safety metrics, schedule compliance).
 What You Bring to The Team
Technical & Functional7–10 years of experience in project management of SaaS, ERP, or EAM implementations (preferably in Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, or Utilities).Strong understanding of EAM and maintenance processes (Work Management, Planning & Scheduling, Reliability, Inspections).Experience managing projects integrated with systems like SAP PM, IBM Maximo.Familiarity with cloud delivery models, mobile solutions, and integration frameworks (REST APIs, middleware).Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or Asana.
 Project & Delivery ManagementProven success in managing multi-million-dollar, multi-phase SaaS or digital transformation programs.Deep understanding of agile and hybrid delivery models.Strong command of project financials — budget management, revenue forecasting, and profitability tracking.Experience in Value-based delivery — driving measurable improvements in KPIs like MTTR, backlog, and schedule compliance.Leadership & CommunicationExceptional stakeholder management and executive presentation skills.Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.High emotional intelligence and customer-centric mindset.Education & CertificationsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or equivalent.Project Management certification preferred:
PMP / PRINCE2
Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP / SAFe)
ITIL or equivalent (a plus for EAM/maintenance environments).Why Join Innovapptive?Be part of a global leader in Connected Worker technologyLead impactful digital transformation initiatives with Fortune 500 companiesThrive in a high-growth, customer-centric environmentCompetitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear career growth opportunities

What We Offer

A positive, open, and highly-innovative environment and teamEntrepreneurial spirit with unlimited opportunity to growOpportunity to work with leading global brands on exciting and impactful projectsCompetitive Base PayBest of plan on Vacation & Paid Time Off.Provision of Medical Insurance for family - self, dependent, spouse, dependent children, parents/parent-in-lawsPaid Maternity and Paternity leaveBi-annual reviews to ensure transparency and promoting high performance cultureOKR Driven Performance Development EnvironmentLearning & Development - access to wide range of e-Learning courses (technical, Product, Process, etc.,)A host of Interest Groups/Clubs for Book Reading, ToastMaster's, Sports - Cricket, Volleyball, Throw-ball, Badminton, TT, Music

Innovapptive does not accept and will not review unsolicited resumes from search firms.

Innovapptive is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, political affiliation, marital or partnership status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, genetic disorder, genetic predisposition, carrier status, military status, familial status, or domestic violence victim status and any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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