Jr. Project Manager

Position: Jr. Project Manager

Current Openings: 2

Experience Level: 2-4 Years

Job Location: Pune (Work from office)

Work Days: Monday – Friday

Work Timings: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM

Salary: As per Industry Standards

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• Master's degree in business administration
• Specialization in Computers, MCA (master's in computer applications), or M.Sc. in any specialization related to computers

Role Overview:

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and delivery projects from initiation to completion. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, instructional designers, content developers, graphic designers, and subject matter experts to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet quality standards. Previous experience in e-learning and LMS is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Taking ownership of projects from inception to completion, ensuring full involvement throughout the entire software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Generate necessary documentation and reports for management, summarizing project progress and outcomes.
• Organize project meetings and facilitate decision-making processes among team members.
• Engaging with clients to understand their needs, offer solutions, and address inquiries.
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor progress and ensure adherence to timelines and budget.
• Overseeing multiple projects simultaneously to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with Resource Management Teams to allocate resources efficiently and participate in the hiring process when necessary.
• Provide project-specific training as needed to ensure team members are equipped with necessary skills and knowledge.
• Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive risk management strategies.
• Ensuring project completion according to client and industry standards.
• Documenting root causes of issues from completed projects, analyzing them for further investigation, and sharing best practices with the project management team. Continuously improving project management methodologies based on past experiences.
• Assisting in closing new business opportunities by participating in client meetings.
• Delegating tasks to junior team members for their development and growth.
• Participating in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Certifications:

• Six Sigma Certification & Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or comparable project management certification
• Good to have Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and clients.
• Proficiency in business applications such as Azure, Microsoft Office, and project tracking/reporting tools.
• Familiarity with security fundamentals and core IT infrastructure.
• Project planning and execution expertise, including scope definition, resource allocation, and schedule creation.
• Agile methodology proficiency, including serving as a Scrum Master and implementing Agile frameworks effectively.
• Product discovery skills to translate insights into actionable requirements.
• Understanding of traditional project management methodologies like Agile & Waterfall for specific situations.
• Risk management capabilities, including identifying risks, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring progress.
• Effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders, project teams, and clients.
• Reporting and analysis skills to track project progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Solid understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.

Interview Process:

• Initial Screening
• Technical Round
• HR Round