Associate Project Manager

9018 AccentureSolutionsPvtLtd. Company; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an experienced Associate Project Manager to lead complex technology projects from initiation to closure in Kochi. The candidate should have 8–10 years of experience, a proven track record delivering on time and within budget, and strong leadership to coordinate cross-functional teams.

Must-have skills include budgeting, cost control, and Scrum; exposure to AWS or cloud platforms is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have budgeting, cost control and Scrum expertise.
• Graduate degree required; strong IT project background preferred.
• Experience leading large IT projects with cross-functional teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for project delivery: on budget, on time, and to quality standards.
• Coordinate and control project activities, aligning with objectives and adjusting as needed.
• Act as primary contact to manage stakeholder expectations and relationships.
• Establish an effective project team structure and address issues impacting performance.
• Manage project budgets, resources, and risks to ensure successful delivery.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost Control

Scrum

Education

Graduation

Tools

JIRA

MS Project

AWS

Job description

Job Title – Associate Project Manager, ACS Song Management Level: Level 8, Associate Manager Location: Kochi

Must have skills: Budgeting, Cost Control, Scrum

Good to have skills: AWS/Cloud Platforms

Experience: 8 -10 years of experience is required

Educational Qualification: Graduation (Accurate educational details should capture)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Associate Project Managers to lead complex technology projects across diverse domains. The ideal candidate will have more than 8 years of experience in managing full project lifecycles, delivering high-impact solutions, and driving cross-functional teams toward successful outcomes. This role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, consultative approach and deep understanding of IT systems and methodologies.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for project delivery: Guarantees the successful completion of projects, delivering on budget, on time, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Coordinate and control project activities, aligning them with agreed objectives and adjusting as necessary to ensure goals are met.
• Acts as the point of contact in managing stakeholder expectations and maintaining relationships.
• Establish an effective project team structure, fostering a productive environment and addressing any issues impacting team performance.
• Assure deliverable quality and manage risks, while efficiently handling project resources and budget.

Professional and Technical Skills

• Proven ability to lead large-scale IT projects from initiation to closure.
• Skilled in engaging with clients, vendors, and internal teams to align expectations and deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for reporting, presentations, and team coordination.
• Expertise in identifying risks, managing scope changes, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and manage cross-functional teams across geographies.
• Experience in managing project budgets, resource planning, and cost optimization.
• Strong command of both traditional and modern project management frameworks.
• Proficiency in JIRA, MS Project, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of development, testing, deployment, and maintenance phases.
• Knowledge of automation pipelines, version control, and deployment strategies.
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud platforms.
• Basic understanding of data architectures, reporting tools, and KPIs.

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