Program Manager

Constel Global; India; Remote; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Constel Global is seeking a Program / Project Manager with a strong foundation in core IT and extensive Microsoft technologies expertise, especially Azure and AI stack. The role focuses on end-to-end delivery across engineering and skilling initiatives within the Microsoft ecosystem.

You will own Azure/Microsoft-driven projects, serve as the primary interface for clients and partners, and manage multiple programs across AI, cloud, and enterprise solutions while aligning with delivery best

Qualifications

• Must have strong background in core IT / software engineering with hands-on experience.
• 36+ years in project / program management roles.
• Mandatory experience with Microsoft Technologies including Azure, Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and related Microsoft ecosystem.
• Proven client-facing and stakeholder management experience.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery models.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across engineering, QA, partners, and trainers.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of Azure / Microsoft technology-driven projects and training programs.
• Act as the primary interface for clients, partners and stakeholders in Microsoft-centric engagements.
• Manage multiple concurrent programs across AI, cloud, and enterprise Microsoft solutions.
• Drive planning, execution, governance, and delivery timelines.
• Work closely with engineering teams delivering Azure, AI, and Microsoft stack solutions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, partners, and trainers for program execution.
• Manage stakeholder communication, expectations, and escalations.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and proactively resolve issues.
• Drive reporting, dashboards, and delivery metrics (MIS, KPIs).
• Contribute to strengthening delivery frameworks aligned to Microsoft best practices.

Skills

SDLC / Agile / Scrum

Stakeholder management

Client-facing

Cross-functional teams

Multi-project delivery

Microsoft Azure

Azure AI / OpenAI

Power Platform familiarity

Microsoft Certifications

PMP / Prince2

CSM / PSM

Tools

Azure

Cognitive Services

Azure Data

Job description

Job Description:

Role: Program / Project Manager (Microsoft Technologies | Azure & AI Focus)

Experience: 812 years

Location: [Remote]

Company: Constel Global

Role Overview

We are looking for a Program / Project Manager with a strong foundation in core IT and mandatory experience in Microsoft technologies, especially Azure and Microsoft AI stack. This role sits at the intersection of technology delivery, client engagement, and Microsoft-led solution/program execution. You will drive end-to-end delivery across engineering and skilling initiatives, with a strong alignment to the Microsoft ecosystem.

What Youll Do

• Own end-to-end delivery of Azure / Microsoft technology-driven projects and training programs
• Act as the primary interface for clients, partners and stakeholders, especially in Microsoft-centric engagements
• Manage multiple concurrent programs across AI, cloud, and enterprise Microsoft solutions
• Drive planning, execution, governance, and delivery timelines
• Work closely with engineering teams delivering Azure, AI, and Microsoft stack solutions
• Coordinate with internal teams, partners, and trainers for program execution
• Manage stakeholder communication, expectations, and escalations
• Identify risks, dependencies, and proactively resolve issues
• Drive reporting, dashboards, and delivery metrics (MIS, KPIs)
• Contribute to strengthening delivery frameworks aligned to Microsoft best practices

Core Requirements (Must Have)

• Strong background in core IT / software engineering (hands-on experience preferred)
• 36+ years in Project / Program Management roles
• Mandatory experience with Microsoft Technologies, including:
  • Microsoft Azure (core services, architecture understanding)
  • Microsoft AI stack (Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, AI workloads)
  • Familiarity with Microsoft ecosystem (Power Platform, Azure Data, Security basics)
• Proven experience in client-facing roles and stakeholder management
• Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery models
• Experience managing cross-functional teams (engineering, QA, partners, trainers)
• Ability to handle multiple projects/programs simultaneously

Certifications (Strongly Preferred / Expected)

• Microsoft Certifications (highly preferred)
  • Azure Fundamentals / Administrator / Architect
  • Azure AI Engineer / Data Engineer (good advantage)
• PMP / Prince2
• Scrum certifications (CSM / PSM)

Leadership Growth Track

• Opportunity to lead Microsoft-focused training and enterprise programs
• Exposure to Azure, AI, Data, Security, and Power Platform ecosystems
• Ownership of multi-client, multi-program delivery over time

What Were Looking For

• Someone who understands Microsoft tech deeply enough to have meaningful conversations with clients and engineers
• Strong communicator who can handle clients, delivery teams, and leadership
• Structured thinker who brings clarity in ambiguity
• Not just a coordinator, someone who drives execution and outcomes
• Comfortable pushing back and managing expectations when needed

Nice to Have

• Experience in AI/ML, Cloud, Generative AI projects on Azure
• Exposure to enterprise skilling / training programs
• Background in IT services / consulting environments