Project Manager

Esds Software Solutions; Kolkata District, Nashik District, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Esds Software Solutions in Kolkata is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time delivery.

The role requires PMP/PMI, 4+ years, strong communication, risk management, and the ability to optimize budgets and processes while maintaining customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Masters or equivalent in management/engineering/related field.
• PMP certification desirable.
• 4+ years of project management experience managing complex projects.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team motivation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Organizational and time-management excellence.
• Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Hybrid, Waterfall methodologies.
• Ability to identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Experience in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience across diverse industries is a plus.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Strong Excel proficiency and ability to manage customer accounts commercially.
• Good at documentation and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle from planning to closure.
• Develop project plans, schedules and budgets aligned with goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define scope and deliverables.
• Assign roles and ensure accountability among team and stakeholders.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor progress, track KPIs and adjust plans to meet milestones.
• Provide regular status updates on risks and issues.
• Identify opportunities for cross-sell and upsell.
• Lead project meetings and stakeholder presentations.
• Manage resources to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Monitor billing vs deployed components and raise diversions.
• Engage with customer's business owners to understand tech needs.
• Ensure adherence to PM best practices and methodologies.
• Foster collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior PM staff and support their development.
• Prepare and present project reports to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Documentation

Excel

Education

M.E / M.Tech / MBA / MCA

PMP certification

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Establish clear roles and responsibilities for team members and stakeholders, and ensure accountability throughout the project.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project risks and issues.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and adjust plans as necessary to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Generate opportunities for cross-sell/upsell.
• Lead project meetings, including kick-off meetings, status meetings, and stakeholder presentations.
• Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Keep a close eye on the billing v/s deployed components and highlight diversions, if any.
• Keep in touch with the customers business owners and decision makers to understand their technology needs and upsell / cross-sell where possible.
• Ensure compliance with project management best practices, standards, and methodologies.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting teamwork, creativity, and innovation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
• Mentor and coach junior project management staff, providing guidance and support to facilitate their professional growth and development.
• Prepare and present project reports, including status reports, budget updates, and post-project evaluations, to senior management and stakeholders.

Desired Skills

• Masters degree in project management, business administration, engineering, or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification highly desirable.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management, with a demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex projects.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, Hybrid, Waterfall, etc.
• Proven ability to identify project risks and develop effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience managing projects in diverse industries or sectors is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of project management.
• Must be well versed with excel and capable to maintain customer accounts from commercial perspective.
• Should be good at documentation and record keeping.

Qualifications

• 1. M.E / M.Tech / MBA/ MCA
• 2. Certificates - PMP
• 3. Fluent in English/Hindi/Marathi