Project Manager

Quantela Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Mumbai seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead the implementation of Direct Benefit Transfer initiatives. The role involves planning and executing these programs, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with government and security protocols. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years in project management, especially in IT or public sector projects. A PMP/PRINCE2 certification is preferred. This position is vital for enhancing e-Governance frameworks.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience managing large-scale IT/e-Governance/Public Sector projects.
• Proven experience in project management in Government or mission-mode projects.
• Deep understanding of G2C, G2B, G2G service models.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and implementation of DBT projects across government schemes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders including NIC, NPCI, and banks.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and risks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Documentation

Communication

Education

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

About Quantela

We are a technology company that offers outcomes business models. We empower our customers with the right digital infrastructure to deliver greater economic, social, and environmental outcomes for their constituents.

When the company was founded in 2015, we specialized in smart cities technology alone. Today, working with cities and towns, utilities, and public venues, our team of 280+ experts offers a vast array of outcomes business models through technologies like digital advertising, smart lighting, smart traffic, and digitized citizen services.

We pride ourselves on our agility, innovation, and passion to use technology for a higher purpose. Unlike other technology companies, we tailor our offerings (what we can digitize) and the business model (how we partner with our customers to deliver that digitization) to drive measurable impact where our customers need it most.

Over the last several months alone, we have served customers to deliver outcomes like increased medical response times to save lives, reduced traffic congestion to keep cities moving, and created new revenue streams to tackle societal issues like homelessness.

We are headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts in the United States with offices across Europe and Asia.

The company has been recognized with the World Economic Forum’s ‘Technology Pioneers’ award in 2019 and CRN’s IoT Innovation Award in 2020.

For the latest news and updates, please visit us at www.quantela.com

Overview of the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the implementation and management of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) initiatives under e-Governance programs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and monitoring DBT systems across departments, ensuring timely, transparent, and secure delivery of subsidies and benefits to citizens.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and implementation of DBT projects across multiple government schemes and departments.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including department officials, NIC, NPCI, PFMS, banks, Aadhaar ecosystem (UIDAI), and service providers.
• Monitor scheme onboarding, data digitization, and automation of beneficiary validation processes.
• Implement data security protocols, Aadhaar usage guidelines, and consent-based data sharing as per MeitY/UIDAI norms.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with department goals and Digital India standards.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and risks using standard project management tools (MS Project, etc.).
• Manage change requests, contract compliance, and stakeholder expectations. Ensure proper documentation: project plan, risk register, SoPs, change requests, and audit trails.
• Ensure adherence to government IT guidelines, security protocols, and data privacy policies.
• Guide the Business Analyst and development team in aligning functional and technical requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation – Project Charter, Risk Register, Communication Plan, and Audit Trails.
• Plan for capacity building, training programs, and operational handover to government teams.

Desired Skills/Background

• 15 years of experience managing large-scale IT/e-Governance/Public Sector projects.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in Government, PSU, or mission-mode projects (MMPs).
• Deep understanding of G2C, G2B, G2G service models and digital transformation frameworks.
• Familiarity with SDLC, Agile/Waterfall models, and e-Governance architecture frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, documentation, and communication skills.
• PMP/PRINCE2 certification or equivalent will be an added advantage.