Experience: Minimum 12 Years
Work Location: Client office in Delhi
We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager/Lead with at least 12 years of experience to lead the Data Analytics team responsible for delivering interactive and real-time dashboards for critical business projects. The Project Manager/Lead will oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring that dashboards are developed and implemented efficiently, within budget, and aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in data analytics, business intelligence, and project management, as well as the ability to lead cross‑functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive data-driven decision-making. This role requires leadership skills, technical acumen, and a strategic mindset to guide the team in delivering high-quality dashboards that support business insights and performance improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning and Strategy
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and budgets, for the successful implementation of data analytics dashboards.
- Define project objectives, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Align project goals with broader business strategies, ensuring that the dashboard solutions meet organizational needs and support data-driven decision-making.
- Leadership and Team Management
- Lead a cross‑functional team of data analysts, data engineers, Power BI developers, business analysts, and other team members to deliver high‑quality dashboard solutions.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Manage workload distribution, ensuring the team meets deadlines and quality standards while maintaining a high level of employee engagement and motivation.
- Stakeholder Communication and Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact between stakeholders (Ministry/Department) and the project team, ensuring that project requirements are clearly communicated and understood.
- Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, risks, and any changes to the project scope or timeline.
- Facilitate discussions between technical teams and business users to ensure alignment and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Project Execution and Monitoring
- Oversee the entire project execution process, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Monitor project milestones and KPIs to track progress and performance, adjusting project plans and resources as necessary to stay on track.
- Conduct regular project status meetings, reviewing progress, addressing challenges, and ensuring that any issues are promptly escalated and resolved.
- Risk Management and Issue Resolution
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies to minimize potential disruptions to project timelines or outcomes.
- Proactively resolve issues or roadblocks that may arise during the project lifecycle, ensuring minimal impact on project delivery.
- Implement contingency plans as needed to address unforeseen challenges or changes in project scope.
- Budget and Resource Management
- Manage project budgets, ensuring that all resources (human, technical, and financial) are utilized effectively to achieve project goals.
- Track and report on project expenses, identifying areas where cost optimization can be achieved.
- Negotiate with vendors, contractors, and external partners when necessary to ensure cost-effective procurement of tools, technologies, and services.
- Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
- Ensure that all project deliverables meet the organization’s quality standards and are aligned with the expectations of stakeholders.
- Conduct post-project evaluations, gathering feedback from stakeholders and team members to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.
- Continuously improve project management processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency and outcomes in future projects.
- Change Management and Training
- Lead change management initiatives related to the implementation of new dashboards or analytics tools, ensuring a smooth transition for stakeholders and end‑users.
- Develop and execute training programs to help business users and other stakeholders understand and effectively use the dashboards for decision‑making.
- Ensure that project documentation is comprehensive and up‑to‑date, providing a clear knowledge base for future projects and ongoing dashboard maintenance.
- Innovation and Thought Leadership
- Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in data analytics, business intelligence, and dashboarding technologies.
- Promote innovative solutions within the team to continuously enhance the value delivered by the dashboards and improve business insights.
- Serve as a thought leader within the organization, providing strategic recommendations on how data analytics can further support business goals.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- A Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
- Experience: At least 12 years of experience in project management, with a focus on data analytics, business intelligence, and dashboard development.
- Project Management Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2, or other relevant certifications are highly desirable.