Technical Project Manager

Synechron; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron, a global technology consulting firm, is hiring a Technical Project Manager – Infrastructure in Chennai to lead large-scale infrastructure delivery for Banking and FinTech domains.

The role requires 8+ years of PM experience, strong governance and stakeholder management, plus hands-on knowledge of Data Centers, Networks, Security, Cloud, Storage, and Disaster Recovery. You will coordinate cross-functional and geographically distributed teams and provide executive reporting.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of PM experience with infrastructure delivery.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale infra programs across data centers, networks, security, cloud and DR.
• Strong governance, stakeholder management and executive communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end infrastructure project delivery from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and governance models.
• Monitor milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and change requests.
• Maintain RAID logs, status reports, and governance dashboards.
• Ensure timely escalation and resolution of risks and delivery challenges.
• Drive governance, readiness, change management and post-implementation reviews.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Budget & Forecasting

RAID Management

Vendor Management

Executive Reporting

Leadership

Communication

ITIL

Multiple Projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/CS

PMP/PRINCE2/Agile certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

ServiceNow

Clarity PPM

SharePoint

Confluence

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

We have opportunity for Technical Project Manager – Infrastructure

Job Role: Technical Project Manager – Infrastructure

Experience- 8+ years

Notice: Immediate joiner to 15 days.

About Synechron:

Synechron is a global technology consulting firm that helps leading organizations accelerate digital transformation through innovation, expertise, and agility. With more than 16,500 professionals across around 60 offices in over 20 countries, we combine deep industry knowledge with advanced capabilities in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data engineering.

Our regional teams, supported by strategic delivery centers, provide scalable, cost-efficient solutions tailored to local markets. Through our award-winning Synechron FinLabs accelerators and strategic partnerships with AWS, Microsoft, Databricks, Salesforce, and ServiceNow, we enable clients to innovate fast and lead with confidence. For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community.

Technical Project Manager – Infrastructure

Experience: 8+ Years

Domain: Infrastructure | Banking | FinTech

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager with strong expertise in IT Infrastructure Delivery to lead and manage large-scale infrastructure transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of delivering complex projects involving Data Centers, Networks, Security, Cloud, Servers, Storage, Backup, Disaster Recovery, and Enterprise Infrastructure Platforms.

The role requires strong project governance, stakeholder management, financial oversight, executive reporting, and leadership skills to drive successful project outcomes across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Program Management

• Manage end-to-end infrastructure project delivery from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and governance models.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and change requests.
• Maintain project plans, RAID logs, status reports, implementation schedules, and governance dashboards.
• Ensure timely escalation and resolution of project risks and delivery challenges.
• Drive project governance, implementation readiness, change management, and post-implementation reviews.

Infrastructure Delivery

• Lead projects involving: Data Center migration and consolidation Server, Virtualization, and Compute Platforms Storage and Backup Solutions Network Infrastructure and Connectivity Firewall and Security Implementations Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Transformations Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Hardware Refresh and Infrastructure Modernization MPLS, WAN, SD-WAN, and Telco Connectivity Projects
• Coordinate infrastructure readiness across Architecture, Security, Network, Database, Application, Operations, and Vendor teams.
• Ensure successful cutover planning, rollback strategy, operational handover, and transition to support teams.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Business, Technology, Architecture, Security, Operations, PMO, Vendors, and Leadership teams.
• Facilitate governance meetings, steering committees, project reviews, and executive forums.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project priorities, risks, and dependencies effectively.
• Coordinate delivery across regional and global teams operating within matrix organizations.

Reporting & Executive Communication

• Prepare project dashboards, governance packs, executive presentations, and leadership updates.
• Present project health, risks, budgets, milestones, and key decisions to senior management.
• Translate technical challenges into clear business-focused communication.
• Maintain meeting minutes, action trackers, and portfolio-level reporting.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, resource allocations, and financial tracking.
• Coordinate procurement activities, vendor deliverables, contracts, Statements of Work (SOW), and milestones.
• Support business case creation, funding approvals, and commercial governance.
• Track vendor performance and ensure adherence to delivery commitments.

Required Skills & Expertise

Infrastructure Technologies

• Data Center Migration & Consolidation
• Storage & Backup Solutions
• Network Infrastructure & Connectivity
• Firewall & Security Technologies
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning
• Enterprise Infrastructure Operations

Project Management

• Project Planning & Scheduling
• RAID Management
• Budget & Financial Tracking
• Governance & Change Control
• Resource Planning & Capacity Management

Tools & Platforms

• Microsoft Project
• Jira
• ServiceNow
• Clarity PPM
• SharePoint
• Confluence
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

Service Management

• ITIL Framework
• Change Management
• Service Transition
• Operational Readiness
• Incident & Problem Management Awareness

Experience & Qualifications

• 8+ years of Project Management experience with significant Infrastructure Delivery exposure.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure projects and programs.
• Strong understanding of Data Centers, Networks, Security, Cloud, Servers, Storage, and Backup technologies.
• Experience in Banking, Payments, Financial Services, or large enterprise environments preferred.
• PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent Project Management certification preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Strong leadership and ownership mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Effective communication and executive presentation capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with senior leadership and global delivery teams.
• Highly organized, self-driven, collaborative, and results-oriented.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Payments & FinTech
• Global Capability Centers (GCCs)

Work Location: Chennai (5 Days Work from Office)