Technical Project Manager - Chennai - Merit @ Merit Software

Role:

• Project Manager will be working close to the Merit Management Team.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Develop detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Get involved on client calls and briefings, understand the requirements from the Clients / Operations team and help in designing software solutions.
• Give time lines for projects and prepare cost estimation.
• Conduct regular meetings with team leaders and follow up on project status.
• Envisage any blocks and delay in project delivery to be acted with responsibility.
• Co-ordinate with HR on recruitment and sourcing of candidates.

Experience:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in managing multiple software projects
• Advantage if handled multiple teams on different technologies of software development
• Solid technical background with understanding and hands-on experience in software development and web technologies.

Required Skills:

• Proven work experience in project management in the information technology sector
• Excellent client facing and internal communication skills

• Proven track record of leading teams and delivering quality software solutions
• Ability to motivate team and individuals
• Good communication (Verbal & Email)
• Interpersonal, communication and presentation skills is compulsory

Performance Management

• Set SMART goals for teams based on client SLAs.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Ensure timely completion of monthly project reviews and quarterly client reviews.
• Act as an escalation point for any disagreements or disputes.
• Identify areas of improvement within the team and come up with corrective and preventive action.

Reporting

• Design reports if necessary to report accurate project progress
• Report to management on a weekly basis on the project status, staffing and upcoming requirements.
• Report and escalate to management when needed
• Responsible for designing and maintaining accurate internal and external reports.