Technical -

• PMP or Prince 2 Certification or equivalent project management qualification
• Domain Knowledge - GSM/ CDMA Protocol level knowledge is a MUST
• Expert Project Management skills including: estimating, scope management, budgetmanagement, time management, risk management, change management, issue/conflict resolution, communication management, quality management, testing plans, training plans, team management
• Skills and knowledge acquired through participation in the delivery of data integration initiatives in each of the following areas: change management, release management, configuration management, systems integration, systems development life cycle methodologies, quality assurance and testing, requirements gathering, and systems analysis and design
• Experienced in handling solution, integration and testing related discussions
• Knowledge of various system interfaces and commissioning activities
• Use of project management tools like MS Project or equivalent
• Sound documentation and presentation skills using Microsoft Office

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible to manage multiple projects and ensure time bound delivery and quality as expected by customer
• Build Project plans including work break down structure, scheduling, resourcing, product availability, remote installation, pre-requisites etc.
• Provide the point of contact for resolution of project related issues
• Conduct project kickoffs and regular project status meetings
• Act as the primary interface point into broader technical teams to ensure the full breadth and depth of the organization is leveraged for the customer's success
• Provide overall project leadership and direct project teams in the delivery of high-quality products within committed timeframes and budgets
• Ensure complete understanding of the project estimates and project scope in order to lead the team to deliver within the boundaries of the given estimates and assumptions
• Communicate overall project status to the customer
• Baseline and track project plans
• Identify and mitigate risks and critical path items
• Work with customer for pre-requisites, tracking of the project and change requests
• Liaise with customer and internal teams to resolve any issues related to project execution.
• Manage escalations and prioritization
• Closely work with Technical Delivery Manager/System Architect for internal execution activities
• Ensure logistics and paperwork is in place for the requisite projects for a delivery
• Prepare and publish weekly and monthly project status report to all stakeholders.
• Prepare and publish project closure report at the end of the project
• Travel to customer locations or offices, as required

Non-Technical

• 10+ years project delivery experience managing large or complex data integration projects as a Project Manager, Technical Lead, Lead Developer, or Lead Business Analyst
• history and track record of completing quality projects on time, as well as a proven track record coaching and mentoring others to success
• Self-sufficiency in problem solving and knowledge acquisition from resources throughout the company
• Must possess combination of technical depth, written/verbal communication, project management, and client management skills
• Experience in managing system integration projects with large telecom operators Experience with multi-party co-ordination.
• Excellent written & verbal communication
• Analytical skills and attitude for problem solving
• Project Management skills
• Good Interpersonal and team building skills
• Time Management. Ability to handle pressure and providing timely delivery
• Ability to multi-task efficiently

Work Experience

• 8+ years of experience in project management