EXL—Project Manager

Job description

Description: Role Overview Manage end-to-end delivery of digital transformation projects across Agile/Waterfall environments, ensuring predictable execution, governance, and stakeholder alignment in a client-facing setup. Key Responsibilities - Lead 2–3 concurrent projects from initiation to deployment with ownership of scope, cost, schedule, and quality. - Drive Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and Waterfall delivery models in hybrid execution setups. - Prepare and manage project plans, RAID logs, status reporting, and governance artefacts. - Ensure effective stakeholder communication (client + internal). - Manage cross-functional teams for timely delivery. - Track financials, resource utilisation, and delivery metrics. - Contribute to continuous improvement and process standardisation. - Operate in high-pressure environments with strong execution discipline. Requirements: Technical & Functional Skills - Agile, Scrum, SAFe, and Waterfall delivery models. - Experience in digital transformation programs (AI, automation, cloud, low-code). - Project tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project. - Understanding of GenAI / Automation workflows / SDLC governance. Preferred (Critical Differentiator) - Technical Project Manager exposure on Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, AI Builder, Copilot). - Experience managing minimum 2–3 Power Platform projects. - Exposure to consulting / client advisory roles. Eligibility - 8–12 years of experience in project delivery. - PMP (PMI) preferred | SAFe Agile mandatory. - Proven experience managing 2+ projects in parallel. Responsibilities: Formulate and monitor inter-connected projects. Develop and implement program strategies. Coordinate cross-project activities. Lead and evaluate project managers and staff. Manage budgets and deadlines. Apply risk and resource management. Monitor program performance. Communicate with stakeholders. Resolve program-related issues.