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Position Summary
The Digital Project Management Office (PMO) is a robust project solutions support team with the goals of implementing the Digital standardized project management methodology across all departments to ensure consistent quality and efficiency in project delivery, with a focus on proactive risk management and optimal resource allocation to align projects with strategic business goals. This remote team consists of US and India-based team members, and our team is eager to grow our talented team in India.
The purpose of the India-based PMO team is to support Huron’s Digital (India and US) businesses with standardized project management and ensure consistent quality of project delivery.
The Project Manager at a Consulting Manager level will oversee and manage the planning, execution, and closing of various projects within the organization. This role requires excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure project success
Responsibilities
A successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive support and management to our projects and programs ensuring seamless project delivery and client satisfaction.
- Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of projects including planning, execution, monitoring, & closure.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure adherence to project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Adherence to Project and Organization Processes.
- Ensure the timely, high-quality, and cost-effective delivery of projects
- Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
Position Requirements
- Good understanding in PMP concepts and able to apply during project execution
- Have delivered at least 2 end to end projects in project management capacity.
- Identify areas of improvement and work with delivery team to improve.
- Good experience in managing and implementing organization Quality assurance process across the Organization.
- Prior team management experience, experience managing people (mentoring, delegating, reviewing work, and coaching staff).
- Experience in detail Project review and Project compliance audit.
- Able to understand the business requirements and define WBS accordingly.
- Have knowledge and working experience with Project management, Agile, Risk management etc.
- Desired Project management experience with SF or WD implementation in PM role.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills.
- An ability to think creatively and apply strong problem-solving skills, driving issues to resolution.
- Experience in handling PMO activities for an account or a client.
- Sound understanding of different aspects of PMO like project management practices, agile project delivery, client coordination, co-ordination with support groups like resourcing, Human resources, talent acquisition, etc.
- Experience in capturing reporting requirements from senior management and developing automated or manual reports.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.
Technical Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs), and Background
· Proficient in project management methodology, Agile.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to analyze data and generate insightful reports.
· Adept at stakeholder management and conflict resolution.
· Knowledge of Project financials, Schedule, Scope, Risk, Delivery management.
· Experience with Project Management tools (SharePoint, Smartsheet).
· Experience in Salesforce, Workday - HCM or Financials is highly preferred.
Education Background
- BE/BTECH/MBA in business administration, Project Management, or a related field.
- 8 years or more hands on experience in IT Consulting & Services
- 5-6 years of experience in Project Management
- Foundational certificate in Workday - HCM or Financials preferred
- Professional certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2), CSM is highly desirable.
- Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MS in Project Management) are a plus.
Posting CategoryGeneralist
Opportunity TypeRegular
CountryIndia
