Project Manager Management
Resume:
MANISH GAJARE
Project Manager PMO
South Quincy, Massachusetts, United States
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www.linkedin.com/in/mgajare
SUMMARY
* 8 years of experience as a Project Manager in a PMO setting, successfully delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance with PMO standards.
* Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices. well-versed in M&A with financial acumen and experience in strategic planning, project management, relationship development and decision-making.
* Proficient in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of effectively engaging and collaborating with stakeholders managing expectation at all levels.
* Skilled in risk management, change management, and problem-solving to overcome project challenges.
* Experienced in leading and developing high-performing project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
* Proficient in using project management software and tools to streamline project workflows and enhance team productivity.
* Dedicated and detail-oriented professional, committed to achieving project success through meticulous planning and execution.
WORK EXPERIENCE
August 2020-Current
Project Manager PMO
Niveus
Pune City, India
Develop key project goals and worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve them in a timely and effective manner.
Collaborated with key business unit leaders to identify compliance risks, define key control activities, and manage enforcement of control activities. Successfully managed a portfolio of diverse projects across geographical, ensuring project delivery within schedule, budget, and quality parameters.
Developed and implemented PMO processes, methodologies, and governance frameworks tailored to regulatory requirements and organizational objectives. Led cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and optimizing resource allocation to achieve project objectives.
Collaborated with European stakeholders, including clients, partners, and regulatory authorities, to ensure compliance and drive successful project outcomes.
August 2017-July 2020
Project Manager
Unisoft Systems
India
India
Assisted in project planning activities, including resource allocation, scheduling, and risk assessment. Monitored project progress, identified potential issues, and implemented corrective actions. Collaborated with team members to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle and adapted a coaching influencing style while working with team to improve their performance, resulting in a 25% increase in productivity. Successfully coached/guided three Migrated development projects through transition from waterfall to Agile Scrum development methodology
Successfully managed projects of the UK, ensuring project delivery within schedule, budget, and quality parameters.
Led cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and optimizing resource allocation to achieve project objectives.
Developed project plans, established project milestones, and monitored project progress. Effectively communicated project updates, risks, and issues to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and timely decision- making.
Prepared project status reports and provided regular updates to project stakeholders. September 2003-July 2017
Project Manager
iGate Global Solutions USA Europe
India
India
Managed complex projects within European markets, including project planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
Managed complex IT Applications modernization, product development, system integration projects. Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives, adhering to European regulatory standards and managed client expectations.
Conducted regular status meetings, providing comprehensive project updates to European clients, senior management, and project stakeholders.
Successfully delivered projects within budget and timeline constraints while maintaining high-quality standards
Facilitated project kick-off meetings, project objectives, and defined project scopes and deliverables aligned with European standards.
Prepared and present project status reports and executive-level updates to stakeholders, including European clients, partners, and regulatory bodies. EDUCATION
2013-2015
MBA
Eminent Institute of technology and management
Pune City, India
MBA - Operation Management (11/2013 - 06/15)
• Operation Management
-1998
Bachelor Degree
University of Pune
Pune City, India
Bachelor Degree - B. Tech in Computer Science from Eng. University of Pune (8/1998)
• Computer Science
-1992
Diploma in Systems Management in Computer
Computek Institute
United States
Diploma in Systems Management in Computer from Computek, Institute (10/92)
• Computer
SKILLS
Budgeting Resource Management Maintain Compliance Regulatory Requirements Project Planning Agile Programming Methodologies Coaching Corrective Action Communication Skills Project Lifecycle Risk Analysis Scrum Project Management and Software Development Product Development Risk Management System Integration (SI) Computer Science Systems Administration/Management Microsoft .NET AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML) Analysis Skills Microsoft ASP.NET (Active Server Page) Business Intelligence Microsoft C# (C Sharp) Change Management Team Player Detail Oriented DevOps Financial Management Internal Audit Interpersonal Skills ISTQB Foundation Java Mergers and Acquisitions Project/Program Management Mobile Applications Microsoft Project Microsoft SQL Server Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) Calendar Management Microsoft PowerPoint Problem Solving Skills Process Improvement Project Management Software Quality Assurance Quality Metrics Requirements Management Protective Services Microsoft SharePoint Software Testing Strategic Planning Team Lead/Manager Testing Microsoft Visio Microsoft Visual Studio Microsoft Word XML (EXtensible Markup Language) Cross-Functional Project Development Project Schedule Set Goals Time Management Regulations Status Reports Performance Management Productivity Management Identify Issues Project Tracking Project/Program Coordination Sales Management Budget Management Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS) Quality Management Multitasking Leadership Best Practices Regulatory Compliance
CERTIFICATIONS
PMP
HONORS & AWARDS
Awards and achievement
Received Individual and Team Performance Awards during 2003 - 2007 Best Performance Award and Team Award 2011 to 2015 Letter of Appreciation 2003 - 2007, 2012
Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills LANGUAGES
English - Intermediate
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