Digital Strategy Assistant Manager - IT Project Manager

Job Description

About KPMG in India

KPMG entities in India are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada.

KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

Responsibilities

Key Skills

• 8+ years of total work experience with at least 6 years of proven experience in IT project management/ program management
• PMP or a Prince 2 or any other recognized project management certification
• Prior experience in Aviation sector in business/ IT role is required. Experience in aviation functions such as Commercial, Revenue Management, Network Planning, Aviation Sales is preferable but not necessary
• Strong communication skills, oral and written, in English
• Solution oriented mindset and an ability to work independently on identifying solutions and building relationships to achieve project objectives
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Understand project objectives, technical landscape and key stakeholders to influence project success effectively
• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements for projects.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align project objectives and deliverables
• Function as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including alliances, internal teams, and external vendors, fostering open communication, and maintaining positive relationships.
• Collaborate with human resources and department managers to assemble project teams with the necessary skills and expertise.
• Implement and enforce protocols, safety measures, and quality assurance processes as agreed upon to ensure that substation projects meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including senior management, project sponsors, and project team members.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address challenges that may impact project success.
• Proactively assess and manage project risks, making informed decisions to keep projects on track
• Ensure compliance with the organizations project management methodology and standards
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring that milestones and deadlines are met.
• Implement strategies to address schedule variances and keep projects on time
• Ensure maintaining of project documentation, including project plans, progress reports, and change orders.
• Build and sustain effective communications with other roles involved in the project.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering/IT/MBA preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  
  

Equal employment opportunity information

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