Jr. Project Manager

Experience: 5 to 8 Years

Location: Bangalore

Long Term Contract

Payroll: Aceline Tech Solutions

What you'll do

As a PMO Project Planner, you will play a key role in the successful planning, execution, and monitoring of projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all project activities are aligned with organizational goals, delivered on time, and within scope and budget. Your primary responsibility will be the development and management of project schedules and resource allocation, using industry-standard project management tools such as Oracle Primavera P6, Microsoft Project Planner, Think Cell, Power BI, and Jira Software.

Reporting to the Manager of Process Engineering Programmes, you will be responsible for:

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Planner, ensuring that all project milestones, dependencies, and deadlines are captured accurately.
• Monitor and track project progress, proactively identifying risks or delays and taking corrective action to keep projects on track.
• Generate detailed reports and dashboards using Power BI and Think Cell to provide stakeholders with timely insights on project performance, resource utilization, and progress.
• Use Jira Software to track and manage project tasks, ensuring timely completion and resolution of project-related issues.

What youll bring

• Excellent working knowledge as a Project Planner, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proven experience using Oracle Primavera P6 for project scheduling and management.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Planner for task management and coordination.
• Proficiency in Think Cell for the creation of reports and presentations.
• Strong data analysis skills using Power BI for project reporting and dashboard creation.
• Experience with Jira Software for task tracking and Agile project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Oversight and Governance

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• Establishing project management standards, processes, and best practices.
• Ensuring adherence to these standards across all projects 

2. Resource Management

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• Optimizing the utilization of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Balancing resource allocation to avoid bottlenecks and ensure timely project completion 

3. Risk Management

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• Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Monitoring project progress to proactively address any issues that arise 

4. Strategic Alignment

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• Ensuring projects align with the company's strategic goals and objectives.
• Prioritizing projects based on their impact on the company's overall strategy 

5. Performance Monitoring and Reporting

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• Tracking project performance and providing regular updates to stakeholders.
• Using metrics and KPIs to measure project success and identify areas for improvement 

Functions:

• Standardization

  : Implementing standardized project management methodologies to ensure consistency and efficiency.

• Support

  : Providing guidance, templates, and tools to project managers and teams.

• Coordination

  : Facilitating communication and collaboration among different departments and teams.

• Continuous Improvement

  : Continuously refining project management practices based on feedback and lessons learned.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Project Delivery

  : Improved efficiency and effectiveness in project execution.

• Increased Transparency

  : Clear visibility into project status and progress for all stakeholders.

• Better Resource Utilization

  : Optimal use of resources leading to cost savings and timely project completion