Project Director

Position Overview

The Project Director/Manager will lead the end-to-end implementation and management of the Bihar Skill Development Missions Knowledge Framework Portal (KFP), Learning Management System (LMS), eContent development, and state-wide operational support. This is a leadership role responsible for ensuring timely delivery, quality, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the contract period

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Leadership & Governance

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of all project components: KFP, LMS, eContent, book printing/distribution, and operational support.
• Establish and manage project governance structures, reporting lines, and escalation mechanisms.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for BSDM and all stakeholders.

2. Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation for all deliverables (portal, LMS, eContent, books, manpower).
• Ensure all project phases (requirement gathering, development, UAT, Go-Live, stabilization, O&M) are completed as per RFP timelines.

3. Team Management

• Oversee a multi-disciplinary team, including state/division/district-level managers, technical experts, developers, and support staff .
• Recruit, train, and mentor team members; ensure performance management and capacity building.

4. Stakeholder & Client Management

• Liaise with BSDM officials, training centers, content experts, and other partners.
• Facilitate regular reviews, presentations, and reporting to BSDM and other government bodies.

5. Financial Management

• Monitor project budgets, invoicing, and payment schedules as per contract terms.
• Ensure cost control and compliance with financial guidelines.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit periodic progress reports, MIS, dashboards, and documentation as required by BSDM.
• Maintain comprehensive project records for audits and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:

   MBA/PGDM (preferred) with B.Tech/B.E. or equivalent in IT/Computer Science/Engineering.

• Experience:

   Overall 12+ years of experience, minimum 3 to 5 years as project director/manager in managing large-scale government/skill development/IT projects, preferably in eLearning, LMS, or similar domains.

• Domain Knowledge:

   Proven experience in project management, team leadership, government client handling, and technology implementation.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, eLearning/LMS platforms, and content management.
• Experience in managing multi-location teams and large-scale deployments.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Financial acumen and contract management.
• Stakeholder engagement and client relationship management.
• Familiarity with government procurement, compliance, and reporting processes.

Reporting & Location

• Reports to: Senior Management.
• Location: Patna, Bihar (with state-wide travel as required).