Senior Project Manager - Cloud Infrastructure

Job Title: Senior Specialist - Project Management

Note: This role will require travel between Mumbai and Pune based on project needs. Estimated travel frequency is approximately 20- 30%, primarily for stakeholder meetings, implementation oversight, and cross-site collaboration.

Introduction

Accelya is a trusted global technology solutions provider powering the air transport industry. With a heritage of innovation and excellence, we support airlines worldwide through our comprehensive portfolio of IT and financial solutions. As we continue to scale our digital and enterprise capabilities, we invite experienced professionals to be part of our transformative journey.We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished Senior Specialist Project Management to join our Enterprise IT & Security team. This is a critical role at the intersection of strategy, execution, and technology delivery designed for someone who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and has a proven track record in managing enterprise-scale initiatives.

Position Overview

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex, cross-functional enterprise IT projects from initiation to closure, ensuring business alignment, on-time execution, and quality outcomes.
• Define clear project goals, scope, and KPIs in partnership with business and technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, resource allocations, risk registers, and milestone schedules to support structured and predictable delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional internal teams, third-party vendors, and implementation partners across geographies to ensure cohesive execution and accountability.
• Establish and enforce robust project governance practices, including formal reporting, steering committee updates, change control processes, and compliance tracking.
• Anticipate, assess, and mitigate project risks using structured Risk Management Plans (RMP), while addressing interdependencies, contractual gaps, and solution constraints.
• Oversee end-to-end implementation activities, including environment readiness, UAT planning, user training, data migration, and go-live support.
• Manage budgets, resource burn rates, and contractual obligations to ensure efficient use of financial and operational resources.
• Ensure successful transition to operations, facilitating knowledge transfer and post-deployment support readiness.
• Champion continuous improvement, capturing lessons learned and actively contributing to the evolution of delivery practices and governance frameworks.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in IT or IT-enabled services, with a strong emphasis on enterprise platforms and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success in leading high-impact programs involving but not limited to Microsoft Dynamics 365, ITSM platforms, or data center/infrastructure modernization.
• Strong grasp of cybersecurity and regulatory compliance requirements is highly desirable.
• Skilled in delivery methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid approaches; hands-on experience with project planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or similar platforms.

Technical & Functional Acumen

• Sound understanding of enterprise IT environments, software rollouts, and integration landscapes, excluding software development life cycles.
• Capable of navigating technical complexity and translating it into clear actions and business value for stakeholders.

Leadership & Communication

• Adept at managing senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams across organizational levels.
• Strong influencing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; able to drive consensus and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities with a focus on executive reporting and stakeholder alignment.

Credentials

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• PMP certification is preferred; equivalent certifications or practical delivery experience will also be considered.
• Experience in global IT services, consulting, or technology product environments is an advantage.

What do we offer?

At Accelya, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive culture where innovation, collaboration, and diversity thrive.
• Intellectually challenging and high-impact work that directly supports global airline operations and digital transformation.
• Hybrid working flexibility, with a balanced mix of remote work and in-office collaboration (2 days a week, flexible as per project needs).
• An open and supportive leadership team invested in your growth and success.
• Opportunities to work on enterprise-wide transformation projects, spanning infrastructure, platforms, and information security domains.

About Accelya

Accelya is a global leader in technology and services for the air transport industry, delivering innovation at scale and pace. Our market-leading platforms spanning passenger, cargo, and industry solutions empower airlines to seamlessly manage the entire retailing journey, from offer to settlement, both above and below the wing.With a legacy spanning over four decades, Accelya serves more than 250 airline customers across the globe. We operate in nine countries and are supported by a team of over 2,500 professionals, unified by a mission to simplify airline processes and drive meaningful transformation.As a long-standing partner to the industry, including key collaborations with IATA, we help shape the future of air travel through digital innovation, operational excellence, and deep domain expertise. At Accelya, we are committed to putting control back into the hands of airlines so they can go further, faster.