Project Management Officer
- ThoughtFocus
- 4 - 8 years
- Bengaluru
- 13 days ago
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Job Description
We are seeking a results-driven and organized PMO Project Specialist / Junior Project Manager to manage non-core customer-facing projects for CSI. The role involves end-to-end project management across initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, with a strong focus on repeatable project types for both new and existing clients. The ideal candidate brings 23 years of experience in project delivery and PMO support, with a hands-on understanding of cross-functional collaboration, client communication, and risk mitigation.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Lifecycle Management:
- Accountable for the successful delivery of assigned CSI non-core customer-facing projects, typically repeatable in nature.
- Lead all phases of the project lifecycle including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & controlling, and closure.
- Execute formal project kick-off meetings with internal teams and external clients.
Project Planning & Coordination:
- Review and tailor the standard project plan based on specific complexity factors and business impacts.
- Collaborate with Implementation Management to secure appropriate project resources.
- Communicate project highlights, deliverables, and dependencies to the client.
- Align project expectations and define critical success factors with customer stakeholders.
Project Execution & Monitoring:
- Establish initial project setup and governance mechanisms.
- Maintain regular communication with cross-functional teams and client contacts to ensure alignment and delivery as per plan.
- Monitor progress against timelines, budgets, and deliverables using standard tools and templates.
- Identify, escalate, and manage project risks and issues proactively, recommending solutions as needed.
- Track project health and produce status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.
Project Closure & Reporting:
- Facilitate project handover and formal closure processes.
- Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of repeatable project templates and processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
- 23 years of experience in project management or PMO roles, preferably in a customer-facing environment.
- Working knowledge of project lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid).
- Proficient in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and other project tracking tools (JIRA, Smartsheet, Asana, etc.).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to manage risks, track project progress, and coordinate team activities across multiple functions.
- PMP, CAPM, or PRINCE2 certification is a plus.
Preferred Attributes:
- High attention to detail and strong follow-through.
- Strong client orientation and proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously in a structured, deadline-driven environment.
Job Classification
Industry: Financial ServicesFunctional Area / Department: OtherRole Category: OtherRole: OtherEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: ThoughtFocusLocation(s): Bengaluru
Keyskills: PMO Project Management Agile Waterfall Project Coordination
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