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Project Manager

Project Manager

dentsuSector 42, Haryana, India
3 days ago
Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Project Manager cum Scrum Master to lead the Creative Technology team. This role requires a combination of strong project management expertise and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will act as a servant leader, fostering collaboration, managing stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery of high-impact creative tech projects.

Job Description : Agile Leadership :

  • Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives).
  • Guide the team on Agile principles, ensuring adherence to Scrum practices while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Promote decentralized decision-making within the team to encourage ownership and innovation.
  • Coach team members to adapt Agile practices for timely value realization.

Project Management :

  • Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
  • Define project goals, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with client and stakeholder expectations.
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and resource allocation to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Ensure efficient backlog management and prioritization to meet business objectives.
  • Establish and maintain effective governance frameworks for project delivery.

    • Schedule Management :

  • Create and maintain detailed project schedules / MPP, ensuring alignment with client expectations and organizational goals.
  • Monitor progress against project milestones and adjust schedules proactively to meet deadlines.
  • Balance team workloads and priorities to ensure timely delivery without compromising quality.
  • Integrate dependency management into governance cycles and proactively resolve issues.

    • Cost Management :

  • Estimate and manage project budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost efficiency.
  • Monitor project expenditures to avoid overruns and deliver within approved budget limits.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement best practices for achieving cost baseline.

    • Scope Management :

  • Define clear project objectives, deliverables, and boundaries in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Work with BA and ensure that the scope is properly documented and structured in JIRA with detailed stories and epics.
  • Manage changes to project scope through robust change control processes to minimize risks.
  • Ensure alignment between scope, schedule, and resources to achieve business objectives.

    • Quality Management :

  • Establish quality standards and ensure deliverables meet agreed-upon criteria.
  • Collaborate with QA teams to ensure proper testing and defect resolution processes are in place.
  • Conduct regular reviews to assess project quality and implement improvements as needed.

    • Stakeholder Management :

  • Act as the primary point of contact between stakeholders, business teams, and development teams.
  • Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to gather requirements, define roadmaps, and address concerns.
  • Provide timely updates on project progress, milestones, and potential challenges.

    • Team Development & Collaboration :

  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and motivated team environment.
  • Mentor team members to enhance their decision-making, technical, and collaborative skills.
  • Recognize and celebrate team contributions to maintain high morale and engagement.

    • Process Improvement :

  • Analyze and optimize team processes for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Implement tools and best practices for streamlined workflows (e.g., Jira process improvements).
  • Encourage the team to document features, learnings, and best practices effectively.

    • Required Skills & Qualifications :

  • Proven experience as a Scrum Master and Project Manager in a technology-focused team.
  • Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project).
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and working on technology-driven projects (e.g., GenAI / LLM, automation solutions).
  • Strong organizational, multitasking, and decision-making skills with a focus on timely delivery.
  • Ability to inspire, coach, and mentor team members to reach their full potential.
  • Knowledge of creative tech and project management within creative industry environments is a plus.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent certification.
  • PMP / PRINCE2 certification or equivalent project management qualifications.
  • Experience in managing projects with niche skills like Generative AI and integration technologies.
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