Project Manager - Associate

1. Project Management:

• Plan and manage medium to large scale projects from start to finish.
• Responsible for the overall delivery of projects ensuring smooth resource planning and management across various projects
• Ability to work independently.
• Oversee and manage consulting projects from initiation to completion.
  • Designing and executing comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk assessment, and timeline management.
  • Ensure project deliverables are met on time and within scope and budget, hence close monitoring and tracking of deliverables are required.
  • Prepare and present project reports to stakeholders, including project status updates, milestone achievements and ensuring time, scope and budget remains within pre-agreed contract.
• Handle project-related client communications and maintain client relationships.
• Ensure high-quality standards in the delivery of consulting services across project management, change management and risk management.

2. Client Relations:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients; act as the point of contact for client queries and concerns.
• Understand client business needs and objectives to provide tailored consultancy advice coupled with technology know how and appropriate solutions.
• Manage expectations and ensure client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

3. Risk Management:

• Proactively identify potential risks and issues in the projects and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

4. Change Management:

• Previous experience on this service would be an added advantage.
• Ability to guide client on adaptation journey. 

To qualify, candidates must meet with the following requirements:

• Degree in Engineering / MIS / IT / Business Information Systems from recognized university.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in project management.
• Knowledge on renowned ERP / fintech solutions.
• Knowledge on business processes, BPR initiatives, and Value steam mapping.
• Problem-solving mind-set and analytical skills.
• Strong People Management skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, excellent presentation skills, and Project Management skills.
• Ability to speak fluent English & Sinhala.