Project/Program Manager

Introduction:

The candidate brings over 17 years of experience in project and program management, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and business process improvement. With a strong foundation in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe, they have successfully managed cross-functional teams, led end-to-end project deliveries, and driven organizational transformation from traditional to Agile practices. Their expertise spans stakeholder management, financial forecasting, and test management, ensuring seamless coordination and high-quality deliverables.Key responsibilities include overseeing multi-million-euro budgets, mitigating project risks, and optimizing sprint performance, achieving significant improvements in velocity and defect resolution rates. The candidate has a proven track record in IT advisory, aligning technology strategies with business goals, and implementing innovative solutions like cloud migrations and advanced automation. Skilled in tools like Jira, Confluence, and SQL, they excel at fostering collaboration, facilitating workshops, and maintaining transparent stakeholder communication. Their dynamic leadership and problem-solving abilities have consistently enhanced project outcomes and team performance across diverse industries.

Responsibilities:

• Delivered end-to-end project lifecycle management, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery while meeting quality standards.
• Spearheaded Agile transformations, including Scrum and Kanban, facilitating sprint planning, backlog grooming, and Agile coaching sessions.
• Directed cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and mentoring team members to achieve project objectives effectively.
• Built and maintained strong stakeholder relationships, providing transparent updates and resolving issues to enhance trust and collaboration.
• Identified and mitigated project risks through proactive planning, reducing delays and improving overall project efficiency.
• Managed multi-million-euro budgets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and achieving cost savings through efficient planning.
• Oversaw test planning, defect tracking, and quality assurance initiatives, reducing post-release defects and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Provided IT consulting to align strategies with business goals, implemented system integrations, and introduced cloud-based solutions.
• Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing technology-driven solutions, reducing defects, and optimizing workflows.
• Leveraged tools like Jira, Confluence, SQL, and various development technologies to streamline processes and maintain system reliability.