Senior Project Manager

We are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead enterprise banking software implementations for strategic client banks. This role manages complex, multi-phase projects from initiation through deployment and post-launch support, serving as the primary driver for execution with direct accountability for on-time, within-scope, and high-quality delivery. Reports to PMO Head / Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation through deployment and closure.
• Develop comprehensive project plans (scope, schedule, resources, risks, budget) with performance tracking against baselines.
• Monitor schedule, budget, and quality metrics; prepare status reports with progress, budget, schedule, risks, and escalations.
• Coordinate with development, QA, infrastructure, and support teams for seamless execution; facilitate progress through regular meetings and proactive issue resolution.
• Lead post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and support knowledge sharing.
• Serve as primary contact for assigned client banks; lead steering committee meetings and provide regular status updates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic and operational stakeholders; manage client expectations with clear, timely communication on progress, changes, and risks.
• Coordinate UAT, manage environment readiness, ensure client sign-off on critical milestones, and facilitate alignment between client and delivery teams on requirements.
• Identify, analyze, and monitor project risks; develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage scope changes through formal change control processes.
• Ensure comprehensive, audit-ready documentation with traceability across application, database, configuration, and infrastructure; maintain adherence to ProgressSoft PM standards, banking compliance requirements, and quality standards.
• Conduct quality reviews with technical leads and QA teams.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications