Role Proficiency:
Perform end-to-end management of a single project up to TCV of 500K with time and effort based or deliverable based model; by delivering the agreed scope within the agreed timeline and cost. Ensure the success and acceptance criteria of the project are met enhancing customer satisfaction.
Outcomes:
Identify key stakeholders ensuring establishment and maintaining positive business relationships among stakeholders (internal or external) Maintain regular communication with customer; addressing needs through empathy with their environment Define activities responsibilities critical milestones resources skills needs interfaces and budget. Optimize costs and time utilisation minimize waste and deliver projects on time on budget as per the contract and agreed scope with a high quality result. Anticipate all possible risk manage them by applying the suitable risk management strategy; while developing contingency plans. Implement the governance model defined for similar projects Track and reports project KPIs and analyze project health Effective implementation of software delivery methodologies to improve project KPIs Provide individual and team mentoring; ensuring high levels of team engagement and developing capabilities within team Adopt and build software engineering best practices which can be leveraged by other teamsMeasures of Outcomes:
Sprint velocity/team productivity Planned schedule vs actual Planned effort vs actual Planned cost vs actual Retention Requirement stability and effectiveness of scope change management Product quality (rework effort defect density defect leakage in various phases and number of rejected defects) Risk management index Adoption of reusable components and artefacts Customer satisfaction Team satisfactionOutputs Expected:
Scope Management :
Conduct requirements analysisrequirements elicitation
scope control and prioritization based on customer needs and scope change management Drive the creation of common standards such as design documents
traceability matrix
bridge documents
analysis methodologies and solution artefacts Partner with the customer to define their requirements; elicit requirements from solution envisioning workshop Conduct impact analysis of any scope changes across phases and negotiate with the customer for scope prioritization
Estimation and Resource Planning:
evaluate risks and validate estimates from a technical standpoint
with assumptions
scope and boundaries defined Review and validate estimates across service lines Conduct resource planning (pyramid
people development) at a project level based on project requirements Conduct impact analysis for changes and analyze corresponding impact to overall estimates and resource loading Identify the different roles and skills for each role
considering the constraints
pre-requisites and other project specific KPIs
Project/ Schedule Management:
small projects/ modules Anticipate items that cause schedule delays
schedule dependencies and manage them following the proper risk management plan Identify options to fast track the schedule and plans to implement the same Estimate the work
plan and track the activities closely and report the progress on a regular basis
Risk/Issue management:
communicate them to all relevant stakeholders and closely track the impact
Stakeholder Management:
Test and Defect Management :
Software Development Process Tools & Techniques:
ensure process compliance and mentor the team
Governance:
Domain / Industry Knowledge:
Technology Concepts:
Profitability Management:
Pricing Models:
Knowledge Management (KM):
Account Management Processes and Tools:
automation
etc
Solution Structuring:
Self-Development and Organizational initiatives:
Team Development:
Skill Examples:
Impact and Influence Identify project risks and define action plans to manage Define a project plan by breaking it down into individual project tasks Communicate project progress to all relevant parties reporting on topics such as cost control schedule achievements quality control risk avoidance and changes to project specifications Delegate tasks and manage team member contributions appropriately Assess the project heath using quantitative measures and change the course of action as neededKnowledge Examples:
Technologies to be implemented within the project Structured project management methodologies (e.g. agile techniques) Estimation techniques Metrics analysis and quantitative management Root cause analysis People management including goal setting growth aspects and coaching Understanding of the quality and governance models of UST and the customer; aligning the deliverables to meet those standardsAdditional Comments:
Looking for a Project manager responsible for managing end to end testing of a specific project within an organization. Their main goal is to ensure that the project meets its objectives and delivers the desired results. Qualifications • 15+ year Experience leading multi-phased projects with extensive experience in managing the testing engagements • Complete Ownership of the testing activities and operations for the project/program with solid understanding of project management principles and methodologies, as well as experience in managing complex programs or initiatives • Designs, Plans and Develops the overall Test Strategy • Develops a detailed test plan outlining the scope, objectives, timeline, resources, and deliverables for the project • Identifying and securing the necessary resources, including budget, staff, and technology, to support the project. • Providing leadership and direction to the testing team, setting clear expectations and goals for team members. • Review and Approvals on Project estimates and budgets • Monitoring and evaluating the progress of the testing activities, identifying any issues or obstacles, and implementing solutions to address them. • Communicating regularly with stakeholders, keeping them informed of the progress and addressing any concerns or feedback. • Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the testing lifecycle. • Conducting regular reviews and assessments of the testing deliverables to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations for future initiatives. • Collaborating with other departments or external partners to support the successful implementation of the project. • Managing risks and issues that may arise during the project, developing contingency plans and mitigation strategies as needed. • Measure & track project performance, review of Metrics and SLA Dashboards and take corrective actions as needed. • Providing reports and updates on the project's progress to senior management or other key stakeholders. • Hands-on experience with all levels of testing viz., Integration, Regression, Smoke, Sanity, Functional, System, Integration and UAT Testing. • Good Exposure to Testing Life Cycle and Bug Life Cycle and related tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, HP-QC etc. • Conducted test case reviews, provide project related status reporting, coordinate all release planning, and lead the testing team through all project phases • Proven strong analytical and problem-solving skills - including requirements analysis, detailed planning, and risk assessment • Work with cross-functional teams, product management, development, and operations to architect innovative Test solutions that meet the requirements of IT strategy. • Should have excellent people management skills with ability to lead a team of 15+ people • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or equivalent along with several years of experience