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Avinash Rao

@avinashrao

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Results-driven Project Manager with 8+ years in IT project management.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities.

I am a results-driven and detail-oriented Project Manager with over 8 years of experience in IT project management and process optimization. My expertise lies in driving project delivery, aligning cross-functional teams, and implementing best practices to ensure successful project outcomes. I am skilled in risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication, adept at leveraging Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies to deliver high-quality IT solutions on time and within budget.

Throughout my career, I have held various roles including Project Management Officer and Technical Program Manager, where I worked closely with IT and business leadership to identify constraints and ensure critical projects are fully supported throughout their life cycles. I have successfully managed multiple projects, created project management templates, and facilitated cross-functional collaboration to identify and resolve dependencies. My commitment to continuous improvement is evident in my initiation of daily standups and sprint retrospectives to enhance team productivity and project tracking.

I have a proven track record of delivering complex projects, including AI-based applications and SaaS solutions, while ensuring adherence to agile practices. My strong leadership and communication skills enable me to effectively engage stakeholders and drive project success. I am passionate about leveraging technology to optimize processes and improve organizational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Project Management Officer

Jukshio Technology Innovation Pvt. Ltd.

Sep 2023 - Apr 2024 (7 months)

As a PMO, I supported critical projects by collaborating with IT and business leadership, creating project documentation, and defining project management processes. I facilitated cross-functional collaboration and monitored project progress, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Project Management Agile Methodologies Scrum Risk Management Resource Allocation SDLC Process Optimization Dashboard Development

Technical Program Manager

Nowfloats Technologies Ltd.

Oct 2021 - Sep 2023 (1 year 11 months)

In this role, I ensured critical projects were supported throughout their life cycles, created project documentation, and facilitated daily standups for effective tracking. I worked closely with teams to identify blockages and improve project delivery.

Project Management Agile Methodologies Scrum Risk Management Resource Allocation Process Improvement Team Collaboration Sprint Planning

Project Manager

SanHar ABS

Dec 2020 - Oct 2021 (10 months)

Managed project timelines and facilitated daily standups to track project status. Created project documentation and collaborated with development teams to ensure clear design specifications and effective project delivery.

Project Management Agile Methodologies Team Collaboration Risk Management Process Improvement Sprint Planning Documentation

Project/Process Manager

Option Matrix InfoTech

Aug 2020 - Jan 2021 (5 months)

Defined project management processes and introduced automation tools to streamline workflows. Managed multiple project reports and facilitated communication between management and clients to ensure project progress.

Project Management Process Optimization Agile Methodologies Jira Team Collaboration Resource Allocation Documentation Sprint Planning Stakeholder Engagement WBS Creation

Project Management Officer

CallHealth Services Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 2 months)

Implemented agile management practices for project delivery, managed timelines, and ensured adherence to agile methodologies. Conducted requirement sessions and facilitated communication between teams.

Agile Methodologies Project Management Team Collaboration Sprint Planning Risk Management Documentation Process Improvement

Technical Support

Wipro

Mar 2013 - May 2015 (2 years 2 months)

Provided technical support by diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues. Communicated with customers to ensure timely solutions and documented procedures for future reference.

Technical Support Troubleshooting Hardware Solutions Documentation Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Aditya Global Business School

Post-Graduation Diploma in Management, Management

2015 - 2017

Completed a Post-Graduation Diploma in Management with a focus on Human Resources and Information Technology, gaining skills in project management, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement.