Awan Dhawan
@awandhawan
Experienced Project & Program Manager with 13+ yrs in IoT, PMO, budgeting & resource mgmt across India & EU. Skilled in end-to-end delivery, M.Tech
What I'm looking for
Results-driven Project & Program Manager with 13+ years of experience delivering complex Telematics (IoT), connected vehicle, and digital engineering programs across automotive and mobility sectors. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams for EV software development (BMS, chargers, controllers), telematics platforms, and PMO operations, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
Strong track record in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and agile methodologies (Scrum), complemented by proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Power BI for data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. Passionate about driving innovation, operational excellence, and scalable solutions for global clients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Technical Lead
Tata Technologies Ltd.
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Lead car development, R&D, and design activities across multiple vehicle platforms for EU clients; managed PO generation, client communications, resource planning, technical hiring, and adherence to engineering and safety standards.
Technical Program Manager
OLA Electric Technologies Pvt. Ltd
Apr 2023 - Aug 2023 (4 months)
Led end-to-end EV program execution delivering on-time and within-budget outcomes by defining requirements, allocating resources, managing risks, and running program reviews for BMS, chargers, and vehicle controllers.
Program Manager
Zoomcar India Pvt Ltd
Apr 2022 - Apr 2023 (1 year)
Led Telematics and IoT programs focused on OBD, GPS and sensor integration; improved device reliability through SOPs and RCA frameworks while driving data-driven reporting for billing and cost recovery.
Project Manager
Recity Network Pvt. Ltd.
Jul 2021 - Mar 2022 (8 months)
Managed client interactions and cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, developed user manuals and training materials, and executed phased project roadmaps to meet timelines and deliverables.
Assistant Manager - PMO
OLAfleet Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Apr 2018 - Jul 2021 (3 years 3 months)
Operated within the PMO to compile user stories, produce stakeholder reports, lead onboarding documentation, conduct risk assessments, and drive strategic roadmaps and post-project evaluations.
Assistant Manager
Arya Omnitalk Wireless Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Jun 2012 - Apr 2018 (5 years 10 months)
Led GPS IoT deployments and managed a 21-member team supporting a 900-vehicle fleet; oversaw VTS operations for major clients and managed operational budgets and customized project roadmaps.
Marketing Executive
Jindal Electric & Machinery Corporation
Feb 2012 - May 2012 (3 months)
Prepared data-driven presentations on electricity utilization, managed client communications, and engaged key accounts to strengthen business relationships and deliver tailored network architecture solutions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maharishi Dayanand university
M.tech, Electronics and communication
2012 - 2014
PTU Jalandhar
B.tech, Electronics and communication
2008 - 2011
Punjab State Board of Technical Education & Industrial Training
Diploma, Electronics and communication
2005 - 2008
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