CHANDAN RAJ
Bangalore
Summary
Program Manager experienced in leading cross-functional engineering and operational initiatives across automation, manufacturing, construction, and industrial environments. Delivered impactful results through effective management of multi-project programs, coordination of global stakeholders, and resolution of execution risks. Focused on driving operational efficiency and aligning strategic objectives with structured execution plans.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead – Project Management
Difacto Robotics & Automation
04.2025 - Current
- Lead project execution and coordination for engineering and automation programs while ensuring alignment between engineering teams, operations, and leadership stakeholders.
- Lead coordination of multiple engineering and automation projects across cross-functional teams.
- Develop structured project plans, execution timelines, and milestone tracking frameworks.
- Monitored program progress and managed risks, resolving project delivery challenges effectively.
- Facilitated communication among engineering, operations, procurement, and leadership, promoting alignment and collaboration.
- Strengthened project execution consistency by implementing structured milestone tracking and reporting practices.
- Enhanced cross-team coordination between engineering and operations, ensuring timely program execution.
- Provide leadership visibility through structured reporting and progress updates.
Senior Engineer – Projects
Difacto Robotics & Automation
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed engineering project activities across automation programs ensuring project deliverables were executed according to schedule and operational requirements.
- Coordinated engineering project execution with internal teams and external vendors to ensure alignment on goals and timelines.
- Maintained project schedules and deliverables while overseeing operational execution plans to ensure timely completion.
- Identified risks impacting delivery timelines and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
- Successfully coordinated multiple automation program deliverables through structured project planning and cross-team collaboration.
- Improved execution visibility through consistent progress reporting and milestone monitoring.
- Supported leadership with project progress reporting and coordination activities.
Quality Manager
Engineering Plastics Manufacturing Division
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Led quality management operations within a manufacturing environment ensuring compliance with operational and production standards.
- Managed quality control processes, ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards to uphold product integrity.
- Coordinated with engineering and production teams to resolve operational quality issues, enhancing overall product quality.
- Monitored production processes and implemented corrective actions to sustain quality benchmarks and prevent defects.
- Maintained documentation and reporting for quality management systems.
Director / Project Coordinator
Elegant Earth Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Oversaw project coordination and operational planning to align construction development initiatives with stakeholder objectives.
- Coordinated project execution across contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of construction initiatives.
- Managed project timelines, documentation, and operational planning activities.
- Facilitated stakeholder communication to maintain alignment and support successful project outcomes.
- Monitored project progress and supported resolution of operational challenges.
Project Engineer
Vinyas Mechanical Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 06.2021
- Executed engineering projects, coordinating design, production, and supplier teams to achieve timely project completion.
- Coordinated engineering project execution with production and vendor teams, ensuring alignment and adherence to project timelines.
- Facilitated execution of multiple engineering projects through effective coordination and operational planning.
- Supported project planning, scheduling, and milestone tracking activities.
- Assisted in resolving operational challenges impacting project delivery.
- Maintained project documentation and execution reports.
Education
Diploma - Automotive Engineering
SJM Polytechnic
Chitradurga04-2015
Skills
- Program & Project Management
- Program strategy
- Project planning frameworks
- Multi-project coordination
- Program coordination
- Lifecycle management
- Risk management
- Milestone tracking
- Resource planning
- Delivery monitoring
- Management reporting
- Performance metrics
- Vendor coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional leadership
- Cross-functional alignment
- Operational management
- Process optimization
- Process improvement initiatives
- Operational problem solving
- Issue resolution
- Project support
- MS Office Suite
- Leadership and communication
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Department collaboration
- Strategic execution support
- Process improvement initiatives
Program Management Experience
- Coordinated multiple concurrent projects and operational initiatives.
- Managed cross-functional stakeholders across engineering, operations, and supply chain.
- Monitored project schedules, risks, and resource allocation to ensure delivery objectives were met.
- Supported leadership in executing strategic initiatives through structured project governance.
- Facilitated project reviews and progress reporting to ensure visibility and accountability.
Certification
GenAI Mastermind Certification
Additional Capabilities
- Strategic execution support
- Operational program coordination
- Stakeholder alignment across functions
- Process improvement initiatives
- Structured problem solving
Ats Keywords
- Program Management
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
- Program Governance
- Delivery Management
- Risk Management
- Vendor Coordination
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Execution
Core Competencies
Program planning, Multi-project coordination, Project lifecycle management, Delivery governance, Risk management, Milestone tracking, Resource planning, Cross-functional leadership, Vendor & stakeholder coordination, Process optimization, Operational problem solving, Delivery monitoring, Performance tracking, Team leadership, Executive reporting, Strategic initiative support, Stakeholder engagement, Conflict resolution, Cross-department collaboration, Project planning frameworks, Process documentation, Program reporting dashboards, Agile / hybrid delivery environments, MS Office Suite
Leadership Experience
- Led cross-functional project teams across engineering and operational environments.
- Mentored junior engineers and team members during project execution.
- Facilitated project review meetings and ensured closure of action items.
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Kannada
Native
Native
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
German
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Team Lead – Project Management
Difacto Robotics & Automation
04.2025 - Current
Senior Engineer – Projects
Difacto Robotics & Automation
06.2023 - 03.2025
Quality Manager
Engineering Plastics Manufacturing Division
07.2022 - 05.2023
Director / Project Coordinator
Elegant Earth Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
07.2021 - 06.2022
Project Engineer
Vinyas Mechanical Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 06.2021
Diploma - Automotive Engineering
SJM Polytechnic