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Karthik Shashiraj Nire

Karthik Shashiraj Nire

PMO Lead | Management Consultant
Bangalore

Summary

Dynamic PMO Lead and Management Consultant with over 11 years of expertise in project governance, portfolio management, and transformation delivery. Directed a $50M+ PMO engagement for a Fortune 500 BFSI firm, embedding scalable governance frameworks, driving operational efficiency, and achieving measurable results. Proven ability to lead demand intake processes, portfolio scenario planning, and stakeholder alignment across BFSI, healthcare, and public sector clients. Recognized for fostering team collaboration, resolving conflicts, and delivering business transformation through visionary leadership. Certified in Microsoft PMP, SAFe Agilist 6.0, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
12
12
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

PMO Lead

KPMG India
02.2022 - Current
  • Led a $50M+ PMO engagement for a Fortune 500 BFSI firm, aligning governance frameworks with organizational goals to reduce delays by 15%
  • Built financial reporting structures for a global healthcare portfolio, enabling scenario planning and execution monitoring that improved cross-team decision-making
  • Developed integration roadmaps for a national public sector agency, improving decision-making timelines by 30% through cross-department alignment
  • Guided C-suite stakeholders through change management workshops, overcoming resistance to cloud governance adoption and achieving a 50% adoption rate within six months
  • Designed AI-powered dashboards to streamline reporting and free up 50% of operational capacity, providing predictive insights for strategic forecasting

Senior Business Analyst

Trigent Software
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align IT modernization goals, improving delivery efficiency by 15%
  • Streamlined RAID processes for financial IT systems, reducing risks and ensuring compliance with industry regulations
  • Designed KPI dashboards to enable senior leadership to track progress and make data-driven decisions
  • Conducted Agile ceremonies and sprint planning to improve collaboration between technical and business teams

Senior Business Analyst

Technosoft Corporation
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Directed a critical IT migration project for a BFSI client during a high-stakes merger, minimizing operational disruptions and ensuring compliance
  • Conducted root cause analysis for recurring system outages, implementing fixes that improved uptime by 20%
  • Collaborated with leadership to create resource allocation models, optimizing team scalability and delivery timelines
  • Prepared performance tracking frameworks to ensure smooth reporting on project milestones

Project Manager

Niveus Solutions
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • Facilitated Agile project delivery for B2B IT integration, focusing on team alignment and efficient sprint execution
  • Resolved team dependencies and risks through retrospectives, leading to 10% faster task completion rates
  • Introduced a streamlined execution monitoring process, enabling real-time milestone tracking for stakeholders
  • Supported the team in identifying bottlenecks and refining workflows to improve delivery predictability

Business Analyst

Xerox Business Services
11.2010 - 05.2015
  • Conducted gap analyses for IT workflows, reducing inefficiencies by 25% through targeted process improvements
  • Developed detailed governance documentation to enhance compliance and operational stability for enterprise clients
  • Partnered with technical teams to design dashboards that improved decision-making for high-priority projects
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to implement scalable IT solutions, supporting cross-functional alignment and achieving project milestones

Service Delivery Consultant

Hewlett Packard Enterprise
09.2008 - 11.2010
  • Delivered SLA-compliant services for enterprise clients, maintaining a 100% adherence rate
  • Monitored service escalations, resolving issues within SLA timelines to ensure uninterrupted operations
  • Standardized workflows for recurring service requests, reducing turnaround times by 15%
  • Conducted audits to ensure compliance with SLA governance and operational standards

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (VTU)

Skills

Governance Frameworks

Certification

PMP (Microsoft)

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in IT Project Delivery and Digital Transformation, KPMG India: Awarded for leading high-impact IT transformation initiatives across diverse sectors, including the banking domain.
  • Client Awards for IT Program Management Excellence: Received client appreciation awards for delivering complex IT transformation projects in the banking, retail, and public sectors.

Training & Workshops

  • Agile Methodology Training: Conducted workshops on Agile methodology within the organization, enhancing team capabilities in project tracking, workflow optimization, and adaptability to support structured project execution.
  • Financial Planning & KPI Development: Led sessions on financial planning and KPI setting, helping teams across departments build robust budget management frameworks and improve data-driven performance tracking.
  • Resource Optimization & Process Improvement: Delivered training on resource allocation, governance structures, and process improvement strategies, aligning cross-functional teams with the company’s transformation and strategic goals.

Work Availability

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Affiliations

  • Scaled Agile
  • Scrum.org
  • LSSGB - KPMG
  • Gies School of Business Alumni Network
  • Deakin University Alumni
  • Business Analysts
  • PMO LinkedIn

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Quote

You only have to do a few things right in your life so long as you don’t do too many things wrong.
Warren Buffett

Software

MS Office

Planview

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)

Interests

Project Management Trends

Agile and Lean Methodologies

Strategy Execution and Business Transformation

AI Integration in PMO

Process Optimization and Cost Efficiency

Leadership and Management Consulting

Science Fiction and Brain-Stimulating Literature

Circuit Racing

EDM Tecno

Timeline

PMO Lead

KPMG India
02.2022 - Current

Senior Business Analyst

Trigent Software
03.2021 - 09.2021

Senior Business Analyst

Technosoft Corporation
06.2020 - 01.2021

Project Manager

Niveus Solutions
03.2020 - 05.2020

Business Analyst

Xerox Business Services
11.2010 - 05.2015

Service Delivery Consultant

Hewlett Packard Enterprise
09.2008 - 11.2010

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (VTU)
Karthik Shashiraj NirePMO Lead | Management Consultant