KRISHAN KUMAR

• Established and led project governance in the UAE region , spearheading multiple complex projects single-handedly, creating frameworks and processes that enabled consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Delivered 2 flagship projects worth $75M within a year , ensuring end-to-end execution, seamless transitions, and alignment with regional strategic objectives.
• Onboarded, mentored, and developed new Project Managers , standardizing practices and enabling smooth handover of projects requiring dedicated PMs, significantly strengthening regional project management capability.
• Progressed rapidly on a signature $124M program , initially managing three OEMs, then taking ownership of complete infrastructure program governance, and later transitioning to end-to-end Platform-as-a-Service governance.
• Influenced regional sales outcomes through local presence , building credibility and trust with clients, identifying opportunities, and leveraging delivery expertise to support business growth.
• Drove solution creation and client engagement , partnering with the sales organization to lead solution overview workshops, secure approvals, and build trust with clients—directly influencing deal progression and client satisfaction.
• Managed relationships with multiple OEMs , overseeing BOM delivery, sizing, and services to ensure successful project execution while maintaining technical and commercial alignment.
• Wore multiple hats across delivery, sales, and governance , driving project success, enabling client confidence, and ensuring measurable business impact.

• Directed a $8M+ program portfolio , delivering enterprise-scale cloud, datacenter, and digital transformation initiatives for major UAE banks within budget and governance frameworks.
• Orchestrated the region's largest migration of 2,500+ servers from on-premises to Azure for Abu Dhabi's largest bank, achieving a 98% success rate within 18 months .
• Led and mentored a team of Project Managers , ensuring consistent delivery of high-value programs across cloud, SAP HANA, and hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Achieved 100% on-time, on-budget delivery , optimizing resource utilization and driving cost-effectiveness across mission-critical projects.
• Increased client satisfaction by 30% through proactive communication, transparent reporting, and stakeholder alignment, fostering long-term partnerships.
• Reduced project risk exposure by 25% via forward-looking mitigation strategies, ensuring uninterrupted execution and operational resilience.
• Earned 98% client satisfaction ratings , consistently delivering tailored IT solutions that exceeded expectations and reinforced repeat business.

Key Technologies: Azure, AWS, VMware, SAP HANA | Cloud Migrations.

• Established and streamlined Azure & AWS delivery frameworks , accelerating project execution and ensuring consistency across enterprise cloud programs.
• Designed and rolled out SOPs and managed organization-wide communication on process updates, driving alignment and efficiency.
• Led first-level Project Manager recruitment , securing top talent aligned with strategic business objectives.
• Mentored and developed a team of 8 PMs , strengthening Azure service delivery capabilities and elevating organizational maturity.
• Redefined project management methodology , improving governance, cross-team collaboration, and overall project effectiveness.
• Directed the Cloud Delivery Factory , managing project allocation, scheduling, policy creation, and team leadership to deliver high-impact outcomes.
• Oversaw seamless operational transitions , minimizing disruption and ensuring business continuity during process and technology changes.

Key Technologies: Azure, AWS, Software Asset Management, Unified Communication, Cloud Migrations

• Promoted to Senior Project Manager to lead multi-million-dollar, complex enterprise projects, ensuring strategic alignment and timely delivery.
• Led and mentored a team of 5 members, designing structured learning programs to enhance project delivery capability
• Collaborated with Product and Transformation teams to optimize processes, improving implementation efficiency for new products
• Subject Matter Expert for complex cloud and IT migration projects, driving adoption of standardized project management frameworks
• Oversaw full project lifecycle, managing schedule, scope, quality, and resources to consistently meet project objectives and governance standards.
• Directed stakeholder communication and reporting, ensuring smooth business and operational transitions with zero disruption.

Key Technologies: Cloud & Virtualization, Storage & Backup, O365 Collaboration & Network.

• Successfully implemented 20+ private cloud environments using VMware , delivering secure, scalable, and highly available solutions for enterprise clients.
• Led end-to-end datacenter projects , covering IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, DaaS, colocation, networking, ELAN circuit integration, firewall migrations, SAN allocation/expansion, database and application migration, and hybrid environments.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams , including customers, engineering, and third-party vendors, through weekly status updates and calls, ensuring seamless project execution and client satisfaction.
• Defined project scope and developed comprehensive plans , including schedules, policies, and procedures, to meet objectives within time, scope, and budget.
• Managed risks and issues proactively , implementing corrective actions in collaboration with internal product teams to enhance functionality and align with business requirements.
• Drove operational efficiency and delivery excellence , supporting successful adoption of cloud services and datacenter modernization initiatives.

Key Technologies: Datacenter Services, Cloud Deployment/Migration, VMware, Networking Implementation