Manohar Nibhanupudi
Project Manager
Hyderabad
Summary
Results-oriented Project Manager and Scrum Master with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects within budget and on schedule. Leveraging 19+ years of experience and Agile methodologies, I have consistently exceeded project goals, fostered high-performing teams, and ensured alignment with strategic objectives. My expertise in risk management, stakeholder engagement, technical acumen, and technical documentation have contributed to significant productivity gains, clear communication, and customer satisfaction. Seeking a challenging role to apply my skills and drive innovation in a dynamic technological environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
15
15
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Manager
Applied Information Sciences
Hyderabad
10.2022 - Current
- Efficiently managed multiple concurrent projects with a focus on prioritization and alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budgets to ensure successful delivery.
- Monitored project performance closely and made adjustments as needed to maintain project goals and deadlines.
- Mitigated risks through proactive risk assessment and implementation of effective strategies.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget without compromising quality or safety.
- Established effective communication among team members and stakeholders to foster collaboration and transparency.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders through regular updates and open communication.
- Aligned project objectives with overall company strategy to contribute to business growth.
- Led and mentored team members to enhance their skills and foster a culture of innovation.
- Promoted a positive and collaborative work environment to boost team engagement and morale.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns.
- Adapted to fast-paced environments and successfully met tight deadlines
SCRUM MASTER/LEAD QA
S&P GLOBAL
8 2013 - 09.2022
- Provide Agile coaching & leadership to all technical and non-technical team members across the entire project delivery lifecycle.
- Managed product backlog effectively, prioritizing high-value items for faster completion.
- Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Collaborated with Product Owners to refine requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Coached cross-functional teams on Agile principles, leading to an increase in successful project deliveries.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies for project management.
- Coached teams in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives through regular retrospective meetings with the team.
- Streamlined and optimized workflow and communication by implementing Agile frameworks.
- Assessed and reported progress to stakeholders regularly, maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Streamlined release processes through close coordination between development teams and operations staff.
- Managed work and project responsibilities by assigning tasks to internal individuals and external teams.
- Identified potential risks early in the project lifecycle and implemented mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Mentored junior team members on Scrum best practices, fostering their professional growth within the organization.
QA LEAD
NESS TECHNOLOGIES
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Led the software system testing process, resources, automation, and quality assessment reporting.
SR. QA ENGINEER
CITRIX R&D
02.2011 - 09.2011
QUALITY ENGINEER
ADOBE SYSTEMS
08.2009 - 01.2011
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
SATYAM TECH
03.2008 - 08.2009
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
ENVISTA CORP
03.2007 - 02.2008
Education
B.TECH -
JNTU HYDERABAD
Skills
Java, Python,Selenium, Quality Center, QTP
Project/Program Management, AGILE Methodologies, SCRUM & KANBAN, SAFe 40
Facilitation, Coaching, Motivation, Cultural change
Client Relationship Management
Requirement Analysis
Database Testing, ETL Testing
Project Delivery: Understanding project methodologies and life cycles, major milestones and dependencies about deliverables, preparing project documentations Successfully delivered projects with large multinational companies Excellent Leadership and Communication skills, supporting and encouraging positive working behavior with others
Stakeholder Management: Understanding the needs and challenges, negotiating for resolutions with stakeholders involved in projects
Risk Management: Understanding and assessing project risks and its consequences prioritizing them as per the customer and project needs
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Technical understanding
Organizational Skills
Team Collaboration
Project planning and development
Risk Management
Strategic Planning
Project Scheduling
Client Relations
Document Management
Data Analysis
Certification
CAL-T
Affiliations
- TMMi MEMBER
- ANI (AGILE NETWORK INDIA) CORE VOLUNTEER
- STEPIN MEMBER
Attributes
- Intellectual Curiosity
- Resilience & Persistence
- Unwavering Professionalism
- Eloquent
Positionresponsibility
- Internal Trainer & Mentor in S&P Global
- TAM & TCM Process implementation contributor in S&P Global
- I3-MODEL Designer
- Internal Testing Trainer in NESS
- Internal Agile Trainer in NESS
- Team Member in CQA
Awards
- Star Performer of 2016 Q2
- Star Performer for 2018 Q1, Q3
- Client Appreciation ACE Award
Projects
ARP, S&P Global, Lead QA/Scrum Master, 04/2020, Present RATINGS 360, S&P Global, Lead QA/Scrum Master, 03/2019, 04/2020 EUCA, S&P Global, Lead QA/Scrum Master, 04/2018, 03/2019 SPRATINGS.COM, S&P Global, Lead QA/Scrum Master, 05/2014, 04/2018 RADAR- SOURCE, NESS Technologies, Sr. QA Engineer, 10/2011, 05/2014 One Web, CITRIX R&D Ltd., Sr. QA Engineer, 02/2011, 09/2011 Adobe Trail Downloads (TDRC), Adobe Systems, Quality Engineer, 07/2010, 01/2011 Creative Suite 5 (CS5), Adobe Systems, Quality Engineer, 01/2010, 06/2010 Acrobat Connect/Connect Pro, Adobe Systems, Quality Engineer, 01/2010, 03/2010 Adobe Store, Adobe Systems, Quality Engineer, 08/2009, 03/2010
Timeline
Project Manager
Applied Information Sciences
10.2022 - Current
QA LEAD
NESS TECHNOLOGIES
10.2011 - 05.2013
SR. QA ENGINEER
CITRIX R&D
02.2011 - 09.2011
QUALITY ENGINEER
ADOBE SYSTEMS
08.2009 - 01.2011
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
SATYAM TECH
03.2008 - 08.2009
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
ENVISTA CORP
03.2007 - 02.2008
SCRUM MASTER/LEAD QA
S&P GLOBAL
8 2013 - 09.2022
B.TECH -
JNTU HYDERABAD
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