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Manager

P. Santha Kumar

Project Manager - Project Management Office
Chennai

Summary

Resourceful Project Manager with over all 23 years and last 11 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Cognizant Technology Solution
Chennai
10.2014 - 08.2023
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.

Sr. Project Lead

Syntel Ltd
Chennai
05.2010 - 04.2013
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Planned, executed, and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
  • Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates, and processes.
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
  • Recruited, hired and supervised resources to staff project team.
  • Set up and managed team meetings.
  • Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
  • Reduced risk and coordinated project specifications to meet safety and federal compliance.

Team Leader

UnitedHealth Group
Gurgaon
04.2007 - 04.2010
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Education

Master of Computer Applications - Information And Technology

Madras University
Chennai
04.1997 - 04.2000

Skills

    Project planning and development

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Certification

Certified Scrum Master

Timeline

Project Manager

Cognizant Technology Solution
10.2014 - 08.2023

Sr. Project Lead

Syntel Ltd
05.2010 - 04.2013

Team Leader

UnitedHealth Group
04.2007 - 04.2010

Master of Computer Applications - Information And Technology

Madras University
04.1997 - 04.2000
P. Santha KumarProject Manager - Project Management Office