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Rajarajeswaran Jayaraman

Rajarajeswaran Jayaraman

Summary

22 years of Experience in End-to-end Project delivery including Project Initiation, Planning, Business Function Study, Project Scoping, and Task Break down, Resource Allocation, Scheduling, Risk Management and Execution Control Planning/Monitoring. Lead various Pursuits and put joint- coordinated effort with stakeholders to convert it to a win deal Mediating between Presales and Project teams. Transformed high escalation projects into successful delivery with customer delight Proven technical project management skills with demonstrated, applied experience establishing, and delivering complex projects. Skilled in managing multiple projects and priorities with proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment. Showcased strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish strong working relationships. Dedicated to detail-oriented leadership and goal-oriented planning. Experienced at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr Project Manager

Infosys Ltd
01.2015 - 09.2023
  • Program managed various Transformation projects including green field implementation and support engagements end to end by clearly articulating business needs, challenges in hand and devise a road map for quality delivery, customer delight and future growth avenues.
  • Managing the Portfolio of 20+ accounts and 250+ headcounts .
  • Well versed in Fixed bid , T&M, Staff Aug , Vendor sourcing
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Established effective communication channels with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment of expectations.
  • Provided outstanding service to clients through effective communication and prompt issue resolution to facilitate future business opportunities.
  • Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.
  • Led cross-functional teams for successful project delivery within scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
  • Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.
  • Conducted post-project evaluations to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions for future endeavors.
  • Optimized resource allocation by closely monitoring project progress and adjusting team assignments as needed.
  • Contributed to Appraisal Process.

Senior Associate

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
Chennai
08.2005 - 12.2012
  • Involved in Project Management – estimation, scheduling, planning and in all the phases of SDLC
  • Contributed to RFP Proposal /SOW preparation.
  • Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and the organization.
  • Played a key role in driving business growth by identifying potential areas of expansion and presenting strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Traveled to Onsite and was instrumental in executing the project from the Client location and assisted the technical team for their ongoing projects
  • Contributed to Appraisal Process
  • Vendor contract management
  • Proactively identified potential risks, developing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines or outcomes.
  • Streamlined operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
  • Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.

Senior Software Engineer

J & B Software Pvt Ltd
04.2004 - 08.2005
  • Developed scalable applications using VB.net / ASP.net for Banking Solutions.
  • Reporting thru Crystal Reports

Consultant for Cognizant

JKV consultancy
10.2003 - 04.2004

Developer

Software Programmer

Sankara Software Services Pvt Ltd
12.2000 - 09.2003

Developer

Education

BE Computer Science -

Bharathidasan University
Trichy, Tamil Nadu
01.2000

Skills

    Program / Project Management

    Strategic Planning and Vision

    Team Building and Leadership

    Customer Relation Management

    Cross Function & Collaboration

    Agile Methodologies

    Quality Assurance

    KPI Metrics and Governance

    Contractual Preparation

    Budget Control

    Performance monitoring

Certification

  • Infosys Program Management
  • Infosys Global Agile certification
  • Infosys CRM Business Functions
  • People Practices

Languages

English
Tamil

Accomplishments

  • Best People Manager
  • SPOT /Insta Awards.
  • Digital Quotient Score (In top 10%)
  • Perfectionist Award
  • Appreciation Award

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/07/78

Timeline

Sr Project Manager

Infosys Ltd
01.2015 - 09.2023

Senior Associate

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
08.2005 - 12.2012

Senior Software Engineer

J & B Software Pvt Ltd
04.2004 - 08.2005

Consultant for Cognizant

JKV consultancy
10.2003 - 04.2004

Software Programmer

Sankara Software Services Pvt Ltd
12.2000 - 09.2003

BE Computer Science -

Bharathidasan University
Rajarajeswaran Jayaraman