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Saumya Tenguria

Saumya Tenguria

Noida

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager with 6+ years of experience in Agile project execution, client relationship management, and strategic business growth. Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, risk mitigation, budgeting, and process optimization. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and EPAPM-certified (IIT Delhi) with hands-on experience in Agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies. Skilled in financial forecasting, stakeholder negotiation, and team mentorship. Strong background in Edtech, country management (Singapore), and scalable product strategies. Adept at using Zoho, Jira, Confluence, and other project management tools to drive project success and business expansion.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

HestaBit
Noida
04.2023 - Current

As a Project Manager, I drive project success by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and delivering scalable solutions. My role extends beyond execution—I focus on growth, optimization, and long-term sustainability for both clients and internal teams.

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement tailored project strategies, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and business impact.
  • People & Process Management: Lead and mentor a team of 5 Associate Project Managers (APMs), fostering a culture of ownership, structured growth, and professional development.
  • Client Relationship Management: Establish trust and credibility with global clients, handling high-stakes negotiations, grievance resolution, and long-term partnerships.
  • Country Management (Singapore): Spearheading HestaBit’s expansion in Singapore, overseeing business operations, partnership development, and revenue generation.
  • Edtech SME & Business Advisory: Representing HestaBit as a subject matter expert in Edtech, consulting on industry trends, technology adoption, and market strategies.
  • Financial Forecasting & Data Analytics: Analyze trends, financial data, and industry movements to forecast book value, identify opportunities, and drive business decisions.

Assistant Project Manager

HestaBit
Noida
07.2020 - 04.2023

As an APM, I built a strong foundation in project execution, governance, and client account scaling. My focus was on ensuring transparency, efficiency, and risk mitigation.

  • Project Governance & Tracking: Managed project progress through Zoho, ensuring accurate timesheet tracking, milestone completion, and budget adherence.
  • Client Engagement & Growth Strategy: Maintained direct client communication, delivering progress updates and identifying opportunities to scale client accounts.
  • Agile Execution & Risk Management: Led daily standups, proactively identified risks, and implemented mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
  • Budget & Resource Optimization: Monitored financial health, optimized resource allocation, and ensured profitability across multiple projects.

Business Analyst

HestaBit
Noida
06.2018 - 07.2020

Starting as a Business Analyst, I honed my analytical and documentation skills, laying the groundwork for product ideation, user experience, and requirement gathering.

  • Product Ideation & Wireframing: Translated concepts into tangible workflows through detailed wireframes (both paper-based and digital tools).
  • Technical & Functional Documentation: Created SRS, PRD, and FRD documents, ensuring clear articulation of business and technical requirements.
  • Competitive Benchmarking: Conducted in-depth competitor analysis to refine product positioning and strategy.
  • Zoho Implementation & Process Automation: Managed Zoho configurations, streamlining internal workflows and tracking mechanisms.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Acted as a bridge between clients, development teams, and senior management, ensuring alignment on project goals and delivery expectations.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

Krishan Engineering College
Mohan Nagar, Ghaziabad
08-2018

Intermediate And High School Education - PCM, English

St. Thomas School
Indirapuram, Ghaziabad
04-2014

Skills

    Project & Program Management

    ✔ Project Lifecycle Management (Initiation to Delivery)
    ✔ Agile, Scrum, and Kanban Frameworks
    ✔ Sprint Planning & Backlog Management
    ✔ Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
    ✔ Resource Allocation & Capacity Planning
    ✔ Budgeting, Cost Control & P&L Management
    ✔ Project Governance & Compliance

    Agile & Scrum Expertise

    ✔ Certified Scrum Master (CSM) – Agile Execution & Governance
    ✔ Agile Coaching & Transformation Strategies
    ✔ Sprint Retrospectives & Continuous Improvement
    ✔ Cross-functional Team Collaboration
    ✔ Stakeholder Communication & Expectation Management

    Strategic Business Leadership

    ✔ Growth & Scalability Strategies
    ✔ Client Relationship Management & Negotiation
    ✔ Country Management – Singapore Market Expansion
    ✔ Financial Forecasting & Data-Driven Decision Making
    ✔ Edtech SME – Industry Consultation & Thought Leadership

    Process Optimization & Tools

    ✔ Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management (EPAPM) – IIT Delhi
    ✔ Process Automation & Workflow Optimization
    ✔ Project Management Tools: Zoho, Jira, Confluence, Trello, Asana
    ✔ Performance Analytics & KPI Tracking
    ✔ Timesheet Management & Progress Reporting

    Product Development & Business Analysis

    ✔ Requirement Gathering & Stakeholder Interviews
    ✔ Wireframing (Paper & Digital) – UX/UI Planning
    ✔ SRS, PRD, FRD Documentation
    ✔ Competitive Benchmarking & Market Research
    ✔ User Journey & Workflow Mapping

    Soft Skills & Leadership

    ✔ Team Leadership & Mentorship (Managing APMs)
    ✔ Conflict Resolution & Grievance Handling
    ✔ Negotiation & High-Stakes Decision Making
    ✔ Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
    ✔ Cross-Functional Collaboration

Project Portfolio

  • AI-Powered Underwater Photography App – Developed an AI-driven imaging solution enhancing clarity and object detection underwater.
  • AI-Powered Pharma Research Tool – Built an AI system leveraging GCNs & Morgan fingerprints for drug discovery and toxicity prediction.
  • AI Notetaker (Desktop-Based) – Designed an AI-powered transcription and summarization tool for real-time knowledge management.
  • AI-Powered Virtual Companion – Created a conversational AI assistant for personalized, human-like interactions.
  • US-Based Virtual Schooling Platform – Led the development of a feature-rich LMS for online education.
  • Custom Laravel-Based Multi-Vendor Marketplace – Engineered a scalable review and e-commerce platform.
  • Construction O&M Manual Software – Developed a document management system for streamlined operations.
  • Ireland-Based Railroad Operations Tool – Digitized railroad construction management for improved efficiency.

Certification

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) – Scrum Alliance
Executive Programme in Advanced Project Management (EPAPM) – IIT Delhi

Timeline

Project Manager

HestaBit
04.2023 - Current

Assistant Project Manager

HestaBit
07.2020 - 04.2023

Business Analyst

HestaBit
06.2018 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

Krishan Engineering College

Intermediate And High School Education - PCM, English

St. Thomas School
Saumya Tenguria