Tapash Datta
PROJECT MANAGER | PMP, SAFe Scrum Master Certified
Bangalore
Summary
Results-driven and certified Project Manager with over 12 years of experience leading complex, cross-functional projects in the aerospace and technology sectors. Proven ability to deliver multimillion-dollar projects on time and within budget using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Adept at stakeholder management, risk mitigation, team leadership, and data-driven decision-making. Skilled in earned value management (EVM), MS Project, JIRA, and schedule optimization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Lead Engineer - Projects
Collins Aerospace
06.2018 - Current
- Managed a portfolio of high-value aerospace and engineering projects, achieving ontime, within-budget delivery.
- Developed performance dashboards to improve visibility and executive decision-making.
- Mentored global project teams and led process improvement initiatives, reducing delivery delays by 15%.
- Applied project controls using EVM (WBS, IMS, CPI/SPI), resulting in 98% budget and schedule adherence.
- Designed, developed, and implemented a Power Automate and Microsoft List-based project tool that streamlined workflows and reduced manual effort, resulting in annual cost savings of $75,000.
- Conducted EVM (Earned Value Management) training sessions for global teams and mentored 15+ team members, resulting in a 20% improvement in project tracking accuracy and enhanced compliance with project control standards.
Technical Writer
Scanpoint Geomatics Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Led requirements gathering and authored SRS/FRS documentation to align software capabilities with business needs, reducing scope creep by 30% and supporting end-to-end planning and execution of GIS-based projects.
Design Engineer (Level 3)
Cyient Ltd
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Coordinated design documentation projects, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory standards.
- Contributed to engineering team coordination and project schedule tracking.
Technical Author
GGS Information Services
03.2013 - 05.2016
- Reviewed and edited technical manuals for aviation clients, improving accuracy and reducing revisions.
- Trained new team members and standardized documentation processes, improving team productivity by 20%.
Education
B.Sc. - Mathematics
NIMS
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - undefined
AMEI
Barasat, KolkataSkills
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
- Stakeholder Engagement & Client Communication
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Budget & Cost Control
- EVM
- MS Project
- JIRA
- SAP
- Team Building & Cross-Functional Leadership
Project Highlights
- Led 5+ concurrent aerospace projects, improving project delivery time by 15% and reducing costs by 10%.
- Improved project forecasting accuracy to 98% using earned value management tools.
- Boosted PMO team efficiency by 10% through training initiatives including a PMP boot camp.
- Enhanced client satisfaction (MFA of 7/7) by aligning delivery with business goals and improving collaboration.
- Built multiple Power Automate solution with MS Lists to automate workflows, cutting manual tasks and saving.
- Leading AOP/LRP web application development as Product Manager using agile methodologies and JIRA, delivering a 30% improvement in planning efficiency.
Technology And Tools
- MS Project
- JIRA
- Power Automate
- Microsoft List
- SAP
- SharePoint
- Power BI
- Excel
- WBS
- IMS
- SPI/CPI
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI
Timeline
Senior Lead Engineer - Projects
Collins Aerospace
06.2018 - Current
Technical Writer
Scanpoint Geomatics Ltd
08.2017 - 06.2018
Design Engineer (Level 3)
Cyient Ltd
05.2016 - 07.2017
Technical Author
GGS Information Services
03.2013 - 05.2016
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - undefined
AMEI
B.Sc. - Mathematics
NIMS
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