Vishal N

• Program/Project Manager overseeing key business initiatives, driving successful project delivery, resource allocation, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Led and facilitated strategic initiatives to drive organizational growth, ensuring projects aligned with business goals and were executed on time and within scope.
• Collaborated with stakeholders across departments to define project scope, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-impact results.
• Managed complex, cross-functional projects, optimizing resource utilization and ensuring alignment with overall business strategy.
• Designed and implemented governance frameworks to standardize processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve decision-making across the organization.
• Ensured that each process improvement initiative was fully aligned with the company’s broader strategic goals.
• Delivered project management services to clients across the U.S., ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and strategic alignment with client expectations.
• Oversaw and managed transition projects from the U.S., ensuring seamless execution and alignment with client requirements and organizational objectives.
• Streamlined project management processes through the adoption of Agile methodologies, improving team collaboration and project efficiency.
• Fostered a culture of accountability by setting clear performance expectations and driving team ownership of project outcomes.
• Established structured status reporting mechanisms, ensuring transparency and consistent communication with stakeholders.
• Identified and mitigated risks early in the project lifecycle, reducing delays and protecting key deliverables.
• Implemented robust communication plans to share updates, report achievements, and escalate issues across all organizational levels.
• Developed comprehensive project plans with defined milestones, ensuring projects were completed on time and met defined success criteria.

Siemens Healthineers – Business Transformation Project Manager

• Led international transition from direct to indirect business models, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency across multiple countries.
• Designed and implemented lean, scalable infrastructures and commercial frameworks to support strategic growth in global markets.
• Managed cross-functional, multicultural teams to drive timely project execution, ensuring alignment with defined business objectives.
• Delivered high-quality, standardized outputs across initiatives, upholding corporate governance and organizational consistency.
• Oversaw confidential documentation processes, ensuring secure handling and full compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
• Proactively identified project risks, developed mitigation strategies, and maintained stakeholder transparency through regular reporting.
• Acted as primary liaison between Program Manager, Country Leads, and Regional Heads, enabling effective communication and regional coordination.

Project Management (IT Projects) Azure Credits Optimization (ACO) Program

• Led end-to-end planning and execution of IT projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and budget constraints.
• Managed cross-functional teams across software development, infrastructure, QA, and operations to deliver scalable technology solutions.
• Defined project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Created detailed project plans using MS Project and Smartsheet, tracking milestones, dependencies, and resource allocation.
• Facilitated Agile/Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives to improve team accountability and delivery speed.
• Proactively managed project risks and issues by implementing mitigation strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to project deliverables.
• Oversaw vendor relationships and third-party integrations, ensuring adherence to SLAs and contractual obligations.
• Delivered comprehensive project status reports and dashboards to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment across business units.
• Ensured compliance with IT governance, cybersecurity policies, and data protection standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Led change management initiatives, including stakeholder communication, end-user training, and system adoption strategies.
• Led strategic initiatives within the ACO program to drive cloud adoption by maximizing the value of Azure credits across internal projects.
• Managed Azure budget allocations, ensuring effective investment in cloud infrastructure and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to monitor Azure consumption, delivering actionable insights through structured reporting to project leadership.
• Automated reporting workflows by developing an Excel VBA Auto-mailer, reducing manual workload by 5 hours/week and improving reporting accuracy and efficiency.

• Led planning and execution of engineering and infrastructure projects across upstream and downstream operations, consistently delivering within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams—including engineering, procurement, HSE, and construction—to ensure alignment with project objectives and seamless collaboration.
• Utilized project management tools such as MS Project and Primavera P6 to develop, monitor, and control project timelines, resource allocation, and milestone achievement.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to address safety, environmental, and operational challenges proactively.
• Ensured strict compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including API, ISO, and local oil & gas regulations.
• Facilitated daily and weekly progress meetings, delivering KPI and cost-performance reports to stakeholders and senior leadership for informed decision-making.
• Managed change orders, documentation, and scope adjustments through structured change control processes, minimizing project disruptions.
• Led post-project reviews and captured lessons learned to drive continuous improvement and optimize future project delivery.

Site Planner – Wind Turbine Installation (100 MW Wind Farm)

• Planned and coordinated the successful installation of a 100 MW wind farm comprising 48+ turbines, ensuring seamless execution of site operations.
• Defined detailed project activities and performed resource estimation to support accurate scheduling and efficient site-level resource allocation.
• Monitored project progress against key milestones and proactively reported status updates, risks, and challenges to senior management.
• Directed deployment of manpower, materials, and machinery, optimizing utilization to prevent delays and ensure continuous operations.
• Managed all project documentation with strict version control practices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and contractual standards.
• Served as the primary customer liaison, addressing technical queries, managing documentation requests, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Led weekly status review meetings with project leadership to assess progress, evaluate risks, and ensure alignment with project timelines and objectives.

Project Coordinator – New Product Development (2-Wheeler)

• Led end-to-end coordination for the development of a new two-wheeler product within the ASEAN Business Group, managing all phases from concept design to manufacturing readiness.
• Developed and tracked comprehensive project plans using MS Project, aligning deliverables and timelines with strategic goals while closely monitoring plan vs. actuals.
• Monitored project progress and delivered timely updates to stakeholders, highlighting key milestones, achievements, risks, and required interventions.
• Collaborated with R&D and operations teams to oversee testing, prototyping, and assembly activities, ensuring smooth transitions between development phases.
• Coordinated with centralized procurement teams to ensure timely acquisition of project-specific components and materials, minimizing delays and bottlenecks.
• Served as a key liaison among cross-functional teams including R&D, operations, procurement, and testing, fostering collaboration and alignment throughout the product development lifecycle.