Project Manager I - Data Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Project / Program Manager to lead distributed onshore-offshore teams delivering data engineering, data migration, and data modernization initiatives for a US enterprise client. The role involves end-to-end project delivery, client engagement, governance, people management, resource planning, onboarding, and account growth.

This is a management-focused role and does not require hands-on technical development expertise.

Project & Program Management

Experience managing Data Engineering, Data Migration, Data Modernization, or ETL implementation projects.

Strong understanding of data project lifecycles, estimations, planning, delivery tracking, and risk management.

Proven experience managing multiple workstreams and dependencies.

Agile Delivery Management

Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Experience conducting daily standups, sprint reviews, backlog grooming, and release planning.

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Azure DevOps

Client & Stakeholder Management

Minimum 3 years of direct engagement with US-based clients.

Ability to manage executive-level communications, governance meetings, and stakeholder expectations.

Experience presenting project status, risks, KPIs, and escalation plans.

People Management

Proven experience leading distributed onshore/offshore teams.

Experience managing teams of 25+ members.

Strong skills in:

• Performance management
• Coaching and mentoring
• Employee engagement
• Conflict resolution
• Resource planning and succession management

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Ability to conduct executive reviews, governance meetings, and difficult conversations with confidence.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Exposure to Data Warehousing, Cloud Data Platforms, or Analytics programs.
• Experience supporting account growth and identifying new business opportunities.
• Knowledge of onboarding, training management, and workforce development processes.
• Experience working with global delivery models.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, SAFe, or related project management certifications.
• Familiarity with compliance, security, and access governance processes.

  Project Delivery & Tracking

  Maintain an integrated project plan and backlog across all workstreams.

  Track project progress, risks, issues, dependencies, and blockers.

  Monitor sprint commitments and drive recovery plans when required.

  Manage scope changes and stakeholder expectations.

  Client Collaboration & Governance

  Serve as the primary point of contact for client managers and leads.

  Prepare and present weekly status reports and monthly governance reviews.

  Maintain risk, issue, decision, and action logs.

  Monitor and report delivery KPIs.

  People Management

  Lead, motivate, and manage teams across multiple locations.

  Conduct performance reviews and regular feedback sessions.

  Identify and address performance or skill gaps.

  Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives.

  Ensure backup planning and timely resource replacement.

  Onboarding & Training

  Manage onboarding activities for new team members.

  Coordinate technical, domain, and process training programs.

  Track training completion, certifications, and readiness.

  Promote knowledge-sharing sessions and documentation management.

  Resource & Operations Management

  Manage resource allocation, utilization, and workforce planning.

  Coordinate hiring requirements with recruitment teams.

  Review and approve candidate fitment for project needs.

  Ensure compliance, security, and access management adherence.

  Validate timesheet and billing accuracy.

  Account Growth

  Identify opportunities for additional client support and service expansion.

  Collaborate with leadership teams to convert opportunities into project proposals.

6-10 years of overall IT experience.

Data Engineering

Data Migration

Data Modernization

ETL Implementation Projects

Strong experience with Agile/Scrum delivery models.

Proven success managing distributed onshore/offshore teams.

Minimum 3 years of direct interaction with US-based clients.

Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.