Abdal Hussainy
Project Manager
Manor,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic Project Manager with a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-impact software solutions. Proficient in Agile methodologies and adept at managing budgets and resources for multimillion-dollar projects. Passionate about fostering innovation and enhancing team productivity, resulting in significant cost savings and increased project success rates. Eager to bring this drive for excellence to support corporate projects at a dynamic and people-focused organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Project Manager
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV)
08.2024 - Current
- Leading migration of financial and accounting processes into Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central using Azure and MDM, improving automation, accuracy, and compliance in financial operations.
- Driving the redevelopment of legacy application and deploying to AWS Cloud, enhancing scalability, performance, and reducing long-term infrastructure costs.
- Running the Enterprise Document Management System (EDMS) modernization project, transitioning from IBM FileNet to Box to streamline document workflows and strengthen records compliance.
- Collaborating with Texas DIR vendors on cloud strategy, networking processes, and governance frameworks, ensuring secure, scalable, and compliant infrastructure.
- Coordinating cross-functional teams of developers, analysts, and vendors to deliver complex modernization projects with minimal disruption to DMV services.
- Implementing Agile delivery methods and cloud governance frameworks to accelerate delivery while ensuring adherence to state IT security and compliance standards.
- Managing multimillion-dollar budgets, vendor contracts, and project risks to achieve modernization goals on time and within scope.
- Partnering with agency leadership and external stakeholders to align modernization initiatives with statewide technology strategies and improved citizen services.
Project Manager
CGI Technologies & Solutions
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Defined scope and objectives for enterprise-level projects, collaborating with key stakeholders.
- Developed and executed detailed project plans, setting benchmarks for deliverables.
- Recruited and managed a project team of 40+ professionals, including developers and analysts.
- Led 5 cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions, enhancing productivity by 25%.
- As Scrum Master, facilitated Agile ceremonies, improving project velocity by 20%.
- Utilized Jira/ADO to track progress for sprints, increasing efficiency by 15%.
- Managed budgets and resources for projects valued over $5M, ensuring cost-efficiency.
- Identified and mitigated risks for projects, preventing over $2M in potential overruns.
Project Manager
Amdocs
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Led cross-functional teams of up to 50 members across multiple time zones.
- Conducted Scrum of Scrum meetings and assisted the Product Owner in backlog grooming.
- Coordinated code releases, managed cross-team dependencies, and provided metrics to senior management.
- Boosted project success rate to 95% by implementing advanced risk management strategies.
- Improved team productivity by 40% by championing innovative Agile practices and tools.
- Managed a portfolio of 20 projects with a $12M budget, reducing delivery costs by $2M annually.
Project Manager
CGI Technologies & Solutions
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed deliverables across projects using both traditional and Agile methodologies.
- Finalized requirements with stakeholders, enhancing clarity and reducing scope changes.
- Oversaw full development lifecycle, improving customer satisfaction by 15%.
- Increased project profitability by 10% by managing financials and contingency planning.
- Enhanced team efficiency through test planning in Scrum sprints.
- Improved QA compliance by 25% via Agile process improvements.
PMO Consultant
Virtusa Software Services
02.2015 - 07.2017
- Maintained SOW, resource, revenue, and billing efficiency trackers.
- Coordinated Salesforce project initiation and managed resource activities.
- Managed risk logs, facilitated meetings, and analyzed revenue variances.
- Supported invoicing, purchase orders, and project monitoring activities.
Project Support
HCL Technologies
02.2012 - 01.2015
- Initiated projects per Statements of Work (SOW) in internal systems.
- Managed resource demand/supply and maintained project plans using MS Project.
- Coordinated User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for multiple sub-products.
- Monitored revenue/expenses and prepared engagement dashboards.
- Played an instrumental role in enhancing overall productivity levels within the organization through steadfast commitment to project support responsibilities.
- Provided seamless project support by managing files, organizing backups, and archiving completed work.
Education
MBA - Technology Management
Anna University
01.2015
Bachelor - Information Technology
Anna University
01.2011
Skills
- Project Management & Agile Practices: Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, SDLC, Waterfall, Sprint Planning, User Acceptance Testing
- Cloud & Infrastructure: Azure, AWS, ARM, Data Migration, Networking, Firewall, Cloud Governance
- Collaboration & Productivity Tools: Jira, ADO, Confluence, Smartsheet, SharePoint, MS Project, MS Office
- Development & Testing: Java, JavaScript, SQL, APIs, Postman, BDD, TDD, Quality Assurance, Test Planning
- Financial & Strategic Management: Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost Analysis, PMO, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning
Certification
Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
Timeline
Project Manager
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV)
08.2024 - Current
Project Manager
CGI Technologies & Solutions
01.2022 - 03.2024
Project Manager
Amdocs
05.2021 - 01.2022
Project Manager
CGI Technologies & Solutions
04.2018 - 04.2021
PMO Consultant
Virtusa Software Services
02.2015 - 07.2017
Project Support
HCL Technologies
02.2012 - 01.2015
MBA - Technology Management
Anna University
Bachelor - Information Technology
Anna University