PAVAN GADIRAJU
Summary
Dynamic Senior Project Manager at GE Healthcare with expertise in cloud migrations and stakeholder management. Successfully led complex projects, enhancing network performance and reducing data discrepancies by 60%. Proven leadership in risk assessment and problem-solving, ensuring project success through effective communication and collaboration across diverse teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
GE Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
- Supervised skilled off-shore engineers, facilitating effective application migration and achieving efficient system integration.
- Oversaw comprehensive network support operations, covering firewall configurations, F5 load balancer settings, and cloud networking setups.
- Directed resolution of network-related tickets raised by application owners during migration process.
- Coordinated procurement of network components, servers, and site infrastructure devices.
- Handled F5 load balancers and distributed cloud services.
- Enhanced network performance by applying best practices for security and optimization during migration phase.
- Maintained clear visibility into project developments, regularly updating stakeholders, including application owners and senior management.
- Created and updated project documentation to enhance knowledge transfer processes.
- Ensured seamless execution and value delivery through collaboration with Directors, CTOs, CEOs.
- Delivered project reports, risk evaluations, and actionable strategies to senior leadership, driving informed decision-making.
- Monitored team performance through regular reviews.
- Worked with diverse teams to synchronize network support tasks with comprehensive project objectives.
- Maintained compliance with data protection protocols throughout the migration project.
- Standardized processes for network support tasks developed and implemented, enhancing efficiency.
- Identified potential risks during network migration and implemented minimization strategies.
- Engaged with application owners, network teams, and senior management to align project objectives.
- Ensured project transparency through structured communication strategies across diverse teams.
- Developed detailed documentation such as network architecture diagrams and change management records.
- Developed risk mitigation techniques to preemptively tackle potential issues.
- Performed comprehensive gap analysis to pinpoint areas for improvement in network support processes, implemented corrective actions.
Project Manager
Finder
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Executed medium to complex data governance and cloud migration projects, surpassing client expectations.
- Performed thorough requirements collection.
- Evaluated current data infrastructure and developed a migration strategy utilizing ETL tools.
- Led daily stand-up meetings for Agile team.
- Facilitated reporting of progress through regular updates covering achievements, obstacles, and next steps.
- Address challenges brought up during team huddles.
- Liaise with the project team to devise upcoming sprint plans.
- Evaluated backlog to determine priority of user stories and tasks.
- Assessed effort needed for each user story and evaluated sprint capacity.
- Cultivated strong rapport with Directors, CTOs, and CEOs to ensure open dialogue on project requirements.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to advance digital transformation initiatives.
- Facilitated Scrum meetings to coordinate sprint planning and execution.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential project threats.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to collect insights and align objectives.
- Utilized best practices to optimize project delivery.
- Executed a highly effective data governance strategy, reducing data discrepancies by 60%.
- Worked with diverse teams to coordinate the successful implementation and rollout of integrated solutions.
- Manage project budget and resource utilization for optimal efficiency.
- Analyzed completed projects to highlight lessons learned and recommend improvements.
- Facilitated a harmonious team culture to increase efficiency and motivation.
- Monitored industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance project strategies.
- Presented milestone achievements to senior management consistently.
- Led workshops to coach team members on Agile methodologies.
- Monitored project outcomes relative to KPIs and adjusted strategies.
- Explored ways to automate tasks for more efficient project execution.
- Cultivated innovation and excellence in the project team, promoting best practices to enhance project results.
Project Manager
City Of Hope Hospitals
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Assess the status of ongoing projects, including timelines, budget, and resource allocation
- Identify any potential issues or risks that may impact project delivery
- Developed and delivered training programs to educate employees on data governance principles and best practices
- Facilitated data governance meetings and working groups to drive alignment and decision-making
- Engage with project stakeholders to provide updates on project status, address concerns, and gather feedback
- Maintain open lines of communication to ensure alignment with project objectives
- Coordinate and oversee the daily activities of project team members, assigning tasks, providing guidance, and resolving any issues that arise
- Foster a collaborative and productive team environment
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and project metrics to measure progress and performance against predefined goals and benchmarks.
- Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Conduct regular project meetings, including kick-off meetings, status updates, and milestone reviews
- Ensure that meeting agendas are followed, action items are addressed, and decisions are documented
- Provided regular reports and project performance analytics to CTOs and CEOs, offering actionable insights that supported strategic planning and resource allocation
- Led cross-functional teams and coordinated executive-level meetings with CTOs and CEOs to resolve high-impact issues, prioritize resources, and accelerate project timelines
- Spearheaded the development of a data governance training program that improved employee awareness by 80%
- Recognized for outstanding project management and leadership in data governance initiatives
- Address any project-related issues or escalations promptly, implementing effective solutions to minimize disruptions and keep the project on track
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to resolve conflicts and mitigate risks
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers
- Ensure that documentation is accessible to all team members and stakeholders
- Review project budget and expenses regularly to ensure adherence to financial constraints
- Identify any variances or discrepancies and take appropriate action to mitigate risks and optimize resources
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks on a daily basis
- Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address potential threats to project success
- Monitor project deliverables and outcomes to ensure that quality standards are met
- Implement quality assurance processes and conduct regular reviews to identify areas for improvement
- Maintain regular communication with clients or project sponsors to provide updates on project progress, address concerns, and gather feedback
- Ensure that client expectations are managed effectively throughout the project lifecycle
Lead Project Manager
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Successfully setup the off-shore Cloud center of Excellence (CCOE)
- Identifying individual cloud accounts and merging them in to the organization for AWS/Azure/GCP
- Co-ordinated with the cloud service providers and implemented EDP resulted in the savings of $1mn
- Co-ordinating and overseeing the vendor (Cognizant) deliverables as per the SOW & defined SLA’s
- Chair project governance meetings and architectural review meetings
- Budget and cost control governance with the vendor (Cognizant)
- Chair CAB meetings to review and approve any CR’s related to the SOW
Project Manager
Circana
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Company Overview: (USA), formerly IRi
- Review project objectives, scope, and requirements to ensure clarity and alignment with organizational goals
- Develop comprehensive project plans encompassing timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to guide project execution effectively
- Identify project dependencies and critical path activities to optimize project sequencing and resource utilization
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define clear project deliverables and establish measurable success criteria
- Negotiated project scope and resource allocations directly with CTOs and CEOs, ensuring optimal outcomes for all stakeholders
- Conduct thorough risk assessments and devise robust risk mitigation strategies to proactively manage project uncertainties
- Establish efficient communication channels and reporting mechanisms to facilitate transparent project oversight and stakeholder engagement
- Ensure completeness and currency of project documentation to provide a reliable reference for project activities and decisions
- Facilitate regular status meetings with the project team to review progress, address challenges, and maintain alignment with project objectives
- Coordinate effectively with vendors, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and adherence to contractual obligations
- Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and budget diligently, evaluating impacts and implementing adjustments as necessary
- Proactively resolve conflicts or issues that arise during project execution, fostering a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach
- Monitor project expenses closely, adhering to budget constraints and seeking opportunities for cost optimization where possible
- Provide guidance and support to the project team as needed, leveraging expertise and resources to overcome obstacles and achieve project goals
- Ensure satisfactory completion of all project deliverables, conducting comprehensive reviews and obtaining formal acceptance from stakeholders
- Conduct thorough final reviews of project documentation and deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards
- Effectively close out contracts with vendors and contractors, ensuring all obligations are fulfilled and necessary documentation is completed
- (USA), formerly IRi
Lead-Team
GE
08.2012 - 07.2017
- Spearheaded procurement processes as a Regional RSO Project Manager for the APAC region, facilitating the acquisition of essential server infrastructure through meticulous PO requests for leading vendors such as HP and Dell
- Orchestrated seamless collaboration with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Single Point of Contact (SPOC) to ensure punctual delivery of hardware, optimizing operational efficiency
- Liaised closely with Data Center (DC) team to promptly initiate escort ticket procedures for hardware installation, maintaining strict adherence to project timelines and standards
- Collaborated with on-site hands & feet team to meticulously execute cabling and networking tasks, fostering a streamlined deployment process and minimizing operational disruptions
- Proficiently conducted Operating System (OS) builds on diverse hardware platforms, encompassing Windows, Linux, and VMware environments, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility with client requirements
- Successfully delivered configured servers to clients, demonstrating a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and exceeding customer expectations
Education
B. Com -
Acharya Nagarjuna University
06.2005
Skills
- Project Planning and Management
- Stakeholder Management
- IT Infrastructure
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Networking
- Communication and Collaboration
- Cloud migrations
- Conflict Resolution
- Financial Acumen
- Risk Assessment and mitigation
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership and Prioritization
Certification
- PMP
- Associate Cloud Engineer (Google)
- PRINCE2
Personal Information
Title: Sr. Project Manager | PMP
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
GE Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Finder
07.2022 - 11.2023
Project Manager
City Of Hope Hospitals
07.2021 - 07.2022
Lead Project Manager
11.2020 - 07.2021
Project Manager
Circana
04.2018 - 11.2020
Lead-Team
GE
08.2012 - 07.2017
B. Com -
Acharya Nagarjuna University
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