ARAVIND RAJ BRAMHADEVULA

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Certified project management professional PMP and CSM with 14+ years of experience in agile, waterfall, SaaS based ERP
applications and IT infrastructure with stakeholder and cross-functional team collaboration to deliver projects on time, schedule
and within budget. Skilled in cloud-based solutions, ensuring seamless integration and scalability. Known for exceptional
communication and stakeholder management. Driving project success from initiation to project execution. Seeking a PM/scrum role
to bring strategic leadership and leverage my skills in driving a successful project.

Summary
 Spearheaded the adoption and implementation of Agile methodologies, enhancing project flexibility and responsiveness to
evolving requirements.
 Provided strong leadership to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment, resulting
in successful project outcomes.
 Validated the essential documents such as System Design Document, Functional Specifications, and Change Request
Documents.
 Played a pivotal role in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to ensure project requirements were met.
 Acted as a primary liaison between business, operations, and technical teams, ensuring smooth project cycles and
developing key project documentation including SDD’s, FRDs, user stories, and product backlogs.
 Proficient in monitoring and evaluated COTS vendor performance, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
 Experience in conducting SaaS software testing and quality assurance, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
 Experience in generating detailed project reports in Microsoft Project, providing stakeholders with real-time visibility into
project status, budget adherence, and key performance indicators.
 Expert in implementing project controls to monitor progress and mitigate risks associated with archiving accounting
system data, maintaining project timelines and budget constraints.
 Demonstrated proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, ensuring robust project scope definition and effective gap
analysis.
 Experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in overseeing complex acquisition projects from initiation
through successful completion.
 Demonstrated adeptness in cross-functional collaboration, aligning enterprise-wide business needs with innovative
research, design, and technology solutions.
 Experience in maintaining a RAID log (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies), actively tracking and mitigating risks, and
resolving issues to keep the project on track.
 Oversaw program budgets and financials, tracking expenditures, forecasting costs, and ensuring adherence to budgetary
constraints.
 Facilitated daily scrum and sprint planning sessions, focusing on meticulous documentation and deadline adherence.
Implemented efficient communication channels to bridge time zone gaps with offshore teams.
 Communicated findings effectively through oral and visual presentations, showcasing features and solutions internally and
externally.
 Played a key role as a liaison between QA, leadership, and customer-facing teams, fostering cross-functional collaboration.

SKILLS

Project Management: Agile Scrum, Waterfall, Six sigma SDLC, ITIL

Awards: Star of the Project, Verint Systems - Recognized for outstanding Q4 performance.
Tools: Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Slack, ServiceNow, Enterprise applications, Excel,
PowerPoint, MS office, Microsoft Azure, AWS, Power BI, Workday, Visio

Certifications: PMP®, LEAN Six Sigma Black belt (LSSBB)

Project management skills: Multi-Tasking, Stakeholder management, Mentoring, Workflow, Problem solving,
Interpersonal skills, Leadership, Vendor management, Analytical, Deliverables, Time management, communication skills,
Mentoring.

EXPERIENCE
JPMC ATLANTA, GA
Lead Information Technology Project Manager August 2022 to till date

 Lead the planning and execution of organizational programs, overseeing 4 concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with
goals, and managing scope, budget, resources, and timelines.
 Advocated for Agile practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability across the organization.
 Integrated user feedback to drive customer-centric enhancements, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
 Utilized Agile metrics, Jira dashboards, and efficient communication channels for on-track delivery and stakeholder
satisfaction.
 Collaborated closely with key stakeholders, gathering requirements, addressing concerns, and ensuring project outcomes
met or exceeded expectations.
 Applied Agile metrics, such as velocity and burn-down charts, to monitor and enhance team performance and project
predictability.
 Managed project budgets by overseeing resource allocation, tracking expenditures, and ensuring alignment with financial
projections to maintain fiscal responsibility throughout the project lifecycle.
 Developed and maintained detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, to monitor
progress and address risks proactively.
 Conducted COTS software evaluations, selecting optimal solutions for project needs.
 Monitored project progress through Microsoft Project, identifying potential risks and delays, and implemented corrective
actions to keep the project on track.
 Customized Jira workflows and configurations to align with project-specific requirements, optimizing the platform for
enhanced task tracking and reporting.
 Developed comprehensive project plans for the merger, including resource allocation, timelines, and communication
strategies.
 Identified potential synergies during acquisitions and led initiatives to capture value, including process improvements and
cost savings.
 Led the end-to-end project management process for archiving legacy accounting system data post-migration, ensuring data
integrity and accessibility for compliance audits.
 Managed stakeholder expectations, including C-level executives, to ensure project outcomes met business priorities.
 Developed and executed SaaS migration plans, minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.
 Conducted risk management activities following PMBOK risk management framework, identifying and mitigating project
risks.
 Managed multiple work streams, partnering with different teams, understanding progress, blockers, and milestones in the
project.
 Developed and executed project plans for the successful transition of accounting data to archival systems, coordinating
with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.
 Implemented robust project management tools to streamline the tracking of project phases, enabling real-time visibility
into project progress and resource utilization.
 Established and regularly updated a RACI matrix to clarify roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities across all project
teams.
 Provided regular project status updates to C-level executives, ensuring timely decision-making and alignment with
corporate objectives.
 Managed stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the merger process, ensuring transparency and
addressing concerns promptly.
 Implemented quality management plans according to PMBOK quality management framework, ensuring high-quality
project deliverables.
 Implemented efficient communication channels to bridge time zone gaps and facilitate real time discussions with offshore
teams.
 Managed third-party consultants and vendors supporting the acquisition process, ensuring timely delivery of services and
results.
 Developed executive-level presentations and reports, summarizing project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
 Implemented and maintained Jira dashboards and reports, providing real-time insights into project progress, and
facilitating data-driven decision-making.
 Developed detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation schedules for multiple concurrent SaaS projects.
 Successfully managed multiple projects, ensuring each project stayed on track with its respective timeline and deliverables.
 Utilized tools such as Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, SharePoint, AWS, Git, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Power Apps,
Microsoft Project, Excel, MS Teams.
SB COUNTY (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH) San Bernardino, CA
IT Project Manager/ Program Manager Jan 2020 - July 2022
 Responsible for managing software development on the EXOS One Marketplace project, an Azure-based
E Commerce website with multiple machine learning models built in which a default servicer can use to manage multiple
HFA loan assets during a loan’s default process
 Managed Software Developers, BI Specialists, Data Engineers, Business Analysis and QA Engineers to accomplish project
goals using AGILE Scrum processes.
 Developed detailed budget plans, forecasts, and financial reports to track project expenses and identify cost-saving
opportunities.
 Tracked and managed resource allocation across multiple work streams, ensuring optimal utilization of team members and
alignment with project priorities.
 Created and managed project dashboards to provide real-time insights into project status, including key milestones and
deliverables.
 Utilized Microsoft Project to allocate resources effectively across multiple projects, ensuring optimal team performance and
balanced workloads.
 Managed project budgets and costs using PMBOK cost management framework, ensuring accurate forecasting and control.
 Responsible for tracking the company’s Sales Rep’s progress in presenting EXOS One Marketplace to various banks and
lending institutes, including setting up demonstration calls, tracking client sample loan delivery, and presenting sample loan
processing results back to the client
 Monitored progress against merger objectives, using key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and adjust plans
as needed.
 Developed comprehensive project plans for acquisition activities, including timelines, resource allocation, and
communication strategies.
 Monitored project finances closely, including budget tracking, cost forecasting, and variance analysis, to ensure financial
goals were met.
 Developed post-acquisition performance
 Worked closely with C-level executives to prioritize project portfolios, balancing business needs with resource availability.
 Developed SaaS-based reporting and analytics, providing insights and driving business decisions.
 Managed COTS software customization and configuration, meeting project requirements.
 Monitored the RAID log to proactively identify potential issues and risks, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize
project impact.
 Worked with project team leads, various network services teams and InfoSec/IT Risk from various geographical locations to
advance project objectives
 As a Scrum Coach and a Master, and Project Manager, created and maintained high level project schedules using Microsoft
Project, and for Sprint Planning and Daily Standups meetings using Microsoft DevOps (replacing TFS) and PlanView for
AGILE Scrum activities
 Reported project status to business stakeholders, a Division-level President and the Sr. VPs direct reports on a bi-weekly
basis

CVS WOONSOCKET, RI
Project Manager / Program Manager Oct 2017 – December 2019

 Led the optimization of project initiation process by validating SOW (Statement of work), coordinating order procurement,
and conducting detailed review of system design document; effectively utilized Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to
mitigate risks, resulting in a significant 10% reduction in project disruptions and ensuring smooth project execution.
 Successfully led business integration initiatives, driving the development of business plans and product roadmaps.
 Monitored project status regularly, sending weekly reports through Outlook and Teams, improving overall project
transparency by 20%.
 Led scrum ceremonies, including daily standup, backlog refinement, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives for
2-week sprint cycles, utilizing Jira for backlog management and achieving a 10% improvement in team collaboration and
velocity.
 Collaborated with C-level executives to align project resources and budgets with the company's strategic objectives.
 Accelerated project success through meticulous timeline planning and utilization of ServiceNow and Verint templates;
adeptly resolved impediments, ensuring progress and on-time project delivery.
 Conducted regular risk assessments throughout the merger process, developing and implementing mitigation strategies
for potential challenges.
 Implemented robust project management tools and platforms to streamline SaaS project tracking, reporting, and
collaboration.
  Acted as a liaison between stakeholder and internal multiple business units, fostering effective communication through
Slack and ServiceNow, resulting in an exceptional decrease in substantial improvements in decision-making efficiency,
enabling quicker response to project challenges.
 Delivered executive briefings on key project milestones, financial performance, and operational impacts.
 Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration and resource allocation, ensuring successful project completion within scope,
timeline SLA, and quality, achieving a noteworthy 30% increase in overall project efficiency.
 Led post-implementation reviews with in-built product house team, achieving a significant improvement in team
collaboration, and enhancing project outcomes.
 Developed and maintained relationships with C-level executives to foster collaboration and long-term partnership.
 Developed and delivered impactful PowerPoint presentations for scheduling kick -off meetings, communicating complex
data and insights with senior management to drive informed decision-making.

WELLS FARGO Bengaluru, INDIA

Business Analyst /Project Manager July 2014 – Aug 2017

 Gathered business and functional requirements for the development of a customized online portal linked to an in-house
system, enabling efficient tracking of customer activities.
 Conducted impactful data analysis using SQL, Power BI, and Excel to identify call patterns, shaping targeted departments,
and boosting customer engagement.
 Managed changing project requirements by analyzing impacts and coordinating discussions with the product owner, Scrum
Master, and Scrum team, ensuring seamless adaptation.
 Developed and maintained crucial project management tools (Jira, Excel) like problem, release, and sprint burndown
charts, providing real-time insights into project progress.
 Led the development and management of detailed project plans and schedules, including the creation of Work Breakdown
Structures (WBS) to ensure organized task execution.
 Utilized a versatile toolkit (Jira, MS Word, Excel, SQL, Power BI, MS PowerPoint, Visio, for streamlined collaboration,
efficient project management, and transparent communication, contributing to project success.

COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS Bengaluru, INDIA

Senior Project Coordinator December 2010 - June 2014

 Documented and followed up on important actions and decisions from meetings, ensuring alignment with project
objectives.
 Coordinated the preparation and readiness of all project deliverables for gating and deployment.
 Achieved all project milestones, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and leading to a 30% increase in client satisfaction.
 Coordinated with PMO office, technical team for effort estimation and cost estimation resulting in approval of time frame
for each task.
 Directed collaboration with HR team to strategically align an increase resource with specific role requirements, resulting in
a 20% reduction in time-to-fill positions and increased in quality hires by 25%.
 Enhanced operations across diverse operating environments, including Data Centres and Network platforms, resulting in a
25% reduction in downtime and enhanced system stability.
 Identified process gaps and proposed solutions for daily operational procedures, utilizing service now for process
improvement and achieving a 20% improvement in overall operational efficiency.