Job Summary
Senior Project Manager role in a hybrid work model focusing on complex research and development initiatives that rely on advanced data models and modern desktop applications built with Windows Presentation Foundation. The role spans proposal development lead generation and nurturing campaigns and structured project governance over a full delivery lifecycle for global clients.
Responsibilities
Drive end to end management of large research and development projects by defining scope schedules and budgets that align with client and organizational objectivesCoordinate cross functional teams to deliver Windows Presentation Foundation based applications that meet usability performance and reliability expectations for enterprise usersOversee creation and refinement of data models that support analytics reporting and intelligent decision making across multiple business domainsDevelop and maintain detailed project plans risk registers and status reports to ensure day to day transparency for stakeholders in a hybrid working environmentManage proposal development by organizing inputs solution narratives and estimation details that position the organization competitively for complex opportunitiesGuide lead generation activities by aligning campaigns with strategic accounts and ensuring that nurturing workflows translate into qualified opportunities and measurable pipeline contributionMonitor project financials by tracking effort costs and benefits to ensure that initiatives remain within approved budgets while delivering targeted value outcomesCollaborate with architects designers and engineers to ensure that Windows Presentation Foundation solutions integrate cleanly with existing platforms and follow secure coding and deployment practicesEngage with clients regularly to gather feedback clarify requirements and adjust delivery priorities so that evolving research and development needs are met effectivelyImplement standardized governance practices for project execution including change management issue resolution and periodic reviews tailored for day shift operationsCoordinate testing and validation cycles for data models and user interfaces ensuring that quality criteria are satisfied before production releases and client adoptionMentor project team members on project management practices communication discipline and stakeholder engagement to foster a culture of ownership and continuous improvementReport progress risks and achievements to senior stakeholders through structured narratives that highlight business impact customer outcomes and contributions to societal value through research driven solutionsDrive adoption of best practices in documentation metrics and project retrospectives so that lessons learned from data model and application initiatives are reused effectively across future work
Qualifications
Possess extensive experience in managing large scale research and development programs with a strong focus on measurable innovation outcomes and structured experimentation cyclesDemonstrate hands on exposure to Windows Presentation Foundation projects including coordination of user experience requirements performance considerations and deployment planning for hybrid teamsExhibit deep familiarity with data models including conceptual logical and physical perspectives applied to analytics reporting and operational decision workflowsBring proven background in proposal development and management including shaping value propositions estimating effort and coordinating responses for complex client solicitationsShow significant experience in lead generation and nurturing campaigns by working closely with marketing and sales partners to convert interest into qualified demand for technology solutionsDisplay strong understanding of hybrid work models day shift expectations and collaboration tools needed to coordinate distributed project contributors effectivelyHighlight ability to manage dependencies across multiple projects while maintaining disciplined communication with stakeholders and adhering to corporate governance standardsIllustrate comfort with interpreting financial indicators such as budgets forecasts and realized benefits to keep initiatives aligned with strategic and fiscal expectationsCommunicate clearly in both written and spoken form with an emphasis on concise status reporting risk articulation and expectation setting across technical and nontechnical audiences
Certifications Required
Preferred certifications include Project Management Professional PMP and Agile Certified Practitioner ACP or equivalent project management credential.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
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