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Project Manager

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1. Job Title : Project Manager 2. Job Summary : The role of Project Manager focuses on delivering complex technology initiatives using Planview PPM while coordinating hybrid work model teams and ensuring high quality outcomes. The candidate will manage schedules risks and budgets for projects in an MNC environment with a focus on structured governance and transparent communication to stakeholders and partners. 3. Experience : 10 - 13 years 4. Required Skills : Technical Skills: Planview PPM Domain Skills: 5. Nice to have skills : Domain Skills:Cards & Payments 6. Technology : Custom Service 7. Shift : Day 8. Responsibilities : -Drive end to end management of technology projects using Planview PPM to ensure predictable delivery of scope schedule and quality across a hybrid work model environment. -Coordinate cross functional teams and stakeholders through Planview PPM timelines and work plans to keep project milestones aligned with organizational goals and client expectations. -Monitor project health by tracking effort progress dependencies and issues in Planview PPM to enable timely corrective actions and maintain portfolio visibility. -Manage project budgets resource allocations and baselines in Planview PPM to optimize utilization while maintaining compliance with financial guidelines and corporate standards. -Prepare and present structured status reports using data from Planview PPM to provide transparent insights into risks decisions and delivery outcomes for senior stakeholders. -Define and implement governance routines such as standups steering forums and review checkpoints to drive disciplined execution and clear accountability across all project contributors. -Identify analyze and mitigate project risks and issues through proactive planning in Planview PPM ensuring minimal impact to timelines service continuity and customer experience. -Collaborate with business and technology teams to refine scope manage change requests and align requirements so that project outcomes support strategic objectives and operational readiness. -Coordinate testing readiness release planning and post implementation reviews to confirm that delivered solutions meet acceptance criteria regulatory needs and operational support expectations. -Apply domain understanding of cards and payments where relevant to clarify requirements support integration planning and enhance alignment with industry practices and client journeys. -Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and updating Planview PPM templates workflows and reporting views to strengthen future project execution. -Support hybrid teams by organizing clear communication channels documentation practices and working agreements that enable inclusive collaboration and predictable delivery. -Ensure adherence to organizational standards for compliance security quality and documentation so that project artifacts remain audit ready and aligned with company policies. -Qualifications -Possess extensive experience in managing medium to large scale technology projects using Planview PPM including creation of roadmaps financials resource plans and detailed schedules. -Demonstrate strong proficiency in portfolio reporting within Planview PPM translating data into meaningful insights for stakeholders on capacity risks benefits and delivery performance. -Bring solid background in classical and adaptive project management practices including planning tracking risk management and stakeholder engagement in complex enterprise settings. -Show hands on experience working in hybrid or distributed team structures with proven ability to maintain coordination productivity and engagement across on site and remote contributors. -Exhibit working knowledge of cards and payments domain including transaction flows authorization settlement and compliance considerations even if experience is primarily on technology delivery side. -Display strong communication facilitation and negotiation capabilities to manage expectations clarify decisions and support alignment among diverse business and technology groups. -Apply structured problem solving skills to resolve delivery challenges identify root causes and recommend practical remediation actions within time and budget constraints. -Utilize familiarity with quality practices testing cycles and release coordination to ensure delivered solutions meet functional nonfunctional and operational readiness standards. -Maintain commitment to continuous learning and professional development by exploring new Planview PPM features project practices and industry trends relevant to cards and payments and enterprise technology. 9. Job Location : Primary Location :PHMETAGA04(ITPHL Taguig ME -36 St Corner COG) Alternate Location :NA NA Alternate Location 1 :NA NA 10. Job Type : Project Manager [50PG07] 11. Demand Requires Travel? : No 12. Certifications Required : NA


What we offer

  • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
  • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
  • The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
  • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.

Your path to Cognizant

Wondering what to expect after you apply? Here’s a peek at our recruitment process—and keep in mind that not all candidates advance through every step and the process may vary depending on your role and location.

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Step 1: Application

Find an open role that aligns with your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Consider joining our Talent Community if you don’t find the right opportunity.

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Step 2: Recruiter call

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short introductory call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills align with the role.

Step 3: Interview(s)

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll meet with one of our hiring managers. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Final decision

Our hiring team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This process may take some time because we want to get it right—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our teams achieve incredible things when they feel fully supported. That’s why our benefits program is built around the diverse needs of our people—so they can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation is competitive and reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, discount programs, etc.

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Physical and mental wellbeing

Physical and mental wellbeing

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

Your Career, Your Way
Your career, your way

Your career, your way

With 90% of our associates building skills through GenAI training, job shadowing, industry certifications and more, you have everything you need to build a full career.

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Real-world impact

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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