Shanker Salendran

Project Manager

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia18 yrs 5 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Proven track record in diverse industries.
  • Expertise in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Strong background in managing complex technical stacks.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Senior Project Manager with expertise in Telecommunications and Banking sectors.

Contact

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Skills

Core Skills

Project ManagementAgile MethodologiesSoftware DevelopmentBanking Solutions

Other Skills

Performance ManagementCost ManagementProject PlanningResource ManagementProblem SolvingScaled Agile FrameworkTechnical TrainingBankingProgram DevelopmentSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Project MarginsScrumCross-functional CoordinationStakeholder RelationsShareholder Communications

About

Dynamic and results-oriented Senior Project Manager with a proven track record of driving successful project outcomes in diverse industries. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects within scope, budget, and schedule while exceeding client expectations. With a solid background in Program/Project Management, I bring expertise in a wide range of technologies, including Service Now, Java-J2EE, Mainframe Development, Microservices, and Cloud Development & Migration. Undergoing PMP Certification Preparation and holding a Certified Scrum Master certification, I am well-versed in Agile methodologies and have extensive experience in implementing Agile, SAFe Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall methodologies to suit project needs. My career highlights include setting up new delivery teams in the LATAM region for US clients and overseeing talent acquisition. I am passionate about building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, understanding their specific requirements, and managing expectations to achieve project goals. My proactive approach to risk management and mitigation, coupled with my ability to adapt to different project domains including Order Management, Banking, Financial Services, and Telecom, has consistently led to successful project outcomes. Strong background in managing diverse technical stacks, including open-source platforms, Java, J2EE, SQL, Linux, .Net, AWS, and legacy platforms such as Tandem Mainframes & IBM Mainframes to overcome technical challenges. Key strengths include strategic planning and execution, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and team leadership. I excel in maintaining healthy project margins, optimizing project delivery processes, and fostering a collaborative work environment that drives team motivation and commitment to project goals. As I continue to pursue excellence in project management, I am eager to leverage my skills and experience to drive impactful projects and contribute to the success of dynamic organizations. Let's connect with me here or at shanker.salendran@gmail.com and explore opportunities to collaborate on achieving our project management goals.

Experience

18 yrs 5 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 11 mos
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Prodapt north america inc

Senior Project Manager, Programs

Oct 2023 – Dec 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos · Texas, United States · On-site

  • ♦ Take ownership of the creation and management of estimates, project plans, schedules, resource allocations, and expenses.
  • ♦ Execute coding tasks, enhance existing modules, and develop new ones to align with functional requirements.
  • ♦ Organize Agile Sprint planning and meticulously track Sprint progress.
  • ♦ Manage conflicts and risks to ensure project continuity and success.
  • ♦ Prepare weekly resource utilization reports and share them with the operations manager.
  • ♦ Capture minutes of meetings and track action items to ensure accountability, while also presenting monthly project status reports to internal management.
  • Key Highlights:
  • ♦ Directed and guided the development and testing team throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.
  • ♦ Spearheaded requirements gathering and devised technical solutions to meet client needs effectively.
  • ♦ Facilitated client interactions and solicited requirements, while also offering valuable suggestions to product owners.
  • ♦ Implemented project planning (WBS), execution, and tracking processes to ensure project success.
  • ♦ Proactively planned and allocated resources, foreseeing potential challenges and mitigating risks.
  • ♦ Managed expectations effectively within an offshore model by coordinating with clients.
  • ♦ Implemented internal processes for projects and sprints to enable smooth operations.
  • ♦ Identified skill gaps within the team and devised strategies to bridge them effectively.
  • ♦ Provided weekly status reports to clients and presented findings during weekly calls.
  • ♦ Identified and proposed new functionalities to clients, expanding project scope and opportunities.
  • ♦ Calculated costs and prepared Client Profit (CP) submissions for Prodapt Management to ensure financial transparency and accountability.
Performance ManagementCost ManagementProject ManagementAgile Methodologies

Prodapt

Senior Project Manager

Jan 2012 – Dec 2024 · 12 yrs 11 mos · Chennai Area, India

Performance ManagementCost Management

Sungard solutions (india) pvt. ltd.

Senior Software Engineer, Delivery

Feb 2008 – Jan 2012 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Bangalore · On-site

  • ♦ Gathered and reviewed requirements from clients as well as devised technical solutions to meet their needs effectively.
  • ♦ Analyzed programs based on client requirements and conducted thorough downstream impact analyses.
  • ♦ Executed coding tasks, enhancing existing modules and developing new ones to align with functional requirements.
  • ♦ Reviewed and debugged peer code to facilitate seamless code merging as needed.
  • ♦ Steered bug-fixing and troubleshooting efforts and resolved technical issues promptly.
  • ♦ Provided technical training for new team members, facilitating smooth onboarding.
  • ♦ Prepared technical and functional specification documents and reviewed team members' documents for accuracy.
  • ♦ Documented all development phases, maintaining repositories with detailed instructions and database changes.
  • ♦ Offered production support during new releases to ensure the availability and functionality of 100+ Telecom Apps.
  • ♦ Oversaw overall operations with efficient management practices and led a team of 20 to enhance productivity.
  • ♦ Optimized business processes and enhanced efficiency by defining operational procedures and principles.
  • ♦ Created comprehensive unit test cases to ensure flawless functionality through rigorous testing.
  • ♦ Addressed critical projects from both technical and functional perspectives by collaborating with business groups.
  • ♦ Directed Integration as the on-call support team lead, scheduling and executing 24/7 support plans.
  • ♦ Assisted the SQA team in explaining new functionalities and resolving issues promptly.
  • ♦ Prepared monthly CMMI 5 documentation for the entire team to enable compliance and process improvement
Problem SolvingScaled Agile FrameworkSoftware DevelopmentAgile Methodologies

Unique solutions

Development Consultant

Aug 2007 – Jan 2008 · 5 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • ♦ Led the development of tailored programs to accommodate various branches within the banking sector.
  • ♦ Conducted meticulous analysis of programs to ensure alignment with client requirements, while modifying existing programs and developing new code in adherence to coding standards.
  • ♦ Prepared comprehensive Low-Level Design (LLD) documents, formulated and executed unit test plans, and ensured thoroughness and effectiveness through rigorous review processes.
  • ♦ Enhanced program functionality by rectifying issues identified during unit testing and UAT phases.
  • ♦ Transformed batch programs into streamlined Server Screen models to improve performance and usability.
  • ♦ Generated customized reports to meet specific customer demands and facilitate informed decision-making.
BankingProblem SolvingSoftware DevelopmentBanking Solutions

Maples esm technologies pvt. limited

Software Engineer, Development

Feb 2006 – Apr 2007 · 1 yr 2 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Problem SolvingSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Software Development

Education

Coimbatore Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering — Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jan 2000 – Jan 2003

Dr M.G.R Polytechnic, Arni

Diploma — Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jan 1997 – Jan 2000

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