Manjula Nanjundaiah

Dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Manager / Program Manager with over 26 years of experience, including 15+ years in Software Development, IT Infrastructure, and Cloud Transformation programs. Proven ability to lead large-scale IT transformations, Agile delivery, and portfolio management across diverse industries. Expertise in Azure DevOps, AWS, Agile (Scrum), Waterfall, PRINCE2, ITIL, and IT Service Management, ensuring successful cloud migration, digital transformation, application modernization, and enterprise capital IT projects. Adept at aligning technology roadmaps with business goals, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring cost-effective project delivery. Strong in stakeholder engagement, vendor management, risk mitigation, and leading high-performing cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence.

Core Competencies & Expertise:

Project & Program Management

• Extensive experience managing end-to-end Software development & IT projects and programs using Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, PRINCE2, ITIL, and Azure DevOps to ensure successful delivery.
• Skilled in PMO setup, governance models, and portfolio management strategies to optimize Software development and IT initiatives and align with business objectives.

IT Project & Delivery Management

• Expertise in end-to-end SDLC, IT service delivery, DevOps implementation, Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and ITSM frameworks to ensure successful project execution.

Cloud & IT Infrastructure

• Expertise in Azure Platform Delivery, AWS cloud migrations, SaaS platforms, data center migrations, software development, application modernization, and IT infrastructure & Cloud transformation projects.

IT Service Management & Delivery

• Strong knowledge of ITIL best practices, ITSM frameworks, CI/CD implementation, DevOps transformation, service delivery, and incident management to drive operational excellence.
• Proven ability to implement Agile methodologies, release management, and workflow automation to enhance efficiency and continuous delivery.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Adept at collaborating with C-level executives, business stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure strategic alignment, governance, and successful project execution.
• Skilled in risk mitigation, budgeting, compliance, and executive reporting to optimize decision-making and project performance.

Process & Change Management

• Expertise in process optimization, risk and compliance management, governance frameworks, and continuous service delivery improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Proven ability to lead Agile coaching, mentorship, and cross-functional team collaboration to drive organizational change and Agile transformation.

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience with JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Miro, and AI-powered tools for project tracking, collaboration, and execution.

Business Analysis & IT Strategy

• Proficient in requirements gathering, process mapping, gap analysis, business case development, and technology roadmaps to support digital transformation initiatives.

Cost, Budget & Financial Management

• Strong expertise in budget planning, financial forecasting, cost control, and ROI optimization to ensure project financial health and strategic investment planning.

Leadership & Team Building

• Strong leadership capabilities in mentoring, Agile coaching, performance management, and cross-functional team collaboration to drive high-performance cultures.

MBA Graduate 

Certifications: ITIL V3, PRINCE2

Trainings: Azure DevOps, AWS, CSM (Certified Scrum Master), PMCP (Project Management Certified Professional), Agile WSM (Wipro Scrum Master), PMP – Sabcons