Prem Raykar
Toronto
Summary
Committed and achievement-oriented Business Project Manager with a track record of guiding varied teams to successfully complete projects within specified timelines, scope, and financial parameters. Proficient across all project management stages, from initial planning and resource distribution to project execution and subsequent evaluation. Possesses strong abilities in stakeholder engagement and maintaining relationships, consistently aligning project goals with organizational objectives. Skilled in risk assessment and adept at implementing strategies to mitigate potential obstacles, ensuring project success. Recognized for cultivating a culture of collaboration within teams and promoting ongoing enhancements in operational processes Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Project Manager
Softchoice
04.2023
- Led a team of 10 project professionals in the successful execution of 8 projects, resulting in 20% increase in efficiency and 30% cost savings
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Facilitated regular project meetings to track progress and address issues
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and delivery
- Managed project risks and issues
- Prepared and delivered project status reports and presentations to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
Sr Project Manager
Scotiabank
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Led the gathering of requirements for deployment and implementation of a new system for Supply Chain Finance transactions
- Developed and executed comprehensive plans for SAP S/4HANA implementation
- Oversaw the Request for Proposal (RFP) process and vendor selection
- Managed project status, risk management, budget/cost, and other relevant metrics
- Ensured optimal communication within and across teams and with all project stakeholders.
Business Project Manager
Insurance Beaurea of Canada
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Led the design, development, and implementation of a comprehensive Student benefits & disability product offering
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative group benefits or group disability products
- Leveraged technology solutions to streamline product administration, claims processing, and customer service
- Lead the delivery and execution of all project phases
- Ensured a successful and seamless transition of projects to Operations upon completion.
Program Manager
Metrolinx
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Oversaw multiple projects across all phases of Development & Testing
- Monitored project progress and made timeline adjustments as needed
- Worked as a part of an interdisciplinary team to achieve Project Milestones
- Managed multiple projects concurrently
- Developed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and issues, and implemented mitigation strategies
- Coordinated project resources and communicated project status to stakeholders
- Managed project budgets, tracked expenses, and controlled costs
- Conducted post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify areas for improvement.
Senior Project Manager
CIBC
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Led the Pay Mod Program, overseeing the implementation of critical changes to the Mainframe system
- Collaborated in the request for proposal (RFP) process to engage vendors
- Implemented changes to the Mainframe system to process payments received by Financial Systems and Third-party Credit Unions
- Managed projects related to the Croesus Portfolio Management and Integrated CRM System
- Successfully led cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of systems and data migration processes
- Oversaw project planning, execution, and monitoring.
Business Project Manager
Symcor
11.2012 - 08.2016
- Led a team of 10 project professionals in the successful execution of 8 projects, resulting in 20% increase in efficiency and 30% cost savings
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Facilitated regular project meetings to track progress and address issues
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and delivery
- Managed project risks and issues
- Prepared and delivered project status reports and presentations to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
Project Manager
Royal Bank of Canada
04.2009 - 11.2012
Team Lead
American Insurance Group
06.2008 - 03.2009
Team Lead
Mphasis
11.2004 - 06.2008
Team Lead
Hewlett Packard
04.2002 - 11.2004
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science & Engineering
Bangalore University
Bangalore01.2002
Skills
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
- Risk Management
- Communication Skills
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Change Management
- Process Improvement
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Google Project Management Certified
- Agile Project Management
- Scrum Master Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Business Project Manager
Softchoice
04.2023
Sr Project Manager
Scotiabank
04.2022 - 04.2023
Business Project Manager
Insurance Beaurea of Canada
10.2021 - 04.2022
Program Manager
Metrolinx
08.2018 - 10.2021
Senior Project Manager
CIBC
08.2016 - 08.2018
Business Project Manager
Symcor
11.2012 - 08.2016
Project Manager
Royal Bank of Canada
04.2009 - 11.2012
Team Lead
American Insurance Group
06.2008 - 03.2009
Team Lead
Mphasis
11.2004 - 06.2008
Team Lead
Hewlett Packard
04.2002 - 11.2004
Master of Science - Computer Science & Engineering
Bangalore University
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