Shalini Jagadeesh
Calgary,CA
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Project Manager with over 12 years of experience in IT project management, specializing in Agile/Scrum methodologies and stakeholder collaboration. Seeking a challenging role where I can utilize my expertise to lead complex transformation projects, manage diverse teams, and ensure successful project delivery within deadlines and budgets. Certified PMP, Scrum Master, and SAFe 5 Scrum Master. My expertise lies in delivering projects within budget and deadlines. With a focus on effective communication, risk management, and team motivation, I am well-equipped to lead transformation projects and drive business process improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Project Manager
Spartan Controls
Calgary, Alberta
12.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive SAP project plans to be shared with stakeholders.
- Liaised between senior management, project team members and clients to ensure effective communication throughout the duration of the project.
- Lead the development of the overall change management strategy and plan.
- Coordinate with senior leadership and other departments (HR, IT, communications, etc.).
- Monitor the progress of change management activities, adjusting as needed.
- Measure the success of change initiatives through feedback and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Act as a point of escalation for major issues.
Sr Project Manager/ RTE
California State Auto Assurance
Phoenix, AZ
01.2021 - Current
- Managed Enterprise Data Services projects focusing on Security Analytics and Identity Theft Protection
- Implemented SAFe methodologies to control and plan program scope, ensuring successful iterative development cycles
- Stabilized API teams and facilitated migration of Master Data Management to a new platform integrated with Stream sets and Snowflake
Sr Project Manager/ Sr Scrum Master
US Bank
Menomonee Falls, WI
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Led a program of 3 teams to modernize middleware and mainframe services, emphasizing on cost reduction and efficiency improvement
- Reduced Million Service Units (MSU) cost by optimizing Mainframe modules, enhancing cost efficiency
- Oversaw security remediation of Finance applications, upgrading Java versions, migrating applications to the Cloud platform, and implementing secure app communication using service accounts
Project Manager/Agile Scrum Master
Kohls
Menomonee Falls, WI
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Initiated and led security remediation of Finance applications, upgrading Java versions, migrating applications to Cloud platforms, and implementing secure app communication
- Developing or upgrading e-commerce websites and mobile apps to provide a seamless shopping experience for customers
- Enhancing the back-end infrastructure to support online transactions, inventory management, and customer service
- Managed Kohls' Agile transformation, tracking project metrics such as Change and Risks across the enterprise using JIRA
PROJECT COORDINATOR | ANALYST
IIS
Fremont, CA
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Analyzed project data, identified improvement opportunities, and communicated results to relevant stakeholders
- Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives and supported the design of new processes through detailed workflow diagrams
SENIOR PROCESS ANALYST
Accenture
Bangalore, India
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Company Overview: TELECOM DOMAIN
- Conducted stakeholder interviews, coordinated with cross-functional teams, and created detailed workflow diagrams to support process changes and implementations
- Managed Enterprise Data Services projects focusing Upselling and Cross-Selling Campaigns in the Telecom Domain
- TELECOM DOMAIN
Education
Master of Science -
University of Wisconsin
Menomonie, WI05.2016
Skills
- Project/ Program Management
- Agile/Scrum Coaching
- Stakeholder Management
- Change Management
- Financial Management
- Risk Management
- Resource Allocation
- Agile/Scrum Methodologies (Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Waterfall, Hybrid)
- Jira/Version One Expertise
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Team Leadership and Motivation
- Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Certified PMP, 05/2018
- Certified Scrum Master, 05/2019
- Certified SAFe 5 Scrum Master, 05/2022
Accomplishments
- Created Business opportunities and assessed by conducting gap analysis, creating road maps using lean agile methodology.
- Managed projects by wearing multiple hats such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, and a Coach to resolve ongoing project constraints.
- Managed Program with 3 to 5 teams and implemented SAFe to Control and Plan the Program Scope throughout the iterative development cycle.
- Implemented Lean method to eliminate non – value add steps in the development Cycle that optimized the ability of the teams to Estimate, Plan and deliver projects in timely manner saving thousands of dollars spent on resources.
- Cross Trained Scrum developers to collaborate with QAs to make it cross functional Scrum teams and encourage TDD, this ensured the Sprint commitments are met to provide reliable metrics such as Team velocity and Burn Down to the Leadership.
Timeline
Sr Project Manager
Spartan Controls
12.2023 - Current
Sr Project Manager/ RTE
California State Auto Assurance
01.2021 - Current
Sr Project Manager/ Sr Scrum Master
US Bank
01.2020 - 02.2021
Project Manager/Agile Scrum Master
Kohls
01.2017 - 01.2020
PROJECT COORDINATOR | ANALYST
IIS
01.2015 - 12.2016
SENIOR PROCESS ANALYST
Accenture
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Certified PMP, 05/2018
- Certified Scrum Master, 05/2019
- Certified SAFe 5 Scrum Master, 05/2022
Master of Science -
University of Wisconsin
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