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VISHNU SIVADAS, PMP
Senior Project Manager
Toronto,Ontario
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Summary
Dynamic and results-driven People Leader with more than 10 Years of proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex engineering, technology and infrastructure projects and programs within scope, budget, and schedule. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, fostering relationships, data-driven decision-making and strategic planning, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational frameworks. Strong expertise in wireline technologies, program management methodologies, data visualization and program risk analysis. Seeking to leverage expertise in leadership, managing portfolios and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Senior Project Manager, National PMO
Rogers Communications Inc. Canada
Toronto
09.2022 - Current
- Led the end-to-end project management of National telecommunications initiatives, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.
- Oversaw a portfolio of over 20 million in yearly budget, including Core Wireline Transport, IP and Regulatory Projects, delivering them on time, within scope and established PMO framework, ensuring alignment with organizational strategic objectives and regulating capital expenditure to minimal.
- Spearheaded the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of diverse projects, consistently achieving project objectives.
- Conducted regular project reviews, implemented lessons learned, and optimized processes for continuous improvement.
- Developed and maintained project charters, schedules, and risk management plans, ensuring thorough project documentation.
- Collaborated with PMO leadership to develop and implement standardized project management practices across the organization.
- Oversaw the implementation of Rogers Community Corporate Projects in the Atlantic region, resulting in a 18% increase in Customer volume in Atlantic.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including government regulatory agencies, engineers, architects, Utility companies and vendors, to define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
- Oversaw procurement activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.
- Utilized project management software to track progress, manage tasks, and generate timely and accurate project status reports.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
Project Manager - System Planning- Rogers Business
Rogers Communications Inc. Canada
Toronto, ON
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Led the strategic planning and optimization of complex telecommunications network infrastructure solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives, performance, reliability and industry standards.
- Conducted feasibility studies for new technology implementations, evaluating cost, benefits, and impact on existing systems.
- Collaborated with vendors to negotiate contracts, ensuring favorable terms and optimal pricing.
- Provided technical expertise and support to project teams, resolving complex issues and ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
- Conducted regular training sessions for team members to enhance technical skills and keep abreast of industry trends.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, vendors, Utilities and stakeholders to design and implement network solutions, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization's network infrastructure.
- Oversaw the documentation of network configurations, changes, and optimizations, maintaining accurate records for reference and compliance.
- Worked closely with executives to align network planning strategies with organizational goals, contributing to the company's growth and market competitiveness.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Project Coordinator - Engineering
Rogers Communications Inc. Canada
Toronto, ON
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Coordinated project activities, monitored timelines, and facilitated communication among team members to ensure project milestones were met.
- Conducted regular project status meetings, providing updates to stakeholders and addressing any issues or concerns.
- Contributed to the development of project documentation, including project plans, risk registers, and post-project evaluations.
Business Analyst Intern
Ministry Of Environment, Forest And Climate Change
Toronto, ON
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Worked closely with stakeholders to develop Strategic planning to recognize the organization's business requirements and requirement analysis.
- Developed process maps and workflow diagrams to illustrate current and proposed business processes.
- Worked in Process design to regulate the project's workflows, data flows and business processes using Spark Enterprise Architecture software.
- Conducted comprehensive data analysis, extracting actionable insights to support decision-making.
- Led requirements gathering sessions, ensuring a deep understanding of stakeholder needs.
- Analyzed and documented business processes, identifying areas for optimization and automation.
- Conducted user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate system functionality against business requirements.
IT Project Coordinator
Innate IT Solutions
Kochi, India
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Coordinated the planning and execution of web development projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements and project timelines.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and development teams, facilitating effective communication and understanding of project expectations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including designers and developers, to ensure project milestones were achieved.
- Monitored project progress, identified potential risks, and implemented proactive measures to ensure successful project delivery.
- Supported the creation of project documentation, including project plans, timelines, and status reports.
- Conducted quality assurance testing on web applications, identifying and resolving issues before project completion.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather project requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Software Developer
Innate IT Solutions
Kochi, India
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Developed and maintained dynamic web applications using PHP, MySQL, and other relevant technologies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze project requirements and design scalable software solutions.
- Implemented efficient and secure database structures, optimizing query performance for improved application speed.
- Conducted code reviews, identified and resolved bugs, and ensured code quality through best practices.
- Integrated third-party APIs and libraries to enhance application functionality.
- Collaborated with other developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring the smooth functionality of web applications.
- Gained proficiency in PHP frameworks such as Laravel and CodeIgniter.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Project Management
2017 - 2018
Post Graduate Certificate - IT Business Analysis
2016 - 2017
Bachelors of Engineering - Computer Science
2008 - 2012
Skills
Strong Leadership
undefinedSoftware
Microsoft Visio
Jira
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook & SharePoint
Microsoft Office Suite
OneNote & Microsoft Teams
Oracle e-Biz Suite
Adobe Connect
Power BI
Google Earth
Salesforce
OSS Remedy
Tableau
Timeline
PMP - Project Management Professional
04-2025
Senior Project Manager, National PMO - Rogers Communications Inc. Canada
09.2022 - Current
Project Manager - System Planning- Rogers Business - Rogers Communications Inc. Canada
06.2020 - 08.2022
Project Coordinator - Engineering - Rogers Communications Inc. Canada
11.2018 - 05.2020
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology - Post Graduate Certificate, Project Management
2017 - 2018
Business Analyst Intern - Ministry Of Environment, Forest And Climate Change
04.2017 - 08.2017
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology - Post Graduate Certificate, IT Business Analysis
2016 - 2017
IT Project Coordinator - Innate IT Solutions
02.2014 - 01.2016
NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
01-2013
IOSH International Workplace Safety Certificate in Managing Safely
01-2013
Software Developer - Innate IT Solutions
09.2012 - 01.2014
University of Kerala - Bachelors of Engineering, Computer Science
2008 - 2012
Accomplishments
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certified
- Active Member of the PMI
- Have a valid Ontario Class “G” driver's license
- Successfully completed Post Graduate full-time study in Project Management
- Successfully completed Post Graduate full-time study in Business Analysis
- Complete Scaled Agile Portfolio Management Training – SAFe LPM Course 6.0
- Complete Scaled Agile Scrum Master Training – SAFe Scrum Master Course 6.0
- NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- IOSH International Workplace Safety Certificate in Managing Safely
- Nominee and Active participant of Rogers Mentoring Program 2020 to 2022
Volunteering - Giving Back to the Community
Here is the list of Some of my active participation in volunteering activities giving back to the community.
- Food Distributor - Scott Mission - 5 McLachlan Dr, Etobicoke - (2023)
- Kitchen Worker - Scott Mission - 502 Spadina Ave, Toronto - (2022)
- Food Packing Volunteer – Rogers Covid Relief – Rogers Center - (2020 & 2021)
- Intl. Student Onboarding Volunteer - Cambrian College, Sudbury, ON - (2017)
- Event Coordinator – Volunteering - YMCA, Sudbury, ON - (2016)
- Building Painting and Cleaning - Aashramam Retirement Home, India - (2014)
- Student Library Assistant – Summer Volunteering - Municipal Children's Library, Alleppey, India - (2006 – 2012)
Certification
PMP - Project Management Professional
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Affiliations
- NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- IOSH International Workplace Safety Certificate in Managing Safely
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Active Member of the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridOn-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Company CulturePersonal development programsCareer advancementWork-life balanceTeam Building / Company RetreatsLanguages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
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