Project Manager

Smart Interviews · India

Hi there, we’re Smart Interviews!

We’re all about turning skills into success. Since 2016, we’ve helped 51,000+ students improve their problem-solving and logical thinking, securing jobs at top companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Qualcomm, Oracle, VISA, and more.

Our journey started with Amit Bansal, an IIIT-H alumnus who previously worked at Amazon and D.E. Shaw. As a bootstrapped company, Amit’s passion for transforming tech education drives everything we do. He’s on a mission to bridge the skill gap and make learning practical and effective.

Together with our team, we focus on real-world training, personalized support, and mentorship to prepare you for success in the fast-changing tech industry. We’re not just here to help you ace interviews—we’re here to help you build a strong career!

We’re on a mission to bring quality education and the right opportunities to students from tier 2 and tier 3 engineering colleges. With a dedicated team of 60+ members, we’re working hard to make this vision a reality—and now, we’re looking for a star performer to join us as a Project Manager.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly execution-oriented Project Manager – Tech Operations & Delivery to lead project execution, operational excellence, and process optimization across our technology and learning delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing cross-functional teams, driving accountability, implementing scalable processes, and delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities-

Project & Operations Management:

• Drive end-to-end execution of technology and operational projects.
• Define daily, weekly, and monthly operational targets and ensure timely achievement.
• Monitor project timelines, dependencies, risks, and deliverables.
• Maintain task trackers and ensure accountability across teams.
• Coordinate with multiple stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.

Agile & Delivery Management:

• Lead daily Scrum meetings, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Track batch-wise progress and delivery through structured batch trackers.
• Identify bottlenecks and proactively resolve execution challenges.
• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed timelines and quality standards.

Performance Management:

• Define, monitor, and improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Develop performance dashboards and operational reports.
• Track team productivity, quality metrics, and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with leadership during performance review and appraisal cycles by providing objective performance data and insights.
• Drive continuous process improvements and automation wherever possible.
• Build scalable operational frameworks that improve efficiency and consistency.

Quality & Mentorship:

• Monitor overall batch quality and learning delivery standards.
• Establish mentor-mentee tracking mechanisms to improve team development and accountability.
• Conduct regular operational reviews and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure high standards of execution across all batches and projects.

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in Project Management, Operations Management, Program Management, or Delivery Management.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum, and project management frameworks.
• Experience implementing operational processes, governance frameworks, and performance management systems.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in KPI tracking, dashboards, and operational reporting.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience managing technology or edtech operations.
• Experience building scalable operational systems and quality assurance processes.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team development skills.

What We're Looking For:

• A highly organized and execution-focused leader.
• Someone who can build systems rather than manage firefighting.
• A professional who thrives on accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• A leader capable of driving execution, mentoring teams, and improving delivery quality at scale.

10AM-7PM

Hitec City.