Mukesh Wadhwa

About Mukesh Wadhwa

Highly accomplished professional with 5 years of extensive experience in program/project planning, execution, and evaluation across diverse industries. I am passionate about driving successful project outcomes, fostering collaboration, and delivering excellence. If you are looking for a dedicated and results-oriented Project Manager, let\'s connect and explore how I can contribute to your organization\'s success.

Experience

1. Project Manager

   Microsoft

   Mar 2022 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   I am dedicated to driving successful project delivery and exceeding expectations. With a strong background in SCRUM and agile methodologies, I have effectively led cross-functional teams and managed portfolios of diverse projects.I have worked closely with partners to scope and prioritize activities based on business impact and OKRs, driving efficient onboarding processes.One notable accomplishment was my role as Lead Program Manager, where I collaborated with a team of 12 to launch Gamification features in the Zee5 Application for ILT20. Following agile methodologies, we successfully delivered the project, meeting all timelines and managing risks effectively.Additionally, I have excelled in managing RAID, timelines, deadlines, change requests, releases, and project budgets. By maintaining daily and weekly financial dashboards and providing regular status reporting to leadership, I have effectively managed project schedules and mitigated risks.Outside of my core responsibilities, I have taken on various side projects that highlight my leadership and organizational skills. As the People Engagement Lead for 1200+ employees, I have nurtured a diverse culture. Additionally, as the Readiness Lead Project Manager, I successfully managed schedules and conducted numerous Readiness Sessions, achieving multiple OKR targets. I have also contributed to the hiring process.My contributions and dedication have been recognized within the organization. I was awarded as the Best Project Manager in FY21-H2 and recognized as a Star Performer in FY23-H1. Additionally, I have shared my expertise and insights as a speaker at various events, including mentoring fresh graduates.

Education

• Vivekanand Education Society's Polytechnic, Chembur

  Diploma, computer technology

  2013 — 2016

• KJ Somaiya College of Engineering, Vidyavihar

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Information Technology

  2016 — 2019