Navin Pradhan

About Navin Pradhan

Hi, I\'m a highly seasoned IT PMO lead with below expertise: Process Optimization Portfolio Governance, Strategic Alignment Financial Budgeting, Forecasting, Invoicing Resource Management, Performance Tracking, Talent transformation ISO Compliance, Risk Mitigation (BCP)Milestones: I took ownership of a significant invoicing bottleneck, implementing new oversight protocols that cleared long-standing backlogs, secured €20M in revenue on schedule. Reduced project delays by 30-50% through standardized frameworks. Drove ISO 9001,27001, 27701 compliances across delivery units for process improvements & gained client satisfaction, conducted BCP to mitigate project risk, disruptions. Streamlined forecasting & budgeting processes i.e. 25% reduction in budget variance & saved €12M annually. I managed the entire financial lifecycle for the practice i.e. Annual budget creation, meticulous monthly leaves forecasting, performance variance, creation of flowcharts & scorecard updates. What I do: Developed, deployed KPI dashboards enabling C-level visibility across programs, portfolios, enabled cross-functional alignment by introducing portfolio prioritization models that improved resource allocation.Successfully eliminated project barriers by aligning leadership, stakeholders to fund, execute training programs, ensuring all resources are certified through brainstorming sessions & talent transformation workshops to address challenges. Assisting hiring managers to fulfill their open positions, passionate about bringing clarity to complexity, delivering value through streamlined PMO practices & standardized frameworks. I guarantee timely invoice processing and provide crucial, proactive support to successfully navigate and resolve challenges stemming from budgetary constraints.As a project lead, I specialize in building high-performing Project Management Offices (PMO) that bridge the gap between strategy and execution, by synthesizing the governance of PRINCE2, service-centricity of ITIL 4, and the precision of Six Sigma, also transform PMOs from administrative hubs into value-driving engines. Qualities that I bring to the table are integrity, critical, analytical problem-solving skills, accountability, adaptable, flexible, disciplined approach, time management, quick learning. My mission is to empower teams, leadership with the structure, insight, support needed to deliver successful outcomes on time, within scope, measurable impact. I am looking for an overseas opportunity, feel free to connect.

Experience

1. Cloud & Infra Practice Lead

   Capgemini

   Jan 2025 — Present · Navi Mumbai, IN

   Build strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders across the organization. Proactively manage expectations, address concerns, and secure necessary approvals to ensure smooth project execution.2. Monitor resource availability and allocation across multiple projects. Identify potential resource gaps early and resolve them through effective workforce planning, scheduling, and capacity management.3. Generate clear, data-driven status reports tailored for executive leadership, delivery heads, and project teams. Facilitate seamless communication between teams and senior management, presenting insights and recommendations based on project performance analytics.4. Evaluate project proposals and prioritize initiatives aligned with business needs. Track portfolio-wide health metrics—including schedule, budget, and scope—while managing dependencies and resolving resource conflicts. Design process workflows and maintain updated scorecards for leadership reviews.5. Develop and implement standardized project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) to drive consistency and delivery excellence. Coordinate with practice teams to ensure timely completion of Ocean trainings, Sogeti Academy programs, Hyperscaler assessments, and Timecard submissions. Support Bench Management in strategic resource allocation.6. Conduct project audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to organizational standards and PMO frameworks. Identify improvement opportunities and implement process enhancements to elevate project quality and predictability.7. Design and deploy KPI dashboards to provide leadership with real-time visibility into delivery performance. Maintain collaborative relationships with teams, stakeholders, and clients, addressing concerns related to project delivery, quality, and IT service management.

Education

• Welingkar Institute of Management

  Distance learning MBA Finance, Accounting and Finance

• SMT. CHM College, Ulhasnagar - 03

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Finance

Skills

• Payroll Processing
• Financial Analysis
• Siebel
• Workday
• Team Management
• Back Office Operations
• Management
• Capital Markets
• Auditing
• Peoplesoft
• Ms Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Content Manager
• Stock Market