Priyanka Shah

About Priyanka Shah

I’m a Project Management Professional (PMP) certified Project Manager with experience delivering projects across digital platforms, web systems, and architecture/construction environments.My work sits at the intersection of structured execution, stakeholder coordination, and cross-functional delivery, with hands-on experience supporting both technology-driven initiatives and built environment projects.Currently at SWARM NYC, I support Agile delivery for nonprofit web platforms, where I:Lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and task prioritizationTranslate stakeholder and technical inputs into actionable development workCoordinate across developers, designers, and clients to deliver continuous website improvementsAt New York University, I worked on a large-scale website transformation implemented in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), contributing to:200+ user stories and acceptance criteriaQA/UAT coordination with 30+ stakeholdersWorkflow and governance systems to support multi-team deliveryIn parallel, my background in architecture and consulting includes managing multi-site residential and industrial projects, where I:Led end-to-end project execution from planning through handoverCoordinated contractors, vendors, and client stakeholdersManaged budgets, timelines, and procurement across a $3M+ portfolioThis dual experience allows me to approach projects as integrated systems, balancing execution, design thinking, and operational constraints. Core SkillsProject Management & Coordination (Digital + Construction)Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall DeliveryStakeholder Management & Cross-functional CollaborationQA/UAT, Documentation, and Process TrackingDigital Platforms: AEM, WordPressConstruction & Design Project Execution ToolsAsana, Jira, Taiga, Monday.com, MS Project, Smartsheet, ClickUp, Confluence, Slack, Figma, Miro, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)I’m currently seeking opportunities as: Project Manager / Associate Project Manager Project Coordinator Roles across digital, web, or architecture/construction project environmentsI’m particularly interested in projects that require structured execution, cross-functional coordination, and end-to-end delivery ownership.

Experience

1. Product Owner

   Swarm

   Feb 2026 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Own and manage the product backlog for multiple digital platform clients, translating stakeholder requirements into user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria for development teams.• Lead Agile sprint planning, backlog grooming, and sprint reviews, coordinating designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver iterative product improvements.• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and engineering teams, ensuring alignment on scope, priorities, and delivery timelines.• Manage website optimization initiatives, including UX improvements, accessibility updates, search functionality enhancements, and site performance improvements.• Oversee end-to-end feature implementation, from discovery and requirements definition to QA, staging validation, and production release.• Drive data-informed product decisions by reviewing analytics, search behavior, and site performance metrics to prioritize backlog items.• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across design, development, and client teams to ensure efficient delivery of digital initiatives.• Implement structured sprint reporting and stakeholder updates, providing visibility into progress, risks, and upcoming priorities.• Utilize tools including Taiga, Slack, Clockify, Google Analytics, and staging environments to manage project workflows and product delivery.

Education

• The University of Sheffield

  Master of Arts (MA), Architecture

• Sardar Patel University (SPU), Vallabh Vidyanagar

  Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture

• New York University

  Master of Science - MS, IT Project Management

Skills

• Sustainable Design
• Interior Design
• Information Graphics
• Autocad Architecture
• Design Research
• Photoshop Rendering
• Sketching
• Revit
• Residential Design
• Microsoft Office
• Environmental Education
• Photoshop
• Sketchup
• Autocad
• Rhino
• Architectural Drawings
• Urban Design
• Architectural Design
• Grasshopper
• Architecture
• Comprehensive Planning
• Space Planning
• Interior Architecture
• Indesign
• Graphic Design