Rakesh Namdeo

About Rakesh Namdeo

Accomplished & result driven Project and Program Management Leader with experience in Investment Banking, Technology, Analytics and Operations. Lean Six Sigma and PMP certified. Worked with J.P. Morgan Chase, Wipro, Fractal Analytics and others. Skilled in strategy development, stakeholder value creation, project design and adept at managing projects using Waterfall and Agile methodologies for optimal results.Core skills:Project Leadership, Cross Team Communication, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Business Optimization, Digital Transformation, Scope Management, Budgeting and Cost Control, Quality Management, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Management, Agile/Scrum Knowledge, Conflict Resolution, Decision-Making, Resource Allocation, Change Management, Project Governance, Reporting and Metrics, Resource Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Vendor Management, Training and Development, MIS and Reporting, Data Analysis, Performance Metrics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Projects, Microsoft Visio, Confluence, Tableau, Alteryx, JIRA, Microsoft Excel, SAP CO Project Management ExpertiseWith a keen ability to lead and manage multiple concurrent projects, I consistently deliver within budget and timelines, while upholding the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. My proficiency in Project and Portfolio Management has been honed through years of successfully executing projects in dynamic and challenging environments.Client-Centric ApproachMy career has been characterized by a strong focus on Client Support and Relationship Management. I am dedicated to understanding and exceeding client expectations, ensuring their needs are met with excellence. My commitment to risk mitigation and control adds an extra layer of assurance for my clients.Cross-Functional LeadershipI thrive in fostering Cross-Functional Collaboration, believing that synergy between teams is key to achieving organizational objectives. My experience in Agile Methodologies and Digital Transformation equips me with the tools to drive innovation and adaptability within organizations. I am skilled in Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, and Vision, bringing a holistic approach to business operations expertise. Together, these competencies make me a valuable asset for driving organizational success.

Experience

1. Director Program & Project Management - Digital and Business Transformation Projects

   LTIMindtree

   May 2024 — Present · IN

   Directed large-scale digital transformation programs across BFSI and Digital Engineering portfolios, driving process optimization, customer experience enhancement, and enterprise change using Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.Client: Anywhere Real Estate | Techno-Functional Project Manager / Scrum Master (Jul 2025 – Dec 2025)•Led enterprise digital transformation, modernizing legacy platforms to MERN stack, improving scalability, performance, and UX•Delivered end-to-end agent onboarding platform within 4 months, achieving faster responsiveness and improved user experience•Directed cross-functional teams (15+) across BA, QA, UI/UX, Architecture, Engineering•Managed project portfolio execution, milestones, dependencies, vendors, and executive reporting•Governed PMO artifacts: Project Charters, SOWs, BRDs, RAID, RACI, Closure Reports•Owned financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control•Led stakeholder management, executive communications, and status reporting•Led scope, schedule, cost, risk, change, quality, communications•Facilitated Agile Scrum ceremonies using JIRA•Owned UAT coordination, defect lifecycle, and production go-liveClient: FIS Global Services | Program & Change Manager (May 2024 – Jun 2025)Led firmwide Change Management and Business Transformation across Treasury & Asset Services using Agile & Hybrid frameworks•Managed ~180-project portfolio across Investran (PCS) and Front Arena, delivering ~$20M revenue impact•Led 10 strategic programs/projects with 35+ cross-functional resources•Governed GitHub Copilot automation initiatives, saving ~600 manhours•Drove program governance, risk mitigation, dependency management, and executive escalation•Oversaw end-to-end lifecycle: planning, budgeting, resourcing, risk, timelines, and controls•Built executive dashboards and scorecards using Power BI, Microsoft Planner, Microsoft Lists•Delivered SteerCo reviews, leadership dashboards, and status decks

Education

• SMT. CHM College, Ulhasnagar - 03

  Bachelor of Science, BSci Chemistry