Project Manager

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Dentsu Global Services

India, Maharashtra Full-Time On-site

Posted 4 weeks ago • Apply by June 15, 2026

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to drive and oversee the delivery of the assigned projects to ensure that the objectives are clearly defined and achieved within the agreed time, cost and quality constraints.

Job Description:

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver projects within agreed scope, timelines, budgets, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership
Lead and manage the project team to deliver agreed outputs/outcomes within defined scope, time, cost, and quality constraints.
Promote ethical, legal, and socially responsible practices while engaging with stakeholders and team members.
Project Team Management
Define, delegate, and manage team and stakeholder roles and responsibilities.
Develop team capability, foster innovation, and motivate team members to achieve successful project outcomes.
Business Case & Benefits Management
Support the project sponsor in preparing and updating business cases, ensuring alignment with forecasted benefits, costs, and risks.
Track and report progress to ensure realization of planned business benefits.
Budget & Cost Management
Prepare, manage, and control project budgets.
Monitor forecasts, changes, and actual costs to ensure financial compliance.
Governance
Establish and maintain effective project governance and decision-making structures.
Define clear roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities in line with organizational standards.
Project Planning & Controls
Develop and document key project components, including scope, schedule, approach, resources, budgets, risks, and quality requirements.
Implement protocols for scope changes and update project configuration documents as needed.
Scheduling & Dependency Management
Create and maintain project schedules considering dependencies, resource needs, and constraints.
Map project dependencies, assign ownership, and actively manage interdependencies with related projects.
Resource Management
Develop and maintain resource allocation plans (excluding financial resources), considering availability and scheduling variations.
Stakeholder & Communication Management
Identify key stakeholders and manage relationships, communication, and engagement strategies.
Ensure alignment with program, portfolio, and organizational communication requirements.
Resolve conflicts between individuals or interest groups to maintain smooth project operations.
Risk & Issue Management
Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks (threats and opportunities) and issues.
Escalate concerns as appropriate and manage interdependencies with related projects.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s or PMP certification preferred).
Proven experience in project management across the full project lifecycle.
Strong budgeting, scheduling, and resource management skills.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
Ability to manage risks, resolve conflicts, and drive successful project outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Location:

DGS India - Pune - Kharadi EON Free Zone

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent#DGS