Principal project manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Project Manager based in India.

This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an experienced project management professional passionate about driving enterprise transformation through data-informed decision-making. The role sits at the intersection of delivery excellence, analytics, and organizational change, enabling large-scale programs and capability initiatives across global teams. You will play a key role in establishing delivery standards, embedding evidence-based practices, and helping teams leverage data to improve execution and business outcomes. Working in a collaborative and innovative environment, you will influence senior stakeholders, shape governance frameworks, and champion continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers significant visibility and impact within a complex, international organization undergoing ongoing digital and operational transformation.

• Lead enterprise-wide project and programme delivery initiatives, ensuring alignment across teams, products, and geographic regions.
• Establish and promote best practices, governance frameworks, and delivery standards across the project management function.
• Embed data-driven decision-making methodologies into programme execution and strategic planning processes.
• Partner with analytics, product, and technology teams to improve the accessibility, quality, and utilization of business data.
• Apply statistical and analytical approaches, including forecasting, experimentation, and performance measurement, to enhance delivery outcomes.
• Develop measurement frameworks, KPIs, and evidence-based reporting mechanisms to support informed decision-making.
• Identify delivery risks and bottlenecks through predictive and diagnostic analytics, enabling proactive intervention.
• Lead communities of practice and coach practitioners on analytical problem-solving, insight generation, and data-backed storytelling.
• Influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams through structured, evidence-based recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of experimentation, learning, and innovation across the organization.

Requirements

• Significant experience in project, programme, or portfolio management within complex, enterprise-scale environments.
• Proven track record of leading global, cross-functional initiatives and delivering strategic transformation programmes.
• Strong analytical capabilities with knowledge of statistical methods, forecasting techniques, experimentation frameworks, and data science principles.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and strategic decisions.
• Solid understanding of project delivery methodologies, governance frameworks, and performance management practices.
• Experience working alongside data engineering, analytics, business intelligence, or data science teams is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to apply structured and quantitative approaches to business challenges.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence senior leaders through evidence-based recommendations.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teams to adopt data-led decision-making practices.
• Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Engineering, Project Management, or another quantitative discipline.
• Advanced degree (MSc, PhD, or equivalent) and/or project management certifications such as PMI are considered advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in hybrid and international environments, with willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and performance-related rewards.
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health and life insurance coverage.
• Strong learning and development programs to support career growth and continuous upskilling.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale transformation initiatives and innovative digital projects.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and diverse working environment that values different perspectives.
• Relocation support within the country, where applicable.
• Access to modern office spaces and collaborative work environments.
• Opportunities to work with global teams and contribute to high-impact strategic initiatives.
• Supportive culture focused on employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional development.