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📧 Email : mail@naweedqadir.com

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Let’s collaborate—virtually or in person—to move your project forward with clarity and momentum.

With a proven track record in delivering diverse and complex projects, I bring strategic agility and operational precision to every engagement. My experience spans:

• Software Development & System Integration
• Platform Architecture & Engineering
• eCommerce Solutions & Digital Retail
• Infrastructure Development, Cloud Migration & Deployment
• Corporate Rebranding & Digital Identity
• Performance-Driven Digital Marketing Initiatives
• Website Migrations & SEO-Ready Site Moves
• End-User & Team Training Programs

I embrace each project as a unique challenge—whether it's deeply technical or business-centric. As a Project Manager and Scrum Master, my role is to embed the right Agile and project management practices from day one, guiding the team through the complete lifecycle with a focus on:

✅ Clear goals

✅ Team alignment

✅ Risk mitigation

✅ Timely delivery

✅ Measurable value

I'm not just here to manage tasks—I'm here to foster clarity, confidence, and momentum.

I align my practice with globally recognized standards to ensure structure, scalability, and success across every project.

✅ Project Management Institute (PMI) – I’m a dedicated follower of the PMBOK® Guide, a gold standard in project management. Its principles provide a strong foundation for managing complexity, aligning stakeholders, and delivering value across industries.

✅ Scrum & Agile Methodologies – As a Scrum practitioner, I integrate Agile values and iterative delivery models into my workflows to foster flexibility, transparency, and continuous improvement.

By combining the strategic discipline of PMI with the adaptive mindset of Scrum, I bring a hybrid approach that balances governance with agility—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with maximum impact.

Project Timelines — Realistic, Transparent, Achievable

The duration of a project can vary widely depending on its scope, complexity, and business objectives. However, what remains consistent in my approach is this:

✅ Every project begins with a clearly defined timeline, anchored to agreed deliverables and measurable outcomes.

✅ Expectations are aligned from day one, ensuring everyone knows what needs to be delivered and when.

✅ 90%+ of my projects have been delivered on time and within budget, thanks to proactive planning, clear communication, and rigorous scope control.

To keep projects on track, I prioritize managing scope creep, maintaining transparency, and facilitating continuous feedback through Scrum ceremonies like Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives.

With me, project timelines aren’t just estimates—they’re commitments backed by discipline and delivery.

Managing Change Requests — With Control and Clarity

Change is inevitable, but unmanaged change can derail timelines, budgets, and team focus.

That’s why I implement a structured, transparent approach to change management:

🗂️ Centralized Ticketing System

All change requests are logged, prioritized, and tracked through a robust ticketing system, ensuring nothing slips through the cracks.

🛡️ Gatekeeper for Quality & Scope

As the gatekeeper, I evaluate each request against the project’s scope, timeline, and business value. Only approved, impact-assessed changes move forward into action.

✅ Stakeholder Alignment

Every change is communicated clearly to relevant stakeholders, and no modification proceeds without mutual understanding and formal approval.

This disciplined process ensures agility without chaos—allowing innovation to flow while protecting project integrity.

My Leadership Style — Adaptive, Empathetic, Outcome-Driven

Leadership is not a title, it's a catalyst. In project management, the right leadership style can either empower teams to thrive or create unnecessary friction.

Over the years, I've learned that successful leadership requires more than task delegation—it demands the ability to:

• Motivate cross-functional teams
• Set clear expectations
• Align stakeholders
• Deliver meaningful outcomes

My approach is situational and adaptive, shaped by the needs of the project, the culture of the organization, and the dynamics of the team. I consciously draw from various leadership styles, including:

• Visionary – Inspiring teams with a clear direction and purpose
• Coaching – Unlocking individual potential and fostering growth
• Democratic – Encouraging input and building consensus
• Affiliative – Prioritizing harmony and team cohesion
• Pacesetting – Driving excellence through high standards
• Commanding – Taking decisive action when clarity and speed are essential

The true measure of leadership is how the team feels about the journey — and I lead with empathy, clarity, and the unwavering goal of delivering lasting value.

Project Recovery — From Off-Track to Back on Course

Not every project starts smoothly, and some arrive already off track. I’ve been brought into multiple projects in a recovery state, where timelines were missed, budgets strained, and team morale low.

My role in these situations is clear: stabilize, realign, and deliver.

Here’s how I manage recovery:

🔍 Early Detection Through Smart Planning

From the planning phase, I implement robust tracking and monitoring mechanisms to detect deviations early—before they become critical.

📊 Benchmark-Driven Progress Tracking

Using KPIs, burn-down charts, and milestone metrics, I continuously assess performance. If a project isn’t meeting its benchmarks, I act immediately—not when it’s too late.

🧩 Root Cause Analysis & Rapid Adjustment

I identify what's going wrong—scope issues, resourcing gaps, unclear priorities—and restructure the workflow or team dynamics to course-correct quickly.

💬 Transparent Communication

Stakeholders are kept informed with facts, not surprises. I ensure everyone understands the recovery plan and their role in it.

For me, project recovery isn’t just a responsibility—it’s a leadership moment. It’s where trust is earned, and results speak louder than reports.

Getting Projects Back on Track — With Agility and Accountability

Delays happen—even with the best planning. What sets a strong Project Manager or Scrum Master apart is the ability to respond quickly, transparently, and decisively.

Here’s how I realign a project when it's veering off schedule:

🛠️ Built-in Vigilance from Day One

From the start, I ensure all deliverables, timelines, and resource commitments are agreed upon by key stakeholders—developers, SMEs, engineers, and business leads. This alignment forms the foundation of realistic planning.

♻️ Agile, Sprint-by-Sprint Course Correction

Using the Agile framework, I break down work into achievable Sprint goals. This enables frequent check-ins and early identification of bottlenecks—reducing risk before it escalates.

?? Rapid Issue Diagnosis

At the first sign of slippage, I assess:

• Root cause of the delay
• Impacted dependencies
• Resource availability
• Quality of current workflows
• Any scope or requirement changes

🔄 Plan Recalibration

I reevaluate the project plan, adjust sprint backlogs, and align with the team and sponsor to reestablish achievable milestones.

?? Relentless Communication

I keep the lines of communication wide open—over-communicating when needed. Whether it’s the team, stakeholders, or sponsors, everyone stays informed, involved, and empowered to contribute to the turnaround.

In short, I don’t just manage progress—I actively lead the recovery with urgency, empathy, and clear direction.

Budget Management — Precision, Accountability, and Foresight

In the real world, no project comes with an unlimited budget. That’s why mastering budget control isn’t just a skill—it’s a defining trait of a great Project Manager.

My approach to budget management is grounded in three principles: realism, transparency, and strategic foresight.

💡 Start with Realistic Budgeting

Before a single dollar is allocated, I invest time in multiple stakeholder sessions to distinguish true needs from perceived wants. Understanding this distinction ensures the budget reflects actual business value—not assumptions.

🧩 Detailed Scoping = Budget Clarity

By drilling down into project requirements and aligning scope with deliverables early, I avoid ambiguity—one of the biggest causes of budget overrun.

📊 Built-In Contingency Planning

I typically allocate 15%–20% buffer for unforeseen changes. This gives breathing room without compromising the integrity of the budget.

📈 Metrics-Driven Financial Oversight

I use key financial KPIs to monitor and control budget throughout the project lifecycle:

• Actual Cost (AC)
• Planned Value (PV)
• Earned Value (EV)
• Cost Variance (CV)
• Return on Investment (ROI)

🔁 Ongoing Review & Reforecasting

Every two weeks, I review the budget in collaboration with financial controllers and project sponsors. This ensures complete alignment on spending trends, adjustments, and financial health.

👥 Smart Resource Management

I continuously optimize team allocation to ensure resources are efficiently utilized without inflating costs—keeping delivery on track and the budget intact.

Bottom line: I manage every budget as if it were my own—because fiscal responsibility is as critical to success as meeting deadlines.