Azure Project Manager Job Details | NTT DATA Services

NTT DATA is a technology services company seeking an Azure Project Manager to lead cloud transformation and modernization initiatives for enterprise clients. The role manages end-to-end Azure project delivery, coordinates global teams, oversees project financials and risks, supports Agile delivery, and maintains client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the successful delivery of Azure cloud projects for NTT DATA clients across various industries
• Manage full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
• Partner with client stakeholders to define business requirements, project scope, and success criteria
• Coordinate global delivery teams, including architects, engineers, and offshore resources
• Drive cloud migration, application modernization, and infrastructure transformation initiatives on Azure
• Ensure adherence to NTT DATA delivery frameworks, governance standards, and quality benchmarks
• Manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies
• Provide executive-level reporting, including status updates, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Facilitate Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies based on client engagement needs
• Support pre-sales activities, including solution shaping, estimates, and client presentations
• Foster strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout the engagement

Requirements:

• This position requires US Citizenship or Green Card
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business
• 5+ years of project management experience in IT, with a focus on cloud or infrastructure projects
• 3+ years of experience delivering Azure-based solutions or cloud migration programs
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure services, architecture, and best practices
• Experience managing distributed/global teams in a consulting or services environment
• Experience with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, MS Project)
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-305)
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation practices
• Familiarity with cloud governance, security, and compliance frameworks
• Prior experience working in a systems integrator or IT consulting firm
• Exposure to multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP) is a plus
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills