Senior Project Manager - Strategic Operations

Location: Gurgaon

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years

Education: MBA or equivalent from a leading business school with specialization in Project

Management (PMP certified) ( Mandatory )

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and highly qualified Senior Project Manager to lead and drive

strategic in-flight operations and premium aviation projects. The ideal candidate will bring

a robust understanding of project management principles, cross-functional leadership,

and operational excellence.

This role is pivotal in managing complex, multi-vertical initiatives including:

Wet Lease Programs

Code Share Operations

Wide Body Aircraft Deployments

International Expansion Strategies

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate high-impact projects across multiple business verticals with

strict adherence to timelines and budget.

Strategically manage stakeholder relationships across internal teams, external

partners

Drive cost leadership initiatives through data-driven decision-making and process

optimization.

Oversee project lifecycle from initiation to execution, ensuring alignment with

organizational goals.

Develop and implement frameworks for risk mitigation, compliance, and quality

assurance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Finance, Legal, and

Commercial to ensure seamless project delivery.

Requirements:

MBA or equivalent from a top-tier business school with specialization in Project

Management.

Minimum 5 years of experience in managing large-scale projects in aviation or other

industries.

Proven track record of delivering complex projects involving multiple stakeholders

and tight deadlines.

Strong analytical skills with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency.

Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.

Experience in aviation operations is a strong advantage but not mandatory.

1. Project Management Expertise

Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.

Familiarity with methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid models.

Strong understanding of project lifecycle, risk management, and cost control.

2. Data Interpretation & Predictive Analysis

Ability to analyse operational and financial data to forecast outcomes.

Experience with tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or Python/R for analytics.

Comfort with KPIs, dashboards, and data-driven decision-making.

3. Stakeholder Management

Skilled in navigating cross-functional dynamics and aligning diverse teams.

Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence senior stakeholders.

Experience in managing external partners, vendors, and regulatory bodies.

4. Executive Communication & Presentation

Ability to create crisp, high-impact presentations for CXO-level audiences.

Skilled in storytelling with datatranslating complex insights into actionable

strategies.

Proficiency in tools like PowerPoint, Google Slides, or Canva for visual

communication.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Closure

Proactive in chasing senior colleagues and driving accountability across teams.

Strong follow-through and ability to push for timely closures without escalation.

Experience in matrix organizations or environments with dotted-line reporting.

6. Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen

Understanding of aviation business models (Wet Lease, Code Share, etc.) is a plus.

Ability to balance cost leadership with premium service delivery.

Experience in scaling operations internationally or managing wide-body aircraft

projects is highly desirable.

7. Behavioural Traits to Assess

Ownership mindset takes initiative and drives outcomes independently.

Resilience thrives under pressure and adapts to changing priorities.

Clarity of thought communicates with precision and confidence.

Collaboration builds trust and rapport across levels and functions.

What We Offer:

Opportunity to work on high-impact aviation projects with global exposure.

Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Career growth and leadership development opportunities.