JOHN NELSON KANIKARAJ
Northampton,Northamptonshire
Summary
Accomplished project management professional with extensive expertise in end-to-end project lifecycle management, strategic planning, and execution. Proficient in Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban, as well as Waterfall and hybrid approaches. Demonstrates strong skills in risk management, budgeting, and financial oversight. Adept at using project management tools, including Trello, Monday.com, JIRA, and Microsoft Project, to ensure efficient timeline tracking and resource allocation. Proven track record of stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence. Committed to optimising processes through workflow automation and quality control compliance. Career goals include leveraging analytical skills for data-driven decision-making to enhance project outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project Manager / Engineer
Chelchris Infotech Private Limited
Northampton, Northamptonshire
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Provide technical support for hardware and networking issues, ensuring smooth system performance.
- Assist in troubleshooting and maintaining computer systems and networks for clients.
- Worked closely with team to implement changes in process design, completing within tight deadlines.
- Assisted in review and preparation of engineering plans, specifications and reports.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Northampton
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Deliver exceptional customer service by handling orders, payments, and addressing inquiries.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Trained and supervised new team members to ensure smooth onboarding and adherence to company procedures.
- Organised and restocked inventory for both day and night shifts to maintain workflow continuity.
Project Manager & Assistant Branch Manager
Godrej & Boyce
Bangalore
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Led cross-functional project coordination, setting and managing timelines, delegating tasks, and tracking milestones, resulting in 100% on-time delivery of projects over 12 months.
- Maintained a high-performing work environment, fostering a culture of professionalism and respect that contributed to a 20% increase in team satisfaction scores (via internal surveys) and enhanced customer loyalty.
- Proactively managed critical, time-sensitive projects, reducing average project turnaround time by 15% through structured planning and agile execution.
- Developed innovative, data-driven solutions to complex operational challenges, cutting operational downtime by 30% and boosting internal workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to streamline operations and implement scalable systems, improving overall productivity by 25% as measured by project throughput and task completion rates.
- Managed high-value accounts for prestigious international clients and brands, ensuring client satisfaction scores remained consistently above 95% and contributing to a 12% YoY growth in client retention.
- Spearheaded customer acquisition efforts, leveraging client referrals and cold outreach to generate a 40% increase in qualified leads and closing deals exceeding monthly sales targets by 18%.
Project Manager
Kubik India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Acted as the primary liaison with clients and key stakeholders, including architects, engineers, and surveyors; conducted regular progress meetings to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines, contributing to 98% stakeholder satisfaction throughout project lifecycles.
- Strategically planned and coordinated site operations, ensuring the timely availability of plant, equipment, and resources, which led to consistent on-time delivery of projects within budget parameters.
- Oversaw daily site management activities, including the supervision and performance monitoring of labor forces and subcontractors, resulting in a 15% increase in on-site productivity and adherence to strict safety and quality standards.
Project Engineer
Steelcase Asia pacific limited
Bengaluru
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Monitored project KPIs, including timeline adherence, cost control, and quality benchmarks, using tools such as Excel dashboards and Monday.com, Miro to support data-driven decisions.
- Led end-to-end project lifecycles, from initiation and planning to execution and closure, ensuring 100% compliance with safety regulations, client requirements, and ISO standards.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules (Gantt charts, critical path analysis) to track progress and adjust workflows dynamically, improving on-site efficiency by 20%.
Education
MSc - Project Management
Northampton University
Northampton, UK 09.2023 - 06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
AMC College of Engineering
Bangalore 06.2015 - 08.2025
Science Education - Science
St. Joseph Composite Pre-University College
Bangalore 03.2012 - 04.2014
Class X -
Florida English High School
K.G Halli, Bangalore 03.2009 - 03.2010
Skills
- Project Management and Methodologies
- End-to-end project lifecycle management
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Risk Management and Mitigation
- Budgeting and Financial Oversight
- Agile Project Management (Scrum, Kanban)
- PRINCE2 framework awareness
- Waterfall and Hybrid Project Methodologies
- Timeline and milestone tracking
- Project management tools and software
- Trello – Task Tracking & Agile Boards
- Mondaycom – Resource Planning, Dashboards
- JIRA – Agile Sprint Management, Issue Tracking
- Slack – Team Communication and Automation
- Miro – Digital Whiteboarding, Strategy Mapping
- Microsoft Project and Excel – Gantt charts and budget planning
- Asana – Workflow Management
- Stakeholder and Team Management
- Stakeholder Engagement, and Client Communication
- Team Leadership and Talent Development
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Subcontractor and vendor coordination
- Performance Management Systems
- Operational and Process Excellence
- Process optimisation and workflow automation
- Operational Support and Execution Oversight
- KPI Tracking and Performance Analysis
- SOP development and documentation
- Quality Control and Compliance (ISO, OSHA if applicable)
- Procurement and Resource Allocation
- Analytical and reporting skills
- Data Analysis and Risk Forecasting
- Project Health Monitoring
- Executive Reporting and Status Dashboards
- Documentation & Project Closure Reports
- Forecasting resource and budget needs
Websites
Certification
- APM Certified
- PMP (In Progress)
- Prince 2 (In Progress)
Languages
English: First Language
Tamil: C2
Hindi: C2
Telugu: B2
Malayalam: B1
References
- Faizal, M Rahm, Project Manager, Steelcase Asia Pacific Holdings India Pvt Ltd
- Rakesh, Branch Manager, Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co., Ltd.
Hobbies
Photography, Traveling, Reading, Sports, Cooking, Music
Accomplishments
- Experienced project manager, assistant branch manager, and site engineer for reputed organizations.
- Completed over 30 major projects and 50 minor projects, demonstrating a strong track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Spearheaded key projects for prominent clients, including Google, Microsoft, Infosys, HP, Dell, Intel Software, Bangalore International Airport Limited, and Azim Premji University.
- Played a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution and delivery of projects, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership and organizational skills in managing diverse Project teams and coordinating with various stakeholders.
- Applied innovative solutions to overcome challenges, resulting in the successful completion of complex projects.
- Maintained a focus on quality control, adhering to industry standards and exceeding client expectations.
- Contributed to the growth of the organization by consistently delivering exceptional results and building strong client relationships.
- Founder | Helping Hands Initiative UK (www.helpinghandsgtjtc.co.uk)
Timeline
Project Manager / Engineer
Chelchris Infotech Private Limited
06.2025 - 01.2026
Crew Member
McDonald's
03.2024 - 01.2026
MSc - Project Management
Northampton University
09.2023 - 06.2025
Project Manager & Assistant Branch Manager
Godrej & Boyce
03.2022 - 04.2023
Project Manager
Kubik India Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 02.2022
Project Engineer
Steelcase Asia pacific limited
02.2020 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering
AMC College of Engineering
06.2015 - 08.2025
Science Education - Science
St. Joseph Composite Pre-University College
03.2012 - 04.2014
Class X -
Florida English High School
03.2009 - 03.2010