Zohaib Imtiaz Qazi - (PMP)®
U 25 94-96 Cavanagh Street Cheltenham,VIC
Summary
A technology evangelist and ardent project management geek, with over 15 years of prodigious experience in driving unprecedented results in Portfolio & Project Management, Digital Transformation, Payment Systems, and Financial Services. Seeking to achieve high career growth through a continuous learning process, persist in being dynamic, visionary and competitive in the project & portfolio management domain by providing impeccable top-notch expertise & at the same time contributing to the success of the company.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Portfolio Manager
ANZ Worldline
04.2023 - Current
- Achieved on-time completion of projects by effectively allocating resources and prioritizing tasks.
- Facilitated portfolio performance review and implemented new strategies.
- Successfully managed and launched Tap on Mobile (ToM) project both on iOS and Android.
- Managed GTM strategy for ToM along with marketing and sales departments.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Continuously improving the project governance policies, procedures, processes, tools and materials.
- Acting as the go-to demand management expert for all stakeholders in Australia and connecting them to relevant counterparts at Worldline Global.
- Managing the input, collation, and output of the project demand meetings for delegated projects, including providing regular and ad hoc reports to satisfy individual project, portfolio, or executive reporting requirements
- Reviewing, monitoring, quality assuring, evaluating, and prioritizing the project demand pipeline end-to-end, from initial project ideas to implementation stage
- Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, cultivating trust through open communication lines and prompt resolution of issues.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards by diligently reviewing documentation and enforcing strict adherence to guidelines throughout the portfolio lifecycle process.
- Strategically advising to Project Managers from a portfolio perspective, connecting the dots between global and local initiatives throughout the project portfolio
- Implemented effective monitoring systems to track project performance and identify areas for improvement.
Head of Project Management Office (PMO)
Next Payments
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed a team of Project Managers, Business Analyst & Project coordinator who used agile/waterfall development methods to deliver critical, customer facing, enterprise software development projects to our production systems.
- Lead efforts to improve PMO processes, making teams highly productive and champion the adoption of engineering practices like Continuous Integration (CI) and product/project UAT phases.
- Facilitated seamless collaboration between cross-functional teams by developing clear lines of communication and shared goals. Which helped in delivering many SaaS (Software as a service) projects.
- Championed process improvement initiatives by identifying areas of inefficiency and proposing innovative solutions for optimization.
- Delivered projects on time and under budget by diligently overseeing resource utilization, cost control measures, and scope management.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, partners, and other stakeholders by consistently exceeding expectations and delivering exceptional results.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
Project Manager, Client Services
Next Payments
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Led the successful execution of multiple SaaS (Software as a service) and DaaS (Device as a service) complex projects simultaneously, ensuring quality outcomes for all stakeholders.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution and timely completion of projects.
- Delivered many GTM plans by working with marketing and sales teams for executive approvals.
Implementation Project Manager
I2c Inc.
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Directed large-scale development and implementation of acquiring and digital solutions to meet business needs and build client loyalty.
- Delivered a complex financial processor migration of an Australian client from old platform to a newer one.
- Created implementation methodologies to control project costs and meet deadlines.
- Managed six project teams in Agile environment, realizing success through application of SDLC methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
- Established project governance structures that facilitated effective decision-making and issue resolution throughout the implementation lifecycle.
- Facilitated smooth transitions by conducting hands-on training sessions with end-users during system rollouts or process changes.
Project Manager (Franchise Support)
Broadpeak Technologies
06.2012 - 05.2016
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Completed POS implementation in Middle East Franchisees.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD11.2025
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
Wah Cantt, Pakistan04.2007
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Project Management
- Portfolio Management
- Salesforce
- Transaction Processing
- Fintech Project Management
- GTM Strategy
- Agile/Waterfall Project Management
- SaaS Implementation
- Enterprise Scale Implementation
- Cross Functional Collaboration and Influence
- Strong customer facing and interpersonal communication
- Customer Success Management
- Critical design review
- Agile Methodologies
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
Timeline
Project Portfolio Manager
ANZ Worldline
04.2023 - Current
Head of Project Management Office (PMO)
Next Payments
01.2022 - 03.2023
Project Manager, Client Services
Next Payments
10.2018 - 12.2021
Implementation Project Manager
I2c Inc.
06.2016 - 09.2018
Project Manager (Franchise Support)
Broadpeak Technologies
06.2012 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Project Management
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
- PMP - Project Management Professional
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