Faraz Hasan (PMP)®
Karachi,Pakistan
Summary
Highly motivated self-starter with extensive experience in IT and project management, specializing in Digital and Core banking projects. Throughout the career, having the consistently demonstrated ability to handle challenging situations and provide exceptional service. Professional project management specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Bank AL Habib Limited
2022.07 - Current
- Managed project timelines, budgets, and reports to optimize operations and resource allocation
- Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration and streamlined communication among team members for efficient project completion
- Oversaw project timeframes, budget estimates, and status reports to ensure adherence to schedules and financial targets
- Coordinated project team members and developed schedules and individual responsibilities to maximize productivity
- Implemented IT strategies to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget
- Provided support in tracking and resolving post-implementation issues through comprehensive issue logs
- Facilitated coordination of cross-functional activities among project team members
- Monitored project deliverables and updated management on progress through meeting minutes and steering committee meetings
- Evaluated project risks and feasibility, identifying issues and proactively implementing proposed solutions.
- Utilized project tools and techniques to effectively manage stakeholder responsibilities.
- Used project management tools and techniques for positive, successful outcomes.
- Prepared and managed project plans from end to end, meeting required milestones.
Manager Projects
HBL - Habib Bank Limited
Karachi , Pakistan
2020.02 - 2022.07
- Coordinated cross-functional activities among project team members to ensure smooth execution
- Developed comprehensive project plans, including key deliverables, timelines, and responsibilities
- Established project governance structure to effectively monitor progress and ensure accountability
- Conducted regular meetings with project team members to monitor deliverables and provided updates to management through meeting minutes and steering committee meetings
- Delivered products and services in line with agreed arrangements and contracts.
- Successfully met budgetary objectives and made necessary adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
- Provided support in tracking post-implementation issues and facilitated coordination among project team members
- Ensured seamless coordination of cross-functional activities to optimize project efficiency.
- Assisted in tracking post-implementation issues and their resolution, utilizing issue logs as necessary
- Managed contract negotiations between clients, seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.
IT & E-Marketing Manager
Charlotte Group Of Industries
2018.08 - 2020.01
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
- Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within the scope and within budget
- Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
- Upgraded hardware and software regularly for optimised systems performance.
- Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
- Recommended upgraded technologies to meet evolving business requirements.
- Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
- Managed technology resources within department budgets.
- Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
- Report and escalate to management as needed
- Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
- Perform risk management to minimize project risk.
- Managed team of IT support technicians, developing workflows and processes.
Application Support Engineer (OG-II)
Faysal Bank Limited
Karachi , Pakistan
2018.01 - 2018.07
- Demonstrated knowledge of business functions and proficiency in managing applications such as Symbols, Mantas CWX, TCSS, and CCMIS
- Executed EIM activities from the database of Core Apps and ensured seamless integration with the SIEBEL interface CRM application)
- Proficient in performing backups of Core & Non-Core Banking applications on IBM System Storage TS3310 using LTO4 media in the AIX environment
- Performed root cause analysis to identify issues and limit repeat reoccurrence.
- Developed and customized scripts (.vbs & bat files) to automate the upload and download of data files on Vision+ for efficient movement of CCMIS data
- Understood complex business processes and corresponding data flows for improved systems support.
- Collaborated and escalated issues with local or international support teams for timely resolution of EOD/SOD concerns
- Supported software updates and rollouts with thorough testing, minimising operational disruption.
- Efficiently managed EIM activities and updated SIEBEL interface for seamless CRM integration
- Ensured data security by performing backups of Core & Non-Core Banking applications on IBM System Storage TS3310.
I.T Officer
RELACOM (PVT) LTD
Karachi
2013.10 - 2017.12
- Troubleshooted network LAN & WAN problems and outages, collaborating with network architects for network optimization
- Monitored, deployed, and maintained network devices and servers in the Data-center
- Installed, updated, and configured operating systems, created images, and ran them as required, along with other related application software and utilities
- Managed, designed, and troubleshooted VMware environment
- Resolved system issues on workstations and servers
- Troubleshot application errors
- Provided optimal solutions for customer's business and personal needs
- Provided remote and hands-on PC support for various hardware and software, including Windows XP, 7 & 8, 10, and Microsoft Office products
- Managed and troubleshooted VMware environment, resolved system and application issues.
Education
B.S - Telecommunication
Institute of Business & Technology
KarachiM.S/MPhil - Project Management
Muhammad Ali Jinnah University
KarachiSkills
- People Management
- Agile & Hybrid Methodologies
- Time Management
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
- Communication & Presentation Skills
- Risk mitigation & Management
- Policy deployment
- Microsoft Teams
- Waterfall methodology
Languages
English
Native
Urdu
Native
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) from PMI (Dec 2023)
- Scrum Fundamentals From Scrum Study (2022)
Accomplishments
- Ready Cash Loan
- Reward Module Debit & Credit Card
- COC Tie Ups Projects
- Addition of Biller via APIs
- SBP Regulatory Reporting Mechanism
- POS Lending
- Visa Signature Card BAHL
- Smart POS
- Migration of Core Banking Data
- Visa Platinum & Signature Debit Card
- Conversion to Islamic Banking
- Amortization of Card Related Income
- Biometric Verification App
- Tower Sharing North Region
Major Projects:
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Manager
Bank AL Habib Limited
2022.07 - Current
Manager Projects
HBL - Habib Bank Limited
2020.02 - 2022.07
IT & E-Marketing Manager
Charlotte Group Of Industries
2018.08 - 2020.01
Application Support Engineer (OG-II)
Faysal Bank Limited
2018.01 - 2018.07
I.T Officer
RELACOM (PVT) LTD
2013.10 - 2017.12
B.S - Telecommunication
Institute of Business & Technology
M.S/MPhil - Project Management
Muhammad Ali Jinnah University
- Project Management Professional (PMP) from PMI (Dec 2023)
- Scrum Fundamentals From Scrum Study (2022)
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