Deployment Project Manager

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

Litmus is hiring a Deployment Project Manager to lead end‑to‑end implementation of its industrial AI platform for manufacturing customers. The role owns schedules, risk, scope, and communication using waterfall methodology while coordinating with sales, account teams, and third‑party partners.

Role Snapshot

• Lead end‑to‑end deployment projects
• Manage schedules, risks, and scope
• Coordinate with sales and account teams
• Produce project status reports and documentation
• Oversee third‑party subcontractors as needed
• Ensure smooth handover to support
• Drive cost analysis and profit‑margin protection

Must-Have Requirements

• Proven track record implementing software and infrastructure projects in manufacturing
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities
• Experience using Wrike or other project management software
• Experience in a customer‑facing role
• Implementing software and infrastructure projects in manufacturing

Nice-to-Have Signals

• PMP or other professional project manager designation
• Background in manufacturing software or infrastructure
• Problem‑solving mindset
• Continuous learning of new technologies
• Adaptability to fast‑paced change
• PMP certification
• Manufacturing software background

Work Setup

• Location: Pune, India
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Employment type: Full-Time

Not Specified in JD

• Salary range
• Visa sponsorship
• Remote eligibility
• Travel requirement
• Security clearance
• Coding test
• Portfolio

What You'll Likely Work On

• Create and maintain implementation schedules, tracking issues and risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project scope, process change requests, and ensure alignment with evolving customer requirements.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports and statements of work in partnership with sales and account management.
• Conduct cost analysis, recommend actions to protect profit margins, and oversee financial aspects of deployments.
• Facilitate regular status meetings, capture minutes, and maintain timely communication with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Lead the transition of completed deployments to the support team during the closedown phase.
• Provide oversight of third‑party partners/sub‑contractors when they are involved in the deployment.

Good Fit If You Have

• Proven experience delivering software/infrastructure projects in a manufacturing setting.
• Comfortable using Wrike or comparable project‑management tools.
• Self‑starter who thrives both independently and within a collaborative team.
• PMP certification or similar project‑management credentials are a plus.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast‑paced, scaling environment.