Staff Project Manager

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We are seeking a complex and experienced Project Manager to lead the setup and operationalization of our Bangalore Technology Centre (BTC). This role will be pivotal in coordinating cross-functional activities, handling timelines, and ensuring the successful delivery of strategic achievements. The Project Manager will work closely with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and global teams to establish a high-performing technology hub aligned with our long-term vision. The role will also help shape up a start up ecosystem to enable bp to leverage the very best technologies from across a range of companies.

Teams you will work with: Will work in an integrated team across Talent Acquisition, Workplace, Finance, and Technology to align on hiring, onboarding, and systems integration.

What you will deliver

• Technology Centre set up & delivery: Drive the execution of the BTC setup plan including office space acquisition, infrastructure readiness, and compliance with HSSE and legal requirements. Coordinate the implementation of financial systems, P&C policies, and operational workflows. Support recruitment pipelines and interview processes, including screening and technical/behavioral rounds.
• Start up ecosystem: Create a start up ecosystem where bp can tap into a range of companies to help deliver specific business challenges.
• Project and programme management: Develop and implement detailed project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and delivery roadmaps. Use appropriate methodologies to deliver projects on time, within budget, and at the desired quality. Coordinate across teams to ensure project alignment with bp’s strategic objectives.
• Delivery oversight in Agile environments: Work within Agile frameworks to align project milestones with iterative delivery cycles. Coordinate across multiple teams to track progress, resolve dependencies, and ensure continuous delivery of value. Support Agile practices at the organizational level by fostering teamwork and adaptability.
• Risk and change management: Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks to project success. Proactively address issues and adapt plans to manage changes effectively while ensuring project objectives remain achievable.
• Stakeholder alignment and engagement: Build strong relationships with business, technical, and external partners to maintain alignment on goals, requirements, and delivery priorities. Act as a communication link between partners to ensure clarity and focus throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuous improvement and process optimization: Lead efforts to refine project management practices, focusing on repeatable and measurable processes. Drive initiatives to improve delivery efficiency, reduce risks, and enhance project outcomes while maintaining a culture of continuous improvement.

What you will need to be successful (experience and qualifications)

• Great communication with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong leadership and relationship skills, able to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in setting up new operations or technology centres.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Familiarity with hybrid work environments and vendor coordination

At this level, the Project Manager is delivering multiple concurrent initiatives. They apply critical thinking to programme and project management, ensuring alignment with broader interpersonal goals. Customer management involves influencing senior leadership and aligning cross-functional teams to shared objectives. They are strategically applying mixed methodologies (Agile, Waterall, etc.) to drive delivery and maintain team focus. They demonstrate leadership in systems development, ensuring robust, enduring solutions meet technical and business needs. They are beginning to mentor and develop junior members of the team, with an eye on growth and continuous improvement.

Preferred experience:

• Significant experience in project management or related field, leading projects with increasing scope and complexity.
• Solid track record of leading large-scale projects and navigating interpersonal complexity.
• Proficiency in advanced Agile techniques, including scaling frameworks.
• Expertise in systems development and change management.
• Understanding of enterprise systems such as ServiceNow, Palantir, Endur, and workplace technologies.
• Understanding of physical technology such as Digital Science, Process modelling, Engineering management and Quality assurance.
• Experience with setting up and running start up ecosystems

About bp

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

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