Sonali Narayan Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Ka, In

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

-Analysed project costs to confirm positive return on investment (ROI) for new proposals.-Created project roadmaps for staff, defining specific milestones and timelines to encourage timely project completion.-Checked compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across the entire project. Identified and adapted to project dependencies, altering strategic prioritisation.-Authorised best practice guidelines to participating project members, setting policies and protocols to maximise… Show more -Analysed project costs to confirm positive return on investment (ROI) for new proposals.-Created project roadmaps for staff, defining specific milestones and timelines to encourage timely project completion.-Checked compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across the entire project. Identified and adapted to project dependencies, altering strategic prioritisation.-Authorised best practice guidelines to participating project members, setting policies and protocols to maximise efficiency and reduce risk.-Oversaw multiple simultaneous projects, maintaining high levels of quality and producing excellent results.-Created a project tracking database to provide a central repository for progress and fault monitoring efforts.-Facilitated communication between departments to enhance project success.-Handled risk management and change management duties on projects with active liability concerns.-Published progress reports, updating seniors.-leadership and stakeholders on overall project development.-Followed up on change orders to ongoing projects, confirming necessary alternation completions occurred on time.-Coordinated with the finance department to deliver timely billing for milestone events during project development.-Managed full-cycle project development execution, maintaining strict quality control parameters throughout.-Provide project plan trend analysis and control including analysis, research, development, and maintenance of project data. -Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and project management techniques. Provide recommendations for improvement of project management processes currently in use.-Managed over 50 projects by pipeline management with a 20% increase in timely deliverables.-Administered project management meetings to align support staff priorities with management goals.-Served as primary conflict resolution official, mitigating intra-team and inter-team issues with predetermined mediation protocols. Show less

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-Responsible for Saltmine India office.-Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.-Updated operational methods and oversaw accounting procedures for improved efficiency.-Met project deadlines without sacrificing product quality.-Accelerated progress by continually reviewing performance, budgets, and project timelines.-Drove team success through a shared vision and recognition of quality performance.-Provided detailed technical and… Show more -Responsible for Saltmine India office.-Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.-Updated operational methods and oversaw accounting procedures for improved efficiency.-Met project deadlines without sacrificing product quality.-Accelerated progress by continually reviewing performance, budgets, and project timelines.-Drove team success through a shared vision and recognition of quality performance.-Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.-Managed over 50 projects per week and Increased employee productivity by 10%.-Developed strong organisational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.-Organised and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic. Show less

-Responsible for onboarding, developing new clients and enhancing processes to ensure long-term customer retention.-Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.-Collaborating with senior executives, and directors to determine and execute campaigns aimed at new customer acquisition and service with operational efficiencies.-Responsible for account acquisitions via existing relationships and new… Show more -Responsible for onboarding, developing new clients and enhancing processes to ensure long-term customer retention.-Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.-Collaborating with senior executives, and directors to determine and execute campaigns aimed at new customer acquisition and service with operational efficiencies.-Responsible for account acquisitions via existing relationships and new customer acquisitions in the spatial design industry via Architects and the design community.-Influencing design-led thinking across the workplace via workshops and regular dialogues with the team.-Hire & train a team of designers and client servicing professionals.-Develop LMS internally to train employees to adopt design thinking approaches and ensure strategic design & project lifecycles are built. Forecasting annual, quarterly, and monthly goals.-Engage and strategize unique experiences for clients, also upsell service.-One point of contact for all business needs from design to build projects.-Clients worked and developed – Fortune 500 companies – Amazon, Google, IKEA, IBM, Walmart, Keyloop, GSK, PayPal, Caterpillar, Siemens, Alliant, Apple, Bayers, Fanatics, Harman, ICE, IGT, Verizon, Oracle, Wipro, HP, Infosys, Northern Trust, Societe Generale, LinkedIn, HSBC, Mcafee, Legato, Alcon, Morgan Stanley, VMWare, etc. Show less

-Team Lead heading a group of 5 designers; took care of frontend derivatives from clients to vendors.-Timeline management of online projects and one-point conversations with MOMs.-Strategy planning for an online platform with digital marketing.-Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Interior Design and management principles in individual practice as a member and leader in a team to manage projects in multi-disciplinary environments.-Successfully assisted local real estate… Show more -Team Lead heading a group of 5 designers; took care of frontend derivatives from clients to vendors.-Timeline management of online projects and one-point conversations with MOMs.-Strategy planning for an online platform with digital marketing.-Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Interior Design and management principles in individual practice as a member and leader in a team to manage projects in multi-disciplinary environments.-Successfully assisted local real estate brokers draw multiple new tenants to Livspace through cost-effective and functional space plans and fast turnaround of Interior documents.-Created, managed, and executed business plans and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.-Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.-Created, managed, and executed business plans and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams. Show less

-Had to Understand the impact of interior design on society and the environment and demonstrate knowledge through sustainable interiors.-Identify, select, and apply appropriate tools and technology for understanding and designing complex interior environments.-Use research methods to interpret, analyse and synthesise data to generate appropriate design solutions.-Frame methodological processes to develop solutions for complex spatial issues to meet specific user needs.-To… Show more -Had to Understand the impact of interior design on society and the environment and demonstrate knowledge through sustainable interiors.-Identify, select, and apply appropriate tools and technology for understanding and designing complex interior environments.-Use research methods to interpret, analyse and synthesise data to generate appropriate design solutions.-Frame methodological processes to develop solutions for complex spatial issues to meet specific user needs.-To identify complex issues of the interior environment and sustainability and analyse through research to find design solutions.-Apply knowledge of research methods, design thinking and analysis, user psychology, design styles, material technology, and integrated building services, to design complex projects holistically.-Function effectively as individuals and as members or leaders in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.-Ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning, recognizing need and technological advancements.-Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.-Appointed design consultants and encouraged performance pursuant to the deed and scope of service. Show less

-Head of client relationship management Organising and assembling presentations with material & mood board selections with 99% satisfaction results.-Created timelines for projects and coordinated the whole vendor management system Layout Planning of 500 acres of Villaments including all amenities.-Review and detail shop drawings for construction plans.-Coordinate with other professionals, such as contractors, architects, engineers, and developers to ensure job success.-Estimate… Show more -Head of client relationship management Organising and assembling presentations with material & mood board selections with 99% satisfaction results.-Created timelines for projects and coordinated the whole vendor management system Layout Planning of 500 acres of Villaments including all amenities.-Review and detail shop drawings for construction plans.-Coordinate with other professionals, such as contractors, architects, engineers, and developers to ensure job success.-Estimate material requirements and costs, and present cohesive design to clients for approval. Subcontract fabrication, installation, and arrangement of flooring, fixtures, accessories, draperies, paint and wall coverings, artwork, furniture, and related items. Show less

-Responsible for all aspects from space planning and design development through construction administration and furniture installation.-Completely renovated office space and provided finishes and lighting recommendations for more effective meeting areas.-Fast-moving space planning and construction deadlines provided additional challenges requiring unique problem-solving skills.-Participated in all phases of design and construction processes on all projects.-Produced drawings and… Show more -Responsible for all aspects from space planning and design development through construction administration and furniture installation.-Completely renovated office space and provided finishes and lighting recommendations for more effective meeting areas.-Fast-moving space planning and construction deadlines provided additional challenges requiring unique problem-solving skills.-Participated in all phases of design and construction processes on all projects.-Produced drawings and layouts and assisted clients throughout projects; clients had a satisfaction rate of 95%.-Created 3D models and renderings. Show less

Master'S Degree, Interior Design

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Bachelor'S Degree, Interior Design

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