Atish A Dharampall

Atish Dharampall Contact Information Location: Midrand, Gauteng, 1684 Phone: - Email:-LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/atish-dharampall-2a182439 Professional Summary Seasoned Project Manager with extensive experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver strategic initiatives across financial services, mining, and industrial sectors. Expert in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, passionate about tailoring Agile frameworks to business-specific and project requirements. Demonstrated expertise in software development lifecycle (SDLC), AI integration, and data-driven project delivery. Core Competencies - Agile and Hybrid Project Management - Tailored Agile Frameworks - Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) - Artificial Intelligence Integration - Risk Management - Stakeholder Engagement - Strategic Planning - PMBOK Methodology - ADKAR Change Management - Servant Leadership Professional Experience Strategic Projects Manager | Nedbank Insurance (Jan 2022 – Dec 2024) - Led strategic initiatives, managing hybrid Agile-Waterfall projects with teams exceeding 20 members. - Directed major digital transformation programme deploying seven digital insurance products integrated vertically within Nedbank’s ecosystem. - Oversaw integration of an AI Image Analysis solution, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. - Led data integration and adoption projects, boosting utilization of data assets from 0% to 81%. Small Business Owner | Tissue Works (Pty) Ltd (June 2019 – May 2020) - Managed full operational lifecycle including sales, production, HR, and finance. - Successfully exited the business to align career focus with strategic project management roles. Capital Project Engineer | Weir Minerals Africa (May 2017 – May 2019) - Delivered multiple capital projects in mineral processing equipment, managing end-toend lifecycle from installation to commissioning. - Ensured on-time delivery by coordinating manufacturing acceleration and precise planning. Aftermarket Sales Engineer | Howden Africa (Jan 2016 – Apr 2017) - Developed aftermarket business strategy, managing client enquiries, tendering, and execution of client projects. Project Engineer | Howden Africa (Sept 2013 – Dec 2015) - Managed turnkey mining projects up to R30M, handling comprehensive financial reporting and resource management. Applications Engineer | Howden Africa (Jul 2012 – Aug 2013) - Conducted technical selections and preliminary design work for mining ventilation solutions. - Compiled detailed turnkey ventilation solutions and prepared comprehensive tender documentation. Sales Engineer | Trojan Fans (Pty) Ltd. (Feb 2010 – June 2012) - Achieved R4M in sales of industrial ventilation equipment. - Managed client relationships, tendering processes, and issued detailed manufacturing instructions. Education & Certifications - Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI (2020) - Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration – Wits Business School (2016) - N6 National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering – Ekurhuleni West College (2010) - SAVCA Foundation Programme in Private Equity – GIBS (2020) - IBM AI Developer Professional Certificate – IBM (2025) Technical Skills - Agile (Scrum, SAFe), Frontend (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Backend (Python, Flask), AI & Prompt Engineering, MS Project, MS Office Professional Development - Multi-Agent Systems with CrewAI – DeepLearning.AI (2025) - ChatGPT Prompt Engineering – DeepLearning.AI (2025) - AI Python for Beginners – DeepLearning.AI (2025) Significant Projects - Vehicle Value Added Products Programme, Nedbank Insurance, R100M - Digicall Data Integration, Nedbank Insurance - Data Adoption Project, Nedbank Insurance - Kriel Colliery Main Ventilation Fan, Anglo Coal, R24M - Styldrift Main Ventilation Fan, Royal Bafokeng Platinum, R30M - Palesa Coal Modular Crushing Plant, HCI Coal, R6M - Steyn Diamante Sand Wash Plant, Steyn Diamante, R4M Interests & Traits - INTJ Personality - Strategic thinker, analytical, creative - Avid reader, automotive enthusiast, DIY hobbyist, AI Enthusiast