Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO) team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing and delivering complex projects within a PMO environment. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to drive project success and contribute to the overall growth and maturity of our PMO function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including senior management, to define project goals, scope, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, including resource allocation, schedules, and risk management.
- Oversee project teams, providing direction, support, and motivation to ensure high performance and achievement of objectives.
- Monitor and report on project progress, ensuring transparency and alignment with the PMO standards and governance framework.
- Implement and maintain project management methodologies, standards, and tools in alignment with the PMO’s best practices.
- Identify and manage risks, issues, and changes, ensuring proactive mitigation and resolution strategies are in place.
- Act as a mentor and coach to other project managers, contributing to their professional development and growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and alignment between departments and projects.
- Participate in the continuous improvement of PMO processes and methodologies to enhance project delivery and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Skills
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a PMO function.
- PMP, PRINCE2, or other relevant project management certification is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time, within scope, and budget in a dynamic environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and mentor project teams.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on risk management and strategic decision-making.
- Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, or similar.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the ability to work in both Agile and Waterfall environments.