PMO Manager

**Responsibilities**:

- Establish and manage the PMO for the new project, defining and implementing project management processes, standards, and procedures.
- Provide leadership and guidance to project managers and teams, ensuring adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
- Develop and maintain project governance frameworks, including project charters, risk management plans, and communication plans.
- Monitor and report on project performance, providing timely and accurate insights to stakeholders and senior management.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify and prioritize projects, aligning them with strategic business objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement within the PMO, identifying areas for enhancement and implementing necessary changes.
- Foster a culture of project management excellence, providing training and guidance to project managers and teams.
- Manage resource allocation, budgeting, and forecasting within the PMO to support successful project delivery.
- Lead the development and maintenance of a comprehensive project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategic goals.
- Oversee project risk management activities, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and contingency planning.
- Drive the standardization and continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and templates across the organization.
- Collaborate with project sponsors and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring clear and measurable success criteria.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of project teams and vendors, providing feedback and support to optimize project outcomes.
- Contribute to the development and execution of change management strategies to ensure smooth project transitions and adoption of project deliverables.
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the PMO and the successful delivery of projects.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in project management, incorporating relevant insights into the PMO's practices and procedures.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive environment within the PMO, encouraging knowledge sharing and professional development among team members.Serve as a primary point of contact for project-related escalations, conflict resolution, and resource allocation decisions within the PMO.

**Essential Requirements**:

- Proven experience 15+ in project management and PMO leadership roles, preferably within a similar industry or domain.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Experience in developing and implementing project governance frameworks and performance measurement mechanisms.
- Sound knowledge of project management tools and software to support effective project delivery and reporting.
- Relevant certifications such as PMP, PgMP, or PfMP will be highly advantageous.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement.