PMO Lead

Talan Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a PMO Lead – Smart Metering to support governance, planning, and reporting for a major initiative in the Middle East. The ideal candidate has strong project control experience, particularly within utilities or smart metering, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in project management tools. This role offers an opportunity to drive significant change through innovation and technology.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in PMO or project control roles on complex IT or infrastructure programmes.
• Proven track record supporting large, multi‑stream projects within utilities or smart metering.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support programme governance, planning, and reporting for a Smart Metering initiative.
• Develop and maintain the integrated programme plan and milestones.
• Implement standard processes for risk, issue, and change management.
• Prepare materials for steering committees and executive reviews.

Skills

Project control roles

Multi-stream project management

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Project

Power BI

PMO toolsets

Education

PMP Certification

MPM Certification

MSP Certification

Job description

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award‑winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a PMO Lead – Smart Metering to join our team.

Job Description

The PMO Lead will support the Programme Manager in establishing and maintaining programme governance, planning, and reporting for a large‑scale Smart Metering initiative in the Middle East. The role ensures consistency across project streams (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, IT Integration, and Testing) and alignment with Talan’s delivery framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Programme Manager and support programme control and coordination activities.
• Develop and maintain the integrated programme plan, milestones, and dependencies.
• Implement standard processes for risk, issue, and change management.
• Consolidate progress and KPI reports across all delivery streams.
• Prepare materials for steering committees and executive reviews.
• Ensure quality and consistency of project documentation.
• Support financial tracking, resource management, and vendor governance.
• Coordinate with the Contract Manager and Testing Lead on status and dependencies.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in PMO or project control roles on complex IT or infrastructure programmes.
• Proven track record supporting large, multi‑stream projects within utilities or smart metering.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong command of MS Project, Power BI, and PMO toolsets.
• Experience in the GCC region or energy sector advantageous.
• PMP, MPM, or MSP certification beneficial.