Pmo Manager

Airtel; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Airtel is seeking a seasoned Program Delivery and Governance lead to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives across the organization in India. You will enforce PMO standards, oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of strategic programs, and ensure delivery within scope, time, and budget.

You will mentor PMs and Analysts, coordinate portfolio reporting, dashboards, and executive communications, and collaborate with stakeholders to align initiatives with business goals.

Qualifications

• 6–12 years experience in project/program management.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale programs.
• Experience implementing PMO standards and governance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of programs.
• Implement PMO standards, methodologies, and processes.
• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate portfolio reporting, dashboards, and leadership materials.
• Mentor PMs and Analysts and align teams with goals.

Skills

PMI & PRINCE2

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-initiative management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Engineering

PMI/PRINCE2 certifications

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of project management frameworks (PMI, PRINCE2).
• Expertise in data analysis, reporting tools (MS Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage cross-initiative dependencies and complex programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors or Master’s in Business, Engineering, or related fields.
• Certifications: PMP, PMI, ITIL, PRINCE2 preferred.
• Experience:
• 6–12 years in project/program management.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale projects. Core Responsibilities

Program Delivery & Governance

• Ensure successful delivery of programs/projects on time, within budget, and scope.
• Implement PMO standards, methodologies, and processes consistently across projects.
• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of strategic initiatives and acquisitions.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular program team meetings and executive communications.

Financial & Risk Management

• Manage budgeting, cost control, and revenue forecasting.
• Handle risk identification, mitigation strategies, and compliance with SLAs.

Reporting & Analytics

• Coordinate portfolio management reporting, dashboards, and benefit case tracking.
• Prepare monthly front-to-back materials for leadership.

Team Leadership

• Mentor Project Managers and Analysts on PM fundamentals and tools.
• Provide guidance to cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Internal PMO Context

• PMO roles include Audit & Compliance, Operations & Analytics, Delivery Automation, and Smart Utilities Program Leads.
• Program Managers are expected to drive process excellence, upskill PM capability, and transform workways for large and complex projects.