PMO (Project Management Office) Leader

Saudi Azm عزم السعودية; Riyadh; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Riyadh is seeking a PMO Leader to establish and manage their Project Management Office. The role involves overseeing project management standards, resource allocation, and risk management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, PMP certification, and proven leadership experience in large organizations.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in project management and PMO implementation.
• PMP certification required; PgMP, PfMP, or CPMO are a plus.
• Experience in industry-specific PMO leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PMO strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Monitor project health and ensure compliance with standards.
• Lead and mentor the PMO team, fostering continuous improvement.

Skills

Governance

Resource Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Job Description

Position Overview:

The PMO (Project Management Office) Leader is responsible for establishing, managing, and leading the Project Management Office within an organization. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization. The PMO Leader ensures that projects are aligned with strategic objectives and monitors their health and progress to ensure they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The PMO Leader also focuses on resource management, risk management, and the continuous improvement of project management processes, with a strong emphasis on governance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. PMO Strategy and Governance:
2. Develop and implement the overall PMO strategy, aligning it with the organization’s strategic goals.
3. Establish, enforce, and continuously improve project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization.
4. Define and implement governance frameworks to ensure consistent project management processes and compliance with organizational policies.
5. Monitor adherence to project management standards and intervene when necessary to ensure projects remain compliant.
6. Project Health Monitoring:
7. Oversee the monitoring and reporting of project health across the portfolio, including timelines, budget adherence, and resource utilization.
8. Implement and maintain project health dashboards and regular status reviews to provide visibility into project progress and potential issues.
9. Ensure project managers follow established processes for tracking and reporting project performance.
10. Resource and Budget Oversight:
11. Provide oversight and governance of resource allocation across the project portfolio, ensuring efficient use of resources.
12. Monitor and approve project budgets, ensuring financial resources are appropriately allocated and managed.
13. Collaborate with department heads to address resource constraints and support critical projects.
14. Risk and Issue Management:
15. Develop and enforce a risk management framework used consistently across all projects.
16. Oversee identification, escalation, and mitigation of risks and issues across the project portfolio, ensuring proactive management.
17. Equip project managers with tools and processes to manage risks effectively.
18. Performance Measurement and Reporting:
19. Establish and maintain performance metrics and KPIs to measure project success and PMO effectiveness.
20. Conduct regular reviews of project performance data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
21. Provide senior management with comprehensive reports on the overall health of the project portfolio, including budget, resources, and risks.
22. Team Leadership and Development:
23. Lead and mentor the PMO team, ensuring they are equipped to support project managers and promote best practices.
24. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.
25. Support project managers in overcoming challenges and ensure resource availability.
26. Stakeholder Engagement:
27. Engage with senior leadership and key stakeholders to align PMO activities with organizational objectives.
28. Serve as a trusted advisor on project governance, resource allocation, and risk management.
29. Facilitate communication between project teams and stakeholders for transparency and issue resolution.
30. Continuous Improvement:
31. Drive initiatives to optimize processes, tools, and methodologies within the PMO.
32. Benchmark practices against industry standards and implement improvements.
33. Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate new insights into the PMO activities.

Job requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. Saudi nationality required.
• Experience: Proven leadership in project management, overseeing PMO implementation within large organizations.
• Certifications: PMP certification required; additional certifications like PgMP, PfMP, or CPMO are a plus.
• Technical Skills: Governance, resource and budget management, risk management, proficiency in project management and reporting tools.
• Soft Skills: Leadership, communication, strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, high integrity, organizational skills, resilience, adaptability, passion for improvement.
• Preferred Experience: Industry-specific PMO leadership, familiarity with enterprise tools, experience with change management.