PMO specialist

Colleges of Excellence; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Colleges of Excellence is seeking a PMO specialist to oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets. You will establish and maintain project management standards, support project managers in planning and budgeting, monitor progress, and prepare stakeholder reports to drive informed decisions.

The role requires strong communication, detail orientation, and solid knowledge of PM methodologies and tools, with a degree in a related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Certification in project management (PMP, Prince2, etc.) is highly preferred.
• Proven experience working in PMO roles and with project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain project management standards and processes within the organization.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress and identify and address any issues or risks that may arise.
• Compile and analyze project data to provide insights and recommendations for improving project performance.
• Prepare and present reports on project status, achievements, and challenges to key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices within the organization.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Risk and issue management

Project planning and budgeting

PM methodologies and tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree is a plus

Certification in project management (PMP, Prince2, etc.)

Job description

Summary

PMO specialists, or Project Management Office specialists, are responsible for overseeing the successful execution of projects within an organization. They work closely with project managers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

Job Responsibility

• Establish and maintain project management standards and processes within the organization.
• Provide guidance and support to project managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress and identify and address any issues or risks that may arise.
• Compile and analyze project data to provide insights and recommendations for improving project performance.
• Prepare and present reports on project status, achievements, and challenges to key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management practices within the organization.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Certification in project management (PMP, Prince2, etc.) is highly preferred.
• Proven experience working in project management or PMO roles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.