Description:
The PMO Director will be a critical driver of project excellence, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while also optimising cost management strategies and effectively handling claims. This role offers an opportunity to lead and shape the future of our Company's project management practices and contribute to its continued growth and success. By collaborating closely with Technical Directors, the PMO Director will ensure seamless alignment between project delivery strategies and technical requirements, while also overseeing human resources and skill set requirements for successful project execution.
Key Responsibilities:
1.Strategic Leadership:
•Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for the PMO in alignment with the company's overall business objectives.
•Collaborate with the CDO and other executive leaders to drive continuous improvement in project management methodologies, cost management, and claims resolution.
2.Departmental Oversight:
•Lead the Planning, Cost, and Claims departments, providing direction, guidance, and mentorship to department heads and teams.
•Set performance expectations, monitor progress, and ensure effective communication within and across departments.
3.Project Management:
•Oversee project planning, scheduling, and monitoring to ensure projects are executed on time, within scope, and meeting quality standards.
•Collaborate with project managers to identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and optimise project delivery processes.
4.Cost Management:
•Develop and manage a robust cost control framework to monitor project budgets, expenditures, and forecasts.
•Work closely with the Cost department to analyse cost data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure effective resource allocation.
5.Claims Management:
•Lead the Claims department in handling contractual disputes, change orders, and claims related to projects.
•Collaborate with legal teams and project managers to evaluate claims, negotiate settlements, and mitigate potential financial risks.
6.Stakeholder Engagement:
•Act as a primary point of contact for executive leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders regarding project progress, cost control, and claims resolution.
•Facilitate effective communication and reporting to ensure transparency and alignment with company goals.
7.Collaboration with Technical Directors:
•Collaborate closely with Technical Directors to align project delivery strategies with technical requirements.
•Work with Technical Directors to ensure that human resources requirements and skill sets are aligned with project needs.
8.Performance Measurement:
•Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the performance of projects, departments, and overall PMO effectiveness.
•Monitor KPIs to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
9.Continuous Improvement:
•Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the PMO by identifying best practices, implementing process enhancements, and fostering innovation.
Qualifications and Experience:
•Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
•Proven experience (17+ years) in project management, ideally within the industry, with a strong track record of successful project delivery.
•Prior experience (5+ years) in leadership roles, managing teams and departments.
•In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, cost control, and claims resolution processes.
•Strong understanding of contracts, regulations, and legal aspects related to claims.
•Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
•Proficiency in project management software and tools.
•Relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, CCM, etc.) are a plus.
•Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
•Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with stakeholders at various levels.
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