PMO Manager

PMO ManagerPermanent roleOnsite work arrangementWork location: CBDThe PMO Manager oversees the Project Management Office to ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. This role is responsible for setting project management standards, managing resources, tracking project performance, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Projects may include infrastructure, security systems, and enterprise integrations.The Opportunity1. Governance & Framework Development:Establish and maintain PMO policies, standards and proceduresEnsure Compliance with governance across all projects and programs2. Overseeing project managers and teams:Providing support, guidance, and mentorship to project managers, ensuring they adhere to established standards and deliver successful projects. Ensure compliance with scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets3. Managing resources:Allocating resources (human and financial) effectively to projects, ensuring projects have the necessary support to succeed.Coordinate project resource planning and allocationTrack workload and availability across project managers and technical teams4. Monitoring project progress:Tracking project status, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies.5. Planning and ReportingMaintain master project schedules and dashboardsPrepare weekly/monthly project status reports and executive summariesTrack risks, issues, and change requests across all active projects6. Performance Measurement & Continuous ImprovementDefine KPIs and metrics for project success and PMO performanceConduct post-implementation reviews and lessons learnedLead process improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery7. Ensuring strategic alignment:Working with senior management to ensure projects align with the organization's strategic objectives and contribute to overall business goals.8. Facilitating communication and collaboration:Maintaining open communication channels between project teams, stakeholders, and senior management.9. Developing and implementing project management methodologies:Creating and refining project management processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.10. Managing project documentation:Ensuring proper documentation of project plans, progress, and outcomes for future reference and learning.11. Risk Management:Identifying and mitigating potential risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.12. Stakeholder Management:Act as liaison between project teams and senior managementFacilitate project review meetings, steering committees, and decision gatesSupport communication plans and change management activities13. Acts as a leader and facilitator, ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the PMO and the successful delivery of projects.Your BackgroundBachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or related field - PMP®or equivalent certification preferred5–10 years of experience in project or program management, including 2-3+ years in a PMO leadership role.Proven track record in establishing and managing PMO governance frameworks, processes, policies, budget and methodologies.Experience managing infrastructure, construction, or technology projectsExposure to multi-industryFamiliar with budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning toolsStrong leadership, analytical, and communication skillsMeticulous and Attention to detailsStrong Governance Mindset - Resilience & Integrity