PMO Manager

Job Description

Job Title: PMO Manager
Job Purpose
To lead and develop the Project Management Office (PMO) by establishing an integrated project planning, monitoring, and control framework; standardizing project management processes; strengthening project governance and portfolio management; and providing senior management with actionable reports and data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.
Position Overview
The PMO Manager, reporting to the Planning & Business Development Deputy, is responsible for leading and developing the company's project management framework and ensuring integrated oversight of the overall project portfolio. The role involves close collaboration with Project Managers, senior management, and key functional departments, including Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Contracts, and other relevant business units.
The Opportunity
Lead the development of the company's PMO and establish an integrated project management and control framework.
Work in a project-driven environment across EPC, power generation, and energy sectors.
Play a key role in managing and monitoring the company's project portfolio.
Contribute to the development of Project Governance, Portfolio Management, and Data-Driven Project Management frameworks.
Deliver strategic insights and management reports to support senior-level decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and continuously develop the PMO framework, standardizing project management processes, methodologies, and procedures.
Manage and monitor the project portfolio in terms of schedule, cost, progress, resources, and overall performance.
Oversee project planning and control activities across EPC and power generation projects.
Monitor project deviations, analyze performance gaps, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Oversee Cost Control, CAPEX/OPEX management, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Manage and oversee Risk Management, Change Control, and Claim Management processes.
Establish an integrated reporting framework and develop management dashboards and Project Management BI solutions.
Develop and maintain Lessons Learned and project knowledge management systems.
Ensure effective coordination among Project Managers and relevant functional departments.
Lead, mentor, and develop the PMO, Project Planning & Control, and Cost Control teams.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Project Management, PMO, or Project Planning & Control.
Proven managerial experience in PMO or project management.
Experience in EPC, power generation, and energy projects is an advantage.
Proven experience in managing multiple projects or project portfolios simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of PMBOK, Project Management methodologies, and PMO frameworks.
Strong command of WBS, CBS, Baselines, Critical Path Method (CPM), and EVM.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable decisions.
Strong systems thinking and strategic perspective.
Proven leadership, problem-solving, conflict management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Results-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Technical Skills & Software
Primavera P6
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Excel
Power BI
ERP / Project Control Systems