Job description:

A Senior Project Manager role in Project Management Office to lead and manage Programs, Large projects or critical projects delivering strategic value to the business. Strategic leadership and project management expertise will be crucial in optimizing project outcomes, mitigating risks, and aligning project objectives with business goals. This role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful change and contribute significantly to the success of our organization. Here are some key responsibilities and skills associated with this role

Responsibilities :

Program Strategy : Develop and execute program or project strategies to deliver GBU's growth and innovations
Program Planning and Execution :
Create and manage program/project plans including budget, timelines and resource allocations.
Lead and manage cross functional teams to deliver program/project objectives. Ability to manage small, medium, and large-scale projects simultaneously
Stakeholder management : Communication with stakeholders, including executives, business/customers and team members.
Financial Management: Manage Program/Project budget and produce project financial reports
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks to ensure project success. Manage the risk register at engagement level and report regularly.
Coaching and Mentoring: Provide required coaching or mentor the team members, make them accountable for their deliverables
Continuous Improvement : Drive a continuous improvement and innovation culture, gathering user feedback and insights to iterate on project features and enhance the overall user experience.
Standardizing Processes & Reporting: Develop best practices, techniques, tools for project planning & execution, improve project governance processes adapting them to meet evolving organizational needs and industry standards,.

Skills:

Must have 14+ years of experience working as a Project manager
Advanced knowledge and understanding of PMO activities, Independently manage end to end PMO activities for a large project.
Advanced skills in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to tailor and integrate approaches for optimal project outcomes
Advanced financial management skills, including budgeting, cost control, and financial forecasting for large-scale projects and programs.
Advanced Organizational Change Management skills, enabling successful implementation of large-scale transformations and fostering a culture of adaptability
Demonstrated experience in managing large, complex projects or programs, navigating intricate stakeholder landscapes, and delivering significant organizational value.
Advanced project portfolio management and resource optimization skills, ensuring strategic alignment and maximizing return on investment across multiple initiatives.
Strong mentoring and coaching abilities for developing junior project managers and fostering a high-performing project management culture within the organization
Ability to influence decision-making at the senior leadership level, effectively advocating for project needs and aligning initiatives with strategic organizational goals.

Senior Project Manager (PMO)