GM-VP Project Management Office-South India

The Lead PMO will drive centralized project governance, standardization and performance monitoring across Sobha's residential and contractual projects. This role ensures timely delivery, cost efficiency, quality compliance, and alignment with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. PMO Strategy & Governance

• Establish and lead enterprise-level PMO frameworks, policies, and best practices

• Define project governance models, stage gates, and reporting structures.

• Ensure alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements

2. Project Planning & Execution Oversight

• Monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables across multiple sites

• Identify risks, delays, and cost overruns; drive corrective actions

• Standardize project planning tools (Primavera/MS Project, dashboards)

3. Portfolio & Performance Management

• Track portfolio health using KPIs (cost, time, quality, safety)

• Present executive dashboards and MIS reports to leadership

• Enable data-driven decision-making through analytics

4. Risk & Compliance Management

• Develop risk management frameworks and mitigation strategies

• Ensure adherence to statutory approvals, safety norms, and quality standards

• Conduct periodic audits across project sites

5. Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with internal teams: design, procurement, finance, legal, and execution

• Act as a bridge between senior leadership and project teams

• Manage communication with external stakeholders (consultants, contractors)

6. Process Improvement & Digital Transformation

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lean construction practices

• Implement digital tools (ERP, BIM integration, reporting automation)

• Promote PMO maturity and capability building

7. Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor PMO team members across regions

• Build capability through training, frameworks, and knowledge sharing

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management

• Expertise in project planning tools (Primavera, MS Project)

• Financial acumen (budgeting, cost control)

• Risk management and governance expertise

• Data analytics and dashboarding (Power BI/Tableau is a plus)

• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills