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Key Skills: Agile, Jira, ASANA, Microsoft Project, Banking
Role: PMO lead
Location: Glasgow, UK (Hybrid)
As the PMO Lead, you will be instrumental in driving project success across the organization by developing and implementing standardized project management methodologies, tools, and processes. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across various departments to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of project management principles, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
Responsibilities:
1. Establish and Develop the PMO: Define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the PMO function within the organization.
2. Develop and Implement Methodologies: Design and implement project management methodologies, standards, and best practices tailored to the organization's needs (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
3. Project Governance and Reporting: Establish and maintain project governance frameworks, including reporting structures, risk management processes, and issue resolution mechanisms.
4. Resource Management: Oversee the allocation and management of project resources, ensuring efficient utilization and addressing resource conflicts.
5. Project Portfolio Management: Manage the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, prioritizing projects, and tracking overall portfolio performance.
6. Performance Monitoring and Improvement: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for projects and the PMO, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
7. Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.
8. Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers (if applicable), fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
9. Tool and Technology Management: Select, implement, and manage project management tools and technologies to support efficient project delivery.
10. Training and Mentoring: Provide training and coaching to project managers and other stakeholders on project management methodologies and best practices.
11. Risk and Issue Management: Establish and oversee processes for identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks and issues.
12. Budget Management: Oversee project budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints.
13. Compliance and Standards: Ensure projects adhere to relevant internal and external compliance standards and regulations.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in project management, with significant experience in establishing and leading a PMO function.
3. Deep understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Prince2).
4. Strong leadership and team management skills.
5. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
6. Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
9. Experience in developing and implementing project governance frameworks.
10. Ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
11. Strong understanding of financial management principles related to project budgeting.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology and Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting, Banking, and Technology, Information and Media
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