Head: Project Management Office Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Head: Project Management Office to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs with the help of appropriate verification techniques;
- Build and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors;
- Lead, guide and influence stakeholders regarding Project Governance and good project practices;
- Allocate resource and ensure their availability;
- Prepare and review comprehensive project documentation;
- Analyze and manage risks in order to minimize the negative effect on a project;
- Monitor project performance with the help of appropriate systems, tools and techniques;
- Drive a team of PM’s to prepare a detailed, rapid project plan to track progress;
- Maintain relations with the client and all stakeholders;
- Prepare reports and present them to senior management as needed;
- Oversee the timely delivery of all projects, ensuring they remain within the project scope and within budget;
- Organize and coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects;
- Develop PMO processes, project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Requirements:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Strong practical experience with Microsoft Office;
- Strong collaboration and team-building skills;
- 5 – 10 years of proven success as Project Manager within a corporate environment;
- Significant experience in software development and web technologies;
- Outstanding organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills;
- At least 2 years of proven success directing a PMO;
- Expert application of PM techniques;
- High level of influence and credibility;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Complete educational background, preferably in the fields of computer science or engineering for technical project managers;
- Additional certification such as PMP or PRINCE II will be a bonus;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Strong understanding of business change management.