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Head Program Management Office

Head Program Management Office

TK ElevatorRiyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
12 hours ago
Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced PMO Head to lead the Project Management Office of our Elevator Product Design Center in KSA. In this role, you will oversee the R&D Project Management function, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of development projects. Your strategic vision and leadership will drive efficiency and result achievement in cross-functional Project Management, fostering a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Leads the R&D Project Management Function and Project Management Team in KSA, which includes the ownership of the R&D Project Portfolio, ensuring alignment of projects with business needs, and driving clarity, transparency, and feasibility of scope, schedule, resources, and budget. Sets the structure to proactively identify, evaluate, manage and communicate project and portfolio risks.
  • Ensures the right Project Management Capacity and Skills to lead cross-functionally without formal authority on the projects in the portfolio. Leads, coaches and develops the Project Management Team.
  • Owns and ensures continuous improvement of the Standard Product Development Process (SPDP) and Project Development Governance, in collaboration with the cross-functional leading team.
  • Defines KPIs and reports / communicates the Project and Project Portfolio performance to all impacted stakeholders, with particular focus to the Executive level.
  • Ensures administration and continuous improvement of the Project and Project Portfolio Management tool.
  • Supports the Head of R&D to implement R&D strategy by supporting scoping / planning and then managing the project management for Transformation initiatives.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience : minimum 10 years’ experience in PMO, Program Management and / or Project Management roles, preferably within the R&D or Product Development sectors.
  • Proven experience in leading / managing small teams, preferably in Project Management.
  • International experience and cultural awareness with various business environments; knowledge of KSA and / or Middle East environments is valuable.
  • Ability to lead initiatives without authority in a matrix organization : create plans, drive alignment across functions and hierarchy levels, and monitor implementation.
  • Able to identify and resolve conflicts; ability to build strong working relationships with management and all project stakeholders from Executives to Project Team Members.
  • Strong personality to influence others. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to executive-level stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Ability to tailor reports and communications for the Executive level.
  • Advanced Degree such as Master’s in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Project Management Certification : PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
  • Language Skills : Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Good knowledge of R&D processes and tools
  • Industry knowledge : experience in the elevator or related industry.
  • Change management and greenfield experience : change management and new organization setup.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and integrate new technologies into project management practices.
  • Additional languages : proficiency in Arabic or other relevant languages.
  • Experience with New Product Launch / Gated Process
  • Ability to operate in a matrix environment with global and local teams.
  • Work Environment and Travel Requirements

  • Ability to travel internationally (up to 30%).
  • Role includes a mix of office, manufacturing site, and field environment interactions.
  • Seniority level

  • Director
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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