Job Description
Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Project Management leader to establish and enforce project management methodologies and best practices across the organization. This person will be responsible for ensuring structured project execution, optimizing delivery efficiency, and maintaining high standards of documentation, governance, and reporting.
This individual will:
✔ Define and standardize project management methodologies across all teams.
✔ Ensure adherence to project delivery best practices through governance and audits.
✔ Work across multiple methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc.) based on project needs.
✔ Optimize resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
✔ Continuously improve project management frameworks and delivery efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
1. Standardization & Best Practices
Define and establish project management methodologies, frameworks, and workflows.
Ensure consistent documentation standards for project planning, execution, and closure.
Implement PMO policies to streamline project execution across the organization.
Align project management with business goals, client expectations, and delivery objectives.
2. Multi-Methodology Approach & Flexibility
Develop frameworks supporting Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, and Hybrid models.
Guide teams on choosing the right methodology for each project.
Ensure seamless transition between methodologies when required.
3. Project Governance & Audits
Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with defined project management standards.
Identify gaps in project execution and process inefficiencies.
Provide strategic recommendations for process improvements and risk mitigation.
4. Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication
Work closely with developers, product managers, QA teams, and leadership to ensure alignment.
Drive transparent reporting and provide real-time project health metrics.
Improve stakeholder communication through structured reporting and escalation processes.
5. Risk & Resource Management
Optimize resource allocation and project timelines to improve efficiency.
Develop risk assessment strategies to preemptively identify and mitigate issues.
Ensure on-time delivery, budget control, and client satisfaction.
6. Continuous Improvement & Training
Stay updated with emerging trends in project management and implement best-in-class practices.
Mentor and coach project managers, business analysts, and product owners.
Drive a culture of collaboration, accountability, and process improvement.
Key Qualifications & Skills
Must-Have:
- 10+ years of experience in project management, PMO leadership, or related roles.
- Expertise in multiple project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Kanban, Hybrid, etc.).
- Strong understanding of project documentation, reporting, and governance.
- Experience in project audits, compliance, and delivery best practices.
- Proficiency in project management tools like Jira, Trello, Asana, MS Project, or Confluence.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional team leadership experience.
Preferred:
- Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe Agile, or Six Sigma.
- Experience in software development environments and technology project management.
- Knowledge of cloud-based project delivery models and DevOps integration.
- Strong familiarity with change management and process automation.
Skills
- Communications Skills
- Leadership
- Risk Analysis
- Team Collaboration