PMO Senior Manager

Develop and implement PMO frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent and effective project delivery.

Establish and oversee governance structures for project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting.

Work closely with project management teams to enhance processes, drive efficiencies, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Oversee project budgets, cost estimates, and financial performance, including risk-adjusted forecasting.

Monitor project progress, evaluate performance reports, and present insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Lead stakeholder engagement, maintaining strong communication with client representatives and key partners.

Support the development of design alternatives and project strategies to optimise delivery outcomes.

Oversee day-to-day project operations, ensuring alignment with design specifications, client requirements, and regulatory standards.

Direct project sequencing and execution strategies to accelerate delivery and minimise operational disruption.

Lead resource planning and capacity management to ensure projects are adequately staffed and delivered effectively.

Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to project teams, fostering a high-performance culture.

Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, including the implementation of a zero-accident philosophy.

Bachelor s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.

• Minimum 20 years experience in project management, including leadership of major government or semi-government infrastructure programs.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale construction projects within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strong expertise across:
  • Project controls
  • Site engineering
  • Contracts management
  • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
  • Quality assurance
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and managing PMO frameworks and governance structures.
• Experience in financial management, cost control, and risk management at program level.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience in developing high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to engage with government entities, clients, and senior stakeholders.
• Experience in implementing continuous improvement initiatives and driving operational excellence.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Extensive international experience, with KSA exposure highly preferred.
• Western markets or international project environments is strongly preferred for this E1-level role.