Head of Project Management Office

10 - 15 years

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As the Head of Project Management Office (PMO) at our renowned engineering consulting firm in Chennai/Gurgaon, you will play a crucial role in leading a team of 30 to 50 professionals towards delivering high-quality project management services. Reporting to the Managing Director in India, you will be responsible for establishing and managing the governance framework for the unit, supporting project managers globally, and ensuring the efficiency and collaboration within the team. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing project governance frameworks, providing leadership and mentorship to the PMO team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and internal policies, monitoring project performance, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with internal stakeholders across executing units in COWI. Additionally, you will contribute to regular month-end closure activities for the projects supported by the PMO. To be successful in this role, you should hold a bachelor's/masters degree in engineering, project management, or a related field, and possess 10-15 years of project management experience, including leadership roles in engineering consulting. You should also have valuable skills in project and quality management, document control, risk assessment, contract management, and project governance, along with proficiency in project management tools like Primavera, MS Project, or SAP. Certification such as PMP, PMI, PRINCE2, or equivalent would be an asset. Moreover, you should exhibit strong English communication skills, be intrinsically motivated to make a positive difference for the team and COWI, and have experience in people management. Your ability to inspire and mentor team members, prioritize their professional development and well-being, and create an inclusive and trusting culture will be essential for this role. At COWI, we believe in shaping a sustainable and liveable world through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and curiosity. We value differences, development, and well-being, and offer a supportive environment where you can thrive both at work and at home. With offices across Scandinavia, the UK, North America, Poland, and India, we are a diverse team of 7,500 professionals dedicated to engineering, architecture, energy, and the environment. Join us at COWI and be a part of our well-being programs, technical networks, knowledge sharing groups, Green, Tech, and Tool Communities, COWI Academy, and new ways of working. Visit our website at www.cowi.com to learn more about our projects, strategy, and life at COWI. COWI is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and succeed.,

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