Leader Project Management Center of Excellence

Job Summary: The creation of a Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE) at our largest execution hub in Pune is an exciting development. The Leader- PMCoE will serve as the strategic and operational head of the Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE). This role is responsible for transforming project execution capabilities into a competitive advantage by leading the definition, deployment, and continuous improvement of global business systems, work processes, and behaviors. The PMCoE Leader will ensure the consistent and effective delivery of complex, global projects by standardizing methodologies, championing digital enablement, and fostering collaboration across a globally distributed team of project managers. Responsibilities and Requirements of the Role: Lead the vision, strategy, and execution of the PMCoE in alignment with organizational goals. Represent the PMCoE in the Process Governance Board and other executive-level forums. Drive strategic transformation initiatives focused on project performance, process consistency, and customer satisfaction. Own and manage the global process library ensuring we write down what we do and do what is written down. Establish, document, and maintain standardized global processes, tools, and systems for project management, engineering, and financial tracking. Implement Theory of Constraints (TOC), Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM), Agile, and hybrid methodologies across the organization. Design and develop a team to support the vision of the World Class PMCoE. Develop a world-class team of project managers through mentoring, competency frameworks, training, and personalized development plans. Lead initiatives to assess and accelerate project management capabilities globally. Champion cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration and knowledge sharing. Oversee the definition and deployment of enterprise tools and digital solutions including SharePoint, Oracle Project Accounting, and 3D modeling platforms. Ensure tool standardization and integration across regions and functions. Collaborate with IT to manage system implementation, security, and user adoption. Define and implement standardized customer communication processes and protocols. Champion transparency, clarity, and responsiveness in project communication with customers throughout the lifecycle. Monitor customer satisfaction metrics and drive continuous improvements. Lead the design and implementation of governance frameworks for process, tools, and project execution standards. Develop and monitor KPIs related to work process compliance, tool usage, project delivery performance, and customer satisfaction. Ensure continuous process improvement through structured reviews, feedback loops, and innovation initiatives. Qualifications and Skills needed: Bachelor s or master s degree in engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field. PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification required. CCPM or TOC certification highly preferred. 10+ years in a senior leadership role within project management or operations. Proven success leading global teams and implementing large-scale transformation initiatives. Deep experience with project management methodologies including TOC, CCPM, and Agile. Experience with Oracle Project Accounting and enterprise project delivery tools. Demonstrated ability to lead hybrid project delivery models across engineering-intensive industries. Preferred Qaulification: Prior experience in managing Centers of Excellence or PMOs. Exceptional strategic thinking and change management capabilities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across global, multicultural teams. Expertise in business systems, process standardization, and enterprise tool implementation. Financial acumen related to project accounting and earned value management. Knowledge of quality systems, process documentation and audit protocols. Who You Are: You see ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. You Interpret and apply understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions. You develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Our Culture & Commitment to You . .