Project Management Lead

The Project Management Lead (PMO) in Strategic Planning Development team is responsible for providing strategic guidance and tactical support planning, transformation, performance measuring, and risk mitigation for new initiatives pursued within the organization. This role entails establishing and maintaining effective project management processes, methodologies, and tools to optimize project performance and drive successful project outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

• Project Management: Oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and monitoring, to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, within budget, and within assured quality expectations.
  
• Performance Management:
• Develop and implement performance metrics and KPIs to track project progress, identify areas for improvement, and optimize project outcomes.
• Identify and assess project risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and monitor risk throughout the project lifecycle to minimize potential disruptions.
• Interdepartmental Coordination & Communication: Facilitate communication and collaboration between project teams and various departments to ensure alignment of goals, priorities, and resources.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, strategy, marketing, or related field (MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in consulting (top tier firm preferred), with at least 2+ years as project manager. Specializing in corporate strategy with hands-on experience in operation transformation, manufacturing excellence, sustainability, etc.
• Excellent project management skills with a proven track record of driving projects from inception to completion.
• Proven ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement corrective actions to address project challenges.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making and improve project performance.
• Familiarity with change management principles and experience facilitating organizational change initiatives.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and manage stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (Native or very fluent), demonstrated fluency in both informal conversations and formal business interactions.
• Demonstrated expertise and extensive familiarity with various office software applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and other relevant tools.