Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering; Master's preferred.
12+ years of project management experience with large-scale initiatives.
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams in complex environments.
Strong grasp of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
Familiarity with project portfolio management and governance processes.
Solid business acumen for operational systems and procedures.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Lead enterprise-wide projects from initiation to closure.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and schedules.
Build strong relationships with executive sponsors and functional teams.
Identify and mitigate project risks while monitoring project health.
Manage project budgets and track financial performance effectively.
Promote best practices in project management and mentor team members.
Ensure compliance with Novus Management System and related policies.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement.
Access to a collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Engagement in high-impact projects that drive organizational success.
Support for work-life balance and flexible working arrangements.
Full Job Description
General Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery Lead enterprise-wide projects and programs from initiation through closure. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and governance structures. Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements. Manage project scope and control changes through established governance processes. Drive project execution while balancing competing priorities across departments.
Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with executive sponsors, business leaders, and functional teams. Facilitate alignment between business, technology, operations, and external partners. Provide regular project status reporting and executive-level communications. Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve conflicts proactively.
Risk & Issue Management Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks. Escalate critical issues and dependencies appropriately. Develop contingency and recovery plans when necessary. Monitor project health and implement corrective actions.
Financial & Resource Management Manage project budgets and track financial performance. Coordinate resource allocation across multiple teams and departments. Ensure efficient utilization of project resources. Support business case development and benefits realization tracking.
Continuous Improvement Promote best practices in project and program management. Facilitate lessons learned and post-implementation reviews. Contribute to PMO maturity and process improvement initiatives. Mentor project managers and project team members when appropriate.
Oversee compliance and adhere to the Novus Management System (NMS), Novus Integrity System (NIS), and all policies and procedures related to position assignment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Bachelor's (Master's preferred) degree in Business or Engineering, or related field.
12+ years of project management experience managing large-scale enterprise initiatives.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex organizational environments.
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid).
Experience with project portfolio management and governance processes.
Strong business acumen in defining and implementing operational systems and procedures in various functional areas.
Ability to evaluate existing business processes and propose simplification
Strong communication and leadership skills to set direction and keep the organization focused on reaching objectives.
Other Essential Requirements
Fluent in English.
Experience working & leading within a PMO environment.
Ability to handle ambiguity and thrive in providing clarity & direction during chaos
