Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering; Master's preferred.
12+ years in project management, particularly large-scale projects.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex environments.
Proficient in project management methodologies: Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid.
Knowledge of project portfolio management and governance processes.
Strong business acumen to define and implement operational systems.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Lead enterprise-wide projects from initiation to closure.
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Build strong relationships with executive sponsors and business leaders.
Identify and mitigate project risks; develop contingency plans.
Manage project budgets and track financial performance.
Promote best practices in project management and mentor teams.
Ensure compliance with Novus systems and internal policies.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic PMO environment.
Exposure to executive-level stakeholder engagement.
Collaboration across various functional teams.
Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives.
Opportunity to mentor and develop junior project managers.
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
