Regional MEP Programme Management Office Senior Manager - Programme Management Office

Job Description

PMO Governance & Portfolio Management

• Establish and maintain PMO frameworks, project governance, policies, and best practices for regional MEP projects.
• Develop and manage project portfolio dashboards, KPIs, and executive reporting.
• Standardize project management processes, templates, and reporting structures across countries.
• Monitor project health, identifying risks, issues, and mitigation actions.
• Ensure alignment of project delivery with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.

Project Planning & Controls

• Oversee project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and project milestones.
• Review project performance against schedule, cost, quality, and scope baselines.
• Drive project forecasting, budget tracking, and variance analysis.
• Support project teams in change management and project recovery initiatives where required.
• Ensure effective project documentation and compliance with organizational standards.

MEP Design & Construction Oversight

• Coordinate with engineering, design consultants, contractors, and project teams on MEP project execution.
• Review MEP project plans, technical milestones, and delivery strategies.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support commissioning, testing, and handover activities across regional projects.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key liaison between regional leadership, project managers, consultants, contractors, and business stakeholders.
• Facilitate governance meetings, steering committees, and executive reviews.
• Provide timely project updates and recommendations to senior management.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration among engineering, procurement, finance, and operations teams.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Establish and maintain project risk registers and mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and industry standards.
• Support audit requirements and project assurance activities.
• Drive lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Track contractor and consultant performance against contractual obligations.
• Support procurement processes including RFPs, evaluations, and contract administration.
• Monitor project claims, variations, and commercial risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of experience in project management, PMO, or project controls.
• Experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects across several countries.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, construction lifecycle, and project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural regional environment.

Additional Information

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