- Lead and oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) across all construction and real estate developments, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and investment objectives.
- Establish and enforce standardized project management methodologies, governance frameworks, policies, and reporting structures.
- Manage the overall project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives based on strategic value, risk exposure, and financial impact.
- Oversee master planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and resource planning to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
- Monitor CAPEX performance, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting in coordination with finance and commercial teams.
- Implement robust risk management processes to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
- Provide executive-level reporting and dashboards to senior management and board members on portfolio health and performance.
- Ensure effective contract administration, variation management, claims control, and dispute resolution.
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, developers, investors, and regulatory authorities to ensure smooth project execution.
- Drive quality assurance, HSE compliance, and adherence to local building codes and regulatory standards.
- Lead change management processes, controlling scope adjustments and ensuring proper approval workflows.
- Optimize resource allocation across multiple concurrent developments to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Implement and enhance project management systems (Primavera P6, ERP platforms, BIM integration, cost control tools).
- Identify performance gaps and implement continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery functions.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop PMO and project management teams, fostering high performance and accountability.
Desired Candidate Profile Head of PMO (Construction & Real Estate)
Education
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field. Master's degree (MBA or Project Management) preferred.
Experience
- 15+ years of progressive experience in construction and real estate project management, with at least 57 years in a senior leadership or PMO role.
Portfolio Exposure
Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-project portfolios including mixed-use, residential, commercial, hospitality, or infrastructure developments.
Strategic Leadership
- Demonstrated ability to align project portfolios with corporate strategy, investment goals, and long-term development plans.
Financial & Commercial Acumen
- Strong expertise in CAPEX management, budgeting, cost control, cash flow forecasting, and ROI analysis.
Project Controls Expertise
- Advanced knowledge of planning, scheduling, cost management, risk management, and performance tracking methodologies.
Governance & Compliance
- Deep understanding of project governance frameworks, quality standards, HSE regulations, and real estate compliance requirements.
Contractual & Claims Knowledge
- Strong experience in contract administration, procurement strategies, variation management, and claims resolution.
Technology Proficiency
- Proficient in project management and planning tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, ERP systems, and BIM platforms.
Stakeholder Management
- Proven ability to manage relationships with investors, developers, consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
Risk Management Capability
- Strong analytical skills to identify, assess, and mitigate complex project risks.
Leadership & Team Development
- Experience building and leading high-performing PMO and project teams across multiple projects.
Communication Skills
- Excellent presentation and reporting skills with the ability to communicate effectively at board and executive levels.
Certifications (Preferred)
- PMP, PgMP, PMI-RMP, RICS, or equivalent professional certifications.
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker, results-driven, commercially aware, decisive leader with strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
