Chief EPMO Officer

Job Overview

The Chief EPMO Officer is responsible for leading and supervising enterprise-wide project, program, and portfolio management initiatives at Power International Holding. Acting as the main oversight authority for all contracting projects, this role ensures projects are delivered punctually, within budget, and meet established quality benchmarks.

Primary Duties

• Continuously monitor project progress and financial performance using key metrics like Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI).
• Analyze earned value, contract asset valuations, and billing indicators across contracts to identify discrepancies such as delays or budget overruns.
• Conduct frequent site inspections across multiple countries to validate project data and understand risks firsthand.
• Consolidate and present detailed project reports and executive summaries to senior leadership, highlighting critical risks and necessary actions.
• Lead governance forums and facilitate timely escalations for decision-making on significant delivery risks.
• Engage closely with project directors and executive stakeholders to ensure accountability and alignment on goals and cash flow.
• Drive strategic planning for the corporate project portfolio and spearhead EPMO maturity and transformation initiatives.
• Establish governance frameworks, compliance standards, and risk management protocols enterprise-wide.
• Champion the adoption of digital PMO solutions, automation, and AI-driven reporting tools to improve project oversight.
• Foster a high-performance culture by developing team capabilities, promoting innovation, and ensuring continual improvement.

Qualifications and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction/Project Management or related disciplines.
• Master’s degree in fields such as Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, or Business Administration.
• Preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credentials.
• 15 to 20+ years of leadership experience within Enterprise PMO environments, with foundational experience in EPC, PPP, real estate, or contracting settings.
• Proven ability to govern full project lifecycles from initial opportunity assessment through to execution and delivery.
• Extensive experience working with executive teams and board-level management.
• Deep knowledge of project development phases, financial management including feasibility, funding, cost control, and ROI, as well as risk and stakeholder integration across various functional areas.
• Highly proficient in translating complex project details into clear insights for executive decision-making.

Industry Requirement

Applicants must have prior experience in the Oil & Gas sector. Candidates lacking relevant Oil & Gas domain experience will not be considered.