Senior Specialist, Project Excellence

Job summary

This role focuses on enhancing project, programme, and portfolio management (P3M) capabilities within a global organization, emphasizing governance, delivery performance, and continuous improvement. The position involves collaboration with business leaders and project professionals to drive strategic initiatives and support the green energy transition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 5-8+ years of experience in PMO, Project Excellence, Portfolio Management, Business Transformation, or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of P3M frameworks, methodologies, governance, and maturity models
• Experience leading or supporting complex cross-functional initiatives in a global, matrix-based organization
• Proven expertise in portfolio governance, performance management, strategic planning, and executive reporting
• Strong analytical skills for translating complex data into actionable insights
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience in PPM tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Planview, Jira, Azure DevOps, Power BI) and relevant certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, MSP, MoP, PgMP, Agile)

Responsibilities

Competencies

• Implement and continuously improve P3M frameworks, governance processes, standards, and methodologies
• Develop and enhance P3M capabilities aligned with strategic priorities
• Create and maintain portfolio reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance insights
• Partner with project and programme leaders to promote delivery excellence
• Facilitate governance forums, maturity assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop tools, templates, guidance materials, and knowledge-sharing practices
• Support strategic transformation initiatives by embedding industry-leading P3M practices
• Understands the impact of P3M on business performance and value creation
• Builds strong relationships and collaborates effectively across functions
• Applies critical thinking and data insights to solve challenges and identify opportunities
• Communicates clearly and facilitates productive discussions
• Demonstrates a passion for improving processes and delivery effectiveness
• Champions integrity, teamwork, and a safety-first mindset