Job Specifications
Mission Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior PMO Officer to join a high-profile, long-term project in the engineering and multi-technical industry. The primary focus of the role is to support the operational side of complex projects, ensuring smooth execution and integration across various technical domains, including IT, radio, telecoms, development, and engineering. You will play a pivotal role in the successful integration of systems for client needs, focusing on risk management, project monitoring, and supporting project managers to deliver high-quality results.
Location: Halle, Belgium
Contract Duration: 12 months (Initial)
Start Date: ASAP
Work Model: 60% onsite (1-2 days WFH)
Languages Required: English (Mandatory), French (Preferred), Dutch (Bonus)
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Operational Project Support: Assist project managers in the day-to-day running of projects, ensuring that the project is progressing according to timelines and budgets.
System Integration Coordination: Oversee the coordination of system integration efforts, connecting products across a variety of technical domains such as IT, telecom, and embedded systems.
Risk and Issue Management: Conduct risk reviews and ensure potential issues are identified and mitigated early. Proactively support the team in managing and resolving project risks.
Delegation & Resource Planning: Help manage project resources, including task allocation and ensuring that deadlines are met. Delegate tasks where appropriate to project managers or team members.
Process Implementation: Apply project management methodologies and best practices to improve efficiency, ensuring that processes are consistently followed across all projects.
Monitoring & Reporting: Track project progress, budgets, and timelines. Provide regular status reports to stakeholders and senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Execution-Focused Role: While some administrative tasks are involved, this role is highly operational, with an emphasis on ensuring that projects are executed flawlessly on the ground.
Collaboration: Work closely with project teams, clients, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication and coordination.
Requirements for the Candidate:
Experience:
10-15+ years of experience in PMO or Project Management, ideally within the engineering, industrial, or multi-technical sector.
Proven track record of managing and supporting complex, multi-disciplinary projects (including IT, radio, telecoms, development, embedded software, and system integration).
Significant experience in an operational PMO role, supporting project managers in execution and risk management.
Technical Knowledge:
Strong understanding of system integration processes, particularly in multi-technical environments.
Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) and how to apply them in diverse project settings.
Familiarity with tools and systems used for project management, risk management, and reporting (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, etc.).
Soft Skills:
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate between various technical teams and stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating project risks.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Language Requirements:
English: Fluent in written and spoken English (essential).
French: Proficiency in French is highly preferred.
Dutch: Knowledge of Dutch is considered a bonus.
Educational Background:
A background in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, or related fields is highly desirable. A technical or business degree is preferred.
Details:
Start Date: Immediately
Contract Length: 12 Months
Contract Type: Freelance
Location: Halle
Hours Per Week: Full Time
Onsite Policy: 2 Days WFH
Language: English (French Preferred, Dutch is a Bonus)
If interested, please send your most up to date CV to gabriel.toma@vividresourcing.com and I'll try to get back to you as soon as possible.
About the Company
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