Head of PMO, Sofia

Ref. No.: HPMO

Main responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall direction and coordination of the PMO team.

• Establish global methodology for the planning, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects.

• Ensure consistency with Software Group strategy, commitments and goals.

• Manage team of Project managers, Business analysts and PMО Leads, based in BG Headquarters and other Software Group offices.

• Responsible for establishing of global methodology for the planning, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects, while ensuring consistency with Software Group’s strategy, commitments and goals.

• Responsible for freelance consultants in the project management area.

• Lead product implementation and consultancy projects.

• Participate in the project scope definitions.

• Lead the communication with the clients and partners on specific projects.

• Analyze, advise and guidе clients, in accordance with their requirements.

• Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the proper execution of all SG projects.

• Agree the timescales, costs and resources needed.

• Establish and maintain excellent client relationships.

• Plan and manage the timely implementation of projects within the team, and the allocation of tasks among employees in order to achieve the key stages of implementation.

Requirements:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (Computer Science, Economics, Management will be an advantage).

• At least 10 years of experience in project management in a software development or other IT company and good understanding of IT fundamentals

• PMP, SPO or SM certifications will be considered an advantage

• Experience in improvement of project management tools and techniques to contribute towards management and optimization of multiple project teams.

• Experience in requirements development, customer interaction and customer relations management and compilation of multi-source information.

• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management.

• Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.

• Proven experience in people and communication management, strategic planning, risk and change management

• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.

• Results-oriented and effective. 

General requirements for all SG employees:

• Must have a positive, get-done attitude and willingness to take on and contribute in any cross-functional areas the team needs at any given time

• Must understand and buy into the core values, vision and mission of the company

• Must have a drive for professional development and actively engage in team improvements

• Must speak English fluently and have clear writing skills for communicating with customers and colleagues