Head of Project Management

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects within the country, ensuring alignment with organizational strategies and local market priorities. 

• Manage the country-level project portfolio, balancing project priorities, resources, and timelines to maximize value for the organization. 

• Work with country and regional leadership to identify key business opportunities, initiate strategic projects, and support growth initiatives. 

• Ensure that all projects align with the organization's long-term objectives and market-specific needs. 

• Enforce governance frameworks to ensure all projects comply with internal policies, external regulations, and industry best practices. 

• Monitor compliance with project management standards, ensuring consistency in project methodologies, documentation, and reporting across the portfolio. 

• Ensure adherence to local regulations and legal requirements in project execution. 

• Oversee the successful execution of all projects, ensuring they are delivered within scope, on time, and within budget. 

• Provide leadership and support to project managers, ensuring effective project planning, risk management, and problem resolution. 

• Act as an escalation point for high-priority issues, risks, and challenges that arise during project delivery. 

• Drive accountability and performance across all project teams, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. 

• Manage project resources, including personnel, budgets, and materials, ensuring optimal resource allocation across the country’s project portfolio. 

• Oversee the recruitment, development, and retention of project management talent, ensuring the team is equipped to meet the organization’s needs. 

• Monitor project budgets and financial performance, ensuring effective cost control and resource utilization. 

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the country’s project portfolio, ensuring proactive risk management practices are in place. 

• Ensure that risks and issues are effectively communicated and escalated to the appropriate stakeholders, with timely interventions to address challenges. 

• Develop and maintain risk mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity in the face of changing market conditions or unforeseen challenges. 

• Drive continuous improvement within the project management function, identifying areas for process enhancements, cost savings, and operational efficiencies. 

• Oversee the financial performance of the project portfolio, ensuring that projects remain within approved budgets and deliver expected financial outcomes. 

• Provide regular financial and progress reports to country and regional leadership, highlighting key achievements, risks, and financial performance. 

• Ensure transparency in project financials and monitor the return on investment (ROI) of major initiatives. 

• Lead and manage organizational change initiatives that arise from projects, ensuring that project outcomes are fully integrated into business operations. 

• Work closely with business units and departments to ensure that project deliverables align with country-level operational and strategic goals. 

• Ensure that all projects adhere to country-specific regulatory, legal, and market requirements. 

• Stay informed about changes in the local regulatory environment that could impact project execution and delivery. 

• Adapt project strategies to reflect local market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive pressures. 

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

   A master’s degree or MBA is preferred. 

• Professional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, PgMP) are preferred. 

• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a multinational or regional organization. 

• Demonstrated experience managing large, complex projects or portfolios at the country or regional level. 

• Proven track record of successful project delivery in dynamic, fast-paced environments. 

• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, JIRA) and familiar with project portfolio management tools. 

• Strong understanding of various project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid approaches. 

• Sound financial management skills with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for projects. 

• Strategic thinking and ability to align projects with country-level and organizational goals. 

• Strong risk management capabilities with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges. 

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality and deadlines. 

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with executives, clients, and cross-functional teams. 

• Deep understanding of the local market, regulatory environment, and business landscape. 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.