IN_Senior Manager_PMO_Data and Analytics_Advisory_Pune

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Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Data, Analytics & AI Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in data and analytics engineering focus on leveraging advanced technologies and techniques to design and develop robust data solutions for clients. They play a crucial role in transforming raw data into actionable insights, enabling informed decision-making and driving business growth. In data engineering at PwC, you will focus on designing and building data infrastructure and systems to enable efficient data processing and analysis. You will be responsible for developing and implementing data pipelines, data integration, and data transformation solutions. *Why PWC At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. " Job Description & Summary: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager - PMO to lead project governance, portfolio management, and execution excellence across key business initiatives. The role will be responsible for establishing PMO best practices, driving project delivery, managing stakeholder communication, and ensuring alignment of programs with organizational objectives. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Project Management Office (PMO) function for strategic programs and initiatives. Establish and maintain project governance frameworks, methodologies, and standards. Oversee project portfolio planning, prioritization, resource allocation, and delivery tracking. Monitor project performance through KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting. Drive risk, issue, dependency, and change management processes across projects. Collaborate with business leaders, technology teams, and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of objectives. Facilitate steering committee meetings, project reviews, and status reporting for senior leadership. Ensure compliance with organizational policies, controls, and project management standards. Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies within project delivery. Mentor and coach project managers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Mandatory skill sets: Bachelor's degree in Engineering , Business Administration, Management, or a related field. MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, or similar project management certifications preferred. Preferred skill sets: Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to influence stakeholders across all organizational levels. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Experience in digital transformation, consulting, IT services, or large enterprise environments. Consistent on-time and within-budget delivery of strategic programs. Enhanced project visibility through robust governance and reporting. Improved portfolio performance and stakeholder satisfaction. Standardization of project management practices across the organization. Years of experience required: 2+ years of overall experience with at least 5+ years in PMO leadership roles. Proven experience managing large-scale transformation, technology, operational, or business programs. Experience working with cross-functional and geographically distributed teams. Strong expertise in project governance, portfolio management, budgeting, and stakeholder management. Education qualification: BE/B.Tech/MBA/MCA/M.Tech/CA/ICWA Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Master of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering, MBA (Master of Business Administration) Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills PMO Development Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Agile Scalability, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analytical Thinking, Apache Airflow, Apache Hadoop, Azure Data Factory, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Data Anonymization, Data Architecture Development, Database Administration, Database Management System (DBMS), Database Optimization, Database Security Best Practices, Databricks Unified Data Analytics Platform, Data Engineering, Data Engineering Platforms, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Data Lake, Data Modeling {+ 37 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date July 31, 2026