Project Management Officer
Client: Confidential (Aviation Group)
Consultancy: Protiviti
Location: Brussels (Hybrid)
Duration: End of August (with possibility of extension)
Language: English (mandatory)
Work model: Hybrid (± 2 days per week on-site in Brussels)
Job Title: Project Management Office (PMO) Manager – International Projects & Service Center Integration
Job Description
For one of our clients active in the Aviation sector we are seeking a PMO Manager to lead and drive our portfolio of international projects, with a primary focus on the integration of global service centers. This role is critical to our ongoing transformation, ensuring consistent delivery, operational excellence, and alignment with organizational objectives across regions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the delivery of complex, multi-national projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, timeline, and quality standards.
* Establish, optimize, and enforce PMO governance frameworks, methodologies, and standardized processes for all international project initiatives.
* Lead integration efforts for service centers across multiple countries, focusing on process harmonization, system interoperability, and organizational alignment.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with business units, IT, operations, and external stakeholders to align project objectives and deliverables with strategic airline goals.
* Develop detailed project plans, manage resource allocation, and mitigate risks for seamless execution of service center integrations.
* Track and report on key performance indicators, project milestones, financials, and outcomes for executive leadership.
* Champion continuous improvement by identifying process gaps, recommending solutions, and facilitating lessons learned across global project teams.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements across all regions and functions.
Required Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, IT, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
* 3+ years of experience in project management or PMO roles.
* Proven track record managing large-scale, cross-border projects, including integration of service centers or shared services.
* Deep knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) and tools (JIRA).
* Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills, with ability to influence at all organizational levels.
* Proficiency managing distributed teams across diverse cultures and time zones.
* Relevant certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile (Scrum Master, SAFe, etc.) are desirable.
Key Competencies:
* Strategic thinking and business acumen
* Change management and organizational integration
* Risk identification and mitigation
* Data-driven decision-making and reporting
* Multicultural sensitivity and global mindset
Why Join Us?
You will be an integral part of our global transformation, shaping the future of how we serve our international customers.