Leader Project Management Center of Excellence

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Job Description Job Summary: The creation of a Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE) at our largest execution hub in Pune is an exciting development. The Leader- PMCoE will serve as the strategic and operational head of the Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE). This role is responsible for transforming project execution capabilities into a competitive advantage by leading the definition, deployment, and continuous improvement of global business systems, work processes, and behaviors. The PMCoE Leader will ensure the consistent and effective delivery of complex, global projects by standardizing methodologies, championing digital enablement, and fostering collaboration across a globally distributed team of project managers. Responsibilities and Requirements of the Role: Lead the vision, strategy, and execution of the PMCoE in alignment with organizational goals. Represent the PMCoE in the Process Governance Board and other executive-level forums. Drive strategic transformation initiatives focused on project performance, process consistency, and customer satisfaction. Own and manage the global process library ensuring “we write down what we do and do what is written down.” Establish, document, and maintain standardized global processes, tools, and systems for project management, engineering, and financial tracking. Implement Theory of Constraints (TOC), Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM), Agile, and hybrid methodologies across the organization. Design and develop a team to support the vision of the World Class PMCoE. Develop a world-class team of project managers through mentoring, competency frameworks, training, and personalized development plans. Lead initiatives to assess and accelerate project management capabilities globally. Champion cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration and knowledge sharing. Oversee the definition and deployment of enterprise tools and digital solutions including SharePoint, Oracle Project Accounting, and 3D modeling platforms. Ensure tool standardization and integration across regions and functions. Collaborate with IT to manage system implementation, security, and user adoption. Define and implement standardized customer communication processes and protocols. Champion transparency, clarity, and responsiveness in project communication with customers throughout the lifecycle. Monitor customer satisfaction metrics and drive continuous improvements. Lead the design and implementation of governance frameworks for process, tools, and project execution standards. Develop and monitor KPIs related to work process compliance, tool usage, project delivery performance, and customer satisfaction. Ensure continuous process improvement through structured reviews, feedback loops, and innovation initiatives. Qualifications and Skills needed: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field. PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification required. CCPM or TOC certification highly preferred. 10+ years in a senior leadership role within project management or operations. Proven success leading global teams and implementing large-scale transformation initiatives. Deep experience with project management methodologies including TOC, CCPM, and Agile. Experience with Oracle Project Accounting and enterprise project delivery tools. Demonstrated ability to lead hybrid project delivery models across engineering-intensive industries. Preferred Qaulification: Prior experience in managing Centers of Excellence or PMOs. Exceptional strategic thinking and change management capabilities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across global, multicultural teams. Expertise in business systems, process standardization, and enterprise tool implementation. Financial acumen related to project accounting and earned value management. Knowledge of quality systems, process documentation and audit protocols. Who You Are: You see ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. You Interpret and apply understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions. You develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Our Culture & Commitment to You At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. About Us WHY EMERSON Our Commitment to Our People At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration. We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor. At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together. 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