Senior Project Management Specialist

At JASARA PMC, the Senior Project Management Specialist is responsible for overseeing the entire project delivery lifecycle, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and Vision 2030. This includes managing the performance of the outsourced PMC, mediating between consultants and contractors, escalating issues, and maintaining communication with both internal and external stakeholders. The role requires proficient monitoring of project execution against the Project Execution Plan and managing in-house project teams.

To be considered for the Senior Project Management Specialist position at JASARA PMC, candidates should possess a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Business Administration or a related field. Additionally, over 7 years of project management experience is required, along with a proven ability in stakeholder management, risk management, budgeting, and performance monitoring.

Collaboration is key for a Senior Project Management Specialist at JASARA PMC. You will liaise with various stakeholders, including the Senior Responsible Owner from the Armed Forces, presenting updates at Stage Gate committees, and managing internal stakeholder requirements. Your role as a client representative ensures that all parties are informed and aligned throughout the project phases.

Essential skills for success as a Senior Project Management Specialist at JASARA PMC include strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, expertise in risk and issue management, resource and supplier relationship management, as well as quality management. Knowledge in budgeting and cost control, alongside project and programme management proficiency, is also crucial.

Candidates can expect a collaborative and innovative work culture at JASARA PMC. The company promotes teamwork, transparency, and a shared commitment to achieving Vision 2030. As a Senior Project Management Specialist, you'll be encouraged to take initiative, share ideas, and actively participate in the project's success.

Highlight specific projects you've managed, focusing on the complexity, your role, and the outcomes. Discuss challenges you faced, how you overcame them, and the key skills you utilized in your management approach.

Discuss your approach to conflict resolution, including listening to all parties, understanding their concerns, and bringing them together for a solution. Highlight specific instances where you've navigated similar conflicts successfully.

Mention tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Scrum methodologies. Explain why you prefer these tools or methodologies based on your experience and how they aid in tracking progress and improving communication.

Explain your approach to project alignment, such as conducting stakeholder meetings, understanding long-term goals, and preparing alignment documents. Share a specific example of how you achieved alignment in past projects.

Outline your systematic approach to risk management, including identification, analysis, and developing mitigation strategies. Use examples from your past work to illustrate your effectiveness in managing project risks.

Describe the steps you took to analyze the situation, reallocate resources, adjust timelines, or communicate with stakeholders. Emphasize the outcome and any lessons learned to demonstrate your problem-solving skills.

Discuss your prioritization strategies, such as assessing impact vs. effort, using project management software, or stakeholder needs. Providing a concrete example will strengthen your answer.

Mention strategies like regular check-ins, fostering open communication, and setting clear goals. Emphasize your experience in motivating team members and improving team performance.

Explain the criteria you use to evaluate project success, such as meeting deadlines, staying on budget, and achieving stakeholder satisfaction. Discuss how you collect feedback to continuously improve future projects.

Detail your experience managing budgets, including how you monitor costs, make forecasts, and handle variances. Providing specific examples of successful budget management will showcase your financial acumen.