Project Management Office Manager

Job Description

Project Management (PM) comprises project management for execution of cross-functional / geographical projects and program from initiation to completion. Covers determination of project / program goals and support of business objectives and strategies. Ensures projects / program achieve their targets, keep their schedule, and maintain estimated cost, time, and quality within planned scope. Covers management of risks that affect the delivery of project outcomes.

Project Management Office & Support (PMO) develops and ensures the implementation of Nokia's project management methodology, processes, tools, improvement, and efficiency program to ensure all internal and external customer project deliveries are made efficiently and with quality.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Support the complete project lifecycle, from project initiation through planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Maintain PMO governance standards, methodologies, templates, and best practices across projects.
• Assist project managers in developing project plans, schedules, milestones, resource plans, and risk registers.
• Track project progress, budgets, timelines, resource utilization, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including status reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, RAID logs, and executive presentations.
• Coordinate governance activities such as steering committee meetings, project reviews, and audit readiness.
• Facilitate communication among project teams, business stakeholders, and leadership.
• Ensure data accuracy across project management systems and reporting tools.
• Identify project risks, issues, dependencies, and escalation requirements while supporting mitigation planning.
• Drive continuous improvement of PMO processes and reporting mechanisms.
  
  

Key Skills And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field with total 8+ years and 4+ years of relevant experience in Project Management Office (PMO), Project Coordination, or Project Support roles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and project lifecycle management.
• Experience in project planning, scheduling, cost tracking, performance monitoring, and reporting, excellent documentation, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

About Us

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Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we're advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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About The Team

Some of our benefits in Portugal :

• Flexible working arrangements and additional flex benefits to support work–life balance
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Medical and life insurance plan, plus paid sick leave for added security
• Meal allowance to support daily needs
• Car allowance based on eligibility
• Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to engage with Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs), as well as access to mentors, coaches, and Employee Growth Solutions
• A learning culture that promotes continuous personal and professional growth – for your role and beyond