PMO Digital Lead

Role Overview

PMO Digital Lead at KBR in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

KBR provides PMO services, enterprise-level governance, assurance, integration and performance oversight across all projects and programs for a major infrastructure programme. The project is a mixed-use development aiming to be a global landmark and authentic destination in Riyadh, comprising a distinct, self-sustaining community hub offering several iconic assets.

Role Purpose

The PMO Digital Lead reports to the Project Controls Director and is responsible for digital transformation with governance and data-driven delivery for the PMO, providing oversight of PMCs. The role implements integration of digital tools, analytics, and PMO best practices to support control and reporting of performance for quality, schedule, cost and safety with robust risk management, and is responsible for integration of digital systems and tools to provide a single source of truth.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Strategy & Transformation

• Develop and implement a digital PMO framework in accordance with a defined digital strategy.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives across project controls, commercial, reporting and governance.
• Implement and manage comprehensive digital integration frameworks for the Development enabling continuous flow of data, effective decisions, and improved performance.

Digital Platforms & Tools

• Initiate development, enhancement, and maintenance of digital platforms including dashboards, BIM integration and data analytical tools.
• Lead implementation of Common Data Environments (CDE), AI-enabled project insights, and deploy innovative digital solutions to improve project efficiency and delivery outcomes.
• Enable unified project controls through an integrated platform comprised of planning and scheduling, cost management and forecasting, risk management, change control, and document control.
• Develop digital tools for expedited data acquisition for digitalized reporting of design and construction progress with quality assurance of received data.

Analytics & Performance Optimization

• Establish efficiencies through data-driven analysis allowing predictive decisions linked to key success factors for delivery to quality, schedule, cost and safety.
• Implement advanced analytics for trend analysis and forecasting, risk prediction and mitigation planning, and utilization of AI models for performance optimization.

Capability Development & Training

• Mentor PMO and project controls teams in digital tools and methodologies.
• Build digital capability within PMO functions across projects.
• Conduct training programs on tools, dashboards, and digital workflows.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering.
• Master's degree preferred in Business Administration, Project Management, Digital Transformation or similar.
• Minimum 15 years post-graduation experience.
• Sound knowledge of all engineering and commercial aspects of major civil, infrastructure, and development projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Experienced in data visualization, including Power BI, Tableau, and Excel advanced analytics.
• Experienced in digital platforms, including BIM tools and CDE systems.
• Experienced user of Primavera P6, Pert Master, MS Office, MS Project, and document management systems.
• Ability to effectively monitor and analyze progress, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Fluency in English both written and spoken.
• Planning and organizing.
• Accepts responsibility.
• Team player.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong customer focus.