Manager, Program Management Office

9 months ago


Vancouver, Canada Port of Vancouver Full time

**BE PART OF THE TEAM THAT BRINGS THE WORLD TOGETHER**

**Career Opportunity: Manager, Program Management Office**

Join an organization that plays a critical role in Canada’s economy. At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we focus on doing the incredible work it takes to become the world’s most sustainable port.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is responsible for the stewardship of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Our mandate as a Canada Port Authority, as set out by the _Canada Marine Act _, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives, ensuring goods are moved safely and responsibly through the Port of Vancouver. That means providing infrastructure and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic and cargo within the port. It also means we carry out reviews of proposed activities and developments on federal port lands and waters to determine whether a project can go ahead without impacts to the environment and community that cannot be mitigated.

We are passionate about the work we do and what it contributes to our local communities, the region and our country. This is reflected in our values of collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability and customer responsiveness.

Be a part of a team that advances initiatives to promote economic prosperity through trade, a healthy environment and thriving communities for the future generations of Canadians. It’s a workplace where the intrinsic value of your contribution to help foster the continued growth of the Canadian economy becomes a tangible reality. Bring your unique strengths, perspectives and experiences to the port authority and join us in charting a course toward a sustainable future.

The Manager, Program Management Office is responsible for developing best practice framework, governance and methodologies for enterprise portfolio, program or project management. The Manager leads a team that will support various business (people, process and system) focused projects and programs within the organization, as well as provide guidance and coaching to department’s project managers and across VFPA. Overall, the Manager of the PMO will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects and programs within the organization.

Accountabilities
- **Strategic Alignment**: work closely with senior management to align the PMO's goals, objectives, and initiatives with the organization's overall strategic direction. Understand the organization's vision and translate it into actionable plans and programs
- **PMO Governance**: establish and maintain the governance framework for the PMO, ensuring that projects and programs adhere to established policies, methodologies, and standards. Develop and enforce project management processes and procedures, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry best practices
- **Resource Management**: Responsible for resource allocation and management within the PMO. They assess the resource needs for various projects and programs, ensure that the right skills and expertise are available, and optimize resource utilization. The Manager may also coordinate with other departments or teams to secure necessary resources
- **Stakeholder Management**: Acts as a key point of contact and builds relationships with stakeholders across the organization. Collaborate with senior executives, project managers, functional managers, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for the PMO's initiatives. Communicates project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and addresses their concerns
- **Performance Monitoring and Reporting**: Monitors the performance of projects and programs within the PMO. Track key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze data, and prepare reports for senior management and stakeholders. Identifies areas of improvement, risks, and challenges and takes appropriate actions to address them
- **Collaboration and Communication**: Facilitates collaboration and communication among project teams, stakeholders, and senior management. Organize and lead regular meetings, workshops, and training sessions to promote knowledge sharing and best practices. Ensure that project information and documentation are properly communicated and accessible

Specific Competencies
- **Program and Project Management Expertise**: Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
- **Strategic Thinking**: Ability to align PMO activities with the organization's strategic goals and translate strategies into actionable plans
- **Leadership and Team Management**: Strong leadership skills to guide and inspire the PMO team, foster a positive work culture, and resolve conflicts
- **Stakeholder Management**: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and manage expectations
- **Analytical and Decision-Making Skills**: Strong analytical abilities to analyze project data, m


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