Job Description

About Us
Gramian Consultancy is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs.

About Client

Our client has a 20-year-long tradition in assisting clients in the realization and transformation of their industrial projects and programs.

The company provides a broad range of services through two main approaches: project coordination and planning (PMO), and operational consulting focused on organizational practices and process optimization (OP2).

We are hiring a PMO Lead / Responsable de Plateau to support large-scale industrial programs within a specialized project delivery environment.

This role sits at the intersection of project governance, operational delivery, and team leadership, ensuring the successful execution of complex, high-stakes projects. You will operate in structured environments where planning, coordination, and performance management are critical to delivery success.

As a PMO Lead, you will act as the operational anchor across multiple projects and teams, driving planning, governance, and execution excellence. You will coordinate stakeholders, manage PMO teams, and ensure visibility across programs while maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate PMO teams and project contributors across multiple projects
• Manage staffing, resource planning, and anticipate future project needs
• Act as the primary interface with clients, ensuring satisfaction and proactive engagement
• Oversee project delivery including timelines, budgets, risks, and KPIs
• Drive adoption of PMO methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Prepare and lead governance meetings (steering committees, reporting, executive updates)
• Ensure clear communication and reporting to senior stakeholders and sponsors
• Monitor team performance and support both individual and collective development

Requirements

• 5–10+ years of experience in PMO, complex project management, or team leadership
• Strong experience in industrial projects (e.g., infrastructure, railway, aerospace, construction, energy)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously
• Hands-on experience with planning and reporting tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Planisware or similar)
• Strong understanding of project governance, risk management, and performance tracking
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders
• Leadership mindset with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Professional English level (B2 minimum)
• Significant mobility (travel 4 days per week, with 70% of clients in the Paris region and 30% in other regions).
• Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, project management, or related field

Nice to Have

• Experience in railway, naval, aerospace, or large infrastructure environments
• Exposure to large-scale transformation or industrial programs
• Strong background in PMO frameworks and methodologies

Benefits

• Profit-sharing & participation
• Meal vouchers & corporate health insurance
• RTT (additional days off)
• CSE benefits
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Offices in La Défense / Paris