Brunel is currently seeking a PMO to join a major potash project on contract, based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. This role plays a key leadership function within the Technology team, overseeing a portfolio of projects supporting large-scale operations.

As Lead PMO, you will be responsible for establishing and leading portfolio governance, driving performance visibility, and ensuring alignment between technology initiatives and broader business objectives. This is a strategic role requiring strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to optimize delivery outcomes across a complex portfolio.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team responsible for planning, monitoring, and governance of a portfolio of technology programs

Oversee the translation of business objectives into actionable portfolio plans and track delivery against commitments

Provide oversight of the technology project pipeline, including demand intake, prioritization, and execution planning

Ensure alignment of technology initiatives with asset and operational plans, including budget development and tracking

Oversee delivery of technology studies and evaluate new demand to support future project pipeline

Manage and monitor portfolio performance across scope, schedule, budget, and safety metrics

Drive cost management activities across both capital and operational budgets at the portfolio level

Identify and manage risks in alignment with established risk management frameworks

Engage and influence a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Promote standardization, continuous improvement, and adoption of best practices across the portfolio

Requirements





Proven experience leading PMO or portfolio management teams within complex project environments

Strong background in project governance, portfolio strategy, and performance reporting

Experience overseeing both agile and waterfall project delivery methodologies

Demonstrated ability to build and lead high‑performing, collaborative teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including interaction with senior leadership

Solid analytical capability with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights

Experience in strategic decision‑making and risk‑informed planning

Ability to influence across complex, matrixed organizations

Strong understanding of business context, operating models, and value drivers

Commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence

Post‑secondary education in Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)

Project Management certification (e.g. PMP) preferred

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📌 Technology PMO (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Brunel
📍 Saskatchewan