Akij Venture Group
Head of PMO — Lead Strategic Projects at Akij Venture Group
Dhaka
Deadline: 2025-10-05
1 Positions
Job Overview
Company: Akij Venture Group
Location: Dhaka
Type: FullTime
Salary: Negotiable
Posted: 2025-09-25
Experience: 15 Years
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, PgMP and IEB accreditation highly desirable)
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the PMO and ensure all projects are strategically aligned with the company’s objectives.
- Plan, execute and deliver factory, residential and other key projects on time, within budget and to quality standards.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, consultants, contractors and regulatory authorities for smooth execution.
- Manage budgets, procurement processes and effective allocation of resources.
- Monitor and control project progress addressing risks, delays and deviations proactively.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental and legal standards.
- Mentor, guide and supervise project teams to ensure performance, accountability and continuous development.
- Establish and enforce project governance methodologies and reporting standards across the PMO.
- Prepare and present regular project reports, dashboards and updates to senior management.
- Drive innovation and implement best practices within the PMO to enhance efficiency and project outcomes.
Required Skills
- Communication
- Leadership and teamwork
- MS Project
- Presentation skill
- Primavera
- Problem solving and decision making
- Project Management
- Project Management/ Co-ordinator
- Stakeholder management
- Budgeting and procurement
- Resource planning
- Project governance frameworks
Benefits & Compensation
- Mobile bill
- Provident fund
- Gratuity
- Insurance
- Weekly 2 holidays
- Salary review: Yearly
- Lunch facilities: Partially subsidized
- Festival bonus: 2
- Leave Fare Assistance (LFA)
- As per company policy
Job Description
Akij Venture Group is hiring an experienced and visionary Head of PMO to lead its project management office and ensure the successful delivery of high-impact factory, residential and other development projects. This job opportunity is ideal for a senior project leader with deep technical knowledge, proven leadership experience and a passion for building robust project governance. As a company operating in Bangladesh, Akij Venture Group seeks a candidate who can align project execution with strategic business goals and drive continuous improvement across the PMO. Why apply: This circular from Akij Venture Group offers a senior leadership role in a diversified company where you will directly influence project success and organizational performance. Candidates from engineering and large project backgrounds in Bangladesh are encouraged to apply. Key responsibilities: Lead the PMO and ensure all projects are strategically aligned with the company’s objectives. Plan, execute and deliver factory, residential and other key projects on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, contractors and regulatory authorities for smooth execution. Manage budgets, procurement processes and effective allocation of resources. Monitor and control project progress, addressing risks, delays and deviations proactively. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental and legal standards. Mentor, guide and supervise project teams to ensure performance, accountability and continuous development. Establish and enforce project governance methodologies and reporting standards across the PMO. Prepare and present regular project reports, dashboards and updates to senior management. Drive innovation and implement best practices within the PMO to enhance efficiency and project outcomes. Required education & experience: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, PgMP and IEB accreditation are highly desirable. 15–20 years of proven experience in managing large-scale factory and residential projects, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role heading project or PMO functions. Skills & competencies: Strong project and program management skills, including portfolio oversight and governance frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills. Leadership, team building and mentoring capabilities to drive high-performing teams. Technical familiarity with MS Project, Primavera and other project management tools. Budgeting, procurement and resource planning expertise. Problem solving, decision making and strong analytical abilities. Commitment to safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Benefits & perks: Mobile bill reimbursement. Provident fund and gratuity. Insurance coverage. Weekly two holidays. Yearly salary review. Partially subsidized lunch facilities. Festival bonuses (2 occasions) and Leave Fare Assistance (LFA) as per company policy. How to apply: This job supports online apply. Please review the company circular carefully and apply before the deadline. The application must be submitted by the valid through date indicated in the circular. Although the specific application email or link is not provided in the posted circular, candidates should monitor Akij Venture Group career pages and Bdjobs circulars for the official apply link or contact. When you apply, include a detailed CV highlighting relevant project experience, certifications and leadership accomplishments. Keywords: job, company, circular, bangladesh, apply Important dates: Posted on 2025-09-25. Application deadline (valid through): 2025-10-05. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline. This job description is intended to provide an overview of the role. The company may update or refine specific responsibilities and requirements during the recruitment process. Akij Venture Group is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds in Bangladesh to apply.