PMO Manager

Description

Job Summary: Lead governance, planning, prioritization, and monitoring of the Digital Transformation portfolio, ensuring discipline, transparency, and strategic alignment. Key Highlights: 1. Transforming lives and connecting people to a better future 2. Global leader in basic sanitation 3. Welcoming and dynamic work environment Lead governance, planning, prioritization, and monitoring of the Digital Transformation portfolio, ensuring discipline, executive transparency, strategic alignment, and value generation for the company. The Sabesp (Basic Sanitation Company of the State of São Paulo) is responsible for water supply and sewage collection and treatment across 377 municipalities in São Paulo State, serving 28 million inhabitants. **It is one of the largest sanitation companies in the world and the largest in Brazil.** The Company will advance five decades in five years, expanding access to drinking water and basic sanitation for millions of people. Its commitment is to anticipate by four years the targets established by Brazil’s Sanitation Legal Framework, thereby planning to **provide dignity, health, and sustainable development** for millions of Brazilians while preserving natural resources for future generations. Here, our essence is transforming lives. Our purpose is to connect people to a better future by delivering essential services with excellence and commitment to health and the environment. We dream big: we aim to become the global leader in basic sanitation, driving a more sustainable society and generating robust, long-term value for our shareholders. Our culture comes alive when we deliver purpose-driven results, care for our customers in every detail, think and act like owners, recognize those who make things happen, collaborate with trust and transparency, and always uphold ethics and safety. This is the Sabesp way—transforming the present and preparing the future. We value the care and well-being of our employees, offering a welcoming and dynamic work environment. With infrastructure designed to support and empower teams, the Company reinforces its commitment to this transformation journey. **Responsibilities and Duties** Main Responsibilities 1. Portfolio Governance and Management * Define and evolve the Digital Transformation governance framework. * Structure and maintain the project portfolio (AI, data, automation, digital channels, system modernization). * Lead portfolio prioritization based on value, risk, regulatory urgency, and organizational capacity. * Consolidate and report KPIs, OKRs, and executive status updates to the Executive Board and Presidency. 2. Planning and Management Rhythms * Implement and manage executive rhythms (pipeline reviews, steering committees, risk management, change management, lessons learned). * Create and maintain templates, standards, schedules, and executive materials. * Orchestrate dependencies among IT, digital transformation, and other business areas. 3. Strategic Leadership Support * Directly support the Digital Transformation Executive Board in making critical decisions. * Prepare strategic reports and materials for boards, executive management, regulators, and audits. * Ensure projects align with corporate and regulatory goals. 4. Management of Priority Projects * Assume direct leadership of critical company projects. * Guarantee quality, adherence to deadlines, financial management, and measurable outcomes. 5. Budget, Contracts, and Compliance * Manage annual budget and revisions. * Monitor supplier contracts, SLAs, and deliverables. * Ensure compliance with procurement, audit, and internal controls. 6. People and Culture Management * Lead the PMO team, analysts, and project managers. * Promote a data-driven culture, collaboration, and operational excellence. * Develop project management and agility competencies within the team. **Requirements and Qualifications** Education * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, IT, Economics, or related fields. * MBA, postgraduate degree, or certifications (PMP, PMI, Agile, PPM) are desirable. Experience * 7–10 years in PMO or large-scale portfolio management. * Experience in digital transformation, technological modernization, or data & AI. * Experience in utilities, regulated companies, or complex operations (a plus). * Proven track record working with senior leadership and multiple stakeholders. Technical Knowledge * PMBOK, PMI, hybrid methodologies, and agile management. * Tools such as Project, Jira, Power BI, Monday, etc. * Familiarity with data governance, analytics, and AI. * Knowledge of compliance and auditing. * Experience managing technology contracts. Behavioral Competencies * Leadership and influence. * Data-driven decision-making. * Executive communication. * Organization, discipline, and results orientation. * Systems thinking and ability to operate in complex environments. * Conflict management and prioritization. **Additional Information** * Health Insurance * Private Pension Plan * Meal Voucher (VR) and Food Voucher (VA) * Transportation Voucher * Christmas Basket * Birthday Day Off * Extended Maternity and Paternity Leave * Childcare Assistance for Mothers and Fathers * Wellhub Agreement (Gympass) * Profit-Sharing Program – PPR The new Sabesp is much more than a sanitation company. We are a force that powers cities, delivers quality of life to millions of people, and truly makes a difference! Continuously, we innovate to ensure water supply and sewage collection for 375 municipalities across all regions of São Paulo State. But we won’t stop there! We will accelerate universal access to water and sewage services, advancing by four years the targets set for 2033. And what makes all this possible? People! The new Sabesp is transforming with ambitious goals, transparent principles, and a passionate team. We are entering a new phase, with a renewed vision for the future. And every great future begins with a dream. More agile, more modern, and offering even greater growth opportunities for those who want to be part of this transformation. At the new Sabesp, you’ll find innovation, real impact, and an environment where your ideas and energy truly matter. If you seek purpose-driven work and the chance to transform lives, this is your place! **#Let’sTransform! #JoinSabesp!**