Senior Portfolio Manager

Senior Portfolio Manager (Freelance) – 13 Months – Liège

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About the Role

Our client is embarking on a major transformation journey, and you'll be at the heart of it. As a Senior Portfolio Manager (Freelance), you'll lead the implementation of a new Project Portfolio Management Office (PPMO) tool, shaping the way projects are managed and delivered across a complex, high-impact roadmap. This is a freelance assignment based in Liège, running for 13 months, where your expertise will directly influence the success of a strategic transformation program spanning over 100 projects.

Why This Role Matters

This is not just another PMO role. You'll be the expert builder who ensures the alignment between strategic ambitions and operational execution. Your work will empower the Transformation department to:

• Drive customer-centricity and innovation
• Develop human capital and foster a culture of excellence
• Guarantee security and compliance across all initiatives
• Enable the successful delivery of a multi-year, multi-project transformation roadmap
• Centralize, consolidate, and communicate project data for maximum impact

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for the implementation of a new PPMO tool, from needs definition to deployment
• Collaborate with stakeholders to formalize requirements and translate them into actionable solutions
• Participate in the development, configuration, and integration of the PPMO tool with existing systems (notably Jira)
• Monitor and drive the implementation process, ensuring milestones are met and value is delivered
• Propose and implement improvements to project portfolio management and project management practices
• Join the PMO team to support operational management of the project portfolio
• Support, prioritize, and manage interdependencies across projects
• Consolidate and centralize project information, including budgets, resources, and deadlines
• Report on project portfolio status and communicate transformation progress to stakeholders
• Define and refine project governance, processes, methodologies, and tools
• Ensure compliance and support project sponsors and project managers

Technical Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in project management, with a strong track record in portfolio management (6+ years preferred)
• Proven expertise in setting up and implementing PMO tools
• Hands-on experience with Jira and Microsoft Project
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and documentation tools
• Experience working within a DSO (Distribution System Operator) environment is a plus

Language Proficiency

• French: C2 level (full professional proficiency required)

Other Requirements

• Exceptional communication and writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive change, propose solutions, and deliver measurable impact
• Builder mindset: ownership, initiative, and a passion for shaping the future of project delivery
• Experience in transformation, digitalization, or large-scale change programs is highly valued

Assignment Details

• Freelance position
• Duration: 13 months (03/11/2025 – 31/12/2026)
• Location: Liège
• Assignment type: Time & Material

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