Sr. Portfolio Manager - PLC

JOB DETAILS Position Title: Senior Portfolio Manager – Product Life Cycle Reports to: Head of IT Business Relationship Manager and Delivery Department: Information Technology POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Portfolio Manager – Product Life Cycle (Technology Enablement) designs, digitalizes, standardizes, and governs the end-to-end product life cycle—from concept through decommissioning—across Wasl’s portfolio from a technology perspective.

The role owns the PLM digital roadmap, integrates PLM with enterprise platforms (ERP, BIM, PMIS, DMS/CMMS), and drives adoption across internal teams and external partners (contractors, consultants) to deliver transparency, efficiency, and measurable business value. JOB DIMENSIONS Number of Staff Supervised Direct Reports: As assigned (e.

g., product/portfolio analysts, delivery leads) Total Reports: As assigned (including matrixed project teams and vendors) KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS Key Accountabilities Develop and lead the multi-year digital PLM roadmap aligned to enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, data governance, and business goals.

Define, document, and standardize PLM processes (initiation, design, procurement, construction, handover, operations, retirement) with clear RACI and controls. Lead platform implementation and integrations (ERP, BIM, PMIS, DMS/CMMS, i. PaaS/APIs); manage data model, migration, and quality. Orchestrate enterprise rollout plans, onboarding contractors/consultants, and establishing hypercare and support.

Drive change management (communications, training, champions network) to embed digital-first lifecycle ways of working. Establish KPIs/OKRs for process maturity, adoption, cycle times, quality, and portfolio performance; publish dashboards and executive reports. Govern adherence to standards/templates and remediate non-compliance; chair/coordinate PLM governance forums.

Continuously benchmark and enhance PLM capabilities using analytics, automation, and emerging technologies; realize benefits and value. Partner with IT Ops and Cybersecurity to ensure secure, reliable, and compliant deployments; manage risks and issues. Manage vendors/SIs via SLAs/KPIs; optimize cost through reuse, rationalization, and negotiation.

KEY TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Skill Description Proficiency Level PLM Strategy & Operating Model Define and govern enterprise PLM vision, roadmap, and operating model across the lifecycle. Expert PLM Platforms Configure/govern platforms (e.g., SAP/Teamcenter/Windchill/Aras) and enforce standards. Advanced Enterprise Integration Design integrations (APIs, i.

PaaS/ESB), data models, and master data stewardship. Advanced PPM & Benefits Realization Prioritize portfolio, track OKRs/KPIs, and realize value across releases. Expert ERP/BIM/PMIS/DMS/CMMS Integration Map lifecycle handoffs and data flows across core platforms. Advanced Analytics & Reporting Build self-service dashboards and lifecycle insights for decisions.

Advanced Enterprise Architecture Alignment Align with EA principles (e.g., TOGAF) and security patterns. Advanced Agile/Scaled Agile Delivery Plan increments, manage backlogs, and run ceremonies across squads. Advanced Vendor & Contract Management Define SOWs, SLAs, KPIs; manage delivery performance. Advanced Cybersecurity & Compliance Embed security, privacy, and regulatory controls into PLM processes.

Intermediate Cloud & DevOps Coordinate environments, releases, and reliability with platform teams. Intermediate Automation & Low/No-Code Apply workflow/RPA for handoffs, approvals, and data sync. Intermediate Risk Management Identify/mitigate delivery, operational, and third-party risks. Advanced Executive Communication Produce portfolio reports and steerco materials; influence decisions.

Expert Financial Acumen Build business cases, track TCO/ROI, and optimize run/change costs. Advanced COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Internal: CEO Office & Audit (as required), Commercial, Real Estate/Projects, Property & Asset Management, Finance, Legal, Procurement, HR, Digital Excellence & IT (Architecture, Cybersecurity, Operations, Data/BI), Marketing & Communications.

External: Contractors, consultants, technology vendors/SIs, auditors, regulators/authorities (as applicable), industry forums/peers. WORK SETTING & DECISION AUTHORITY Operates in a matrix environment across business units and external partners with high interdependency between platforms and processes. Exercises judgment to recommend priorities, standards, and rollout strategies within EA/Cyber and DoA; escalates major investments, policy changes, and strategic trade-offs to governance boards.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages transformation budgets across squads.
• Ensures financial governance and delivery of transformation outcomes within budget. SELECTION CRITERIA Essential Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. 7–10 years of total experience, with 3–5 years in a managerial role. Proven experience implementing PLM or enterprise lifecycle management solutions across large organizations. Strong understanding of integration between PLM, ERP, BIM, and project management systems. Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, change management, and process governance. Desirable Master’s degree (e.g., MBA, MIS) or equivalent. Certifications: TOGAF, PMP/PRINCE2, SAFe/Agile, ITIL, or Prosci (or equivalent). Experience in real estate, construction, or asset-intensive industries.