Pmo Manager

Energy Dome is the owner and developer of CO2 Battery technology, a ground-breaking innovation which uses carbon dioxide in a closed loop thermodynamic process to provide efficient, affordable long duration energy storage (LDES) for intermittent renewables - the key to enabling decarbonization of the global power system.The CO2 Battery is a standardized, modular product which uses off-the-shelf industrial components with well-established, global supply chains, enabling Energy Dome to rapidly scale-up and accelerate widespread adoption of the technology in key global markets.Energy Dome offers the CO2 Battery to the market both as a technology supplier (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and under an "energy storage-as-a-service" or Build-Own-Operate (BOO) business model.The BOO arm is experiencing significant growth with projects moving into operation phase, as well as a significant backlog of projects in development and under contracting.This key service line will cater to customers that prefer not to own and operate CO2 Batteries themselves, but prefer to enter into long term capacity offtake agreements with Energy Dome.For the BOO division, we are now looking for a:PMO Managerwho will be responsible for the global coordination and oversight of project planning, cost control, and document management activities across all project phases.This role ensures consistency, accuracy, and transparency in project performance monitoring, supporting both strategic governance and operational execution.The PMO Manager will initially lead a cross-functional resource (Planner, Cost & Document Controller) and will be responsible for scaling the Project Controls team in line with the growth of the project portfolio.This role requires availability to travel for meetings with clients and internal project teams, both at headquarters and on project sites.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & GovernanceDefine and implement project control standards, tools, and reporting templates across the organization.Ensure alignment of planning, cost, and document control practices with corporate and contractual requirements.Support project risk identification and mitigation through integrated performance monitoring.Execution PhaseOversee project schedule control, ensuring regular updates and alignment with contractual baselines.Monitor critical paths and key milestones, highlighting deviations or risks to the Project Team.Supervise cost tracking and forecasting, ensuring alignment with project progress and budget.Coordinate document management activities, ensuring compliance with internal standards and client requirements.Deliver integrated performance reports combining schedule, cost, and documentation KPIs.Support claims and delay analysis through accurate data and timeline reconstruction.Team LeadershipDirectly manage and mentor the Planner, Cost & Document Controller.Define priorities, workflows, and development plans for the Project Controls team.Support recruitment and onboarding of additional resources as needed.RequirementsEducation & ExperienceDegree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.Minimum 7 years of experience in project controls, planning, or PMO roles, preferably in industrial or infrastructure projects.Proven experience in managing cross-functional teams and reporting to senior stakeholders.Technical SkillsProficiency in project planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), cost control systems, and document management platforms.Strong analytical and reporting skills.Familiarity with EPC project environments and contract structures.Willingness to travel for meetings.Proficiency in English and Italian (spoken and written).Soft SkillsLeadership and team development capabilities.Excellent communication and stakeholder management.Proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindsetNice to HaveKnowledge of a third language.Previous experience working abroad in a similar role.What We OfferA permanent full-time contractA fast-track career path in a growing and international environmentDaily interaction with international teams and global partnersThe opportunity to lead impactful projects in the energy transition sectorA dynamic, innovative, and inclusive workplace culture