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Who is Turner & Townsend?

All over the world people are using buildings, infrastructure, and assets we helped to deliver. It could be the hospital they work in, the railway they travel on every day, the fuel that powers their car or the data centre they depend on at work. For more than 75 years we’ve been helping to deliver transformational programmes across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, making a difference to people’s lives and ensuring a return on investment for our clients and their investors.

Our purpose:

Transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.

The world is changing and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it. Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us. We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. It’s how we’ve made the difference for more than 75 years.

Our values:

Love a challenge: We love a challenge and we work hard to make change happen and see things through. We don’t stand still, challenging ourselves and others to do better every day. And we are trusted to do the right thing, raising standards all the time.

Stronger together: We’re stronger together by connecting people in diverse teams, so that we can all collaborate to deliver our best work. We focus on what matters and use our influence to build a better world for everyone.

Bring out the best in everyone: We bring out the best in everyone. We help each other to make the most of our potential, always learning from our experience. We treat each other with care and respect and make time to give everyone a voice.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Gateway & Governance to join our Project Management Office in Cairo, Egypt. In this pivotal leadership role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's governance framework and gateway review processes. You will ensure that all projects progress through clearly defined stages with appropriate controls, oversight, and strategic alignment. This position offers the opportunity to shape how the organization manages its project portfolio and drives operational excellence across the enterprise.

• Design, develop, and implement a comprehensive PMO governance framework that aligns with organizational strategy and objectives
• Establish and manage gateway review processes to ensure controlled progression of projects through defined stages and phases
• Define governance policies, procedures, and standards that promote consistency, accountability, and transparency across all projects
• Lead the evaluation and approval of projects at critical gateway points, making decisive recommendations based on strategic fit, resource availability, and risk assessment
• Oversee the development and maintenance of project stage-gate criteria and decision-making protocols
• Manage stakeholder engagement and communication regarding governance decisions and process changes
• Monitor compliance with governance frameworks and identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization
• Provide strategic guidance to project teams on governance requirements and best practices
• Analyze project performance data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and areas for enhancement
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure governance processes support organizational priorities and drive successful project delivery
• Build and mentor a governance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging governance methodologies

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a PMO leadership or governance role
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing governance frameworks and stage-gate processes
• Strong knowledge of project portfolio management and strategic project selection
• Demonstrated experience with risk management and compliance oversight
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to influence across organizational levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Experience with enterprise project management tools and software platforms
• Knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management methodologies
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Financial acumen and understanding of budget management and resource allocation
• Preferred: Experience with change management and organizational transformation initiatives
• Preferred: Familiarity with industry-specific compliance and regulatory requirements
• Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar project management certification

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com

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