Head of Project Management Office (PMO)

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem is looking for a Head of Project Management Office (PMO) to lead and develop our Project Management team in Sundbyberg. You will be responsible for the overall PMO function, playing a key role in strengthening our project delivery capabilities. 

As part of a global organization dedicated to solving the world’s most critical water challenges, you will contribute to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions worldwide. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape ways of working, empower a talented team, and drive excellence across a diverse project portfolio. 

Responsibilities 

In this role, you will combine leadership, structure, and continuous improvement to elevate both team performance and project outcomes. You will: 

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers, fostering a supportive and empowering environment  

• Strengthen project management capabilities, including the transition toward more agile and modern ways of working  

• Allocate project resources effectively across a broad portfolio within Product Management, Engineering, and Innovation  

• Oversee and manage the full project portfolio, including product development, localization, and value optimization initiatives  

• Drive continuous improvement of project processes, tools, and governance frameworks  

• Establish and evolve best practices in project and portfolio management  

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between strategy, innovation, and execution  

• Bring fresh perspectives to roles, structures, and ways of working, helping to harmonize and optimize the organization

  

A key part of this role is people leadership - creating clarity, building confidence, and ensuring the team has the mandate, support, and recognition needed to succeed. 

Who You Are 

You are a people-focused and forward-thinking leader with a passion for developing both individuals and ways of working. You bring a balance of structure and curiosity, and you are motivated by improving how teams collaborate and deliver. 

You likely: 

• Have a strong interest in modern project methodologies, including agile approaches  

• Enjoy challenging the status quo and introducing new ideas in a constructive way  

• Are skilled at stakeholder management and collaboration across functions and levels  

• Bring a coaching mindset and a genuine interest in enabling others to perform at their best  

• Have a solid technical foundation that allows you to understand and navigate complex projects

  

Qualifications 

• Academic degree in Engineering (e.g., Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or equivalent  

• Around 10 years of relevant experience in project and/or portfolio management  

• Proven leadership experience or strong leadership potential  

• Experience working in international and matrix organizations  

• Strong understanding of project governance, portfolio management, and resource planning  

• Ability to lead change and implement improved ways of working  

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills  

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

  

Everyone's equal value 

We want people, regardless of skin color, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity, to feel at home, not just at Xylem, but everywhere in the world. For us, diversity, equality, and inclusion mean more than just a policy or a set of methods. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are fundamental parts of our corporate culture and a key to long-term growth. 

Feel free to visit us at https://www.xylem.com/sv-se/ 

Application 

Please note that we will be interviewing continuously, which means that we may close the application process if we find the right candidate. 

If you are interested in this position and would like to know more, please contact Leila Sayyad, Corporate Recruiter, leila.sayyad@xylem.com. 

Welcome with your application! 

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.