PMO Leader - M&A Integration & Separation CoE

PMO Leader - M&A Integration & Separation CoE

Do you thrive on leading complex programs that transform businesses?

Are you passionate about driving results through structured governance, disciplined execution, and seamless cross-functional coordination?

Join us in orchestrating how integration and separation programs are delivered-bringing clarity, accountability, and momentum to every initiative.

Partner with the Best

The Project Management Office plays a critical role in business separation and integration. The PMO Leader is responsible for establishing and managing governance for complex M&A integrations and carve-out programs. This role ensures disciplined execution through robust planning, cross-functional coordination, risk management, and management level reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep program management expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to drive accountability across diverse teams in high-stakes environments.

As a PMO Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Lead strategic transformation initiativeswith measurable impact across the organization.

• Drive cross-functional alignment and execution excellencethrough robust project governance.

• Champion agile methodologies and continuous improvementto accelerate delivery and value realization.

Program Governance

• Define and implement governance structures for M&A and/or carve-out programs, including decision rights, escalation paths, and cadence.

• Facilitate steering committee meetings and executive reviews.

Planning & Budgeting

• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, timelines, and budgets across all workstreams.

• Track milestones, deliverables, and financials to ensure on-time and on-budget execution.

• Adjust plans dynamically based on evolving deal scope or business priorities.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead coordination across functional teams (e.g., HR, IT, Finance, Legal, Operations).

• Ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and interdependencies.

• Drive accountability and resolve cross-functional issues proactively.

Risk, Issue & Dependency Management

• Identify, assess, and track program risks, issues, and dependencies.

• Facilitate mitigation planning and resolution strategies.

• Maintain a centralized risk register and ensure visibility across stakeholders.

Executive Reporting & Dashboards

• Deliver high-impact executive dashboards and status reports summarizing progress, risks, and decisions.

• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership for informed decision-making.

• Ensure reporting is timely, accurate, and aligned with stakeholder expectations.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Proven track record of leading PMO functions with strategic influence.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• Bachelor's degree in business, Project Management, or related field; MBA or PMP preferred.

• 10+ years of experience in program management.

• Experience in M&A, integration or separation roles.

• Proven track record of managing large-scale, cross-functional programs.

• Strong understanding of project lifecycle, governance, and change management.

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Power BI).

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities

• Comprehensive private medical care options

• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs

• Tailored financial programs

• Education Assistance

• Generous Parental Leave

• Mental Health resources

• Dependent Care

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.