PMO Project Manager - Digital Solutions at Nabors in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Company Overview

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

 

JOB SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a motivated Project Manager with experience in Digital Solutions and technologies, and working with cross-functional teams, including Business Intelligence (BI), Software Development, Quality Assurance (QA), and Operations, Infrastructure and Product teams. This is an exciting opportunity to introduce and manage the implementation of new industry products!

In this role, you will be responsible for tracking and communicating project progress, achieving milestones on time, and ensuring consistent delivery within the expected scope. You will lead collaboration workstreams, define requirements, and conduct stage gates, working with internal and external stakeholders to meet implementation timelines. Additionally, you will provide risk analysis on resource allocation, scheduling conflicts, and dependent deliverables.

Leveraging AI-driven solutions and cloud technologies, you will optimize workflows and enable scalable, efficient project execution. You will employ methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, CI/CD, and IT infrastructure frameworks to streamline project delivery while managing scope changes, stakeholder engagement, and priority adjustments for various teams.

If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can make a significant impact by integrating AI, cloud solutions, and modern project methodologies, this may be the role for you.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proven ability to lead mid- to large-scale projects to successful, on-time, and on-budget completion.


• Expertise in monitoring and tracking project progress, ensuring all milestones are met on schedule and within scope.


• Experience developing detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for enterprise solutions, IT infrastructure, and product applications.


• Strong leadership in defining project requirements and collaborating with internal teams (IT, BI, and development) and external stakeholders.


• A track record of identifying, assessing, and managing risks related to resource allocation, scheduling conflicts, and dependencies, with effective mitigation strategies.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent skills in managing expectations and communicating with stakeholders at all levels, from Analysts to Executives.


• Proficiency in project management processes, including scheduling, financial management, issue/risk management, and resource management.


• Talent for identifying opportunities to improve project delivery processes and driving the implementation of best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps (ADO), and other cloud-based project management tools and platforms.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 5–8 years of project management experience across full product life cycles, including cloud-based projects and various methodologies.


• Bachelor’s in computer science and/or equivalent formal training or experience.


• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, especially Executive communication.


• Show strong organizational and multitasking skills.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Display proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.


• Have experience in coordinating cross-functional teams.


• Negotiating skills across project teams and vendors; coaches others.


• Ability to resolve team conflicts.


• Oil & Gas drilling process/equipment knowledge.


• Professional Certificates: PMI/PMP, Agile Leadership Network, Agile Alliance, SCRUM Alliance.


• Knowledge for administration of ADO or Microsoft Project Server.

 

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Accountability – Level Four


• Excellence – Level Three


• Innovation – Level Two


• Safety – Level Two


• Teamwork & Collaboration – Level Four


• Communication – Level Four


• Decision Making – Level Four


• Leadership – Level Three

 

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• IT Environment – Level Four


• IT Standards, Procedures, Policies – Level Four


• IT Project Planning and Organization – Level Four


• IT Project Management – Level Four


• Workflow Analysis – Level Four


• Business Assessment – Level Four


• IT Project Control and Reporting – Level Four


• IT Industry: Trends and Directions – Level Four

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Office environment: most coordinate with resources in other time zones.


• May be required to visit a Rig environment to understand the nature of the business.


• May require visits to Manufacturing locations and Maintenance facilities.


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and distance vision.

 

Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct. 

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