Hi, I’m
Taimoor Riaz
Program/ Project and PMO Consultant
Riyadh
Summary
Accomplished transformation leader and PMO specialist with over two decades of experience driving digital transformation, executing strategies, establishing enterprise PMOs, and managing large-scale programs. Demonstrated success in delivering strategic national initiatives within Saudi Arabia's government and multinational sectors. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, fostering innovation, and overseeing complex portfolios with multimillion-dollar budgets.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
10
Certifications
Work History
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Senior Manager – Transformation, PMO/Portfolio Management
11.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Program Director for successful Riyadh Expo 2030 bid, managing bid book, Logo, Master Plan and thematic content, international engagements, and events.
- Digitally transformed the General Authority of Statistics—launched the KSA National Statistical Database called MASDAR.
- Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategic plan for the Ministry of Labor's E-learning portal, resulting in training 80K+ job seekers annually (Doroob.sa).
- Established EPMO for Royal Commission of Makkah City & Holy Sites, aligning strategy and project execution.
- Developed transformation roadmap for Tahakom, contributing to KSA's National Road Safety Strategy.
- Led governance and delivery of high-visibility cultural programs for the Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Sports.
National Information Center – Ministry of Interior
Program/Project Management Consultant (PMO)
08.2009 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Oversaw multibillion-riyal programs across border control, identity management, and biometrics.
- Recovered failing programs and implemented governance frameworks to improve project outcomes.
- Standardized PM methodologies and performance tracking for MOI-wide initiatives.
GeoTech Group
Project Manager / IT Manager
07.2006 - 07.2009
Job overview
- Delivered $15M+ National GIS-based emergency response system for Civil Defense and Security Patrols.
- Managed large-scale utility digitization project for King Saud University covering 460+ buildings.
IT Matrix
Product Development Manager
01.2003 - 01.2006
Job overview
- Designed and deployed Cyber Security application (Secure MailMatrix) across 20+ corporate clients.
- Led full product application lifecycle management and market deployment strategy.
Norsk Data (Pvt) Ltd & Renaissance Software
Software Engineer
01.2000 - 01.2003
Job overview
- Designed and Developed Leaf buying system, tracking systems, and custom solutions for British American Tobacco and the United Nations.
Bahria University
Lecturer (Visiting Faculty)
01.2002 - 01.2003
Job overview
- Taught undergraduate IT courses and earned 'Best Lecturer' accolades in student evaluations.
Education
Hamdard University
Master of Science from Computer Science
08.1999 - 09.2001
Harvard Business School
Diploma from Strategy Execution
01.2024 - 03.2024
Skills
Strategy Execution & Delivery
Certification
PMP
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Oracle Technology Network
- Harvard Business School Alumni
Timeline
Harvard Business School
Diploma from Strategy Execution
01.2024 - 03.2024
Senior Manager – Transformation, PMO/Portfolio Management
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
11.2014 - Current
Program/Project Management Consultant (PMO)
National Information Center – Ministry of Interior
08.2009 - 10.2014
Project Manager / IT Manager
GeoTech Group
07.2006 - 07.2009
Product Development Manager
IT Matrix
01.2003 - 01.2006
Lecturer (Visiting Faculty)
Bahria University
01.2002 - 01.2003
Software Engineer
Norsk Data (Pvt) Ltd & Renaissance Software
01.2000 - 01.2003
Hamdard University
Master of Science from Computer Science
08.1999 - 09.2001
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