The Project Management Unit (PMU) of the Ministry of Justice was established to provide project management guidance and leadership, particularly for the construction initiatives of the Judiciary and the diverse projects undertaken by divisions within the Ministry. As a cohesive team, the Unit ensures that all approved projects are implemented from conception to close-out by utilizing industry best-practice project monitoring and control techniques in accordance with procurement rules and regulations.

The Unit, led by an experienced Programme Manager, oversees and aligns the processes and systems required throughout each phase of the project life cycle in a customized and structured manner. It also ensures that each project is completed on schedule and in accordance with the expected standards of quality and efficient resource allocation, while operating within the authorized budget and mitigating risks where appropriate.

In fulfilling the Government’s commitment, through the Ministry of Justice, to modernize the administration of and access to judicial services for the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, the Project Management Unit provides critical support to strengthen collaboration between the Ministry of Justice and the Judiciary. This collaboration enables the delivery of assigned objectives in a timely manner within a culture of merit, integrity, accountability, and transparency.

In its important role within the Ministry of Justice, the Project Management Unit is directly responsible for providing, inter alia:

It is envisioned that the work of the Project Management Unit, in conjunction with the collective efforts of the Judiciary and other departments within the Ministry of Justice, will enhance the efficiency, productivity, and performance of project execution. This will ensure that the mandate of the Ministry of Justice is achieved for the benefit of the people of Trinidad and Tobago.