Head of PMO

Snc-Lavalin; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector seeks a Head of PMO to establish and lead the PMO function in London. This role is pivotal in defining project management best practices, ensuring governance, and optimizing resource management to foster project success. The ideal candidate will be an excellent leader with significant project management experience and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related experience required.
• Preferable experience in PMO leadership.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement a comprehensive PMO framework.
• Ensure governance and compliance for all projects.
• Allocate and manage resources effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Project Management

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management or business administration

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Job Description

The Head of PMO (Project Management Office) is responsible, to the Head of Major Projects, for establishing, developing, and leading the PMO function. This role ensures that successful delivery of all projects by defining best practices, implementing governance structures, and optimising project execution. The PMO Lead will drive project management excellence, manage resources, and implement best practices to optimise project efficiency and success.

Your Purpose:
Responsibilities:

• Establishing PMO Framework: Define, develop, and implement a comprehensive PMO framework, including standardised methodologies, documentation, templates, best practises, standards, and processes.
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to, and conduct QA checks on, tollgate reviews, business policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources effectively to ensure project teams have the necessary support to meet objectives.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure successful project delivery.
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to provide updates on project status, issues, and resolutions.
• Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities for project managers and PMO team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Project Management Tools: Select and implement project management tools, including digital automation, to improve collaboration, reporting, and delivery consistency.
• Reporting: Generate and present reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and project outcomes.
• PMO Team: Lead PMO operations including planning, document control, cost control, risk management, project admin, quality, safety, resource allocation, and finance.
• Nuclear EMEA: Work with the Nuclear EMEA Head of Professional Project Management to set standardised methodologies, documentation, templates, best practises, standards, and processes that are to be applied to all other Non-Major Projects delivered by the rest of the Nuclear EMEA business.Provide oversight of performance and identify improvements.

Key Skills:

• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide project teams and drive successful outcomes.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse complex data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues that may impact project success.
• Time Management: Expertise in managing multiple tasks and issues across projects simultaneously and prioritising.
• Project Management: Knowledge and experience of Project delivery at scale and what makes them a success.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with project management tools, techniques, and software.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, or other with related experience.
• Experience: We are looking for project management experience especially experience in PMO leadership would be preferrable.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile are highly desirable.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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