Head of Programme Management Office - Cornwall - Competitive Salary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced Head of Programme Management Office to oversee delivery of multiple projects in Cornwall. You will lead planning, coordination and governance, ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets while aligning with business objectives.

The role requires a strong track record in programme management, PMO leadership, governance and resource planning, with the ability to work with senior stakeholders across departments and drive process

Qualifications

• Proven experience in programme management, PMO leadership or senior project management within a complex business.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, governance, risk management and resource allocation.
• Experience managing multiple projects, budgets and competing priorities.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to monitor performance, analyse information and identify improvements.
• Confident leading teams and working with senior stakeholders across different departments.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing or technical environments, knowledge of project management methodologies or relevant qualifications would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of multiple projects, managing timescales, budgets, resources and key milestones
• Develop and improve project management processes, procedures and governance frameworks
• Monitor project performance, identify risks and resolve issues to keep delivery on track
• Lead resource and capacity planning, ensuring teams have the support needed to deliver projects successfully
• Manage project budgets, financial reporting, KPIs and updates for senior management
• Work with internal departments, external partners and suppliers to support project delivery
• Lead and develop team members while promoting consistent working practices, quality and compliance

Skills

Programme management

PMO leadership

Project governance

Risk management

Resource allocation

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Head of Programme Management Office - Cornwall - Competitive Salary

Head of Programme Management Office - Cornwall - Competitive Salary

The Job

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Programme Management Office to take responsibility for overseeing project delivery across a growing organisation.

You will lead the planning, coordination and performance of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered efficiently, within budget and in line with business objectives. Working closely with senior management and teams across the business, you will also play a key role in improving processes, strengthening project governance and making sure resources are used effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• - Oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of multiple projects, managing timescales, budgets, resources and key milestones
• - Develop and improve project management processes, procedures and governance frameworks
• - Monitor project performance, identify risks and resolve issues to keep delivery on track
• - Lead resource and capacity planning, ensuring teams have the support needed to deliver projects successfully
• - Manage project budgets, financial reporting, KPIs and updates for senior management
• - Work with internal departments, external partners and suppliers to support project delivery
• - Lead and develop team members while promoting consistent working practices, quality and compliance

The Company

A growing organisation operating in a technical and project led environment, with a focus on delivering complex projects and continually improving its operations.

The Candidate

• - Proven experience in programme management, PMO leadership or senior project management within a complex business
• - Strong knowledge of project planning, governance, risk management and resource allocation
• - Experience managing multiple projects, budgets and competing priorities
• - Commercially aware, with the ability to monitor performance, analyse information and identify improvements
• - Confident leading teams and working with senior stakeholders across different departments
• - Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
• - Experience in engineering, manufacturing or technical environments, knowledge of project management methodologies or relevant qualifications would be advantageous

The Package

• - Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• - Opportunity to take ownership of an important business function and influence future growth

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.