Major Projects PMO Reporting and Governance Lead

Southern Water; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water service provider is seeking a Reporting & Governance Lead to shape reporting and governance for impactful infrastructure projects. You will design frameworks for compliance, oversee a talented team, and ensure accurate reporting across complex projects. Success in this role requires strong leadership skills and proficiency in reporting tools like Power BI. This hybrid position offers a strategic role in transforming regional services and developing competitive frameworks within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading PMO reporting and governance within large-scale infrastructure or capital programmes.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain integrated performance reporting frameworks including dashboards.
• Synthesize complex data into actionable insights for leadership.
• Establish and enforce governance structures aligned with requirements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Degree in Business, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field

Professional certifications such as P3O, AMP, Prince2, or PMI

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

Closing Date
2026-01-12

Job Title: Reporting & Governance Lead

Location: Falmer, hybrid working

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours

Salary: to be discussed at screening stage

Do you have the vision and expertise to shape reporting and governance for some of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the region?

About the role

Our Major Projects team is the engine behind delivering critical programmes that transform our business and communities. As the Reporting and Governance Lead, you'll design and maintain frameworks that ensure transparency, compliance, and high-quality reporting across a portfolio of complex projects. This is your opportunity to lead a talented team, influence strategic decisions, and champion innovation in reporting and governance.

What you will be responsible for:

• Design and maintain integrated performance reporting frameworks, including dashboards and detailed project-level data.
• Synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior and executive leadership.
• Establish and enforce governance structures aligned with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance through periodic reviews, audits, and NEC contract governance.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, supply chain partners, and regulatory bodies.

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in reporting tools such as Power BI, Power Apps, SharePoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and commercial management principles.
• Experience in regulatory reporting and compliance.

What you'll bring to the role:

Essential

• Proven experience leading PMO reporting and governance within large-scale infrastructure or capital programmes.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and value delivery.

Desirable

• Degree in Business, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as P3O, AMP, Prince2, or PMI.
• Experience in utilities or water sector is advantageous.

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation.

At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you-even if you don't tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.

If this role isn't quite what you're looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- Introduce Yourself)

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.